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Short-Term Rentals in Costa Rica

Stay in carefully selected apartments in Santa Ana and beautiful beach homes in Playa Langosta, Tamarindo, and Playa Tivives, Puntarenas.

Our properties are ideal for travelers arriving or departing through San José International Airport, visitors seeking accommodation near Costa Rica's leading private hospitals, medical tourists, business travelers, and guests looking for comfortable extended stays.

Whether you're beginning your Costa Rica adventure, ending your vacation, or visiting the Central Valley for shopping or medical appointments or business, we offer stylish and convenient accommodations in some of the country's most desirable locations.

Vacation Rentals in Costa Rica

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    Penthouse Lago

    Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2, Mezannine , Lakeview

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    Vista & Jacuzzi

    Two Story | Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Terrace, Jacuzzi

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    Apartment Brisa

    Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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    Apartment Paraiso

    Near Downtown | Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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  • Living room and dining area with a balcony view, black and beige walls, modern decor, plants, ceiling fan, and a dining table set for four.

    Apartment Roca

    Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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  • RiverPark Downtown

    RiverPark Downtown

    First Floor | Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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  • Living room with a gray sofa with yellow cushions, a white oval coffee table with tray, and a patterned rug. A large window opens to a balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking trees. Decor includes a wall painting, a floor lamp, and potted plants. The ceiling has a woven pendant light, and a wall-mounted air conditioner is visible.

    Apartment Montana

    Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1

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    Penthouse Laguna

    Lakeview | Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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  • Bright living room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa with yellow cushions, wall art, and large windows with a balcony view of greenery and buildings outside.

    Penthouse Oasis

    Spacious | Office space | Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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    Terraza Downtown

    Large terrace | Main Street | Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1

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  • Aerial view of a backyard with palm trees, a swimming pool, and outdoor seating areas next to a modern house.

    Luxury Beachfront Villa

    Two Story Beachfront villa Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2,5

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    Terrazas Escazu

    Guachipelin Escazu, Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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  • apartment Lindora

    Bosques de Carao

    Santa Ana Lindora, Bedrooms:2, Bathrooms:2

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    Playa Langosta

    Luxury Home - walk to Playa Langosta

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Client Reviews

“★★★★★ “Perfect location near San José Airport and excellent communication. Santa Ana downtown is such a cute town with lots of restaurants and a nice park, we enjoyed walking distance to everything. Stayed at “Santa Ana Park Condominio” and for the second time at “River Park by Avalon” — Sarah, USA

★★★★★ “Beautiful apartment and very responsive hosts, the complex has amazing common grounds, it’s near La Chimba coffee plantation, where we did a nice hike and had breakfast.” — Martin and Heike, German

★★★★★ “Ideal for our medical trip to Costa Rica. We stayed in a two story penthouse with Jacuzzi, loved it!” — Andrea, Canada

Who We Are

Mariposa Rentals is a family-run business based in Costa Rica. Originally from Poland and calling Costa Rica home for over 20 years, Catherine & her husband combine experience in real estate, hospitality, and destination weddings to create exceptional stays for travelers visiting the country.

In addition to managing vacation rentals, Catherine is a realtor and destination wedding planner, helping clients discover the beauty and lifestyle of Costa Rica.

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Rental Options

  • Daily rentals

  • Weekly Rentals

  • Monthly Rentals

Locations

  • Santa Ana, Rio Oro

  • Santa Ana Downtown

  • Santa Ana, Pozos

  • Escazu, Guachipelin

  • Playa Tivives, Puntarenas

  • Playa Langosta, Tamarindo

Why Book With Us

  • Direct booking

  • Over 20 years living in Costa Rica

  • Carefully selected properties

  • Ideal locations near San Jose Airport, private hospitals, shopping and the beach

  • Flexible stays: daily, weekly, and monthly rentals

  • Super host on Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, and Expedia

Our Other Businessess

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Real Estate Costa Rica

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Our properties are also featured on Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, and Expedia, giving you the peace of mind of booking with an established and trusted host.

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Book Direct with Confidence

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