Santa Teresa Beach offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation with its excellent surf breaks and peaceful surroundings for travelers to explore
Canaima Chill House captures Santa Teresa Beach's laid-back essence. Catch waves or explore the coastline on horseback, then relax in the spa tub or outdoor pool. Enjoy bike rentals, free WiFi, and self-parking to enhance your stay.
Located in Cóbano, Canaima Chill House is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Teresa Beach and Romelia Wildlife Refuge. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Santa Teresa travel guide
400m east from Selina north, Santa Teresa, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111
What's nearby
Santa Teresa Beach
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Carmen Beach
5 min drive - 1.8 km
Montezuma Beach
35 min drive - 14.2 km
Cocal Beach
12 min drive - 4.6 km
Hermosa Beach
18 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Cóbano Airport (ACO)
35 min drive
Restaurants
Pizza Tomate
7 min walk
Kooks Smokehouse and Bar
18 min walk
Pronto Piccola Italia
20 min walk
Ani’s Bowls and Salads
9 min walk
Somos Cafe
16 min walk
About this property
Canaima Chill House
Hotel near Santa Teresa Beach
You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a garden at Canaima Chill House. Active travelers can enjoy surfing/body boarding, cycling, and fishing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
A front-desk safe, a computer station, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Canaima Chill House boast comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and kitchens
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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Mosquito nets
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
iPod dock
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Free bottled water
Kitchen
Oven
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
Separate dining area
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Electrical adapters
Safe
Separate sitting area
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Thursday - Wednesday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100.0 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Canaima Chill House Hotel Cobano
Canaima Chill House Cobano
Canaima Chill House Hotel
Canaima Chill House Cóbano
Canaima Chill House Hotel Cóbano
Frequently asked questions
Does Canaima Chill House have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Canaima Chill House pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Canaima Chill House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Canaima Chill House?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Canaima Chill House provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Canaima Chill House located?
Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach. Cocal Beach and Grande Hermosa Tidepool are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Canaima Chill House Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 89 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
2024/3/15
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The howler monkeys, bats and humming birds made this place really unique. And the cooling pool after hot days was most welcome.
Wonderful property, with beautiful loft suite! Amazing private outdoor area. Pool is beautiful and property is quite private in general. Very steep hill getting to property. Loved our stay!
I loved the room with the glass wall to a private view of the back yard/hillside. There was a kitchen and a private patio area. Staff was so helpful to navigate our way and to secure a ferry reservation after we left there. Loved the area. Just wasn’t aware how mountainous it is in Costa Rica. Takes getting used to drive up the crazy hills. Great location and food/restaurants was amazing!!! So fresh and good.
Real nice room which was not a casual room. They really tried to create a chill vibe and the idea that you lay between the trees was really nice (with the big windows behind the bed). Joël helped us really well with finding our way and booking the trip to Tortuga Isle and our surfing lesson. The only thing about the location is that you really need to climb up the hill by foot when going to beach, lunch or dinner.
Absolutely loved this place. Made pur entire trip to Costa Rica. Honestly wished we stayed longer. Santa Teresa was bumping...so much wild life...had a howler monkey on our roof waking us up with its howls...it was quiet, peaceful and tranquil! The grounds keeper was sooo friendly and sweet. Our air conditioner didnt work in our room, they tried to fix it. It didnt really matter because the place was so great in all other aspects. It was quite the trek to the beach. We drove everyday. Parking was slim but we still had a spot everyday no worries. Loved it. 5 stars all day!
The family really liked this property. Kids loved the beds in the loft area. It was a fun environment. Quiet, tucked away from the town. Roads to the property were steep and parking was a little tricky.
This property is absolutely beautiful! Great vibe and ambience. The private balcony is phenomenal. The dirt road up the hill is difficult without 4-wheel drive and the ATVs are a little noisy. Good area of town not in the middle of traffic. I’d stay again.
beautiful accommodation! Simply perfect just located outside of the busy streets of Santa Teresa. Only downside is the steep op hill road that leads to the apartments. I’m dry season it’s manageable with a 4x2, wet season 4x4 is definitely needed.
This place is really cool, it has a pool and hot tub. It’s also nice the rooms have a kitchenette! The only thing is it is quite a ways up a steep gravel road so we ended up always driving down to the Main Street where everything is. The place itself is amazing though, the only thing I would recommend for them to do is to put some ground coffee in the rooms as there is a coffee maker and also provide beach towels for guests to use as most people don’t fly with a big towel. Other than that it’s fantastic and we would stay here again.
I could not stay at this place. The location is very inconvenient. Very close to dusty and noisy road. The condition of this place is sad. I preferred to find another place and lose my money.
Peaceful, quiet and absolutely stunning property. Very steep climb up the hill, about 400 meters/10 minutes walking. Would recommend an ATV or 4x4 but the place itself makes the trek up worth it. The rooms are beautiful with more space than what you would ne d - 2 beds in the loft space, nice main bed, great looking shower, and a functional kitchen in case you don't want to eat out every day. Property manager Joel was also very welcoming and friendly. We would definitely rebook in the future.
Ted
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Tim
2024/1/21
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property is amazing. The one downfall is the parking situation.. There is very little parking... There is some up a very steep ramp that says 4x4 and AtV. We had a 4x4 and I'm a professional driver for a living. Yet, it still caused damage to our vehicle due to the layout and steepness.
Besides parking it was wonderful. You will definitely need a 4x4 and even better if you have a ATV
My wife and I enjoyed our stay because of the beautiful room that we stayed in and the property itself. Overall quiet and peaceful but it could get loud because it's beside the road but cars, ATVs, motorcycles, etc. do not come as often. We loved that the property is surrounded by trees and you can see and hear monkeys and birds close by. The road to chill has to be earned as the incline is very steep. 10 minutes of hard walking up but the place is worth it. The main person, Joel, is also very nice and friendly. We would definitely consider staying there again in the future. Thank you Chill House!
Stora och rymliga rum med bra kök och badrum. Otroligt läcker uteplats där man kan spendera mesta av sin tid. Man får ta med sig innan man bokar detta grymma boende att det ligger uppför en väldigt brant och lång backe som är tuff att gå. Men på plussidan får man chansen att se alla apor som leker i träden på väg upp till Canaima
Een heerlijke plek om te verblijven in Santa Teresa! Het is een hotel met een prachtige inrichting midden in de natuur. Mooie en fijne kamers. De ligging is dichtbij het stand en centrum, maar wel op de heuvel dus een stevige wandeling heuvelop en met de auto is een 4X4 wel aan te raden. Die weg wil ook wel eens wat geluidsoverlast veroorzaken door de vele quads die er langsrijden. Zeker een aanrader en het hotel doel zijn naam er aan 😃.
Michel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
4/10 Poor
Angela
2022/6/21
Disliked: Amenities
Don’t ignore the reviews about the “hill”. That hill is ridiculous. There is no “staff”, no “shuttle” so you have to carry everything up and down the muddy and steep hill each time you leave your room. The “eco chic chill house” doesn’t have anything for its guests- no coffee, no reception, no activities…just the damp room overlooking the images you see in the reviews. There’s nothing else to see but these images. At the bottom of the hill theres good restaurants, beach etc but there are many many places nicer, cleaner and more welcoming that “chill house”.
PS)if you take a rental- remember that it’s 5 hours from the airport and NO ONE will answer the canaima chill house office phone to help you and they wont help you carry your stuff down the hill in the pouring rain either.
Angela
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Sheena
2022/5/13
Liked: Staff & service
It was away from the main party scene which was peaceful and quiet. If it rained, ensure you have a AWD or 4x4 vehicle as it is on a steep gravel road that would easily turn to slick mud. The pool was zen and relaxing but couldve been cleaner. Friendly staff.
Canaima Chill House is really a hidden pearl up in the hills a 5-7 minute walk from the mainroad in Santa Teresa. The owner Juan and his staff are all very welcoming and helpful, and make sure you have everything you need for a pleasant stay. The walk up there...yeah, its kind of a workout. A quad would have been nice. But dont let the walk scare you, its worth the privacy🍃 I can imagine this place is even more beautiful off dry season. So, thank you all for a very pleasant stay! Pura Vida🌊🐳🙏
Maybe 10 years ago this could have been a chilling place, however, sadly no more !
Zero maintenence, zero outdoor cleaning and you had more opportunities to view the local wildlife than find a member of staff.
The hotel had no appeal factor at all ... pool looked like it had not been cleaned in months
In hindsight we should have left after day one.