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Reviews of 2 BR Oceanica Ocean View Condo, Walk to Flamingo Beach!

2 BR Oceanica Ocean View Condo, Walk to Flamingo Beach!
100 m norte Flamingo Beach Resort, Guanacaste

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Layne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oceanica 824
Very nice property in a beautiful location. Checkin process was ok, but could be much better (no one available onsite to cover any issues (small or large)). Lights not on in stairwell, night or day. Drip in 2nd bathroom. Bed mattresses were ok, but given the price of the unit, could be better. Otherwise, loved the unit. Best location in Playa Flamingo
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry Carter n., Alexandria VA

Liked: Cleanliness
It's all about the view
In my experience, photos of properties often make them look better than they are. Not with this condo. Someone should have included a photo here of the sunset view from the balcony or from the living room looking out through sliding glass doors. The photo here is a good angle, and a great scene, but the sunset view is to the right of this of what’s in this picture and at the other end of the balcony. The view is spectacular. In fact, when I went to the bank in Playa Flamingo (short walk) to exchange some currency, the teller noted which building we were staying in and she mentioned that it is known for the views. I’d be happy to provide some photos for use here of the sunsets from the balcony. We took hundreds, as it just gets better and better over 45 minutes or so. The sunsets are beyond SPECTACULAR. Now for some nuts and bolts. My wife, son and I spent 20 days there in June/July. There were some glitches or small problems, as will happen with any property, especially one 20 or so years old. And Abigail Arias, our contact for questions etc., was available through WhatsApp to get things done. Example: We immediately went out on the balcony upon arrival, and pulling and pushing the patio door open and shut was like pushing a stalled car. Abigail sent a work crew, and, judging from residue, they shaved metal from the bottom track to get it back in line. Ditto for replacing a shower head that dribbled (albeit large globs) water straight down, rather than outward in a, well, a s
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent stay at our condo. We appreciate your positive comments regarding the stunning sunset views from the balcony. We are glad that Abigail, our dedicated concierge and property manager, was readily available via WhatsApp to address any concerns or questions you had. We strive to provide prompt assistance and ensure that our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. We appreciate your patience and understanding regarding the balcony door and the shower head. It is our priority to resolve any maintenance issues promptly, and we are glad the work crew was able to realign the door and replace the shower head to improve your experience. We look forward to hosting you again in the future and providing you with another memorable stay. Pura Vida,

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view, close to beach
We had a great stay. One thing that was frustrating, was that driving in, it was hard to find how to get to the condo entry drive and parking lot. The exit is clearly marked off the main road. A steep hill that says no entrance. So we drove around until we finally found it, past the taco joint. Behind some buildings after the paved road ends , left turn that is not marked. Other than that we had a great stay. The view off the balcony is incredible, especially at sunset. Kitchen fully stocked. Bed comfy. Air con works great. Communication wonderful. Easy keyless entry access . Walk to beach. Beach Chairs provided. And towels. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2023
Hello Stephanie, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear that overall, you had a great experience and enjoyed your time at our vacation rental. Your kind words about the view, the comfort of the bed, the well-stocked kitchen, and the efficient air conditioning are greatly appreciated. However, we sincerely apologize for the frustration you encountered when trying to find the entrance drive and parking lot. We understand that clear directions and signage are crucial to ensuring a smooth arrival for our guests. We are now providing links that can be used with GPS apps, this is very useful. Thank you for considering us for future stays. We look forward to welcoming you back and ensuring that your next experience with us is even more enjoyable. Pura vida

10/10 Excellent

Lianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Very clean, wonderful view, great pool, close beach but uphill back. Rented golf cart and did many excursions through rentagolfcartcostarica.com.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2022
Thank you so much for your stay. We are thrilled to hear we helped you to have a great time. We make our best effort to make you feel as comfortable as it was your home. Looking forward to having you back with us soon, until then...Pura Vida! The Blue Zone Experience Team

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What could go wrong did
It would be nice to have an information sheet available with Wi-Fi password, notice that you only have 1 parking space so if you rent a golf cart you have nowhere to park it. A list of local restaurants and stores woul be helpful. Economy Rentals did not provide us with the car we had reserved until the fourth day so for 3 days we had to walk everywhere. The grill would not get hot enough to seat a steak.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2022
Thank you so much for your stay. We will take your observations into consideration for the house description, so future clients won’t get misleading. We are looking forward to having you back with us soon in this or any other of the units we have available that might suit you and your family better, until then...Pura Vida! The Blue Zone Experience Team

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Flamingo
We had a great stay. Only one complaint - inadequate hot water in bathtub and at times in the shower. We did not notify anyone and I don’t know if there is an easy fix... but we chose this condo for the bathtub to help arthritis pain and it didn’t work for this.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2021
Hi Mary, We're glad you enjoyed your stay. It's unfortunate to hear about the hot water, but we do have a full time maintenance team that would have found a solution, had you let us know about the issue. We noticed this problem after your departure and it has been fixed. We greatly appreciate your feedback, and we hope to have you visit us again!

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful ending to a great CR trip
Loved our stay at the Oceanica Condo . The location was perfect for our group. The short walk to the beach was well worth the effort (steep hill). Beach towels, chairs and a cooler were available for our use. Bars, restaurants and grocery were close by. We had picture perfect sunset views from the balcony each night. There is a washer and dryer in the unit and plenty of dishes and utensils in the kitchen. Everything we needed was available, including a perfectly serviceable blender. A basket of "goodies" was also provided. The condo pool was relaxing and provided a great view. Enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2021
Hello Tracey! So glad to hear you enjoyed Oceanica 824 and the location in Flamingo! We hope to have you back with us in the near future. All the best, Becky Clower and the team at blue water properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean condo, with all needed amenities. 1 min walk to a beautiful beach, beach chairs and towels provided. Big bedrooms and closets. Spacey kitchen, lots of utensils, pots and pans, dishes. Dishwasher and dryer. Amazing big balcony with private BBQ and million dollar view of the ocean and beautiful sunsets. parking space always available. Restaurants, pharmacy walking distance. Grocery store 3 min drive.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

William F., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we were looking for.
This property is a little older but very well maintained, attractively decorated, comfortably furnished and has nice covered outdoor living space. The views are good and the proximity to the beach and restaurants is hard to beat. The property manager communicated well and was always very prompt with replies. My current pet peeve with properties in Costa Rica is that most higher end units provide multiple flat screen televisions but with all programming in Spanish. It would be nice to have smart tvs (Netflix, Prime) or a couple of American network channels. But this is mostly meant as feedback and not a criticism or deal breaker. In summary, I will pay praise by saying we would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 27, 2021
Hi william. Thanks for your review of Oceanica 824! So glad to hear you had a great time and we hope to have you back with us! Also wonderful to hear that you had a great experience with our team! All the best, Becky Clower & the Team at Blue Water Properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Scott U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome in all respects
Great location, only steps away from beach, restaurants and grocery store, which made it very easy without a car (and a great leg workout climbing the stairs up to the hill to the condo). Sunsets and view are gorgeous. Very spacious. Very pleased.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 10, 2021
Hi Scott! So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Oceanica 824! we hope you come back and see us again real soon. All the best, Becky Clower & the Team at Blue Water Properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Experience!
This condo offers great location, beautiful views of the beach and all the conveniences you will need during your stay. I highly recommend to others!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Hi Patrick! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Oceanica 824! Hope to have you back with us again soon. Best wishes, Becky Clower & the Team at Blue Water Properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Marie C., Sacramento, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place!
Great location and amenities. The views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Thanks for your 5 star review Mary! So happy to hear you enjoyed Oceanica 824! Hope to see you again. All the best, Becky Clower & the Team at Blue Water Properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience. Beautiful apartment. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back!!
Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Thanks for staying with us Marjorie! So glad you had a great time at Oceanica. All the best, Becky Clower & the team at Blue Water Properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Rod J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Vacation Rental
The condo was clean, very conveniently located to Playa Flamingo, and was quite comfortable. The a/c works great in all rooms, and the kitchen is well appointed. You can tell that the owners take pride in their property. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Hi Rod! Thanks for your great review! So glad you enjoyed oceanica 824. Hope to see you again. All the best, Becky clower & the Team at Blue Water properties of Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

F K.

Great winter break in a fantastic location
We spent 2 great weeks at this condo. It’s a 5mins walk to the beautiful Playa Flamingo (which is unlike most other beaches, it’s a white sand). The condo is part of the Oceanica condo complex; it’s the only building (besides the Flamingo resort) close to the beach. The location was perfect for exploring other beaches such as Brasilito, Conchal, Tamarindo (big town), and Las Catalinas. We thought Conchal and Flamingo were the best. The condo is well equipped and furnished, it’s got everything you need. The balcony overlooks at the beach and ocean with phenomenal sunsets. The complex is very secure with guard at the entrance (condo has a safety box too). The condo is within walking distance to 2 great restaurants: Marie’s and Angelina’s. We alternated between cooking at home and going out. There are also 2 great pizza joints: La Vaca Loka (5min drive) and La Sodita Italiana (10mins drive). All restaurants accept CCs. We took couple of tours via Blue Water Properties (which also manages the condo): coffee/chocolate plantation tour and turtle watch at night. They were both fantastic, very interesting and educational. We rented an SUV for few days each week for sightseeing and driving to grocery stores and few of the farmers markets (didn’t want to drive on the weekends when roads are bit chaotic). There’s a small grocery store within 5mins drive with limited selection (super massai). We drove to Tamarindo to Auto Mercado (similar to supermarkets in US, about 20mins drive) once a week and stock up on few things. There’s a nice farmers market in Potrero (Thursday mornings, it’s 30mins walk or 5mins drive) and Del Mar (just south of Flamingo, 10mins drive). The AC in c do worked perfectly. The condo complex also has a nice pool and a barbecue area (we grilled few nights). All and all we had a great experience. We will probably go back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2018