EntreCostas Guest Guidebook
Welcome to the official EntreCostas Guest Guidebook. To ensure a peaceful stay, we have organized your essential home details into sections below, including Quick Start, Arrival & Access, House Rules, Kitchen & Dining, Beach & Pool, Checkout, and FAQ.
Let's make it memorable!
This guide is designed to help you settle in and make the most of your stay at Casa EntreCostas.
Please take a moment to review the Quick Start sheet below upon arrival and refer back to this guide for more detail.
If you need anything, call or message us via the Airbnb platform.
Quick Start
- Arrival & Key Access: keys are in the lockbox and the code will be provided upon booking.
- Getting to Cocobay Estates gated community requires QR code access and ID verification. We will provide the QR code the day of your arrival.
- House number is 106, you can drive there or use WAZE or Google Maps for exact location: just search for Casa EntreCostas
- Parking: Driveway is ample and for up to 4 cars.
- If car rental is not an option, we recommend renting a Golf Cart. Your host can provide referrals.
- Smoking is not permitted.
- Drought conditions due to El Niño make fire hazards a problem in the region. Please save water.
- Pets are allowed for a fee.
- Extra guests: Please confirm before arrival.
- Maximum occupancy: 10 pers
- ALL BOOKINGS AND COMMUNICATIONS MUST BE DONE VIA AIRBNB
Arrival & Access
Welcome & Quick Essentials
Welcome to Casa EntreCostas! We’re delighted to have you as our guest.
If you need anything at all during your stay, please don’t hesitate to call or text us via the Airbnb platform.
This guide is designed to help you settle in and make the most of your stay. Please take a moment to review the Quick Start sheet below upon arrival and refer back to this guide for more detail.
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Check-in: Between 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Checkout before 10:00 AM
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Wi‑Fi Network: EntreCostas5G
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Wi‑Fi Password: will be provided upon booking
Prepare for Your Trip
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Make sure you have a return ticket, as Liberia airport customs may ask for proof.
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You will also be asked for your accommodation address. Since Costa Rica has no precise street addresses, simply provide:
CASA ENTRECOSTAS, Playas del Coco. -
Download WhatsApp before traveling; it is widely used by restaurants, tour operators, and locals.
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You can use 911 for any emergency in Costa Rica, including police, ambulance, and fire services.
Overview
This villa feels like a boutique hotel, offering private suites and a shared open-concept kitchen, dining & living area. Enjoy a terrace with pool views, 4 bedrooms with private baths & balconies, plus a king suite with bathtub & rain shower.
All rooms have A/C, WiFi, Smart TV.
The pool area features sun loungers,
& tropical gardens for true Pura Vida relaxation.
Experience the perfect blend of luxury, comfort and nature at EntreCostas Villa, located in the prestigious Coco Bay Estates in Playas del Coco, Guanacaste.
Built on 0.6 acres, this elegant 5-suite villa is ideal for groups of up to 10 guests — each room with its own private bathroom, A/C, Wi-Fi, and smart TV.
Enjoy a private pool, BBQ area, yoga deck, and a fully equipped kitchen designed for unforgettable gatherings. Within the gated community, you’ll also find a Beach Club with an infinity pool, restaurant, tennis and pickleball courts, gym, and 24/7 security.
Aprox 10 minutes driving from the beach and 30 minutes from LIR Airport, EntreCostas is your tropical retreat — where every sunset feels like home. 🌺
Guest access
Entire private house is available to be used by guests, and even more: with your booking you have access to Cocobay Beach club, including 2 tennis courts, 4 pickleball courts, gym area, large community pool and a great restauran; all less that 2 minutes driving and with meal delivery during your stay
Other things to note
Coco Beach is a great hub to enjoy fishing tours, visit other beaches, visit the great dining options nearby or simply stay at our house and have them deliver anything here. We can provide you recommendations for beach tours, restaurants, travel tips and more
Included Amenities
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Hair dryers in bathrooms
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Pool and beach towels
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Portable Coolers are in the kitchen and can be used for beach triups
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All required cooking appliances
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Cooking basics: Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
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Dishes and silverware: Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc.
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A full fridge with ice maker and a secondary mini fridge for drinks
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A full coffee station: grinder, dripper, french press and more
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Barbecue utensils: Gas Grill, long spatula, tongs, etc
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Pool with water feature and full lighting
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Shower Gel, Shampoo and Conditioner in every suite
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Hot water in showers, although you probably will enjoy refreshing with lower temperatures
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Hangers and clothing storage closets
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Ironing board is availble
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Amazon Echo in each room, with full music sharing options
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Crib for the little ones
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Board games
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Paddle board
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And infinite destiations in all of Costa Rica are just a short drive away!
Emergency Contacts
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Local Emergency Services: 911
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Coco Medical Center (Medi Red): Offers urgent care, diagnostics, and emergency response. Located near Banco Nacional.
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Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–10:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
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Phone: +506 2670-1234 / +506 8303-6655
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Hospital San Rafael Arcángel: Private full-service hospital in downtown Liberia. Phone: +506 2666-1717
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Hospital Clínica Bíblica Private network hospital branches providing advanced medical services and emergency care. Phone: +506 4000-6762
A/C location: There are independent A/C units on every room, and 2 large units in the kitchen and living area.
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Instructions: Set to AUTO. For AC, set temperature no lower than 72°F to avoid freezing unit. Remote controllers are in every room and replacement batteries available in the pantry.
Kitchen & Appliances
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Stove: Stove is an induction cooktop. Only specific kitchenware will heat.
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Overn: oven and kitchen oven-safe containers are available
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Microwave: large microwave available with full features
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Dishwasher: Load, rinse lightly, add detergent tablet in slot, select NORMAL, press START. Please run full loads only. Consider Costa Rica is under serious drought conditions and we need to save water.
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Coffee & Tea: Coffee station includes grinder, drip coffee maker, french press, water heater kettle, and programmable coffee maker.
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Trash & Recycling: Large trash bin in kitchen for convinience. Two outdoor trash cans are available. Please be aware racoons are in the area, we recommend taking out trash to the Cocobay trash area every 2 nights.
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Dining room fan is remote control operated.
Bathroom & Laundry
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Towels: Guests will have towels in every bathroom
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Washer/Dryer: Usage is free for one use per stay. For more usage, please coordinate.
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Hair dryer: Provided in bathroom sink drawers
Pool and outdoor shower
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Pool runs on its own cycle. Maintenance teams will be there for cleaning twice per week at least.
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If you want to activate the water feature, please ask host.
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Do not tamper with pool filter and pipes.
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Lights are all remote control activated. Remote control is by the coffee maker.
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Pool is not heated, but water remains at nice 18 to 25 celsisus naturally.
Trash, Recycling & Compost
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Racoons in the area will try to break into the bins. Please keep secured or better take the trash to the condominium bins.
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Two bins are near the gate on the left side of the property
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Sorting rules: Basic separation of glass, cans and plastics helps protect Costa Rica's nature.
Parking & Transportation
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On-site parking: Up to 5 cars and Golf Carts can park on premises.
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Taxis and Uber can be booked. They will need pre-authorization to enter the gated community.
Safety Recommendations
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Area is safe inside the gated community. Still recommend locking doors when house is empty.
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Racoons and other vermin can try to get to the kitchen if left unlocked during the night
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Monkeys and houling monkeys may be roaming the area. Any food left outside could be eaten during nights.
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We recommend taking precautions when walking late in Coco Beach area, its a touristic area and like any tourist hub, peopel try to take advantage.
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Keep cars locked when not in premises
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Mosquitoes and spiders are common in natural settings. Be friendly with them, but be careful with potential scorpions that may roam and get in clothes left on the floor.
Groceries
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AUTO MERCADO: Tourist oriented, more expensive, very complete. High-end.
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SUPER COMPRO: Local, cheaper with good packaged goods options
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MEGA SUPER: Close to Automercado. Good middle point.
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SUPER CHINA: Large dollar store style shop with groceries & alcohol
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Many small convenience stores are located along the road to Ocotal and downtown Coco Beach.
House Rules — Full Details
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Emergency exit plan: Primary exit is front door; the property is open to easily walk out of each bedroom.
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Emergency light in the main living area.
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Emergency flashlight located in the pantry by the kitchen.
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Fire extinguisher: Located under sink
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Alarm/CO detectors: Smoke alarm is in the kitchen
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Smoking: Not allowed
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Parties & events: Strictly prohibited. If discovered, immediate eviction and will be reported to Airbnb.
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Noise: Observe quiet hours after 10 pm. Be considerate of neighbors.
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Pets: Pets can be allowed. No pets on furniture. Extra fees for cleaning.
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Cleaning: Just keep basic order, we will clean after your stay.
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Unauthorized items: Do not remove linens, kitchenware, smart TV remote from the areas.
Checkout Instructions
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Check-out time: By 10:00 am. Late check out may be a vailable, just ask
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Before you leave:
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Just take good care of the house, we don't expect you to go beyond that
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Take out trash and recycling to curb (or place in designated bin area)
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Return keys to host or place in secure box
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Turn off lights,
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Turn off AC - helps us and the environment
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Send a quick message that you’ve checked out (optional)
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Late check-out: Contact host for availability; additional fee may apply.
Mobile FAQ — Quick Answers for Guests
Q: I can’t find the Wi‑Fi password. A: It’s on the Quick Start sheet on the kitchen counter and written on the router label
Q: How do I operate the TV / streaming? A: All smart TVs have a remote for the TV and a remote for the cable box.
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Turn on TV: press POWER
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Switch inputs: press INPUT or SOURCE
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Netflix/Hulu/Amazon: Apps require guest login on personal accounts; we do not leave account credentials.
Q: The AC isn’t working. A: Remotes for each unit are available in each room. Try keeping temperature not lower than 20 celsius as it prevents the pipes from condensing and the units to stop. If still not working, call/text host.
Q: Where do I park? A: Preferable on the drive way in front of the front door.
Q: Can I check in early / leave luggage after checkout? A: Early check-in and luggage storage depend on availability — please request in advance. We may charge a small fee.
Our house is equipped with a series of nice upgrades to make your stay more comfortable. To fully enjoy the experience of EntreCostas, our guests frequently highlight that they appreciate:
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Power is partially generated by solar panels. This reduces the CO2 footprint of your vacation.
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Amazon Echo and Alexa controllers in every room allow you to interact with the house lights: you can give command like: "setup an alarm ", "play music", "turn room 3 lights on/off", "give recommendations of nearby restaurants, etc.
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If water service is interrupted in the area, house has a reserve tank of 3000 liters that can last up to two days of normal use, or longer if used rationally
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Please protect the plumbing system. Throwing anything in the toilets clogs the system and may result in unpleasant issues for you as our guest.
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All rooms have Smart TVs. You can watch Netflix, or any streaming service and cast to the TVs.
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The gas BBQ can be refilled. A nearby store has replacement tanks if needed.
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Front patio lights are automated and will turn on and off. You can still control them in the switch by the mini fridge.
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Cocobay security officers take rounds in their motorcycle, they are there for your protection and security.
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The house is monitored when you are not there via Amazon Blink cameras. Cameras only are active when no one is home and can only see outdoor areas.
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The club house restaurant can deliver food directly to the house. Other restaurants have also great delivery services. Check our recommendations section.
Other nice features
Exclusive Club Access
As a guest at Casa EntreCostas, your stay includes full access to the premium facilities at The Club at Cocobay, located just 2 minutes from our front door.
- Resort-style Infinity Pools and Sun Decks
- Fully-equipped Gym and Fitness Center
- Tropical On-site Restaurant & Bar
- Tennis & Pickleball Courts
- Private Beach Access and Coworking Spaces
Apart from the Club, we also partner with Diamante Eco Tours, to provide our guests with the ultimate outdoor experiences and tours in Costa Rica.
Enjoy the Diamante Animal Sanctuary, experience the rush of the Adventure Park, set sail on a Sunset Sailing Cruise, among just a few of our exciting tours and excursions available.
View all their tour options on our main Tour & Adventures page!