Hear the Waves - Just 200m Walk to Beach - Gated Community - Vacation Planning Included Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Hear the Waves - Just 200m Walk to Beach - Gated Community - Vacation Planning Included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Hear the Waves - Just 200m Walk to Beach - Gated Community - Vacation Planning Included located?

Located in the heart of Sardinal, this condo building is steps from Ocotal Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

C&J H.

Jul 26, 2025

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We had an amazing stay at this property in July 2025. Loved the view and location. Any inquiries we made were quickly responded to. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Jun 10, 2025

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Beautiful property in a gorgeous location. Easy walk to the beach which was quiet and peaceful. Communication with the property manager was easy. We had a wonderful time and will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Macy

May 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had a great time at Los Almendros! Easy walk to a quiet beach, good restaurant and 3 nice and quiet pools on site. There are a lot of stairs to get up to the condo we stayed in from the beach and pools, so keep that in mind if you have any physical limitations. The management was so helpful and communicative! Would definitely recommend this location.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Mar 20, 2025

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Just Lovely

The property did not disappoint with access to pools, beaches, restaurants and even wildlife. Imagine coffee at sunrise with birds and monkeys while taking in an incredible ocean view.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Aug 9, 2024

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Great place

Loved the beach and Father Roosters!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Mar 11, 2025

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This place is peaceful and has a superb location. Only about a 2 minute walk to the beach and in a gated community. The guards actively watch over things during the night. With only a few min drive to Coco, you can rent a golf cart and zip to Coco where there are so many local shops and grocery stores the beach. It's a lot of fun, views are spectacular, 3 pools to choose from and clean accommodations. Definitely recommend!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Apr 8, 2024

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A great view of the bay with sunset, great location, extra stuff for beach and kitchen provided.

A great view of the bay with sunset, great location, extra stuff for beach and kitchen provided. Great deal.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Mar 13, 2024

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Great property

We had an amazing week. The property was just as advertised, incredible view and well equipped for a family of 4 for 7 nights. We loved having an option of 3 pools and being so close to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Jan 3, 2025

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Ideal accommodation

This apartment exceeded our expectations. The property manager, Jennifer, and her entire team was helpful from the word go. It was easy to reach the apartment. The walk to the beach was easy. The pools in the complex were clean. The apartment was immaculate and very nicely decorated. Everything was perfect and we would certainly recommend it and/or come again! We were there with our three kids- 21, 24 and 25 and they too had a fabulous time and said this was the nicest accommodation we have ever booked.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Jan 8, 2018

Beautiful beach and surrounds.

The unit was as described and in excellent and clean condition. The view of the beach/bay is amazing from the patio. We would stay here full time if we weren't interested in seeing other areas of CR.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

Feb 3, 2025

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Great Patio View

The unit definitely is in a great location with easy beach access. There are fold out beach chairs stored in the spare bedroom. The beds and furniture were clean and comfortable. We did have issues with two of the air conditioners and a showerhead that were quickly remedied after a call to the management team. There was some noisy construction at one end of the complex on every weekday. I believe they are building stairs from the parking area to the pool.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Dec 27, 2023

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Ocotal Hidden Gem

We were extremely satisfied with this VRBO in Ocotal. The VRBO is nestled on a hillside overlooking the bay. The views from the porch are amazing. It is a short walk down to the beautiful beach and a close walk to a nice restaurant called father Roosters. The VRBO had everything you need for a comfortable stay. It was well kept and clean, everything worked just fine and the commute into Play Del Coco by car is short. A great place for families or couples.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S., Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

Jan 18, 2024

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So nice!

Enjoyed 10 days in Los Almendros #37 - my second time staying here. Well equipped (although could use several different sizes of cook ware lids), comfortable with fabulous views. Paula was responsive and cordial. Muchas Gracias!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Jan 10, 2020

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In a couple of words simply spectacular!!

The property has a fantastic view, was clean, well equipped, great parking friendly staff, steps to the beach. Wet throughly enjoyed our stay. Thank You Lynn and Ron. Ps I forgot to write a passage in your book, darn. Shelley and Family

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam O., Bay Area, California

Apr 10, 2023

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Fabulous relaxing beach stay with a spectacular view!

We spent four nights at the condo over spring break as part of our first trip to Costa Rica. As this was our first trip, we didn't know what to expect, but Playa Ocotal was beautiful. The condo is at the top of the complex and has a panoramic view of the bay - ideal for sunrise and a fresh cup of Costa Rican coffee. The condo offered everything we needed: comfortable beds, good AC, and a well-equipped kitchen! Playa Ocotal is a small bay that never felt crowded, even during a holiday week. The water is warm and clear with slight waves, perfect for young kids, snorkeling, etc. There is one restaurant which serves lunch and dinner. We didn't cook while there, but we stopped by and got fresh baked goods and fruit for the mornings for breakfast. Lynn was very accommodating and quick to answer any questions. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Siana T.

Aug 12, 2023

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Lovely beach location

Nice, well-equipped place. Easy walk to the beach. Good snorkeling off the beach - we saw rays, turtles, octopus, and more. Great sunset views from the balcony. A car is good idea to drive to town as there are no shops close by. We were not expected by the facility upon arrival so that took some time to sort out. The AC in the main room of the house was also quirky. We had to have it fixed twice since it would not turn on and once fixed it still did not cool very well but we did not want to have to deal with any more repairs while we were on vacation. Bedroom ACs were great. Water pressure was great. Ceiling fans in all the rooms were appreciated.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Mar 3, 2024

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Costa Rican Adventure

We rented Los Almendros 37 for the entire month of February. Our group was two couples, over 65. Rich Coast was great in that they responded quickly to any questions we had and were very professional. Thank you Bryan and Chris for all your assistance. The condo itself is as described on VRBO, and the pictures are accurate. Nearly every day we heard and saw Howler Monkeys, along with a variety of birds. We usually saw iguanas on our walk to the beach which, while short, does involve walking down and up some fairly steep steps. The beach itself is lovely and we did snorkel, but the water was a bit cloudy. Father Rooster's restaurant is about the only place to eat in Ocotal, but the food we thought was good. Grocery shopping and just about everything else requires a trip into Coco. We decided not to rent a car, so for part of the time we rented a golf cart. The road to Coco from Ocotal is used a lot, and it's not in the best state of repair. We took several trips into town in the cart, but each time was a bit of an adventure. We would have rented a cart longer, but none were available We'd advise if you don't plan on renting a car, reserve your golf cart when you book your stay. We booked a rainforest tour and the Diamonte Echo Adventure Park both through Rich Coast. Thank you Kerri so much for helping us plan activities during our stay. The only thing we suggest as an improvement is to get a new couch and chairs for the condo living room. We found them very uncomfortable.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

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10/10 Excellent

dasd a.

Feb 6, 2025

The place was perfect!

This little condo was a slice of heaven. It was clean, safe and the views were amazing. I'm definitely coming back to stay here

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10/10 Excellent

Kalyani M.

Jun 16, 2024

Delightful!!!

What a great time we had- the unit was exactly as pictured and very well stocked with supplies for cooking, coffee, beaching, and laundry so we didn’t have to worry about anything. Awesome air conditioning too. The management was very responsive and helpful when we had a question and even delayed our check out time because of our flight time. I would absolutely stay here again!

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10/10 Excellent

Martyne D.

Feb 7, 2024

Fantastic

Lovely condo. Quiet location. 1 minute walk to the beach. Spent hours on the balcony watching the wild life enjoying coffee in the morning and margaritas in afternoon 😋 Don't be afraid to rent this condo. It had everything you needed at a good price.

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10/10 Excellent

Martyne D.

Feb 7, 2024

Fantastic

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

Jun 26, 2023

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Staying here was the RIGHT choice

Pictures of the view from this place cannot capture the beauty. There is a pool right under the window where you can relax, swim, soak, and still see the ocean and the boats. The beach right there is pleasant with fewer people and the best snorkeling. Renting a golf cart made our 4 days here much more fun. Our host is kind and she provided everything making our stay a joy. We got the best sleep in these comfortable beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

May 15, 2023

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Paradise: 100 star review.

The pictures don’t do this property justice. It’s bigger than we expected and way more amenities than expected. There are kids water wings, snorkels, water shoes, weights, yoga mats, sarongs, adult life jackets, inflatable floaties for the pool, sand pail and an assortment of other sand toys. We are cooks and there was an abundance of spices…couldn’t list them all here. We rented a golf cart and the ride into the grocery store in Coco was a delight. We got our staples at Super Compro (costa rican owned) and our fruit and veggies at the last fruit stand on the way back to the condo…they were the nicest, had the freshest fruit and were the most reasonably priced. The beach is amazing at Ocotal. I almost don’t want to rave too much about it cuz it’s a “best kept secret”. We tried the beaches in Coco and Hermosa and Ocotal was the best in our opinion. The pools are clean and warm and quiet. The wildlife was incredible to watch. Lynn, the host, answered my many questions before we arrived and was warm and helpful. We would love to Los Almedros if we could!!! Thank you Lynn!!

Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S., Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

May 7, 2023

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Lovely condo.

Location can't be beat. Great sunsets and easy beach access.

Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Jul 28, 2022

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Perfect location and condo!

We loved the condo. Excellent layout. Covered parking and walk to the door, which can be very helpful in the rain. An amazing view! Sunsets are spectacular. Morning coffee with a view to follow. The kitchen is well appointed Check for spices before you go shopping, they might be in there. The master bed was extremely comfortable. The Almendros staff was very friendly and helpful. Shout out to Carlos! Both Carlos'. The closest trail to the beach takes you to the north end, which had the best snorkeling of the entire trip. The south end has good snorkling also, but the water was more murkey from silt/ sand. Beautiful black sand beach, and Father Roosters. Trips in to Coco are easy, once you get used to driving in CR. Panomar is the place to go to for seafood that you will cook. We had parrot fish and shrimp. Both excellent. We didn't get to the MegaSuper, but found that the Chinese grocery had the most US types of food and staples. All of the grocery stores are a great experience, but sometimes you just want something a little more familiar. Ron Ron was one of our best vacations ever!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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