Casa Kalana is one of those places that cannot truly be explained until you finally see it! It provides a calming, beach, surf vibe, while also providing a downright striking display of art and Costa Rican history. When my boyfriend and I arrived, our jaws nearly dropped to the floor.
The home itself was clean and calming. It is one of few places in the area equipped with modern plumbing and strong water pressure (who knew such small things would mean so much around here?!) It was also extremely well maintained; free of clutter, plenty of open space, squeaky clean, and absent of any stray critters running around. I hear that last one is also a rarity!
The location sits a short walk from the gorgeous beach, accessed by a unique trail that truly makes you feel like one of the locals! The waves constantly pump out great surf. Once you’re done shredding the waves, Casa Kalana is only a short walk away from some great restaurants in town, or of course has a gorgeous kitchen with plenty of prep and dining space so you can whip up a post-surf snack.
Now, as amazing as the location and home are, the true gem of Casa Kalana is the host himself, Frank! He takes pride in making sure his guests have an amazing experience and really went above and beyond to do that for us. Whether it was advising on local swim spots, scenic routes, nearby excursions, where to eat, where to shop, or even how to cook some food like the locals, Frank had all the answers! He also took this one step further by coordinating our amazing zip lining, horse back riding, and booze cruise tours! My most hated part of any vacation is stressing myself with all the planning. This time, however, I was able to rest easy while putting Frank at the helm. What a nice, personal touch!
I cannot say enough good things about this location. If you’re looking to stay in a great neighborhood with awesome people, gorgeous views, a prime location, and beautiful home, STAY AT CASA KALANA!