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Encanta La Vida

Property class: 3
3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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Photo gallery for Encanta La Vida

A hammock with two chairs on a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A tropical-style building with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a stone pathway leading to a wooden staircase.
A beach with dense tropical vegetation and a clear sky.
A wooden room with a bed, a door, and a view of greenery outside.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a tiled wall, and a window with a view of a tree and rocks.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Playa Matapalo, Puerto Jimenez, Puntarenas Province, 60702
  • Place, Golfo Dulce
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pan Dulce Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Jimenez Pier
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Jiménez (PJM)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two windows with shutters, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A wooden room with a bed, a door, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Double Room, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a ceiling fan, a window, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Puerto Jiménez

On the beach.Your stay at this Puerto Jiménez hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Golfo Dulce and Pan Dulce Beach. King Louis Waterfall and Playa Sombrero are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Golfo Dulce - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pan Dulce Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puerto Jimenez Pier - 25 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Carate Beach - 30 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Blanca Beach - 47 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Jiménez (PJM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buena Esperanza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Encanta La Vida

3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Encanta La Vida.

This 3-star Puerto Jiménez hotel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Encanta La Vida offers 11 accommodations. This Puerto Jiménez hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Encanta La Vida to the airport?

Encanta La Vida is 12.8 mi (43-min drive) away from the Puerto Jiménez (PJM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Encanta La Vida?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Encanta La Vida on Oct 26, 2026 start from CA $693, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Encanta La Vida have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Encanta La Vida.

How close is Encanta La Vida to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Encanta La Vida offer free breakfast?

Encanta La Vida offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Encanta La Vida?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Encanta La Vida?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Encanta La Vida?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Encanta La Vida have a pool?

Encanta La Vida features an outdoor pool.

Does Encanta La Vida have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Encanta La Vida have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Encanta La Vida to downtown Puerto Jiménez?

Encanta La Vida is 0.6 mi away from Cabo Matapalo.

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