What Our Guests Are Saying About villa Isla Azul
February 6 - February 2.13.24
Miles Group of 9, Ridgefield, WA
My husband and I were at one the of the Costa Rica Villas 7 years ago with a group from Texas. Everything was so wonderful that we often talked about it. We were describing our experience to a group of 7 friends about a year ago in Washington, and they all decided they wanted to go. I contacted Steve, the manager for the properties, who is great and easy to work with. He, along with Kay, are extremely responsive and take care of all of the details of your stay.
Within a couple of days, we were all booked. We immediately started worrying that maybe we had praised it too much and our friends would have unrealistic expectations. Well, we just returned and ALL expectations were met and exceeded. We didn’t have any reason to worry. Although this was a different villa (smaller), Villa Isla Azul was even better than the first one where we had stayed.
First, the view was absolutely breath-taking and it would be very hard to beat. We had a great view from everywhere, although the one from the pool was our favorite. The pool was the best ever, with its negative edge, but also because there was always some shade and sun. For the sun worshippers in our group, that was perfect, but for those of us that needed some shade, we could enjoy it as well.
Although the villa itself was a perfect set-up, what made it the best was the staff. Maria prepared the house perfectly for our arrival and kept it immaculate the entire time. Both our chef, Yamileth, and our bartender, Antonio, catered to our needs and wants from 7:00 to 7:00. The meals were all delicious and presented as if were eating in a 5 star restaurant. Antonio always helped her in between making and serving us our frozen beverages. It didn’t take long for us to realize our favorite was his Antonio speciale, which had bananas, pineapple, strawberries and rum. The best part was he always greeted us and served us with a beautiful smile. The week was truly paradise, and it was very difficult to say good-bye to our new friends. We are back home now but our memories will keep us happy until we can return.
April 1 - April 8, 2023
Thank You for Villa Azul and the Best Spring Break Yet!
Hi Kay and Steve – We had an amazing time at Villa Azul last week! Antonio and crew spoiled us to death, and I’m quite sure all adults came back several pounds heavier. We were able to get an equal amount of adventure and relaxation. And we all loved the new dog!! We woke up one morning to about a dozen howler monkeys in the mango tree (I think they were mangos, but the tree next to the drive way.)
McCarthy Group of 11 from Atlanta, GA
February 9, 2020
Just got back and had a wonderful time!!! First, the views from the pool are terrific.
More important is the staff was awesome. Yama’s cooking was as wonderful and better than most restaurants. Her smile every morning was the start to another great day. Antonio took great care of everything. Maria did laundry everyday for us and kept up with our mess.
This was one of our best trips!
John
March 17, 2018
We had the best vacation ever! The service was wonderful and the food was fantastic. Our family made memories of a lifetime. Thanks for being part of that! We’ll be back.
-- Nathan and Sierra Mullinax, Sheridan, WY
P.S. Thanks for helping to get good medicine for us when our little one was sick!
This vacation was amazing! Thanks for taking care of me. The food was delicious and the service was great. Thanks for the chips and guacamole.
-- Anna Mullinax
This trip has been an absolute blast. The service and hospitality have been tremendous. Also, the snorkeling trip was amazing.
-- Matt Mullinax
Antonio and the crew were amazing. We felt like kings here at Villa Azul. We hope to come back from many more adventures.
-- Seth Mullinax
This trip here with Antonia and his gang was amazing. We were treated like royalty and they never let us go hungry or thirsty.
-- Luke Mullinax
July 30–August 5, 2012
Second time visiting is still just as fun, just as beautiful and just as much of a thrill as before. We love it here. We love Antonio, Claudia, Maria, and Allen. We can gladly call them friends. Like to give a shout out to Bill Norman for his support of the Sawnee Woman's Club!
For now... goodbye.
-- Andy, Wendy, Morgan (16), Brook (13), Amy (12) & Johnny (9) Goodrow, Cumming, Georgia
May 6, 2012
We hate to leave this slice of paradise! Truly a "complete" vacation! From the beginning of our girl's week we were pampered by Antonio, Claudia, and Maria! Then came Rosa & Mary for the best massages, facials & nail treatments. There was snorkeling on the beach, cave exploration and sunsets on Antonio's boat with Jose & Michael (the best!). The riverboat cruise with lunch was a real treat. Monkeys (white faced) climbing into the boat, a red mackaw & much more! The Borinquen resort was 5-star -- horseback riding, zipline, mud baths and spa - top of our list! Very professional and top notch lunch and staff. Don't wear anything too tight -- one of our girls split her pants wide open! This week we wanted for nothing! Drinks and food served whenever we wanted. 5-star restaurant here at Villa Isla Azul! The critters at night and during the day were entertaining. Raccoons come in when doors are open, so keep an eye out! Thank you Bill for letting us bid on the beautiful place - you are so generous!
-- Gale Y., Cumming, Georgia
One fabulous place with the most incredible view!! The staff and the food and drinks were amazing!! I enjoyed all the animals (even the raccoons)! My two favorite excursions were the river boat and ziplining in the rain forest!! (Also included riding horses, mud bath, mineral springs, and steam room heated by volcano :) We will be back!!
--Lynn Maxim, Cumming, Georgia
March 3, 2018
This is the most fantastic vacation we have ever taken. I love the house, the people, views and food. I wouldn’t change one single thing. I feel so blessed to be here. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
What an incredible trip. Everything was five star. Antonia, thank you for all that you did for us. The drinks the service, your smile, everything was so wonderful. Yamileth, the food, OMG, so fresh and oh so good. Your hard work is so appreciated. Candida, thank you for cleaning up after us. Steve, we will definitely come back and will recommend to friends and family. Thanks for letting us hang! By the way, the excursions were top notch. To you all, take care. Hope to see you again.
-- Dan and Kim, Jim and Carol, Paul and Mary
June 23–30, 2012
Everything about this vacation was incredible. The staff here has been top notch and the food was beyond description. We love Costa Rica and plan to come back many times. Our first adventure was the zipline canopy tour, followed with ATV ride to the beaches. The second day our 3 men went fishing. No fish tale - they caught 8 sail fish and 2 mahi mahi. The Don Basco sailing and snorkeling day was most memorable. Thank you for letting us be a part of this amazing paradise!
--Steve Shultz, Cumming, Georgia
--Mary L., Cumming, Georgia
--Tyler & Joanna Shultz, Aiken, South Carolina (Thank you for everything!)
-- Erin Shultz & Kris Hoerler, Athens, Georgia :)
May 26–June 2, 2012
Pura Vida! We had a wonderful week here at Isla Azul and were already plotting our next trip back on the 2nd day we were here! Antonio, Claudia, and Maria were perfect and made our home away from home exceptionally cozy. It was so energizing each morning to step out on the porch and stare at the view we had. Our stay included a boat tour on Antonio's boat; zipline/rafting tour; massages/manis/pedis, and a morning in town -- all of which were unforgettable. We hope to be back sooner than later. Cheers!
-- Paige & Stephen O'Kelley, Charleston, SC
We are all so sad to leave this incredible place to return to the real world. Everything is better in Costa Rica. We snorkeled, went scuba diving, saw monkeys, octopi, sharks, lizards, and relaxed for an entire wonderful week. We've befriended the Villa Isla Azul residential crabs, iguanas, and birds and I know we will miss even them. We will most certainly come back to this gorgeous place.
-- Jeff, Becky, Amanda, JJ Eglen, Mt. Pleasant, SC
-- Thomas R. Haley III, Indianapolis, IN