February 24–March 3, 2018
Wow! This week is the first time all of my brothers and sisters have been together for a whole week. I think the last time was around 1975 or ’76. Yes, all eight of us! We are truly blessed and to top it off, the view, rooms, food, staff, all first-class treatment. It was truly a very relaxing week. We all looked forward to hearing the Dinner bell! 5-star food every meal! Our memories of this week will stay with us forever. Thanks for making it the “best vacation ever!”
-- Brad and Barb Gerke

November 25, 2017
Thank you for a wonderful experience! We spent the week here with family, 12 of us in total, and it was amazing! It was our first time in Costa Rica and it won’t be our last. Thank you for your hospitality, beautiful amenities and wonderful food. It was one of our best vacations ever.
-- Robert, Kristen and Jacob Caldwell.

What a wonderful week it was here at Villa Paraiso! We spent the week here with my brother’s family and my sister’s family and will have beautiful memories from our visit to last a lifetime. The accommodations and the staff were fabulous! The meals were absolutely delicious and the drinks were perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our weeklong experience here and can’t wait to return to Costa Rica!
-- The Marino family

July 22–29, 2017
With a family of 10 and four friends, we begin discussing and then booking our weekend at Villa Paraiso nine months ago. We read about the all-inclusive features which included the horseshoe shaped luxury villa, large infinity pool, three meals a day, and a talented 5-star staff. Over the next nine months our excitement grew and grew as we look forward to this week together. Tonight, we have just finished our incredible, last dinner together. Our talk around the table can be summarized with this statement: Damaris, Chema, Susana, Candida and Allan have redefined all-inclusive as being more than features but being together with them as of special family. We have been blessed.
-- The Malfitano Family

June 17, 2017
This was a great week for the 14 of our family. When you are here they treat you amazing. They cook, clean, and serve you. Some of my favorite things were watching Jennifer cook all of us breakfast, playing volleyball in the pool, and laughing with all my family. It was amazing sitting at a square table being able to talk to everyone. Chema gets you any drink and he will even bring them right to the pool for you. Costa Rica Villa Paraiso is the best place ever.
-- Kennedy, Beth Benson-Heth Group

Thanks again to the amazing staff for making this a fabulous vacation. This year I fulfilled a dream and brought my whole family to experience my favorite place. Many thanks and Pura Vida! Hope to see you all again!
-- Beth Benson-Heth

Thank you for giving me drinks, doing the laundry, and cooking, serving my/our food. Everyone who worked here was so nice! Have fun continuing your job and doing things you like to do.
-- Ava (the girl with dark brown hair)

Had an amazing time. Thank you Chema, Jennifer, and the rest of the staff. Such a wonderful time. Pura vida!
-- Justin

This has been the best vacation I have ever had. Thanks to all the staff for spoiling us so much. I’m very sad to say goodbye but I will come back. Pura vida!
-- Nancy Kosmoski

March 25–April 1, 2017
Wow!! Where has the week gone? First time to Costa Rica and this place is amazing. The staff were great and catered to our every need. The food for every meal was prepared to perfection. Villa Paraiso has the most beautiful view of Ocotal Bay and the sunrise was gorgeous every morning. It was difficult to leave the Villa, but we did swim in the ocean, zip line, shop, and take a boat on the river. Thank you so much for making my first trip to Costa Rica unforgettable and thanks again to this wonderful staff. Chama, DeMaris, Susana and others for making our stay comfortable.
-- Sarah, Michelle, Evan, and Makiah

March 4–11, 2017
We had a wonderful week with our family to celebrate our parents 50th anniversary! Great tours from Sunset Cruz, horseback riding, zip lining, mud baths, and nature cruise. The staff was excellent and the food great! Loved relaxing and playing in the in the pool. Thank you for everything. Hope to return!
-- Gerald, Rose, and Gerald Jr., Brian, Susan, Katie, Lucy, Drew

February 17, 2017

In memory of Bob and Kitty Cox and Larry Ambrosek.

The Cox family had an amazing week here. Outstanding view, beautiful facility, wonderful food, exceptional service. Couldn’t ask for better staff. Chema, DeMaris, Kelsey, and Susanna were just perfect! Perfect place for a family reunion.
-- Donna Boak, Sutherlin, OR

January 28–February 4, 2017
Thank you for a week of wonderful hospitality at Villa Paraiso! Perfect weather, views, sailing, zip lining, and massages! Loved every minute! Awesome week.
-- Jay and Karen

Thank you to the staff at Villa Paraiso. You help make a weeklong of lifetime memories. Muchas Gracias.
-- Phil and Audry, Dawsonville, GA

Thank you to the staff of the Villa Paraiso. This was our second visit here and everything was as perfect as the first time. Damaris, Chema, and Susannah made our stay welcoming and relaxing. Alan was a great guide on our excursions and made sure we were well cared for! I will miss all of you and I hope it is not another five years before I return.
-- El and Keith Morris, Dawsonville, GA

October 29, 2016
Muchas Gracias! to the amazing staff at Villas Paraiso! Your hospitality has been more than generous. Thank you for all your hard work to make our time in Costa Rica so special. The Don Bosco tour was excellente! And if you’re up for some adventure make sure you raft… take the adventure tour and jump off the cliff. Pura Vida!
-- Lisa, Brian, Bob and Michelle Young

September 10, 2016
We had such an amazing time! I’m so sad to pack up and leave. The setting provided the perfect place to propose to the love of my life! I have memories for a lifetime. Thank you so much Chema, Damaris, and Susana for the hospitality and smiles. Thank you for the memories of a lifetime that we’ll never forget. Pura Vida!
-- Jimy and Lyndsey, Seabrook, TX

There is no way to express the gratitude we feel for the beauty and experience on our friend vacation at the Villas. There were breathtaking views around every corner and the staff went far beyond our expectations. There was never a time during our stay in which we wanted or needed anything more. Additionally, every person we met happily answered our questions and taught us about the culture and life here in Costa Rica. Our group made many memories that we’ll forever hold dear. We hope this is a tradition we continue for many years and that in our travels we find ourselves back at the Villa surrounded by beauty and the excellent care you so generously provided. With much love, thank you and Pura Vida! Chema, Demaris, and Susana are the best!
-- Melissa and Matthew Baccus, League City, TX

August 6, 2016
Super! Simply perfect! Superb!
Awesome! Awfully good! Amazing pool!
Nothing better! Nature's best!
Astonishing staff! Thanks Chema, Demaris, Reina, Susana :-)
Never hungry or thirsty!
Terrific pina coladas! Tremendous service!
Oh so exciting ziplining!
Night skies breathtaking!
Incredible wildlife - iguanas & monkeys & crocs, oh my!
Outstanding beaches and river excursion!
-- Marcy Niemlier, Debbie Krucish, Sylvia Cehe, Louise & Gorman Sakula, Kathy & Ralph Beaman , Ruth & Bob Lanneau, Boerne, TX

April 2–7, 2016
Wow!! It's our last night here and we are all sad to leave! The crew here was AMAZING!! All so friendly and accommodating every moment!! They became our family this week. We had 13 people here (6 adults, 7 children) and enjoyed everything!! Always smiling!! We don't want to leave. We are about to blow up your Facebook page with pictures of our awesome time!! Muchas gracias!! We love you!!
-- The Morlans, the Tiltons, the Daloneys, Marietta, GA

January 30–February 6, 2016
Paradise. This was a perfect venue for the "couple's retreat." Everything was perfect! Staff is amazing!
-- The DeLaForests, Deutschs, the Quaintances, the Ericksons, the Hellemanns, Excelsior, MN

Riverboat tour is a must see for nature wildlife. Don Bosco could not be beat. Sunset cruise, warm Pacific coast water, spectacular vista. Will definitely come back.
--Tony & Anita Deutsch

The homemade birthday cake that Demaris made was very special!
--D & M DeLaForest

January 2016
So very sad to leave this beautiful abode! We had a fabulous time - the house is a dream and the services spectacular, especially the cook! Meals were fantastic. Hope to return in the near future.
-- The Peakes, the Edmundsons, the Johnsons, the Maynards, Flowery Branch, GA

January 16–23, 2016
Thanks to all the wonderful villa staff for making us feel welcomed and well cared for during our stay. The service was second to none. Excellent sightseeing tours, delicious food prepared to our dietary needs, rooms cleaned daily - all provided by warm, smiling folks! Paradise for sure!
-- Ginny & Bill

This was a great first trip to Costa Rica, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. Thank you for everything.
-- David & Pam

January 10–15, 2016
We had an awesome week! Staff was very friendly and made the week that much better. To top off a great week, my boyfriend proposed! Thanks for everything!
-- The Cook Family & Friends, Houston, TX

September 27–October 3, 2015
Could not have been a more beautiful vacation ñ starting with a wonderful staff, magnificent weather, amazingly beautiful countryside, and comfortable accommodations! We depart rested and happy and committed to return again soon! Thanks to Steve and his top-notch team who made it all happen! An unforgettable experience. Until we meet again Pura Vida! What an awesome week! Thanks to Chema, Damaris, & Susana.
-- Fettig, Morey, Baddley, & Miller families from Omaha, NE

September 12–19, 2015 
Muchas gracias for an awesome week of unadulterated fun in the sun. The villa, the staff, the food, the view, were all magnificent. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!!!
Until next time, because we will be back! Pura Vida!
-- Jenkins, Harris, Perry, & Kary families from Atlanta, GA; Jones family from Birmingham, AL; Lewis family from Meridian, MS

January 27–February 3, 2018
We booked this trip so long ago and didn’t think much about it with our crazy busy lives. It almost snuck up on us and when we walked through the door, we were in awe of the incredible view! Better than the pictures and a week later, it’s still not getting old.   Chema, Damaris and Susana took excellent care of us and we’re fighting over which of us can take them back home with us. Our favorite things/meals:
Sarah Melms – Don Bosco sunset sail, pork chops and rum punch!
Cara Marren – zip line, Don Bosco, every meal and dessert, and rum punch
Kim Schimmel – the view, amazing pool, and the great staff
Beth Daffin – rum punch, sunset cruise, and the food!

October 15, 2017
As always, a wonderful place to be Costa Rica and Villa Paraiso thanks to Kim and Susanna did Maria and Jamie for being so good to us.
-- Edi Guyton and Narl Davidson

Muchas Gracias! This was our second visit here and not our last, we hope. Pura vida, Costa Rica!
-- Mary and Tom

We’ve had a wonderful time you are very gracious and have made us love, love Costa Rica many thanks.
-- Bob and Ginny Baxley

What a glorious week! Muchas gracias for all the help, delicious food and kindness. We have lovely memories to take back to Tennessee.
-- Ann Watson and Joe Johnson

July 15–22, 2017
Thank you for a wonderful experience here in your country. Our family vacation was amazing because of this beautiful villa and staff. Thank you for everything! We will never forget this trip
-- The Baddley Family

Thank you so much for a wonderful week. We had so many great experiences in your country. Everyone is so nice. A special thank you to the Villa staff for making the week extra special. You are all such nice and friendly people and we loved your smiles all day long
-- Holly, Robbie and John Baddley

What a beautiful country. Thank you so much for making us feel so welcome. We will have many memories from this trip.
-- Chuck, Kristy and Family, Medina, OH

Our fourth visit to Paraiso. We return to this gorgeous piece of God’s wonderful creation with our children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, 21 of us total, and no one was disappointed. Thank you for making our week together one that we will remember for the rest of our lives. We feel like the staff is truly part of our family. Our heartfelt thanks to Steve and his excellent ensemble. It will be hard to go back and step out of this beautiful dream! Pura Vida!
-- Chuck and Betty Baddley, Omaha, NE

April 16–23, 2017
Muchas Gracias for the best 60th birthday celebration a person could ask for! Loved the amazing view and the wonderful staff! My birthday dinner was especially wonderful. This was our first trip to Costa Rica and I hope to come back for more adventures. We enjoyed snorkeling, sailing, zip lines, ATVs, and shopping in the little town. Great memories were made and will be remembered forever. Sylvia made fabulous family photos for us on the beach at sunset! The Villa Paraiso was perfect for our group of eight. Thanks again.
-- Candy, Tina, Tasca, and Anthony, Whitney, Alan, Jackie and Aria

March 18–25, 2017
An 80th birthday celebration for Priscilla Taylor with her husband Don and our entire family of 17 people. This is our third time at the Villa Paraiso and it has not lost its charm with a great kitchen staff who sing all morning long while providing the most amazing food! We’ve had a week of beachy drinks served pool side, zip lining, river cruise with the crocs and monkeys, deep-sea fishing. Kim caught a 40 pounds snapper plus a cooler full of various other fish – awesome time scuba, snorkeling at Ocotal Beach everyone loved. Shopping in Cocoa Beach what was a wonderful experience to learn about Costa Rican $$$!
-- Priscilla and Dan Taylor, Dawsonville, GA

We had a wonderful we care for my mom’s 80th birthday celebration. It was fantastic! The food was amazing, the staff were very attentive, helpful and courteous, and kind. I would totally recommend Villa Paraiso to anyone. Thank you so much – Keep up the great work!
-- Brad and Colleen Taylor, Birmingham, AL

Muchas Gracias to the entire staff at the entire staff at Villa Paraiso; your warm hospitality and kindness for our family was deeply appreciated. With wonderful food, an unbelievable setting, and lovely accommodations, this has been a fabulous week! Great staff, they made the trip fantastic. Best wishes!
-- Curtis, Erin, Curt, Holton, Marshall Taylor, Birmingham, AL

This week was so amazing here at Villa Paraiso, truly a vacation paradise. The staff was great, with amazing food and always a friendly smile while serving great piña coladas. So much fun celebrating my mother’s 80th birthday! We will definitely be back! All the best.
-- Keith, Kimberly, Julia, Sarah and Jessica Taylor

February 11, 2017
Thank you so much! This was our first trip to Costa Rica. Villa Paraiso was perfect for our group. Damaris, the food was excellent. Chema, you were so accommodating. Susanna, thank you for cleaning up after us and doing our laundry. We will always remember this trip!
-- The Krisnees Group

December 12, 2016
Thank you for the memories of a lifetime. We’ll never forget. The staff at Villa Paraiso were great! Would come back in a heartbeat. Everything was wonderful.
-- Tom and Sue Sedlacek

December 16, 2016
Can’t say enough about the staff. Absolutely fantastic! So attentive – great food too! Awesome vacation!
-- Marty and Carolyn

Wonderful vacation for all 25 of us. Could not have chosen a better place for a family vacation.
-- June West

Beautiful villa - wonderful staff - awesome memories. Thank you.
-- Laura Neal

Amazing vacation at Villa Paraiso! We had a wonderful week here with our family. The view amazing, the staff was incredible, and we wanted for nothing. Thanks so much for such a memorable week!
-- Penny and Matt

October 1–8 2016
Whales! One of our highlights was the whale sightings, both from Villa Paraiso and during the sunset cruise. Thirteen of us from Nebraska and Colorado enjoyed a wonderful week here at the Villa making new friends and renewing old friendships. We are grateful for the opportunity to explore Costa Rica. We appreciate the hard work of the staff providing delicious meals and taking care of all our needs!
-- Sue and Arlin, Craig and Kathy, Karen and John, Chuck and Betty, Rock and Anna, Denise and Mark, and Marietta

April 16–22, 2016
Another fabulous stay at this incredible villa. As usual, the service and food was incredible. Thank you for keeping such high standards. It is so nice to return (trip #5) and see the smiling faces of the staff we have come to know and appreciate so much. Muchas gracias!
-- Lois Frissell, Monroe, GA

Thank you so much to Demaris, Chema, Susana! The service, food and everything you all did for us has been wonderful. We all had a great time. I will definitely be back.
-- Jeannie Fulp, Alpharetta, GA

What a wonderful trip for my first trip to Costa Rica. Chema, Demaris and Susana were wonderful. The food and drinks were awesome. So happy that Beth Heth invited me to come! As we say in Gainesville, GA, JAPDiP (just another perfect day in paradise). Loved every moment.
-- Joyce Shaffer, Gainesville, GA

Another fabulous week in paradise! Thank you so much for taking care of our group of ladies this week! The food and services was perfect. Chema, Demaris and Susana - so awesome to see you all again. We have felt like your family. Again the ziplining and Don Bosco were wonderful! Thank you, Francisco, for spoiling us! Maybe Iíll be back for #6!! Love to all!
-- Beth Benson-Hesh, Duluth, GA

This was my second trip to Villa Paraiso! The only complaint I have is our week went by too fast. Chema, Demaris and Susana took care of our every need and more. They were always smiling. They were warm, friendly and courteous. Our group of ladies laughed, cried, talked, ate and drank together in the paradise known as Costa Rica! I would not change one moment of this trip. It was AWESOME!
-- Teresa Rump, Union Springs, AL

This was my second trip to Costa Rica and Villa Paraiso. The staff at this villa never disappoints - Chema, Demaris and Susana. They were fabulous! I hope to be back for trip #3!
-- Lisa Nash, Monroe, GA

Everything I come (#4) you never disappoint me. Chema, Demaris and Susana, you all are awesome. Francisco, you do job taking care of us. Back home, I never stop talking about this place. Thank you!
-- Linda Scolameio, Cumming, GA

I was sad packing my suitcase to leave to leave today! My first experience in Costa Rica was simply fantastic. The smiles, drinks, food, having my laundry done, etc. was amazing and very much appreciated. Thank you to Chema, Demaris and Susana for the hospitality all week! I would definitely keep this location on my vacation list! Also, I have to thank Beth Heth for organizing the trip and inviting me!
-- Debbi Aery, Lady Lake, Florida

January 3–10, 2016
Thank you for an amazing time. We can't wait to come back.
-- XOXO The Cummins Family

Thank you for making my 70th birthday celebration with my family a very special time.
-- Joan Kelly

Thank you for the most amazing trip ever!! The staff was incredible and most accommodating to our large group.
-- Dave & Mare Gunzenhauser, Brick, NJ

Thanks. All the crew was wonderful. Will come back soon!
-- John & Mimi Kelly and Family

Thank you for your hospitality, constant smiles and memories for a lifetime. We cannot wait to come back and visit!
-- Jini, Meagan, Cali & Skylar MacConchie

Thank you for a wonderful time, best vacation ever! The staff was amazing. We'll be back. :-)
-- Barb & Denny Cahill