There are many “hidden gems” in Costa Rica, but Tivives truly is truly one of Puntarenas’ great secrets.
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Yes. 7 of our Tivives vacation rentals have internet access, so you can stay connected throughout your trip.
Browse homes with internet access >Absolutely. Our local Tivives team includes professional housekeepers who care for all our homes here. They’ll clean thoroughly and restock amenities, so everything is ready for your arrival—and all you have to do is settle in and relax.
Learn more about Vacasa Premium Clean >Where is Tivives, Puntarenas, Costa Rica?
About an hour and a half drive west from San Jose, Tivives is nestled on a remote beach on the Gulf of Nicoya in Puntarenas Province. The land around Tivives is mostly undeveloped, making Tivives vacation rentals the perfect starting point to experience the wild beauty of Costa Rica.
Things to do near our Tivives vacation rentals
Surfer? Playa Tivives has a wave for you. The silvery sand beaches and river mouth make for an approachable wave for surfers of all levels. Just south of Tivives, Carara National park is a must-visit destination for bird and nature lovers, where you can see Toucans, Macaws, and Crocodiles in their natural habitats. More adventurous types will love the sportfishing options available across Puntarenas, where guides will take you out to fish for Wahoo, Snapper, Mahi-Mahi, and more. And when you’re ready for a siesta, there’s no better place to relax than a Vacasa Tivives vacation rental.