Reviews of Casa Aba Matapalo
calle n°5, Matapalo, Costa Rica
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Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was delicious and there were lots of options. The owners were so nice and accommodating, they spoke Spanish to us but slowly so we could try and understand, which was great because we were trying to practice our Spanish. The accommodation was super close to the beach which there were not many people so it was great. There was also a sloth named George in the tree out the front which was an awesome suprise! Overall a great stay!
Reviewed: 11 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe breakfasts were excellent. We liked the pool and how it was shaped. We just enjoyed everything
Only thing is maybe the driveway into Aba could be smoother
Reviewed: 6 April 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the spacious Chouchou suite which included a lovely outdoor patio and kitchen. The bathroom was very pretty. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The property was unique and very well maintained.
We liked everything!
Reviewed: 5 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewWe have stayed at Casa Aba Matapalo numerous times, we love Playa Matapalo and Casa Aba. Our suite is always ready and well appointed with everything we need. The pool and surrounding areas are spotless and so comfortable. Playa Matapalo is all about the most amazing beach and sunsets.
No ice cube trays
Reviewed: 25 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewGreat place with a lovely pool. Very close to the fantastic beach. Breakfast was great. All the staff were very friendly. Would have loved to stay longer.
Nothing
Reviewed: 27 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewEasy walk to beach and the beach is wonderful! Bungalows are exceptional. Scarlet Macaw’s everywhere and white face monkeys climbing nearby.
Reviewed: 26 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewAmazing location a minutes walk from a beautiful undeveloped beach in sleepy Matapalo. We had the most wonderful experience on arrival. Almost instantly we saw an Iguana on the roof of the neighbouring room. A capuchin monkey did too and chased the Iguana around the roof before the Iguana jumped off into a hedge! Going downstairs we then saw two slothes in the trees, before heading to the beach and seeing a troop of 50+ monkeys. Was our best nature experience in Costa Rica!! Lovely large room with good facilities too. Highly recommended
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Reviewed: 17 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewLocation was perfect. It was remote and quiet
There is no a/c and so it was a little warm at night although they do have fans. There also are no windows just screens so you hear everything from animals to footsteps.
Reviewed: 30 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe room is very nice, especially the bathroom is very cool.
The temperature of shower water is hard to adjust.
Reviewed: 6 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewBreakfast was excellent and Gallo pinto is going to to become my Breakfast food too! Staff was increadible, Juan Carlos was there all the time to assure we had everything we needed. We felt absolutely comfortable throughout our stay
Cannot come up with anything ...
Reviewed: 4 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewBreakfast was great!! Everything was so fresh!! And flavory!!! Love it
Reviewed: 23 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewEnjoyed the breakfast and that it was made fresh. The pool area and the entire property were excellent. Access to beach was short walk but the area was beautiful and well maintained trail.
Reviewed: 29 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewThe location of the property is fantastic: literally two steps away from the beautiful beach of Matapalo. The pool is very nice too, and very well equipped with showers and sun beds. The staff is very nice and took good care of us. Breakfast was simple but good. We mainly had pancakes and eggs. From the hotel you can easily spot animals like monkeys, iguanas, lizards, crabs etc. Juan Carlos (the owner) takes care of the hotel religiously. Everything is very cleaned and groomed. We had a great stay!
The room was very small
Reviewed: 23 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewClose to the beach, pool, clean rooms, really nice host.
Reviewed: 4 March 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe staff were excellent!
Sometimes “younger” hotel guests had music on too loud!
Reviewed: 27 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewNext to the most beautiful beach in Costa Rica! Very pristine, ideal for long walks. We enjoyed the swimming pool in the evening. We got a room with an outside kitchen with a very comfortable bed.
Breakfast was average, too little variety Sunbeds could be improved
Reviewed: 14 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewPura vida Pura vida I would go here again and recommend to my all friends A lot of animals around. Great beaches across the street Good breakfast with fruit 🍉 delicious eggs 🍳 served to our kichen table
No A/C 😟
Reviewed: 6 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewThe owner is truly nice, he always gives ylu good advice and here for a chat or to help The pool is great Thebarea is fabulous, probably the most beautiful bitch in costa rica and better than any national park for the animals The library is great
Our room was very small and really really hot so not comfprtable to sleep, for the price we were disappointed The woman who did the check in is not welcoming at all, she clearly doesn't like her job