Top 10 Celebrity Luxury Experiences in Costa Rica
Half the fun of celebrity-watching is getting to learn about all the amazing locations they travel to, and how many of us get to discover some truly extraordinary locations. Lately, though, the question of where celebrities go on vacation has had a consistent answer, and it’s nestled about an hour’s limousine drive from Liberia airport. The Pacific coast of the Guanacaste province has become the getaway stars choose when they want privacy over paparazzi and tropical paradise over snowy peaks. And renting a villa in Costa Rica is how they get to soak it all up.
Here are 10 luxury experiences that always draw celebrities back to our shores and see how easy it is for you to experience them yourself.
10. LAND A MARLIN OFF TAMARINDO
Tamarindo made its name on sport fishing long before it drew film crews and superstars. Sport fishing is a crowd favorite among international stars, and the pull is usually cast past the surf line where marlin, sailfish, dorado and tuna run through the North Pacific. A morning luxury fishing charter puts you on that same water, just five minutes from the sand.
9. DIVE THE CATALINAS ISLANDS
The Catalinas Islands bob in crystalline water north of town, and they are full of rays, sea turtles, reef fish and the odd passing shark. Travelers who pick Costa Rica for its protected coastline usually want time underwater, and this is where beginners and certified divers both find the real treasures. You can snorkel the shallows or go deeper to explore rock walls brimming with marine life. It is a leisurely day out by boat, guided from start to finish, and one of the simplest ways to see why so much of this country’s appeal lives way below the surface.
8. HEAD INLAND TO CHASE WATERFALLS & HOT SPRINGS INLAND
Costa Rica’s hinterland is the most surprising discovery of all and makes luxury eco tours more enticing. Lady Gaga reportedly owns an estate near the Arenal Volcano, drawn to its hot springs and meditation gardens, and it’s an appeal that draws everyone in. A day inland can mean the turquoise pools of Rio Celeste in Tenorio Volcano National Park or a soak in volcanic hot springs after a sensational whitewater run down the Tenorio River. We arrange private transport and a bilingual guide, so the wild part of the trip stays easy.
Discover more of this special treat in our guide to Costa Rica’s hidden gems.
7. PLAY A CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
Guanacaste has become quite the celebrity golf destination in the last few years. Zac Efron, Tom Brady, Fergie, Michael Jordan and Josh Duhamel have all been spotted teeing off in our province, and they are definitely not alone in wanting to soak up the joy of golfing in paradise. Two championship courses sit within reach of Tamarindo, Reserva Conchal’s par-71 layout and the ocean-side holes at Hacienda Pinilla, both with carts and driving ranges included. Tee off early, before the heat cranks up, and you can be back at The Point’s infinity pool by lunch.
And a special FYI: The Point Luxury Villa also boasts a private golf experience in its own gated community, where you’ll find a a professionally installed putting green featuring six holes, a sand bunker, and space to fine-tune your short game. It’s a refined little extra that makes it easy to slip in a practice round between beach time and teeing off without leaving the property.
6. SEE GUANACASTE FROM A HELICOPTER
A helicopter arrival is just the kind of entrance the A-list favors, but it’s also one of the most spectacular tours on offer here. From the air, the coast unravels like a ribbon of green and blue, with stunning views that run all the way to the Bat Islands. Flights range from half an hour to a little over an hour, and our Concierge handles timing and charters, including sunset departures which are highly recommended. It’s the fastest and most unforgettable way to appreciate how much wild country lies just inland from the beach.
5. SURF THE BREAK THAT PUT TAMARINDO ON THE MAP
If one image sums up celebrity Costa Rica, it’s a surfboard underfoot. Tom Brady kept a surf home on the Guanacaste coast, reported by Vanity Fair, while Gal Gadot and Shawn Mendes both spent recent holidays on the beaches near Nosara. Tamarindo’s sandy-bottom break is one of the friendliest places in the country to learn, with warm water and a lineup of patient and experienced instructors. A private lesson gets most first-timers standing before the session is over. Staying here in a villa changes how you experience Tamarindo, on the water and well off it.
4. TOAST THE SUNSET FROM A PRIVATE YACHT
Celebrities love a yacht almost as much as they love flying in a private jet, and the Gold Coast delivers with a host of private catamarans and sleek motor yachts. Enjoy a day on the water with a full crew, a well-stocked bar, paddleboards off the back and the Pacific turning a golden red at sunset.
Luxury yacht charters are among the most requested outdoor excursions we arrange here at The Point, and deliver the kind of sunset at sea experience you will remember for years afterward.
3. ENJOY AN INDULGENT & PRIVATE SPA DAY
One of the most luxurious indulgences that is part of the appeal of a private-villa vacation is that you can have a deluxe spa comes to you. In the privacy of your villa, you can have a world-class therapist set up a pop-up spa, delivering a wealth of beauty treatments. At The Point, we have created a dreamy outdoor gazebo that is ideal for home wellness treatments. Couples and friends can lie, side by side, enjoying the sound of the crashing waves while magical hands deliver sumptuous treatments, head to toe.
It is all part of our tailor-made The Point Experience.
2. RESET IN A BLUE ZONE
The Nicoya Peninsula is one of the world’s five Blue Zones, where people routinely live past 100, and everyone who travels to Costa Rica wants to tap into this special kind of healthy living. Gisele Bundchen comes for exactly this type of wellness travel, trading the spotlight for yoga and slow mornings by the sea. You do not have to leave the villa to find the same thing, as we bring master yoga teachers and guided meditation right into the home, with pilates or a more high-energy workout on request. Starting the day with a sunrise session is an incredible way to invigorate the mind and body.
It is the same ethos behind the rise of private wellness retreats we now host.
1. RENT THE WHOLE VILLA AND LIVE LIKE A CELEBRITY
Every experience listed above is made all the better when the base is yours alone, which is why the biggest names here buy in for privacy first. Mark Zuckerberg owns a villa on Playa Hermosa, Mel Gibson keeps an estate at Playa Barrigona, and the Kardashians decamp to the Papagayo Peninsula when they want to disappear for a while. Renting a villa in Costa Rica gives you the same grounded footing for a week, a private beachfront estate with a team of professionals who take care of every detail no matter how big or small.
At The Point Luxury Villa, the whole property is yours, and the answer to where do celebrities go on vacation starts to feel a lot like your own front terrace.
FAQS ABOUT CELEBRITY LUXURY EXPERIENCES IN COSTA RICA
Where do celebrities go on vacation in Costa Rica?
Guanacaste leads the list, with Tamarindo, the Papagayo Peninsula, Nosara and Santa Teresa among the most popular spots. The region offers privacy, warm Pacific water and a short drive or helicopter transfer from Liberia airport, which is why so many stars keep coming back.
Is renting a villa in Costa Rica better than a resort for privacy?
For guests who want seclusion, yes. A private villa hands you the entire property, your own chef and Concierge, and no shared lobbies or restaurants, which is exactly what high-profile travelers tend to look for when they crave a holiday, undisturbed.
How many guests can The Point host?
The Point sleeps up to 17 guests in seven suites, with king, queen, twin and bunk setups, so a full family or friend group can stay together on one private beachfront estate.
When is the best time to visit Guanacaste?
The dry season runs from December through April, when you get consistently sunny weather and the best sunsets of the year. May through November is greener and quieter, with lower rates and more availability for last-minute trips. Rains tend to be sporadic and short lived, and the wilderness, especially surrounding The Point, is luscious and abundant with birds and monkeys.
The Point Luxury Villa is the kind of property celebrities covet when they visit Costa Rica. So, when you are ready to live like an A-lister for a week, message our Concierge on WhatsApp or book your dates directly, and we will build your dream trip around the luxury indulgences you love most.
