EXPERIENCE VENTANAS
DEL MAR IN PERSON
START YOUR JOURNEY
VISIT COSTA RICA’S HIDDEN GEM
Tucked above the palm-lined shores of Playa Carrillo, Ventanas del Mar invites you to experience Costa Rica as it’s meant to be – unspoiled, connected to nature, and remarkably welcoming. Whether you’re planning a short getaway or exploring investment opportunities, your journey here begins with thoughtful guidance, warm hospitality, and a location that offers both tranquility and access.
Our Playa Carrillo visitor information offers everything you need to arrive with ease – from directions and airport transfers to Costa Rica travel tips tailored to our region. Discover how to get to Playa Carrillo and why so many travelers return year after year to this hidden gem on the Nicoya Peninsula.
GETTING HERE
INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORTS
Playa Carrillo is easily accessible via two international airports, both offering scenic drives through some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful landscapes.
Guanacaste International Airport (LIR)
Located in Liberia, approximately 2 hours from Ventanas del Mar, this is the most convenient arrival point for international travelers. With direct flights from the U.S., Canada, and Europe, this modern airport makes reaching the Nicoya Peninsula seamless.
San José International Airport (SJO)
Costa Rica’s capital airport offers additional flight options and is roughly 4.5 hours from Playa Carrillo by car. Many guests enjoy combining their visit with a few days in the Central Valley or along the way to the coast.
No matter which airport you choose, the journey to Ventanas del Mar offers lush mountain landscapes, vibrant countryside, and the first taste of the region’s natural beauty and warm culture.
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Arrive relaxed and ready to enjoy your stay. Our concierge team are the experts in Playa Carrillo visitor information, and can arrange private, air-conditioned airport transfers from either Liberia or San José. With bilingual drivers and door-to-door service, this option ensures a stress-free start to your time at Ventanas del Mar.
Prefer to explore at your own pace? Car rentals are available at both airports. Driving in Costa Rica is straightforward, and the route to Ventanas del Mar is well-marked with newly paved roads for much of the journey. We’ll provide driving tips and road updates in advance of your arrival.
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Ventanas del Mar is located just five minutes from Playa Carrillo and fifteen minutes from the center of Sámara. As you reach Carrillo, continue along the beachfront road and look for the left turn just before the Playa Carrillo parking lot and sign. Follow the road up the hillside, signs will guide you to the top, where our gated entrance is clearly marked, and our team will be ready to welcome you.
For those traveling independently and wondering how to get to Playa Carrillo, we recommend using Google Maps or Waze, which are more accurate in Costa Rica.
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VENTANAS DEL MAR
Curious about what makes Ventanas del Mar unlike anywhere else in Costa Rica? From our low-density design philosophy to the extraordinary natural setting above Playa Carrillo, we’ve created a place where modern living and nature exist in harmony. Whether you’re considering a visit, a life, or an investment, we invite you to explore the vision, values, and community that define life at Ventanas del Mar.