Featuring quiet street views, Kalawala in Puerto Viejo offers accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. This guest house features free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. The guest house has private entrance. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a coffee machine, an oven, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. There's also a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and kitchenware. At the guest house, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for lunch, brunch, and high tea. Negra Beach is a 11-minute walk from the guest house, while Cocles Beach is 0.8 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Nino International Airport, 29 miles from Kalawala.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Puerto Viejo
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  • Krista
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything is within walking distance, including the beach. Both bedrooms were nice. Kitchen had most of what we needed. Appreciated we could arrive in the middle of the night. Balcony was nice. The bakery below is a gem! We appreciated the...
  • Jean
    United States of America United States of America
    The place is very nice and easy to go in downtown in Beaches
  • Stefano
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Large house. Very well kept with everything you might need. Easy to check in / out. Nice balcony. Situated close to the center of the town and on top of a small bakery with very friendly staff.

Hosted by Tommaso Ribaudo

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Tommaso Ribaudo
Welcome to Kalawala, a four apartment complex in the heart of Puerto Viejo. The two units, one on top of a beautiful Italian bakery and the other right behind it, provide a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, a terrace, A/C, and one bathroom. We will be very happy to host you during your holidays in Puerto Viejo.
I am Tommaso, and we are an Italian family living in Puerto Viejo. My family and I will try our best to make you feel at home in any way we can, and we will be happy to see you at the bakery to enjoy some coffee and pastries!
The houses are in the heart of town, at a walking distance to the supermarket, restaurants, and bars. A jungle trail will lead you to Cocles beach in 10 to 15 minutes. There are multiple places in the nearby area that will offer bikes and motorcycles for rent which can be used to explore the local beaches (Punta Uva, Playa Grande, Arrecife) or the local parks (Manzanillo National Park and Cahuita National Park). I personally recommend visiting the Jaguar Rescue Centre, as it is a vital player in the protection of wildlife in the province of Talamanca. they offer public and private tours in their facilities and private reserve.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Italian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Degustibus Bakery
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kalawala
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash Kalawala accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Kalawala

  • Kalawala has 1 restaurant:

    • Degustibus Bakery

  • Kalawala offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Kalawala may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Kalawala include:

      • Vacation Home

    • Kalawala is 1,800 feet from the center of Puerto Viejo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Kalawala is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Kalawala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.