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Villa Decary

Nuevo Arenal 5717, Costa Rica
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Villa Decary
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We just came back from a 2.5 week trip in CR and this place was one of our favorites. We were walk-in guests and the moment we drove through the beautiful garden we knew we were in for a treat. When we pulled up at the entrance, our hostess came out right away and made us feel at home immediately.... More

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Seattle
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

This is a must stay for bed and breakfast goers, and bird watchers! Suzy and Olivia are wonderful! Suzy will help with you plan for whatever you'd like to do for the day! I wanted to go paddle boarding on the lake, and Suzy gave me plenty of options and set everything up! Olivia is a great company guide dog.... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We were there in Mid February. The place is a little hard to find and best to get there before dark. But once you find it, the view of the lake is beautiful and the bird watching is terrific. But, most importantly, the staff are wonderful, kind, friendly helpful, no fuss. Woke up to an amazing view and birds all... More

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Gaithersburg, MD
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013 via mobile

We had a Wonderful experience staying at Villa Decary. Fantastic hosts and extremely accommodating staff made our stay memorable. Our view from the deluxe hotel room of the lake was perfect. Great bird watching!!! We highly recommend Villa Decary and hope we can return one day.

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Victoria, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

We had the pleasure of staying at Villa Decary for one night during our recent trip to CR (March 2013). We were very pleased with our choice and only wished we could have stayed there for longer. Suzy at Villa Decary answered many questions prior to our making the booking. She gave us a good recommendation for car rental which... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Not only did our 2 day planned stay turn into 4 we can not state enough how really fabulous this place is. Besides the wonderful rooms and property not to mention the awesome bird viewing the people were so awesome, we really can't tell anyone enough how really wonderful everyone was. The owners were so informative and more than willing... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

If there is a reason why to stay in Nuevo Arenal this is it!!!! From the moment you enter the property grounds of Villa Decary you are welcomed by a beautiful botanical garden with an amazing collection of palms and trees that are the home of extensive variety of birds such as Toucans, Montezuma Oropendolas, and Humming birds. The highlight... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

A wonderfully warm and welcoming small resort in a stunning garden setting with birds we couldn't believe (especially Toucans and Montezuma Oropendolas that looked like they flew off the pages of an Audubon book). We were welcomed by Miguel and Elkin as if we were friends of their families, and we later learned that it is sometimes possible to tour... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Well deserving al all the great reviews it has received. Although it was quite chilly and rainy during our stay I'm glad we found it. The variety of bird life was unbelievable and Suzy despite complaining about the temperature even after spending the better part of December and January in Montreal, was very helpful in explaining what there was to... More

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Dutchess County, NY
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights in February on a friend's recommendation and it was wonderful. The standard room was large, airy and bright with a balcony overlooking Lake Arenal (we swam) and the breakfast room deck, where fruit was put out in the morning to attract birds. We especially enjoyed watching the oropendolas constant nest building... More

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Additional Information about Villa Decary

Also Known As:
Villa Decary Hotel
Villa Decary Hotel Nuevo Arenal
Villa Decary Costa Rica/Nuevo Arenal
Address: Nuevo Arenal 5717, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Nuevo Arenal
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Nuevo Arenal
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Lake Arenal's most beautiful hotel. Botanical garden and rain forest setting, spectacular views of Lake Arenal, the Tilaran Mountains and the rain forest. All accommodations have private entry, private hot water bathroom, private deck, orthopedic mattresses. Rates include scrumptious breakfasts, beautifully served. Casitas with full kitchens available. Monkeys, 140 species of birds. Peaceful, private, serene. Close to many activities: kayaking, fishing, hot springs, volcano, birding, canopy tours, windsurfing, horseback riding, nature walks and more. Great eateries nearby. ... more   less 

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