Title: Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! ![Marina - Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! (Las Playitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63540000/63539100/63539026/03fffb61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina - Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! (Las Playitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63540000/63539100/63539026/6f224867.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! (Las Playitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63540000/63539100/63539026/a266c4aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! (Las Playitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63540000/63539100/63539026/1dd45abb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! (Las Playitas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63540000/63539100/63539026/3abef28d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Puntarenas, this cozy duplex is just a minute's walk from warm beaches and a 5-minute stroll to the lively Tourist Promenade. It's perfect for couples or small families who want to unwind in a tropical environment with iguanas, tropical birds, and an indoor aquarium nearby. ## Reviews 6.0 ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 8800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £73 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! This duplex is a 1 minute walk from the warm beaches of Puntarenas and a 5 minute walk from the Tourist Promenade (El Paseo de los Turistas). It is the "Perfect Retreat" for a couple or a small family. Very close to restaurants, bars, live music, supermarkets and other services. Enjoy the natural flora and fauna of the rainforest, including iguanas, tropical birds and an indoor aquarium. There are plenty of attractions nearby including small cruises, carnivals and night clubbing. This home is a SELF CHECK-IN. This intimate home has a bunk bed \[two single beds\], a full-size bed and a single bed, as well as 2 sofas, a breakfast table, tile floors, a cozy patio, washer and dryer and a small but well equipped kitchen. The house is equipped with an A/C unit, but there are also multiple fans throughout the home, which create a cool, breezy and tropical environment. \*Notice -Although the house does not have hot water, the showers have tepid water and are refreshing when returning from a hot or humid day. The house is 5 minutes walking distance from the closest bus terminal, and has easy access transportation to buses, taxis and ferries. Puntarenas can be hot, rainy and humid. And though we clean out drainages and fumigate regularly, please expect to run in to occasional outdoor pests like crickets, water bugs, lizards, geckos, ants and roaches, etc. They may attempt to enter the house through the patio (where the bathroom is located) so please be advised to keep the back windows and patio door closed as much as possible to avoid their presence in the casita. No Garage: Please be aware the house does not have a garage. However, guests can park right in front of the home. It’s a friendly neighborhood. For Secured Parking: There is a car wash (200 meters West of the AirBnb) on Avenida 2 and in between Calle 16 & Calle 14 that will rent secured parking for 2000 colones (about $3) a night. \*Notice: this house is equipped with video surveillance inside the gated entrance for security. \*\*There is bedspace for only 5 guests. We allow up to 8 guests. If your party is larger than 5 people, you will need to bring an air mattress or provide your own bedding accommodations. \*\*\*Notice for guests: It’s an additional $10 for cleaning for each week (7 days) booked. \*\*\*\*PETS: Pets are welcome! It is a non-refundable fee of $5 per pet. This house is gated and is equipped with a surveillance camera in the entrance and with a lockbox for retrieving the house key. There is available street parking infront of the home and locals describe the area as safe to park. However, private parking can be requested and arranged. It is $5/night. One minute away is the beach front. It’s furnished with tables and chairs, hammocks and benches for everyone to enjoy. Bring a towel and a drink and make yourself at home! By booking your stay at this duplex, you fully agree to abide by the following house rules: 1\. Do not attempt to enter premises before 2PM. If your arrival was sooner than expected, please contact us to ensure there are not already guests present. We may be able to accommodate you. 2\. Please do not dispose of toilet paper, tampons or food down the toilet as it will clog it up immediately. Use the trashcan. 3\. Absolutely no smoking inside the house. The front gated area is okay, keep the front door closed though while you smoke. 4\. Maintain the house as tidy as you found it. 5\. This house is equipped with video surveillance inside the gated entryway for protection. 6\. Please report any additional guests not included in your original booking. It is a $5 charge per guest after 5 guests. 7\. Please ensure windows and doors are closed when using A/C and turn off A/C when not in the home. Sometimes the use of fans is sufficient. Please ensure the following when you checkout: 1\. Gather all personal belongings 2\. Close/lock all windows and doors 3\. Turn of A/C 4\. Turn off all fans 5\. Turn off all lights 6\. Make sure all equipment is turned off and/or stored (tv, stove, coffee pot, etc) 7\. Return key to lock after you lock up the front door and the front gate. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking is permitted only in front and back patio. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87260000/87252000/87251909/78631bd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartamento Acogedor a 20 Metros de la Playa Puntarenas - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=87251909&PinnedHotelID=87251909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70980000/70977200/70977103/1e0d546d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to Pier Sands Casita#2, Min Walk From Beach Barrio Las Playitas - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 6.8 3 reviews £84 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=70977103&PinnedHotelID=70977103&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110240000/110233000/110232919/416e2ede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal condo with stunning sea views, rain shower & private balcony escape El Roble - Pool - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Gym 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=110232919&PinnedHotelID=110232919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119210000/119207700/119207673/d5a09d26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Designer Modern vibe -walk to Beach in Tambor Playa Tambor - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=119207673&PinnedHotelID=119207673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110240000/110233000/110232921/e577b9ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Serenity in El Roble: Your Perfect Getaway! 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Please do not dispose of toilet paper in toilet. Do not attempt to enter premises before 2PM. ### Pets Pets are allowed 3 total (up to 9 kg per pet) Note from host: You are responsible for all pet damages and mess. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Bring own bedding/crib for 2 years and under. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Smoking is permitted only in front and back patio. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! Puntarenas ## About the area Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Barrio Las Playitas, a neighbourhood in Puntarenas. NATUWA, Macaw Conservation Sanctuary is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Puntarenas Beach and Victoria Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Puntarenas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puntarenas.dx9435) [View more Holiday homes in Puntarenas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puntarenas-Private-Holiday-Homes.d9435-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.97832%2C-84.82297&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aPNqF7exHqiimBORZCLd3DINvzA=) Las Playitas, Puntarenas ### What's nearby - ![Costa Rica translated from Spanish means "sand point" - is the capital and largest city in the province Puntarenas, Costa Rica on the Pacific coast. The beautiful beaches of the Pacific coast attracts](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332724/ee50997c-f90d-491a-9160-d4694eed3068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Puntarenas Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Puntarenas Marine Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Puntarenas Pier 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - La Casa de la Cultura 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Playa Pochote 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Tambor (TMU) 122 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante La Felicidad - Maes Grill - El Patio Parrilla - Bar El Lucero - Soda los locos ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!? ### How much is parking at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!? ### What time is check-in at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!? ### What time is check-out at Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach!? ### Where is Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relax at Pier Sands Casita#1, Min Walk From Beach! Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nina Susanne R. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Location The Check in was described in a very detailed description received before the stay . Everything was fine and good organised. ##### Nina Susanne R. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Richard D. 4 Jan 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Garbage everywhere, extremely dirty house, mold in the shower. Everything was dirty in the property, from the shower curtain full of black mold to coffee maker and fans. Streets are full of garbage outside, smell of sewages and garbage is everywhere. In the shower we found worms and spiders. They even did not have the cutesy of cleaning the dishes, we had to re-wash everything before use. It was horrible. We decided to leave for a hotel the last 5 days of our trip. ##### Richard D. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022 ---