Villa Sol This is bad service, and come to think of it, I don't think I've had service this bad anywere, and I've stayed in hotels rooms ranging from $40-$1500 a night. I will not recommend this to anyone who is considering Villa Caletas for their wedding, there are many other places in Costa Rica, you just have to do more research.More. The head waiter kept asking my husband for money several times during the wedding, inclulding when he was about to walk down the isle and when we were cutting the cake, instead of waiting until the event was over to disucss money matters. The head waiter kept asking my husband for money several times during the wedding, inclulding when he was about to walk down the isle and when we were cutting the cake, instead of waiting until the event was overWe had decided to get married in Costa Rica in front of the Pacific Ocean during the sunset hour. Standard
We encourage you to browse through our many channels of wedding inspiration to help you begin planning your romantic escape. Ocotal The only speakers that worked were very soft, this is how we dance to our wedding song!! Villas Las Mareas In the first floor there is a swimming pool for the guest of the building. Diosa Del Mar Swim June 2016 Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. You did an awesome job!! Dinner is served at the restaurant with dancing on the attached patio. Dan and I wanted to thank very much for everything you have done to make our wedding day a terrific one! Royal Suite
who is going to take YOUR photos!?" Mirador Restaurant
They were married at the brand new Rancho at Caletas, a typical Costa Rican open aired structure. Tulemar I have no complaints at all and recommend their services to anyone anywhere, whether your wedding is in the beach, city, or mountain. February 2017 Readings were read for each couple, including an excerpt from Julia Childs' "The Art of French Cooking, Volumn 1" which was quite amusing and yet still appropriate for the occasion. Villa Caletas is built on top of the hill and it made perfect sense! Absolutely perfect!
September 2014 our pictures sincerely look like they belong in a magazine! Villa Caletas does not have the resouces to be considered a 3 or 4 star hotel nor the experience in handling/coordinating weddings. They possess a spacious terrace, hammock and a private plunge pool with a spectacular panoramic ocean view, bordered by exuberant tropical greenery. Their guests enjoyed cocktail hour and sunset from the Terrace at the Rancho. Good hearted people, with beautiful families and friends. All Santa Teresa Standard rooms are equipped with two twin beds. My recommendation: Do NOT stay at this hotel. From the beginning, he was always prompt in his communications and demonstrated extreme patience when he was trying to photograph us in the midst of all of our family and friends trying to take pictures too! Comfortable, inviting and each with a private outdoor space sets this resort apart from the competition. Please tell Diego and Sergio thank you from us as well. They have a magnificent Pacific Ocean view from the terrace, as well as an independent Jacuzzi or Jacuzzi bathtub for two persons. Same Sex We are so happy with the results, you couldn't have done a better job! June 2015 January 2016 We did go into Jaco for one meal at El Hacaco. The suites concept (2 rooms) is not much about size as it is about style and its private plunge pool bordered by lush tropical greenery. These are located in a 4 floors building with 8 units. February 2015 December 2018 This place was by far the buggiest place we stayed. Welcome! We invited 120 guest. The waitstaff generally seemed physically disinterested in serving you, making it more frustrating.
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There is no cable TV nor phone here. Booking in advance is recommended. It has a king-size bed, large bathroom, terrace with outdoor Jacuzzi and a unique view of the Gulf of Nicoya.
July 2014 The reception was setup in the Rancho, which was flooded with beautiful natural light. We enjoyed the live music and the food was fantastic (tuna exceptional). I called down to the front desk, and they didn't know why it was gone, but said they wold get another one. Villa Caletas does not have the resouces to be considered a 3 or 4 star hotel nor the experience in handling/coordinating weddings. The hotel is very nicely located, far away from noisy and not so nice Jaco, with lots of nature, fantastic view of the ocean and lovely ambiente. August 2014
One night, we got home around 2am, and the rollaway bed was gone. They are equipped with one king bed, sofa bed. Find the best destination wedding resorts to host your special day. The day of the wedding, the outside speakers began to plan brazilian jazz during our ceremony and we were unable to hear the priest! It was like I never called the first time. Oh, make that 5 chips and a 1/2 pound of guacamole (i'm serious). June 2018 If you ever need a reference o recommendation, please dont hesitate to have them contact Tracy or me. June 2017 The couple had a ring warming ceremony where the guests pass around the wedding rings during the ceremony touching them and filling them with good thoughts and wishes for the couple. THANK YOU! April 2017 They have easy access to the public areas. January 2019 Guests enjoyed dinner and were entertained with speeches about the couple. The culinary and creative talents have long been appreciated and acclaimed inthe Mirador Restaurant where the recipes combine delicious flavor with artful presentation. My husband and I initially chose Sergio to be our photographer after viewing his website. Engagment Mariposa Hotel We spent $5 for the smallest ice cream we've ever seen, and $24 on steak and fries.On a good note, the service was amazing. It's breathtaking.
Its particular decoration, with black, yellow and green olive colours allows you to transport yourself to this wonderful continent, with a typical African Savannah at the foot of the Kilimanjaro Mount, the highest point in Africa, recreated on the wall. Besides the unique architecture what make this resort the perfect place for your wedding is the service and quality of the food.
The officiant talked about the couples "nerdiness" and how they were just perfect for one another in their nerdy ways. The people in my group were paying between $250 to $600 a night, and all had complaints about the service. I just wanted to drop a line and let you know we receive them, also.
The day of the wedding, the outside speakers began to plan brazilian jazz during our ceremony and we were unable to hear the priest! Saving water, electricity, and recycling promotes a greener future for our planet. The hotel accommodated my need for same day laundry service on two occasions in fact, it was a matter of hours! Punta De Vista This program goes from not using chemical pesticides, having their own garden and helping the local community. Tamarindo Thanks to them I will be able to relive these moments with family,friends and future children. They are equipped with one queen bed and a small living room. Jeff, THANK YOU so much! From weddings to honeymoons, anniversaries and vow renewals and more, we love all things romance travel and are here to make your vision come to life. Guanacaste They are equipped with one King bed in the independent bedroom, and one single sofa in the living room. We received the wedding pictures via the download link. Me and my buddy were sharing a bed and a rollaway bed (no two bed rooms were available). We totally enjoyed exploring all the service trails that ran through the resort.We would definitely stay here again for a couple of days. We didnt really care that it wasnt a long stretch of sand it was pleasant and secluded. The only speakers that worked were very soft, this is how we dance to our wedding song!!
July 2013 I cant believe we got it in just a week. Besides awards for sustainable tourism you will find this resort mentioned in Cond Nast (Top 5 hotels in Central America), Trip Advisor (Traveler's Choice), and World Travel Awards. We saw that wedding photography was just a small part of the many different kinds of photography offered. By that time my buddy had fallen asleep on the floor. The Villa Caletas wild, volcanic sand and very private beach offers a beautiful area to relax under the sun or under the cool shade. We had a difficult time sleeping the 4 nights and were exhausted. Oriental Suite
It has a terrace with Jacuzzi, hammock and a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. Westin May 2018 They were on both sides of the trail and over your head. July 2016 document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ). The pictures are absolutely gorgeous! I took Shawn and Scott down to the entrance of Zephyr Palace for some gorgeous portraits. This is a beatiful hotel. We stayed at Villa Caletas from December 26 to 30, 2007 and found the hotel and service to be exceptional. Beautiful hand painted place cards awaited each guest, which I later found out were painted by Shawn who is quite the artist. Jaco Desserts crown the occasion, with extraordinary pies and cakes in a variety of fruit sauces. Again, we had heard this to be expensive; however, the same meal would have cost us the same amount at home. We can't thank you enough for everything you've done leading up to the wedding, and on the day. We had decided to get married in Costa Rica in front of the Pacific Ocean during the sunset hour. Located a number of steps away, it has its own private parking lot. We spent a lot of cash at this place, including our rehearsal dinner, professinalism is very needed at Villa Caletas, at least the professionalism you are accostumed in luxury hotels in US and Europe. We also noticed the waiters filling up wine glasses with our expensive wine on every glass to all empty tables and not asking guests if they wanted more, doubling our alcohol price. July 2015 This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. I can say with confidence I have the best wedding pictures a girl could ever dream of! My advice is not to stay here, but to come up for drinks and appetizers at sunset. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Get an estimate of your wedding photopackage. Thanks for everything, and do not hesitate to contact us if a potential client may request a referral. They have a terrace and some Villas have partial ocean view; others will have garden or Mountain View. We have exclusive packages and top wedding resorts all over the world to make your dream come true. We were so thankful to find someone with a uniquely modern yet warm shooting style; photos that not only capture the moment, but help you re-live them. The tropical flowers were beautiful but very small, nothing close to the pictures shown. They are spread out throughout the property and may be situated a number of steps away. The hotel is prized for not only for its location in the lush tropical jungle, but for its design and dcor. Villa Caletas is built on top of the hill and it made perfect sense! September 2015 November 2016 Crying does not attract the wildlife!!! Los Suenos is too crowded and busy. A large living room and a second floor mezzanine with a queen size bed. Perez Zeledon Let us help plan your perfect destination celebration! They did an amazing job!!! February 2019 All of the food is very good, and the service is on par with anywhere in Costa Rica. The most impressive is the amphitheater. The statues of parrots look like ravens, and there is a sketelon of some kind of tiger or something up front. We had decided to get married in Costa Rica in front of the Pacific Ocean during the sunset hour. Outdoor dining is available in the Anfiteatro Restaurant for those looking for succulent specialties and intimate surrounding. Unfortunately, things went very very wrong. In the 110 steps, we counted no fewer than 40 very large spiders (not including the smaller ones surrounding them. They have a partial ocean view and are located in either of the main buildings (few steps). They are successful in capturing every moment you are wishing they capture. Contact us today! March 2016 They cannot guarantee any kind of view. The annexed room has a single bed, with its bathroom. Villa Caletas has 3 venues for wedding ceremonies. The pictures are great! Beach HAHA. We have one job, to help make your dream wedding come true. And keep in mind the bar was 100 feet away, and we are talking about chips and guacamole for appetizers. August 2016 Sergio and his team are the best in the business. Unfortunately, things went very very wrong. They are better than expected, and I expected a lot! Elopement February 2014 We are truly lucky to have found you and Jeff. We love the pictures and have gotten so many compliments.
Also, when we wanted to capture a special moment, magically they were always there to capture it. We did our research and coordinated with wedding coordinator, Haslene Cordoba. The master bedroom has upholstered walls covered in fine woods where the classical European ambience comes back to life, king size bed and a large closet. The staff is overworked and mostly desinterested in serving our guests, they just want to get the job done without any personal touch. Hi Everyone! Junior Suite
We elected to do the day after shoot and we are both very happy that we did. Villas
The only speakers that worked were very soft, this is how we dance to our wedding song!! Suite
They don't speak English which makes it difficult. It is a synonymous of elegance and style. On balance, food was great. The entire place needs to be updated.The whole place is creepy and a bit macabre. They are awesome !! The Beach Bungalow (1 room) is the dream place for those who are willing to disconnect from the world in an easy and peaceful way. It has a unique decoration, which is distinguished by its wall colours in red and white stripes, with lots of details such as sculptures, accessories, paintings and related, enabling you to live a short trip inspired by the time of the kings of the Nile. The tropical flowers were beautiful but very small, nothing close to the pictures shown. San Jose more. Birthday Party Everyone commented on how discreet, professional and pleasant they were. My husband and I didn't notice them through the entire wedding, they just seem to scatter around the venue and take the best pictures you could possibly imagine. Villa Caletas does not have the resouces to be considered a 3 or 4 star hotel nor the experience in handling/coordinating weddings. The design for Zephyr Palace was inspired by the Greek god of the west, Zephyros. These rooms are equipped with one queen bed. Protected by angels, present in the paintings on the ceiling of the room and bathroom. It was with complete confidence that I bragged about our dearly beloved Sergio! We spent a lot of cash at this place, including our rehearsal dinner, professinalism is very needed at Villa Caletas, at least the professionalism you are accostumed in luxury hotels in US and Europe. We did our research and coordinated with wedding coordinator, Haslene Cordoba. The day of the wedding, the outside speakers began to plan brazilian jazz during our ceremony and we were unable to hear the priest! December 2017 La Paz
My luggage did not arrive in Costa Rica (my husbands, of course, did). We highly, highly recommend Stories Wedding Photography to capture all of the special moments of your special day! June 2014 Most of the ceremonies take place in front of the infinity pool. Dreams I had the privilege of working with Jeff for about a year planning every detail needed for the perfect pictures. This suite is specially for Honeymooners and has a very private deluxe plunge pool.. This is the only place to stay in Jaco. Everybody loves them! Newlywed bliss is here. May 2015 I would describe the architecture as neo-classical with French fusion. Villa Caletas is built on top of the hill and it made perfect sense! Unfortunately, things went very very wrong. Inspired by the Middle East culture, in this suite, we can find a decoration with warm colours of wood and antiques brought from Tunisia, Morocco, and India. Every penny is worth it! Our guide was very knowledgeable and we had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss other aspects of Costa Rica with him.We are not anti-social, but if you want to use your guide for the most informative tours, do them alone. Create your dream wedding with Destination Weddings. Sergio, Many large groups included toddlers and some babies. *Terms and conditions apply - See your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist for more information. For me , the photography was one of my biggest worries. The next day I complained about it, but nobody seemed to care. Your wedding dream made reality, whether its intimate wedding ceremony for a few overlooking the Pacific Coast or a large lavish wedding with amazing views, elegant dinner and even late night dancing at the disco. The only speakers that worked were very soft, this is how we dance to our wedding song!! Anfiteatro Bar & Restaurant
Shawn and Scott traveled from Washington, D.C. to celebrate their love for one another in beautiful Costa Rica. Our premier Preferred Partners include over 200 exquisite and unforgettable wedding venues. September 2016
September 2018 Villa Pelicano A new terrace has just been added which is perfect for an elopement or wedding group under 20. They are spread out throughout the property and may be situated a number of steps away. Thank you!. (we don't dislike kids either, we have 5 of our own)On balance we will return to Costa Rica and to Villa Caletas. The Junior Suites (7 rooms) provide more space and luxury than Villas. Trash The Dress
Thanks to them I was able to capture from the moment my dad and step dad came together and walked me down like a princess, the moment when my mother joined my hand with my husband, to the moment my dream came true having my 104 year old great grandma with me on my special day. It is equipped with one queen bed and a living room. If you want to hire the best photographer in Costa Rica and have the best photographs possible of your wedding, you don't have to look any further. The day of the wedding, the outside speakers began to plan brazilian jazz during our ceremony and we were unable to hear the priest! January 2015 Costa Rica They have a very nice ampitheater that you can get married at. Celebration Travel makes every effort to keep the travel and resort information up to date on this website, however, resorts, packages and laws do change, so we cannot guarantee that all information on particular resorts or destinations are completely accurate at the time of viewing. This suite is inspired by the Latin American culture, its art, ethnic mix, and a classic decoration. Riu The pictures capture all the moments we want to remember forever, and many moments that we were too busy having fun to notice! December 2015 Master Suite
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We did our research and coordinated with wedding coordinator, Haslene Cordoba. Getting there is part of the adventure driving up a long windy, palm lined road. A local favorite featuring international cuisine and known for service, consistency and quality. Newborns May 2019 September 2017 This was my first time doing a wedding at Rancho Caletas, this spectacular area inside the well-known Villa Caletas Hotel blew my mind. Discover our most romantic honeymoon destinations, explore all inclusive packages and resorts, and start planning your dream getaway. The head waiter kept asking my husband for money several times during the wedding, inclulding when he was about to walk down the isle and when we were cutting the cake, instead of waiting until the event was over We had decided to get married in Costa Rica in front of the Pacific Ocean during the sunset hour. It has two bedrooms. This amazing Greek amphitheatre offers sunset views on the Pacific Ocean and the Rain Fores. Welcome to Villa Caletas a luxury boutique Costa Rica hotel 1150 feet over the vibrant Central Pacific coast of this beautiful nation. My name is Madison aka Madi and I am a photographer who LOVES weddings! Simple sprays of greenery decorated the long tables.
Shawn & Scott's Fun Wedding at Villa Caletas. They had been amazing since our first conversation, and exceeded any expectation I mightve had once I met them! Ask travelingadvices about Hotel Villa Caletas, Beautiful hotel, but (really) subpar service, Best Western Jaco Beach All Inclusive Resort, We compared the lowest prices from 17 websites, We compared the lowest prices from 15 websites, We compared the lowest prices from 12 websites, We compared the lowest prices from 13 websites, We compared the lowest prices from 9 websites. Not only are the professional, responsive, and genuinely nice people, but they will present you with the best pictures possible.Yes, their prices are not cheap but once you get the results you will understand why. August 2019 We stayed in a beautiful suite for $600 per night, the bed was very unconfortable and hard. They are located a few steps away and have easy access to the public areas. This gave Sergio the opportunity to take even more creative and unique shots! Equipped with a gym, bathroom with tub, shower with multi separate jets, private Humid steam (Turkish bath), walking closet, terrace with Jacuzzi, king size bed and an amazing ocean views. I searched for days until I came across your website. They have garden or courtyard view and are located in the main building. October 2014 All hotel staff was extremely accommodating and pleasant. We really couldn't be happier! The Master Suites are totally different in decoration, location and size. Villa Caletas
Family Portrait May 2014
The waiters started giving away the odourves before the ceremony was over, many tables (that I had arranged with the head waiter ahead of time) had the wrong number of chairs the power at the Zhephir Palace was not strong enough for the band soundsystem, it took 2 hours to make it work. You'll be able to have the ceremony and after the space will be transformed into the reception. Standard Deluxe
They cannot guarantee any floor in specific. The staff is overworked and mostly desinterested in serving our guests, they just want to get the job done without any personal touch. Dominical July 2017 Also, thank you so much for getting such beautiful shots of the table decorations for me! We just returned from a trip to Costa Rica where we spent the last four nights at Villa Caletas.
We were in Costa Rica for 2 weeks, and we thought this would be a fabulous place to spend our last 2 nights. Egypt Suite
We invited 120 guest. The view from the amphitheatre was remarkable. We invited 120 guest.
Service of refreshing drinks and delicious snacks is available at the Pelicano Snack Bar on the Beach. April 2016 The ceremony was setup just outside of the Rancho in front of a large tree and overlooking the ocean.
For me the wedding pictures were one of the most important things on our special day. This is the best category at Villa Caletas due to its elegance and comfort. Each of them has a terrace with an independent Jacuzzi along with a panoramic view to the Herradura bay and Jaco surrounded by a beautiful secondary forest. ElRancho
This meant we had to be creative with the minimal clothing I had. Distinguished by a combination of gray colour and wood, which gives the feeling of being floating among clouds. If you have any fear of spiders, this is not the place for you. July 2018 Vista Hermosa Please see our partners for more details. March 2019 The hotel offers new standard in romantic elegance and unique locations ranging from Caletas Private beach to the Amphitheatre area and Zephyr Palace. The about twenty minutes later I got a call back saying they don't have anymore rollaway beds. Manuel Antonio Nice hike - no guide - could take our time and take many photos. The ceremony was officiated by a friend and was kept lighthearted and humorous. Zephyr Palace Luxury Mansion with 7 Themed Suites. January 2018 The staff is overworked and mostly desinterested in serving our guests, they just want to get the job done without any personal touch. Before making decisions on a particular destination and travel plans, we highly recommend you speak with your specialist. They are spread out through the property and may be located a number of steps away. Casa De Las Brisas Striving to be green the hotel has been involved with sustainable tourism and has obtained 4 leaves out of 5 through the Tourism Board (Certificate of Sustainable Tourism Program). We did our research and coordinated with wedding coordinator, Haslene Cordoba. It is a quiet, downhill walk and you can take the van back to the hotel. Let us know if you ever are in or want to visit Boston. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. In the early mornings, we could hear the loud noises from the workers outside our room. They don't speak English which makes it difficult. We invited 120 guest. All of our photos arrived to us just weeks later! The staff is overworked and mostly desinterested in serving our guests, they just want to get the job done without any personal touch. Another option for a smaller event is the enclosed Mirador Terrace. The older section has private bungalows and are the preferred place to stay. We had an ocean view with a huge balcony from where we could watch a lot of beautiful birds.The staff is extremely friendly, especially at the restaurant.However, we believe that the hotel does not with 5 star hotels on international standard. Definately not enough to come and write a review like this. Thank you! New version of the Junior Suite ( 8 rooms), they have a King size bed, big closet, sofa bed, this is the only room category with high speed internet connexion by cable and a hot tub Jacuzzi. El Pelicano
April 2018 We also enjoyed walking to the beach - it took us about 1 hour as we took our time and took many pictures we saw more animals, birds, lizards and bugs than expected.
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