Planning some Costa Rica last minute travel? Then we have just the plans for you: Hacienda Pinilla, a 4,500-acre private community on the sun-splashed northwestern coast
Little by little, day by day, decision by decision, the world is beginning to mosey back toward normal. We’re not quite there yet but we will be soon. And that puts us in a strange limbo state: You’re not quite ready to make big plans for many months out, but you know the iron is red-hot for Costa Rica last-minute travel.
And that’s where Hacienda Pinilla comes in.
Located on three miles of pristine white sands on Costa Rica’s sun-drenched Gold Coast, Hacienda Pinilla unrolls over 4,500 acres of gated community and Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, working cattle ranch and 18-hole golf course, pristine beaches and webbed hiking/biking trails, tennis courts and fine dining restaurants. You know, everything you’re looking for in your vacation. Even one that’s last minute.
And then, layer on a smorgasbord of luxury vacation homes (and your sunblock) and an array of services and amenities, and you’ll have hit on just the right recipe for perfect, seems-like-you-planned-it-months-ago Costa Rica last-minute travel. Because who says you can’t have it all?
Spotlight: Casa Palma
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 11 Guests
Meet Casa Palma, a 3-bedroom, 3-bath escape with a private courtyard and terrace, poolside living, and access to all of Hacienda Pinilla’s many luxury amenities
The dreamy kind of Costa Rica last-minute travel begins right here, at Casa Palma, the Palm House. Here, where you’ll have access to a private pool and full air-conditioning, poolside patio and outdoor grill, private courtyard and three bedrooms with private baths. And all the amenities you, as a discerning guest, require.
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Perk #1: Beaches
Playa Mansita is just one of several beaches at and around Hacienda Pinilla. So, go ahead – grab a drink, dig your toes into the sand, and get vacationing!
There’s a lot to love about Costa Rica last-minute travel but if you ask us, the beach tops the list. Hacienda Pinilla is located within Guanacaste’s Gold Coast, so named for its sparkling beaches, and this resort community protects some of the most beautiful among them:
Sugar Beach, a secluded and hidden gem we love for its lovely little cove. Playa Grande, the wildest beach in Guanacaste, thanks to its Las Baulas National Marine Park location. Playa Langosta, a favorite for its undisturbed aura of natural beauty, including crashing surf and lava rock tide pools. Playa Avellanas, home to “Little Hawaii” and a river mouth that’s a paradise for longboarders. Playa Negra, an intermediate-advanced surf spot known for world-class waves, forever immortalized in the film Endless Summer II. And Playa Mansita, a rock-and-sand beach sans huge waves and a perfect space for relaxation.
Ok, we guess that’s six perks. Call us cheaters!
Perk #2: Golf
Hacienda Pinilla’s 72-par golf course was designed around the country’s wild and natural wonders, earning it the designation of Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
Costa Rica last-minute travel rarely comes with best-in-class amenities… except when you’re staying at Hacienda Pinilla. When you’re a guest here, you have access to the world-class, 18-hole, par-72, 7,200-yard, Mike Young-designed golf course. And not just that, but a course planned to follow the natural curvature of the land and respect its surroundings – so much so, that it has earned the designation of Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary for its preservation of ecological balance.
Spotlight: Villa Tranquila
8 Beds | 10 Baths | 24 Guests
Splash out at Villa Tranquila, a sprawling mansion home to a saltwater pool, photogenic staircase, and daily housekeeping. Because why not vacation in the lap of luxury?
Big family and big dreams? Villa Tranquila is a luxurious mansion set within Hacienda Pinilla. Dream big and then kick it up a notch because this home will deliver: a saltwater pool and spectacular double staircase, expansive living and daily housekeeping. Here, every room is a full bedroom/bathroom suite, the internet is lightning fast, and your every vacation experience is unparalleled.
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Perk #3: Mountain Biking & Hiking
Get out and onto Hacienda Pinilla’s extensive trail system, where you can hike and bike into the great outdoors
Get outside, sightsee, and experience the raw beauty of Guanacaste. The countryside of Hacienda Pinilla is crisscrossed by a web of mountain biking and hiking trails, which you can tackle on your own or on a tour: choose your own difficulty and take a two-hour ride through forests, pastures, beaches, and bridges, up to hilltop lookout points and down to ocean sand and river beds.
Perk #4: Tennis
Surrounded by palms and close to the beach, Hacienda Pinilla’s tennis courts are the kind of place where you can grab a match in the morning and then head out for a beach afternoon
If “staying active” and “doing the things you never have time to do” top your list of vacation plans, then Hacienda Pinilla should top your list of Costa Rica last-minute travel destinations. Case in point: Tennis courts. Several of them. So you can take a lesson, sign up for a clinic, or squeeze in a morning match beneath the shade of towering royal palms. And still have the rest of the day free to hit the beach!
Spotlight: Casa Bonita Beach
5 Beds | 6 Baths | 14 Guests
Waterslide, waterslide, WATERSLIDE! It may be the focal point of Casa Bonita Beach, but it’s not the only draw.
Your own, private waterslide. Need we say more?
Ok, we’ll say more. But only because you asked. And because Casa Bonita Beach is worth more words. Words like elite beach home, just 600 meters to secluded sands. A private pool and spectacular terrace, outfitted with seating, an outdoor grill and kitchen, and shaded dining. And then again, as we said, a waterslide.
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Perk #5: Surfing
Our recommended surfing lessons are perfect for beginners and advanced surfers alike. Get up on your board for the first time – or challenge yourself to waves so great, they’ve already taken on Hollywood!
Hacienda Pinilla’s three miles of coastline host some of the most famous, most epic, most board-worthy surf in the country. From Playa Avellanas, with its “Little Hawaii” break and all-day-long rights and lefts, to famed Witch’s Rock and Oli’s Point, the waves at and around this exclusive community somehow hit that perfect sweet spot of perfect for beginners and challenging to even the most advanced surfers.
Perk #6: Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club
The Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club offers an array of amenities, from beachside restaurants and a sparkling infinity pool, to a spa and ocean-view bar.
Hacienda Pinilla’s crown jewel, the Beach Club at Playa Avellanas promises a pristine infinity pool, a bar and restaurant, spa and fitness center – all poolside, on shaded lounge chairs and ocean-view terraces, where the ocean’s rhythm helps lull you into a perfect state of relaxation.
Spotlight: Casa Orchidea
6 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 13 Guests
Home to an infinity pool, sunny terrace, and rocking hammocks, Casa Orchidea is a luxury home and last-minute travel gem within walking distance of the beach
Named for Costa Rica’s national flower, Casa Orchidea is a spectacular Spanish-style mansion ensconced within a serene corner of Hacienda Pinilla. Grab a cup of coffee, step out on the sun-splashed terrace, and dip your toes into your private infinity pool. Spend some quality time with a hammock on your breezy balcony. And, whenever the mood strikes, stroll down to the walking-distance beach.
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Concierge Services for Costa Rica Last-Minute Travel
When you reserve your Hacienda Pinilla vacation home with us, you gain access to our full concierge services.
When you book, we’ll get in touch to help you plan every detail of your stay. Our job is to get to know you, so we can help you plan the trip of your dreams. Whether you just need help arranging transportation or would like to pack in the fun – yes, even at the last minute. We can help with everything from your airport shuttle to a full trip’s worth of activities, private chef services, and golf cart rental – we’re happy to help.
Even better, our concierge services are always free. So, why wait? Get in touch and let’s get started!