There's nothing I didn't like.

The location was great. Right near the beach and not far from other beaches. I absolutely loved the beautiful plants on the property. Private room balcony with kitchen amenities that were outside, which I loved. Place to park your car if you have rental. The pool was amazing. I will book again if in CR.

Stayed in August 2025

Not a thing - everything was perfect, peaceful, serene. Just what we needed.

What makes Casa Papito a 10 out of 10? It's the owners, Charlotte and Daniel. Gracious, welcoming, and always checking to ensure everything is right. When we arrived, Daniel greeted us with homemade bread and homemade mango jelly. Where else does this happen? Only at Casa Papito!

Stayed in July 2025

Where to start to describe how wonderful our stay was - the house is just fantastic : large, clean rooms, super decent (canadian/swiss made … as the owner is swiss) and the swimming pool is gorgeous - the host : daniel was just fabulous , giving tips, baking bread, sharing beach gear, telling stories, … the world would be a better place with more people like him - the location : playa potrero is a bit more quiet than the surrounding playas (depends on your liking off course) … 200m and you walk onto the beach If we revisit costa rica, Casa Papito will definitely be booked again

Stayed in July 2025

It’s a resort on a small scale, very high quality. The host, Daniel, was very kind and interesting in a good way. You get to park behind an electronic gated fence as well. Restaurants are close by car and one is a short walking distance.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing, everything was lovely.

Casa Papito is a true hidden gem in the heart of Playa Potrero. This charming homestay combines comfort, hospitality, and a prime location, making it an ideal relaxing getaway. With access to secure parking and a separate entrance, it provided my husband, baby, and I both privacy and the extra bonus of knowledgeable, multilingual locals just steps away. From the moment we arrived, the warmth of the hosts, Charlotte and Daniel, set the tone for an exceptional experience. Their genuine hospitality and attention to detail, not to mention Daniel's delicious homemade bread, made us feel right at home. Our room was spacious, well-equipped, and thoughtfully designed, including an extra-large private terrace, fully stocked kitchen, and cozy furnishings (dining set, hammock, lounge chairs and more). We were surrounded by beautiful, native vegetation, which almost gave a treehouse feeling to the accommodation. The property is perfectly situated, just a short stroll away from restaurants, Potrero Beach, and excellent cafes -Nita is simply lovely and you might just meet the namesake :) There is also a saltwater swimming pool, which we greatly enjoyed for a morning dip, as well as to cool off after a day of exploring. After such a wonderful experience, this will be our go-to spot when visiting Guanacaste.

Stayed in May 2025

The space is big enough for three adults. Even the temporary twin bed was surprisingly comfortable. We only used the kitchen to make coffee but it’s well equipped. The terrace is enormous. The whole place is immaculately clean and maintained, built with quality materials. We enjoyed the soothing international vibe of the “house music” which was a nice option. It feels like you’re staying in the trees, very tranquil. The hosts are so warm! They even offered us to use their compressor to fill our semi-flat tire.

Stayed in April 2025

Not the fault of the owners, but the area is currently undergoing a lot of development which causes a lot of construction traffic with large trucks that you can hear and see from the patio passing on the main road. It takes away from the otherwise peaceful atmosphere.

Lovely property owned by wonderful retired couple. Hosts are amazing and welcoming. Recommend checking out gyrocopter tour if you can. Close proximity to Potrero beach and easy access (by car) to nearby Guanacaste beaches. House is well made and accommodation is very spacious with a large outdoor property if you can stomach the heat.

Stayed in April 2025

Really had no complaints. They were very accommodating and we had everything we needed.

The location in Playa Potrero was a great home base and a more relaxed feel than the larger beaches nearby. The hosts are outstanding people and really made the stay exceptional with their kind and friendly approach. The very stylish private studio and patio with kitchenette were perfect for soaking up the beach sun and breezes.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

The owners Daniel and his wife Charlotte were very helpful and a pleasure to converse with. The accòmmodation was wonderful. Very short walk to a great beach. 11/10 rating

Stayed in March 2025

Everything is good

Location is excellent and the apartment is clean and comfortable. Charlotte and Daniel are excellent hosts!

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing

Huge room, outdoor kitchen, lovely warm pool, very friendly. Cool lights in room and piped music

Stayed in February 2025

Excellent accommodation in the village of Potrero. The apartment is amazing size having huge patio with open kitchen area. Inside of the apartment you can find spacious living/sleep room and huge shower/wc area. There is a small pool were you dip and cool down. The hosts, David and Charlotte, were charming and warm persons. The only disappointment was that we stayed only one night in this lovely place. So if you plan to visit this nice and small town I recommended to stay few nights in this lovely apartment.

Stayed in January 2025

First of all our wonderful hosts Charlotte and Daniel made us feel so welcome and comfortable. This is a lovely place to come back to at the end of your day of adventure or to just hang out at. It had everything we needed in the large room and kitchen. Extras like beach chairs and cooler were a nice touch. Daniel even treated us to some of his home made bread and marmalade. I would highly recommend Casa Papito!

Stayed in January 2025

Spacious, clean room and terrace with a fully equipped kitchen. Warm and clean pool that we had to ourselves during our stay. Very welcoming and responsive hosts that are always ready with any extra items, local advice and even a great chat.

Stayed in December 2024

The warm welcome and the room were exceptional, I only wish I had more time there, one night is definitely not enough to enjoy this beautiful place.

Stayed in December 2024

Absolutely loved this studio! The balcony offers stunning ocean views, and the pool is perfect for a refreshing swim. It's great to know that pets are allowed, as my dogs had a blast too. The host was incredibly welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend for a beach getaway! Coming back soon

Stayed in December 2024

I really cannot think of anything. And trust me, that never happens;)

I can't recommend Papitos enough. EVERYthing about this gem of a home was to the 9s( or 10s,). From the hosts, who were so accommodating and gracious, even taking us on a sunset beach tour in their golf cart (!!) and sharing their recipe for Christmas cookies they gifted us with, to the pool and gardens, to the proximity to beautiful Playa Potrero and the community. We even had beach towels. beach chairs, and an umbrella in our room for our use. Papito's host even curated a lovely tranquil music mix to listen to through the amazing speaker system in our room.

Stayed in December 2024

Definetely a hidden gem fitting the category of a real boutique acoomadation Very large ,spacious and top quality installation and even refreshed by a saltwater swimming pool after a hot sunny beach day But what tops it all are the ownersCharlotte and Daniel with their very open and heartfelt hospitality and welcome You just feel that home away from home vibe and all we can say is thank you for sharing such a happy time together Stay healthy you both continue shining and we are looking forward to see each other again Vielen herzlichen Dank Un Abrazo

Stayed in December 2024

I can't think of anything that I did not like.

The home and location are exceptional. We did swim in the pool and the temps were just right. Our room had a mini split AC unit so we could adjust the temps to our liking. The size of the room is quite large, approx. 100 sq ft, with our king bed a table and chairs, complimentary Wi-Fi and music. A quick walk to the beach and many shops and restaurants within close proximity, many within walking distance. The beach is very nice, and I even saw cows on the beach, first time for that! The room had beach chairs and towels for us to utilize. The outdoor kitchen has all the supplies you need and if anything is lacking the host would make sure you receive it. Also, outside were a couple loungers if you just want to lay back and listen to the rain. The host are a 10+, Charlotte and Daniel, provided us with great information about this location as well as the surrounding area, simply put the hosts enhanced our stay tremendously. We forgot our bag when going home and they met us on the highway with the bag, so we did not have to drive the whole way back, which allowed us to make our scheduled flight departure time. If you're in the Potrero area I highly recommend a stay at Casa Papito!

Stayed in November 2024

Best place to stay in Surfside, huge, very confortable room, fully equiped kitchen, nice pool. The bnb has only two rooms if you are lucky enough to get one, go! The hosts Daniel aka Papito, and Charlotte are awesome people.

Stayed in October 2024

Nice and large clean room with big balcony (and a drying rack, always helpful in rainy season). Easy walk to the restaurants (with a wide range of selection) and to the beach. The salt water pool was very relaxing and we felt good to be able to park inside the residence. The owners were very welcoming with a lot of good tips and advice. We appreciated the foldable shares they were offering for our sunset on the beach of Playa Penca. The next day was, unfortunately, an easy 1h20mn to the Liberia airport. An address where we would like to come back and stay longer.

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing - it was darn near perfect!

Absolutely wonderful stay - without a doubt one of the best lodging experiences we have ever had. The place is very nice - super clean, great amenities (pool, fully stocked outdoor kitchen, comfy beds, secure parking, etc.). The place is an easy walk to the beach, a number of good restaurants, and a great brewery. The hosts were absolutely fantastic people that made the stay truly amazing. I won't list all the nice things they did, as I don't want to set expectations too high! I guarantee they will make you feel like family and do everything they can to make your stay exceptional. Highly, highly recommend if you are visiting anywhere near Potrero!

Stayed in September 2024

Very clean and the location is perfect.

Stayed in June 2024

The hospitality and service was 11 out of 10! The owners are so kind and hospitable and have created such a stunning B & B. The rooms are beautiful, spacious, and clean. Our whole experience from start to finish at Casa Papito was incredible. Couldn't recommend Casa Papito enough!

Stayed in May 2024