Description – Located on the Pacific beach of Playa Esterillos Este, Costa Rica, lies the stunning Xandari by the Pacific. The resort features numerous, luxuriously appointed private villas, all of which include private walled gardens, sitting area, mini bar, air conditioning and ceiling fan and a spacious terrace that allow guests to take in the wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean that this resort has to offer.

Rates £120 – £290

Rating - 4 stars

Location – Esterillos, Manuel Antonio

Keywords – Boutique, Beach, Luxury

Inside, the villas boast some lavish decorations, such as the mosaic-tiled showers, which open up into the private gardens. All of the villas were designed by architect and owner, Sherril Broudy, giving the resort that added touch. It also means that should you have any questions about your villa, you will be able to find the answer!All the villas are fully detached and have been decorated with paintings, mosaics and tapestries by artist Charlene Broudy.

The wonderful pavilion restaurant and bar allows for each and every table to have great beach and ocean views and also views of the beautiful gardens. The restaurant serves superb gourmet cuisine, which is also very healthy, ranging from traditional Costa Rican dishes, to international favorites that you will know, and some that you will not. The dishes are all made from fresh ingredients, including fresh fish and seafood, local produce, many fruits and vegetables and herbs grown in the hotel’s own garden!

In the grounds of the resort, guest will find a lap swimming pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi, an art gallery, an artisan shop, tv and internet rooms and laundry service. For nature lovers. some magnificent birds, iguanas and butterflies can be seen throughout the villas as well as an herb and vegetable garden which provides fresh ingredients for the restaurant.

For the active guests there are many tours and activities that can be arranged in the area. These tours and activities can be booked in advance, or can be booked with the help of the hotel staff upon arrival. The tours and activities on offer include, hiking in Carara & Manuel Antonio national parks,canopy tours, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving surfing, sailing & fishing, a catamaran tour to Nicoya Gulf islands, river tours through mangroves, bicycling. There is also good shopping, nightlife, bars & restaurants in the area.