Reviews

Exceptional

Above and Beyond!

My wife and I recently spent several days in Uvita, and stayed at EL Paraiso. My wife did her homework and made the reservations at EL Paraiso... as you can see, this B&B has been reviewed very, very highly.

And for good reason. The cabins -- we stayed in both -- are immaculately clean, and have everything you'd need for a very comfortable stay. Everything works, everything is fresh, everything is maintained and fully functional. And the breakfasts are EXCELLENT -- fresh, tasty --- and truly, Estrella's pancakes are the best I've ever had.

And, you are close to so much to see and do. A gorgeous waterfall is just up the road. A wonderful bar / cafe / restaurant / hangout , Mosaic, is just across the street. Uvita's main strip of shops and restaurants is a five-minute walk away. And sunset watching, whale watching, snorkeling, horseback riding -- all are within a few minutes' drive.

Which leads me to my emphatic, enthusiastic, number-one reason why you should book a stay at EL Paraiso:

It's the proprietor, Mr. Dan Casey.

From the MOMENT my wife first contacted him, to the very last minutes of our stay, Dan went above and beyond to help us get the very most out of our visit to Uvita. He patiently answered our many questions, made wonderful suggestions, and went the extra mile again and again to coordinate activities for us. On top of all that, he has a wicked sense of humor and is a world-class raconteur. No kidding or hyperbole, by the end of our several-day stay, we considered Dan Casey a friend.

EL Paraiso? "Highly recommended" does not begin to capture it.

Best Place

Your place to stay in Uvita

We initially stayed for three nights, but came back for another three since we enjoyed Uvita and the accomodation so much. Dan and his wife (the hosts) are extremely welcoming and helpful, you immediately feel like home. If you stay in Uvita, search no longer. This is your place to stay.

Daniel

Date of Stay: August, 2021

Everything was perfect!

We initially stayed for three nights, but came back for another three since we enjoyed Uvita and the accomodation so much. Dan and his wife (the hosts) are extremely welcoming and helpful, you immediately feel like home. If you stay in Uvita, search no longer. This is your place to stay.

Nicole

Date of Stay: July, 2021

Between the place itself, and the service, El Paraiso is terrific!

What a gem of a place El Paraiso is! The cabin was spotless and comfortable. It's in a quiet location, and the breakfast is really great. What makes this place special is the service. The owner Dan is very helpful, and really wants you to enjoy your stay. He seems to know everyone in town (he was willing to work with the local pharmacy to get me a prescription that I needed when my luggage was lost by the airline), and has tons of good advice on what to see and experience in the Uvita area. We booked a mangrove tour in Sierpe that was incredible through Dan. His restaurant recommendations were spot on as well. BTW, there is an excellent restaurant right across the street from El Paraiso. I can't recommend this place enough!

Carl

Date of Stay: July, 2021

Exceptional place

Dan and Sue made me feel like family before I even showed up. Dan directed me to the local attractions Catarata waterfall is walking distance and playa hermona beach is a short ride. Dan also made a breakfast for me to take on the road, because I had to leave extremely early to make it to the airport.

Luke

Date of Stay: May 2021

True hospitality

Beautiful, clean, convenient location right in Uvita, most gracious hosts.

Marlene

Date of Stay: May 2021

I felt safe and comfortable at this beautiful and quiet place!

Dan and Sue are the BEST hosts! They took care of everything from a hot breakfast, comfy cabin and even a lift to the store for a few groceries. The property is also in a perfect location for walking to the waterfalls, butterfly garden and bamboo forest.

Rebecca

Date of Stay: May 2021

Best lodging!

Loved the gorgeous wooden cabins, super clean and cozy. The town was laid back and so peaceful. Tons of restaurants, the falls was amazing, beaches and sunsets fantastic, breakfast was the huge and delicious. And huge thanks to amazing hosts, Dan worked hard to provide the best deals on tours in town and made fabulous food recommendations and Sue gave great insight and conversation, I am so grateful for the experience and hope to return for longer next time!!

Jeannie

Date of Stay: April 2021

I wish to come back!

The owner Dan and his wife are really amazing couple and they do everything for you. We stayed 2 nights and we really enjoyed it. Dan helped us with Covid test, he reccomended good restaurants and amazing trip to Sierpe when you can watch all animals. Also 5 minutes walks you have very nice waterfall where you can swim in fresh water. The breakfast we had was the best in Costa Rica. You feel here like you visit friends becouse everything is so comfy and atmosphere like home. I hope we come back here one day again. Thank you for everything!

Michaela

Date of Stay: April 2021

A special place!

El Paraiso is just that - a little piece of paradise! Really well built and unique cabins. Only three to choose from so it is a quiet place to be. Delicious breakfast and a close walk to other restaurants. Dan & Sue are super attentive and ready if you have any questions or requests. We loved that we could walk to the waterfalls, the butterfly farm, the bamboo forest. We are grateful that this place popped up on Booking.com.

Ayrlie

Date of Stay: April 2021

This is vacation how it's supposed to be

Wow, wow, wow!! This was such a great stay. Loved and enjoyed it to the fullest. Location is perfect: within walking distance you reach the waterfall and several restaurants, cafés, supermarkets... It's also great located for doing tours, driving to the beach (less than 10 min). Regarding the owner this was just superb. Dan and his wife were so lovely, we became friends in an instant. They were giving many recommendations, were asking for feedback, if I needed anything else - just perfect. The bungalow itself was also great, nice AC, very clean, loved the hammock, they also have an outdoor shower which I used a few times. Breakfast was good. I felt very safe in the place. So it was just a brilliant stay! Thanks again for everything!

Carolin

Date of Stay: April 2021

This is place is simple... the paradise

Everything, absolutely everything was perfect. Great location, very close to all the important spots. And the hospitality is best! The hosts, Dan and his wife, are two lovely and amazing hosts. You feel very welcome as soon as you arrive. The cabin is perfect, stylish, clean and with all the necessary things. Breakfast is delicious. A perfect way to start the day. It’s just a perfect place.

Richard

Date of Stay: March 2021

Perfect

Dan is super cool and is running a great little "Paraiso". Nothing to say, clean, good amenities, good price. Great food at the Mosaic restaurant nearby. Nice waterfall close to the place.

Skytravel84

Date of Stay: February 2021

Beautiful!

Had a wonderful stay, very clean and comfortable with a lot of little amenities. Beautiful garden and nice breakfast. The owner Dan and Topper are lovely and went out of their way to help us!

Alison

Date of Stay: January 2021

Clean, comfortable and relaxing.!

We loved staying at "El Paraiso". The cabin where we slept for two nights had a bedroom, sink, small fridge, a bathroom and a porch. There are sufficient tables, chairs in the space: cozy but not cluttered. It's all wood (except the shower, that has tiles) in excellent condition. Internet connectivity was very good about 50 Mbps download, 8 Mbps upload. Very stable. You can use the air conditioning, or let opened the windows (they have screens) and the fresh breeze coming down from the mountains to refresh you. We always are very critic of the mattress: This one was good. No complaints at all. The breakfast was good: fresh and lovely presented. The property has a parking lot and sufficient security measures. Please note that is not next to the beach: The highlights are that you have a closer view of the range at the east, you'll hear a lot of birds in the morning, a river with beautiful pools is 700 meters away (look for Cascada Verde), and is more quiet. There's a nice brewery which sells their products in site: I can recommend it. Also there's a wine/sushi restaurant next El Paraiso. We were met by the owners and they were helpful, kind and warm: In these times of social distancing we appreciated so much that human touch. There are a lot of possible activities to do and beaches to visit on the area, and this place is a good spot to use as a base, and relaxing. Disliked · The only thing I missed was a line cloth: If you rinse your swimsuit after enjoying the sea, you might want to let them hang on a line cloth.!

Leonel

Date of Stay: January 2021

Felt like home!

We stayed here before and after drake bay. Dan is an excellent host. He really made my birthday special. The cabin is lovely. It was the best shower that I have had abroad. We ate at Mosiac-3x. It was that good. It is an easy walk from the cabins. Uvita is just south of Dominical and north of Ojochal. We preferred this whole area to the hustle and bustle of Manuel Antonio. If you want to do the whale tale, get there super early. That was chaotic.

Laura

Date of Stay: January 2021

Felt like home!

We stayed here before and after drake bay. Dan is an excellent host. He really made my birthday special. The cabin is lovely. It was the best shower that I have had abroad. We ate at Mosiac-3x. It was that good. It is an easy walk from the cabins. Uvita is just south of Dominical and north of Ojochal. We preferred this whole area to the hustle and bustle of Manuel Antonio. If you want to do the whale tale, get there super early. That was chaotic.

Laura

Date of Stay: January 2021

Wonderful

The host, Dan, was very helpful and the staff on site were also very nice a s welcoming. The cabin is so nice and the wifi is very good. It was a really nice place to stay and would definitely recommend it.

Michael

Date of Stay: March 2020

Excellent

Bungalow spotlessly clean with great attention to detail (e.g lots of sockets, hooks, shelving, hanging space etc) Estrella, the maid was lovely. She served us delicious breakfast each morning and cleaned the bungalow. Dan, the owner was extremely helpful in setting up a guide for us and recommending things to do locally. It was an easy, short walk to local restaurants and there were some other lovely walks nearby (we did quite a bit of exploring on foot as we had no car) Disliked · Very small plot surrounded by a high hibiscus hedge meant there were no views. Also, didn’t like the bunk bed over our double bed (but we were aware of that)

Paul

Date of Stay: March 2020

Sweet place!

· A/C and wifi worked well. Very nice landscaping.

William

Date of Stay: March 2020

Exceptional

Best place to stay!

We are here for a week but did not need to wait to write review. We are in love with this place. Cabinas are clean and well maintained and have everything you need. Breakfast is amazing. The owners are expats from the US so no problems with communication for us. They know the area well and happily give us loads of information about things to see, do, eat, etc. Dan is even known to drive you places if needed! Thanks for the fabulous stay and best wishes to Dan and Sue. Happy to call you friends!

Betsy H

Date of Stay: January, 2020

Exceptional

Really nice and clean place!

Dan is a really nice person and his staff too :) I have wonderful breakfast on the garden. They try to take care a lot of you so don’t hesitate to reserv there is really really really good :)

Eliot

Published Feb 23, 2020

Wonderful

The host, Dan, was very helpful and the staff on site were also very nice and welcoming. The cabin is so nice and the wifi is very good. It was a really nice place to stay and would definitely recommend it.

The hotel is a little far away from the beach, if you haven't got a car it makes the stay a bit more difficult. You can get cabs pretty easily.

Michael

Published March 21, 2020

Exceptional

The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The surrounding is very nice and quiet. The little chalet is cute and comfortable. The breakfast served outside under the porch was delicious and a perfect start in the day. We felt at home!

Joelle

Published Feb 19, 2020

One of the friendliest and cleanest places

The host met us with an ice cold glass of water which we so needed. The host was very excited to show us around the cabin and extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very nice wonderfully displayed. Host really made you feel at home!

Christopher

Published Jan 25, 2020

Feels like staying with friends QZ al

Dan and Sue were not only good hosts, but they treat you as a friend. They are kind, thoughtful and helpful... we had an amazing time!

Luis

Published Feb 23, 2020

Paradise in Uvita

Everything!

  • - very friendly and helpful hosts.
  • - room was very clean and very comfortable bed with great a/c
  • - fantastic location. 10 minute walk to the waterfall. Less than 5 minutes walk to a great selection of restaurants.
  • -excellent breakfast
  • -Thank you for a lovely stay!

Neil

Published Jan 4, 2020

Just wonderful. We definitely recommend the B&B, the hosts and Uvita.

Our hosts, Dan and Sue, were just wonderful. We enjoyed talking to them a lot. They helped us getting around and organized restaurants, surf lessons etc. for us. The breakfast was great and different each morning - including delicious fruit bowles. The room was very nice and clean. Everything was just perfect and we very much enjoyed being there for three nights. Thanks a lot to Dan and Sue. We definitely recommend the B&B as well as the great hosts.

Annette

Published Jan 2, 2020

Home away from Home

The hosts were extremely welcoming and accommodating. The gardens were full of flowers and birds with the hummingbirds stopping to pose for you. The cabin was extremely private and comfortable allowing us a great nights sleep. Inside the cabins are like a pine cabin in the woods. The bathroom and shower are clean with good water pressure and hot water. The breakfast was beautifully presented and prepared. This place is highly recommended.

Anonymous

Published Dec 10, 2020

Great lovingly furnished accommodation

Dan, the owner, is super nice if we even met him by chat. But the on-site staff is great as well. Delicious breakfast! The cottage itself is lovingly furnished. A/C and fan work excellently and the beds are super comfortable. You pay a bit more for that, but it's worth it. You can walk to the really great waterfall. There you can also slide down the waterfall. Best to be there right at 8 in the morning. Basically, you can go up directly in the bath kit and only take money and towel with you.

Melleim

Published March 11, 2020

Very nice with authentic, Caribbean flair

This accommodation makes you feel comfortable all around. It immediately gives a good mood, because the hosts and the complex are just great. The proximity to the national park is very convenient. This also wakes you up by the howling monkeys, which add to the crown.The rooms are clean and simply furnished, with plenty of storage space and are cleaned daily.All in all highly recommended.

Cahuita itself is a place where you can absolutely get down.

Andrea

Published March 9, 2020

Very pleasant stay in El Paraiso

We were warmly received by maid Estrella.

She has served us well every morning with good breakfast, the room was clean every day and she is also a very friendly and cordial woman.

Rolando, the property manager, also came by every day to see everything went well and also someone you could have fun and interesting conversations with.

El paraiso is a perfect and peaceful place to stay in beautiful Uvita.

Interesting fact is that at about 800 meters walking there is already a waterfall where you can swim.

We would certainly return to El paraiso.

Christophe

Published Feb 26, 2020

Excellent quiet accommodation

Dan and Sue welcomed us warmly in 2 cabanas in the garden around their house. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, there is not much to say about this accommodation. Terrace with table, chairs and a hammock of course. Nice pergola with 2 tables where breakfast is served.

A waterfall with its bathtubs about a 1/4 hour walk: enough to refresh yourself and take nice photos.

3 restaurants nearby, convenient to eat on foot.

Sébastien31190

Published Feb 12, 2020

Perfect

The rooms are equipped and very comfortable, we loved staying in El Paraiso, too bad it was only for one night!! Helpful and accommodating staff!

Everything was perfect!

Ale&laura

Published Feb 10, 2020

High standard

High standard, very pleasant. Everything was spotless, we have never experienced it so clean in any other accommodation. We felt very comfortable and would have liked to stay longer if our travel plan had allowed.

We only stayed one night, but would have liked cooking facilities for a longer stay.

Jonas

Published Feb 10, 2020

Quiet

The location, our host who was absent, but who by message told us everything, as well as the restaurants, great restaurant across the road, the mosaic, - The waterfall next door, great stopover on our way to Osa, -Our breakfast a little before the time to allow us to take the bus.In short, top

Sylvie

Published Feb 2, 2020

Excellent in every way

Very good location, restaurants nearby, and a sushi restaurant within walking distance. Secure car space with gate.

A very warm welcome by the owners Dan and his wife, a very human american couple with whom we sympathized, caring and good advice for the rest of our trip to Costa Rica, not speaking too much English or Spanish, Dan the owner was kind enough to make some phone reservations for us.The room was very charming, very clean and the bed comfortable, the terrace pleasant with a neat exterior, a nice surprise on our arrival, because it gives better in reality than in the photo.

For breakfast it was good and complete, they take the trouble to ask if there are any intolerances or preferences in advance.

We are delighted to be through this property and delighted to know the owners, we highly recommend it if you go through uvita.

Nicolas

Published Jan 30, 2020

Excellent accommodation

The hosts Dan & Sue are incredibly helpful and accommodating. Since we didn't have our own car, Dan offered to drive us to the beach or wherever. At breakfast you can decide the time yourself. So we always had a perfect breakfast. Your accommodation is very well maintained and the Bungalows very large and clean.

David

Published Jan 20, 2020

Unbelievable people- super smart and nice!

Very good care! We would highly recommend it to anyone! Booking of excursions, info etc, everything perfect, even vegan breakfast! Best Stay ever!

Kai

Published Dec 4, 2020

Wonderful

Dan and his wife are very friendly and helpful - the grounds are very well maintained - the common area invites you to linger

The shower is very difficult to regulate (has fluctuated from 30 to 45 degrees water temperature without touching)

Franziska

Published Nov 28, 2019

Like at home

The hospitality and friendliness of the owners and the quality of the cabin. Its equipment and comfort is one of the best in Costa Rica.

The breakfast was very good.

Emilio

Published Nov 25, 2019

The Paradise

Excellent welcome from Dan and Sue, very kind and attentive, warm wooden chalet, close to amenities as well as the beach and Marino Ballena National Park. Perfect stay!

Jenna

Published Nov 16, 2019

Nice, excellent service but somewhat uncomfortable bed cabin

Mrs. Estrella attended us to our needs regarding the breakfast which was exquisite.

The bed with a cabin was uncomfortable as there is a risk of hitting your head when you get up which happened. We suggest suppressing it mainly when it's only a couple when hiring the bungalow as was our case.

Jaime

Published Oct 11, 2019

Perfect start to our trip

It was all you needed. The log cabin was well equipped and the warm water did a good job in the unfortunately bad weather. The care was attentive but not intrusive and the breakfast very good.

Since we only spent one night here, there is nothing to complain about! All good!

Hans

Published Oct 6, 2019

Chill and relax

Breakfast was amazing. It was delicious !! For dinner we went to a small place in front of the bungalow and the truth that 100% recommended.

Iris

Published Sep 18, 2019

When we return to Units we will stay again in El Paraíso !!

A delicious breakfast, 100% cleanliness and comfort, and Dan, the host, an excellent person, friendly, very attentive, always attentive to the needs of travelers, and essential in the arrangements for activities. It has been a luxury to host him !!

Spend only 2 nights !! I wish we could have stayed more days !!

Joancueto

Published Aug 26, 2019

Unbeatable

The host den is incredible, he made our stay in his place unforgettable... a thousand thanks!!!

Antonio

Published Aug 19, 2019

Best in Uvita!

Dan, our host, was very helpful and flexible, he helped us book things to do and gave us valuable tips about the area. Particularly noteworthy is the great breakfast that Estrella prepared for us. All in all, we can't imagine a better place to stay for a stay in Uvita. Directly opposite is a really delicious restaurant (Mosaic) and a very nice waterfall within walking distance. The bungalow is also very well equipped, clean and comfortable. We did not miss anything. Absolute recommendation!

Moritz

Published Aug 16, 2019

Nice and good hotel

Nice and nice, clean houses. Dan was very kind and helpful. He made sure that we could do a whale tour and we were allowed to have breakfast early and he drove ahead so we did not have to find the way. We were allowed to leave our luggage with him until we got back.

Nice breakfast and opposite a super good restaurant (Mosaic)! The waterfall is easily reachable on foot.

Anja

Published Aug 15, 2019

Quiet and family-friendly B&B, not far from the centre of Uvita.

It is more a B&B than a hostel, but the person who runs it is super attentive, the room spacious and complete, the bed comfortable, and breakfast with pancakes great

If you are looking for a family accommodation, this is the place in Uvita.

Pepe

Published Aug 14, 2019

Wonderful

Perfectly tidy and cosy cabins. The hosts, Dan and Sue were lovely.

Rob

Published Jan 14, 2019

Wonderful

Perfectly tidy and cosy cabins. The hosts, Dan and Sue were lovely.

Rob

Published Jan 14, 2019

Excellent!

The location is great: walking distance from the center of town with a number of nice restaurants and stores, a short walk from a beautiful waterfall where you can swim, and a short drive to beaches, the national park, and more. The facilities are clean and spacious and have a beautiful view of the mountains. The breakfast is tasty (with excellent coffee). Last, but not least, Dan and Sue are amazing hosts. I have rarely encountered such hospitality in my travels. As one of many examples of this hospitality, before I got my own car, Dan was kind enough to drive me to the car rental agency and show me around town in his car. (As a bit of general advice for Uvita, I do recommend getting a rental car because the town and sights are a bit spread out.)

I have nothing negative to say about El Paraiso.

Roland

Published Dec 23, 2019

Exceptional

Cute and comfortable place, it is ideally located. Dan and Sue, the hosts are amazing and so kind. We spent a great journey. We recommend!

Angèle

Published Dec 18, 2019

Great choice we would book again!

The owners of the Hotel and their dog are absolutely Amazing! They are extremly friendly, helpful and make you feel like coming home. The houses are beautiful, well equipped and very clean.We were sad when we had to leave. :)

Lena

Published Dec 9, 2019

Wonderful!

Dan and Sue were such warm and welcoming hosts, they really made it an unforgettable experience.

The cabin was so well thought out, with all the amenities you’d need. Great touch having a hairdryer and coffee machine. There were plates, chopping boards and various bits of cutlery should you need them.

Great location, easy walk to restaurants, don’t miss Mosaic over the road and Sibu was lovely too. The waterfall nearby was just wonderful, as are all the other local attractions. Sunsets on the beach were magical. Uvita is a great place to stay, don’t miss it.

Chantal

Published Nov 27, 2019

The best place ever!

El Paraiso was just lovely. We felt right at home, well taken care of and like we were part of the family right away. Dan and Sue are amazing hosts! They are the perfect mix of accommodating and letting you have your own experiences. I highly recommend staying there! We're so happy we had the opportunity to cross paths with every one and look forward to returning soon. Thank you for making our trip to Costa Rica unforgettable

I didn't like that we had to leave so soon! It was such a wonderful place to be!

Sicily

Published Nov 15, 2019

Wonderful location and a great experience...I would stay there again.

Comfortable room, well maintained landscapes, tasty breakfast prepared on time, friendly staff.

Glen

Published Sep 22, 2019

Great Value, Quality and Service

Love the location, the cleanliness, the great pre-arrival and arrival attention, and the nice condition of the rooms and property. Well kept and all amenities were in working order. Great private feel as we rented both cabins and had the property to ourselves. Wonderful to wake up and see clouds on top of mountain views and hear Howler monkeys in the distance. Peaceful onsite garden and lovely breakfast prepared for us at a convenient time for us.

Some onsite yard workers and nearby neighborhood noises were noticeable in the afternoons, but overall it is a quiet property.

Oschmidt

Published Sep 16, 2019

Exceptional

Excellent hospitality by the host Dan. In addition to giving suggestions about where to eat, what to do etc., he was very friendly and could strike interesting conversations with his guests.

  • - Neatly done wooden cottages
  • - Very spacious room
  • - Spotless clean
  • - Lots of plug points (so important these days)
  • - Keyless entry
  • - Nice porch
  • - Convenient location, close to town center but just off the main road, in a quieter corner
  • - Good breakfast

Pubali

Published Aug 30, 2019

Wonderful little B&B

If you are in Uvita staying here is a must. The little bungalows are wonderful and equipped with a hammock on the verenda so that you can relax after a day out. The cabins are very clean and the whole place is kept very neat.

Dan is a wonderful and very knowledgable host. He has great recommendations for things to do and places to go out and eat in the area.

Breakfast is prepared just for you in the morning.

In the morning you are awakened by the sun and the sound of monkeys. It is just like the name says - a little paradise.

Sandra-natascha

Published Aug 19, 2019

Exceptional

Dan is a fantastic host, very available, at any time. He’ll do his best to have you enjoy your stay. The house is small so there are always few guests and each one counts for Dan. Amazing experience, really.

Hard to say, but nothing

Adrien

Published Aug 13, 2019

A highly recommended site for a gracious welcoming stay in Uvita with an amazing host

The rooms were lovely and very well appointed- we had everything we needed plus excelled wifi. The location was wonderful and easy walking distance to town , waterfalls and restaurants. And the greatest thing about the place is the gracious kind and helpful host, Dan Casey

Anna

Published Aug 4, 2019

Very good location

El Paraiso is very well located in Uvita between the park Marino Bellena and the beautiful Playa Hermosa. There are good restaurants nearby (among them Mosaic) and a supermarket. The bungalows are very clean and confortable and a delicious breakfast was served every morning. Dan was incredibly helpful, he gave us many tips and advises, arranged excursions for us and made sure we were comfortably settled. Thank you so much for everything Dan!

Sonia

Published Aug 2, 2019

Exceptional B&B

Dan was an extraordinary host - he helped us along with our stay in Uvita at any times and was a pleasure to chat with.

The place was neat and super clean, close to a spectacular waterfall, a cute bamboo forest and many good restaurants.

I was surburnt when we arrived and Dan got me some Aloe to heal. We would come back anytime.

Albane

Published July 19, 2019

A must stay if you are in Uvita

Amazingly gorgeous cabins in a lovely secluded area, Dan the host could not be more helpful!!

A hidden Gem

Rosari

Published July 17, 2019

Exceptional

Great location, easy walking distance to town centre but far enough away to be quiet at night. Very helpful and friendly host.

Accommodation was clean, new and well appointed.

Howler monkeys as part of the dawn chorus.

John

Published June 15, 2019

Great choice in Uvita

One of the highlights of my stay in Costa Rica. The cabin was very comfortable with many amenities provided. Shower and airco were good. Nice breakfast changing every day. The owner Dan was great: very helpful and welcoming. He makes you feel at home.

Nicolas

Published April 27, 2019

Exceptional

Very nice and peaceful place to stay in Uvita. The owner, Dan Casey, is a very kind and positive person, who wants to make your stay as best as possible. We had a beautiful cabin with everything in it we needed.

Anne

Published April 25, 2019

El Paraiso is in a great location, tons to do and plenty of good eats!

Dan! Dan is awesome and his recommendations for activities and restaurants were on point! We loved the ambiance, natural woodwork, and cleanliness. The remodeled cabins, and hot water and good pressure! Estrella is nice, attentive, and a great homemade breakfast chef! Dan was sure to check in before hand, had fresh water when we arrived, and the AC on in our room so it was fresh after long travel. Plus when we came with lunch leftovers, he reheated the food and plated it! They also checked if we had food allergies, which was very considerate! Would for sure stay again!

Lack of ventilation in the bathroom. We recommend a mesh screen on the window or a fan. All other windows have mesh screens, no worries.

Monica

Published April 20, 2019

Exceptional

This was a great experience. The owner Dan goes out of his way to make sure you have everything you need. He even showed me a club that I would've never found myself that had the best music and ambiance. El Paraiso is just down the road from a waterfall and everything is super close. Most importantly, it had hot water which I came to really appreciate after staying at a couple of other places! I think half the experience of a vacation is seeing what's not on the top 10 list. He did a really great job of letting you know what was off the beaten path and introducing you to what the lifestyle is really like. It was a fantastic place to stay and I would recommend it to anyone looking to visit the Uvita area.

John

Published April 16, 2019

Great place to relax in Uvita

The place was very clean and so pretty. The grounds are immaculately groomed. We enjoyed sitting on the porch in the evening after it cooled off. There’s a very nice wine bar and restaurant just across the road.

This is not really a dislike.....We had never been to the area so we thought we would be closer to the beach. My fault for not researching enough. This wasn’t a problem really, as we had a car but if you’re on foot it is a bit far.

Vivian

Published March 27, 2019

Exactly what we needed and more!

Such an amazing place to stay! Perfect for all year round but especially Envisions Festival. Within walking distance to the center of town and the rooms were beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Everyone on staff was super helpful and we were greeted with yummy breakfast every morning. Would absolutely recommend to anyone going to Uvita!

Makenzi

Published March 6, 2019

We loved the place! Dan Casey has a GEM in Uvita!

The staff, Rolando and Estrella, are wonderful!! They were very attentive to our needs, and Rolando gave great advice on local highlights. Estrella's English is spotty, my Spanish is not good at all, and my gf Pat's Spanish is passable, but Estrella is efficient and quick with her phone's translator. Of course, you can also use yours, LOL!

The rooms are air-conditioned, clean, and cleaned every day. Laundry service is available for a nominal fee. Appliances are modern. The grounds are well-manicured and beautiful. Breakfast, served by Estrella, was delicious - fruit, eggs, toast, coffee, juice, etc. The water is potable right from the tap, fresh from the mountains!

The location is perfect. Just a few minutes' walk from Uvita center, it's quiet but close enough to get to restaurants (the Mosaic, across the street, is delightful), shops, groceries, pharmacy, the bank.... Nice view of the mountains from the front of our place. I would recommend renting a car to get to destinations (and there are MANY!!) away from town. I used Adobe in Uvita (call ahead). I would also recommend getting a 4x4/AWD vehicle because once you get off the main highway, roads go to dirt quickly. They were quite passable in the dry season, but some were bumpy and steep.

For photos, look at the website. WYSIWYG!

I would love to go back - it's on the bucket list for sure. I could go on and on, but I truly cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay.

There was nothing we did not like.

Jeffrey

Published Feb 23, 2019

Gorgeous small hotel that is welcoming and comfortable.

The room and garden are extremely well maintained and picturesque with the owners, Danny and Sue, clearly having taken great care in creating a welcoming environment. The bed is extremely comfortable, so you are guaranteed a good nights sleep and the breakfast is excellent.

The fact that we were only able to spend one night there.

Carl

Published Jan 28, 2019

Grea hosts and very nice room

Dan and Sue are amazing hosts. They are very friendly and give great insights about the region (nice beaches, restaurants, tours, etc). Before we arrived, we were even asked whether we would like to find drinks in the fridge. And on our second day, we even had dinner with them.

Also, the room was very nice and clean and we didn‘t miss anything. In case we will return to Uvita, we will definitely stay at El Paraiso again.

Marco

Published Jan 15, 2019

Easy, fun and to be recommended to all

Personnal friendly service, best we've had in Costa Rica! Great location with two amazing restaurants and the Uvits waterfall all in walking distance

Adam

Published Dec 23, 2018

Easy, fun and to be recommended to all

Personnal friendly service, best we've had in Costa Rica! Great location with two amazing restaurants and the Uvits waterfall all in walking distance

Adam

Published Dec 23, 2018

Elparaiso