Portas Novas: Luxury Stunning Ocean-View Villa in Ocotal with Infinity Pool • 12 Guests

Why Guests Love It
Guests frequently say that staying at Portas Novas is “like living in the sky above the Pacific”. The wide, uninterrupted views become the backdrop to every moment — sunrise coffee, afternoon pool lounging, sunset cocktails, evening stars. The configuration (5 bedrooms for 12 guests) handles larger groups with ease. With the Zindis standard of service behind it, the villa is less about logistics and more about

Located in the serene hillside above Playa Ocotal, the setting offers unparalleled natural elevation, sweeping ocean views and the quiet exclusivity of one of the region’s most scenic vantage points. From here you’ll look across Ocotal Bay, Coco Bay, Culebra Bay and the peninsula of Papagayo. The beach at Ocotal is a short drive downward — combining elevated privacy with beach-town accessibility.

Nearby, the town of Playas del Coco offers dining, shopping and local culture, while Liberia International Airport (LIR) is easily accessed in approximately 40 minutes, keeping travel stress minimal and stay time maximised.

Snorkel right off Ocotal beach or hire a boat to take you out to several different spots to see some of the most beautiful sea creatures in the world
Take an afternoon scuba lesson followed by guided dives the next day
Spend a day fishing for marlin and tuna in the Pacific Ocean
Take a sunset boat tour that includes visits to secluded beaches reachable only by boat
Rent jet skis and explore the many coves and beaches dotting the coastline
Visit one or more of several adventure parks, with activities including horseback riding, zip lines, animal sanctuaries and cultural demonstrations
Hike along national park trails through the cloud forest either on your own or with a guide
Take a dip in one of several ponds formed by beautiful waterfalls within easy driving distance
Sample the variety of each of the three nearby beaches—Ocotal, Coco and Hermosa—or take a surf lesson at the world-famous Tamarindo beach
Have a local chef come to the Villa and prepare an authentic Costa Rican meal


Perched at the highest vantage point above Playa Ocotal, Portas Novas commands the best unobstructed panorama across Culebra Bay, Coco Bay, Papagayo Peninsula and the Marina beyond. This architecturally refined home offers five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and generous living spaces designed to host up to 12 guests in comfort and style.

Wrap-around, infinity-edge pool terraces the home, with a shallow lounging shelf built into the pool for sun-chairs and effortless relaxation. Inside, the master suite impresses with a king bed, double sinks, dual showers, luxurious bathtub and its own lounge zone — all with sweeping views through full-height glazing. Two further bedrooms are king-bed ensuite, and the remaining rooms are designed for flexibility and comfort.

Professionally managed by Zindis Hospitality, your stay at Portas Novas comes with seamless service, curated local expertise and a standard of luxury that ensures the villa delivers not just a vacation, but a top-tier escape.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Master Suite: King bed · ensuite with dual showers, bathtub, double sinks · private lounge zone · panoramic view
Bedroom #1: King bed · ensuite bathroom
Bedroom #2: King bed · ensuite bathroom
Bedroom #3: King bed and Full Bunkbeds · ensuite bathroom
Bedroom #4: King bed · ensuite bathroom
Total: 5 bedrooms · 5.5 bathrooms · sleeps up to 12 guests

Living Areas & Kitchen
Expansive open-plan living and dining spaces, floor-to-ceiling glass walls framing the horizon, direct access to the pool terrace. Gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances supports both intimate meals and group catering.

Outdoor & Amenities

Infinity-edge pool surrounding major living zones, with shallow sun shelf for lounge chairs
Large terrace for dining, lounging and sunset cocktails. BBQ
Air-conditioning throughout, WiFi, secure parking
Perched hillside for maximum bay view, yet within easy reach of beach and amenities