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Nalu Nosara

Nosara, Costa Rica

Eight villas by Studio Saxe, open to the jungle and the sea. A private pool. Surf at sunrise, surf at sunset. A studio shared with locals. Time that moves differently.

We are a couple from New York City.

We kept coming back to Nosara — warm water surf, yoga in the jungle, a pace that felt like the opposite of everything we knew. Each visit got longer. Eventually, we stopped leaving.

We had our first child in New York. When our second arrived, we took the leap — a nine-month trial in Nosara. By the end of the first month, we knew we weren't going back.

We opened Nalu — a place where families and friends can stay, slow down, live well, and let the kids run free. We've called Nosara home for over 13 years, raising our family in the sun and surf.

What is Nalu?

Nalu means wave in Hawaiian — and to go with the flow. Here in Costa Rica, the locals say Pura Vida every day. It means eternal optimism, just go with the flow — or Nalu it. Which is how we strive to live our lives.

Makai
Three villas · Ocean views · Sister property · One block from Nalu
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Nalu
Five villas · Private jungle oasis · Steps from the beach
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Sombra

Two bedrooms, a private saltwater pool, and a hanging bed in the garden. The trees press in close and the light inside stays green and cool all day.

Sleep
2 bedrooms · both configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · 2 daybeds in the living room · sleeps up to 6
Bath
2 baths · indoor and outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans and dishes · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV and cable · Bluetooth speaker · air conditioning in all bedrooms
Families
Toys and books provided · crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $275/ night
Standard$570
Thanksgiving & Easter$640
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$1,495
Green Season · May 1 – Jun 24, 2026$350
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 50% off$275

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Sombra floor plan
Floor plan
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Mar

Two bedrooms, a private saltwater pool, and a circular hanging swing in a garden that wraps around the whole villa. Good for couples, great for kids.

Sleep
2 bedrooms · both configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · 2 daybeds in the living room · sleeps up to 6
Bath
2 baths · indoor and outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans and dishes · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV and cable · Bluetooth speaker · air conditioning in all bedrooms
Families
Toys and books provided · crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $275/ night
Standard$570
Thanksgiving & Easter$640
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$1,495
Green Season · May 1 – Jun 24, 2026$350
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 50% off$275

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Mar floor plan
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Sol

Two bedrooms, a private saltwater pool, close to the playground. Sunshine fills the home and pool area from early morning through the afternoon.

Sleep
2 bedrooms · both configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · 2 daybeds in the living room · sleeps up to 6
Bath
2 baths · indoor and outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans and dishes · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV and cable · Bluetooth speaker · air conditioning in all bedrooms
Families
Toys and books provided · crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $275/ night
Standard$570
Thanksgiving & Easter$640
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$1,495
Green Season · May 1 – Jun 24, 2026$350
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 50% off$275

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Sol floor plan
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Flor

Two bedrooms, a private pool, and a hammock strung between flowering trees. The most tucked-away of the five — the world gets a little quieter once you're inside.

Sleep
2 bedrooms · both configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · 2 daybeds in the living room · sleeps up to 6
Bath
2 baths · indoor and outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans and dishes · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV and cable · Bluetooth speaker · air conditioning in all bedrooms
Families
Toys and books provided · crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $275/ night
Standard$570
Thanksgiving & Easter$640
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$1,495
Green Season · May 1 – Jun 24, 2026$350
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 50% off$275

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Flor floor plan
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Jardín

Three bedrooms, a bunk room that sleeps four, a saltwater pool, and a covered pavilion in the garden. The one that gives every age group their own space.

Sleep
3 bedrooms · bedroom 1: king bed · bedroom 2: configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · bedroom 3: 2 twin bunkbeds · 2 daybeds in the living room · sleeps up to 10
Bath
3 baths · indoor and outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans and dishes · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV and cable · Bluetooth speaker · air conditioning in all bedrooms
Families
Toys and books provided · crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $375/ night
Standard$750
Thanksgiving & Easter$775
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$2,240
Green Season · May 1 – Jun 24, 2026$465
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 50% off$375

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Villa Jardín floor plan
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Ohana

Four bedrooms across two floors, a saltwater pool, an outdoor grill. A full-grown tree rises through the living room floor and disappears into the ceiling.

Sleep
4 bedrooms · 3 king bedrooms · 1 queen bedroom · premium sleeper sofa in master · sleeps up to 10
Bath
4.5 baths · 2 outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · poolside grill and mini fridge · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV · Bluetooth speaker
Families
Crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $450/ night
Standard$1,200
Thanksgiving & Easter$1,500
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$3,000
Green Season · May 1 – Aug 31, 2026$600
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 60% off$450

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Ohana — 1st floor plan Ohana — 2nd floor plan
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Skai

Three floors, bedrooms that convert between kings and twins, a pool terrace at the base. Each level climbs a little higher into the canopy. The top floor is its own world.

Sleep
3 bedrooms · 2 bedrooms configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · 1 bedroom configurable as 1 king or 2 twins with 2 trundles · sleeps up to 8
Bath
3.5 baths · 2 outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · poolside mini fridge and dining table · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV · Bluetooth speaker
Families
Crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $400/ night
Standard$1,100
Thanksgiving & Easter$1,400
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$3,000
Green Season · May 1 – Aug 31, 2026$525
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 60% off$400

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Skai — ground floor plan Skai — mid floor plan Skai — top floor plan
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Lani

Three floors, a rooftop terrace, a saltwater pool, a bunk suite that sleeps eight. The largest villa we have — generous enough that a big group never feels crowded.

Sleep
4 bedrooms · 3 bedrooms configurable as 1 king or 2 twins · 1 bunk bedroom sleeping up to 8 · sleeps up to 14
Bath
4.5 baths · 2 outdoor showers
Outside
Private saltwater pool · poolside grill and mini fridge · decks with hammocks and lounge chairs
Inside
Fully equipped kitchen · washer and dryer · closets in every bedroom · high-speed WiFi · smart TV · Bluetooth speaker
Families
Crib and high chair on request
Included
Linens, bath and Turkish beach towels
2 beach chairs and beach umbrella
From $425/ night
Standard$1,200
Thanksgiving & Easter$1,500
Christmas & New Year 2026–27$3,000
Green Season · May 1 – Aug 31, 2026$600
Sep 1 – Nov 1, 2026 · 60% off$425

Per night · 13% tax not included · 3-night minimum · cleaning fee applies

Lani — ground floor plan Lani — mid floor plan Lani — top floor plan
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Private
Concierge

Our concierge team lives in Nosara. They know the surf instructors worth booking, the restaurants that don't have websites, and the back roads that lead somewhere worth going. Tell us what you're after — before you arrive or while you're here.

    • Private Surf LessonOne instructor, one student. Whether it's your first wave or your fiftieth, we know who to call.
    • Zip LineThe jungle from above. You'll be laughing by the second run.
    • ATVDirt roads, hidden waterfalls, and the kind of afternoon you can't really explain to people back home.
    • Horseback on the BeachSunrise, low tide, no crowds. We'll arrange everything.
    • Family PhotoshootNatural light, the jungle as your backdrop. You'll be surprised how good they turn out.
    • ChildcareTrusted, local, and genuinely good with kids. So you can disappear for the afternoon.
    • Cooking TogetherLocal ingredients, a big kitchen, the whole family around one table. Relaxed, and better than going out.
    • Kids in the WaterSurf lessons and ocean time paced for children. They'll be begging to go back the next morning.
    • Coffee FarmA half-day up in the mountains — how it grows, how it's harvested, lunch included. People always say it's their favourite day of the trip.
    • Local CookingA Tico kitchen, fresh market ingredients, and recipes you'll actually try to replicate at home.
    • DanceSalsa and cumbia with a local instructor. No experience needed — that's the whole point.
    • Turtle Nesting (Seasonal)A guided night walk when turtles come ashore to nest. The kind of thing people talk about for years.
    • MassageYour villa, your therapist, your table. Block out two hours and don't make plans after.
    • Sound HealingWorth trying even if you're skeptical. One hour. You'll feel it for the rest of the day.
    • Private Chef DinnerYour kitchen, your table, someone else doing the cooking. We'll match you with the right chef for the group.
    • Studio AccessYoga, movement, and breathwork steps from your door. Show up whenever — the studio is yours.

Nalu Studio

An open-air studio surrounded by jungle. Howler monkeys, birds, the rustle of the canopy. All equipment provided. No shoes required. Come as you are.

@nalu.studio
Current Schedule — June 2026
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8:30 am
10:15 am
12:00 pm
3:30 pm
4:30 pm
6:15 pm

Last-minute changes posted to @nalu.studio

$20 / class

Drop-in. All classes, all levels.
$10 for Costa Rican residents — present your cédula.

$150 / 10 classes

Valid 6 months from purchase. Non-transferable and non-refundable. 13% sales tax added at checkout.

Nalu Retreats

Private retreats, rooted in place.

Whether you're a seasoned retreat leader or planning your first in Costa Rica, we're here. From logistics to local knowledge, we'll take care of everything — so your guests feel it from the moment they land.

Sustainability

Nosara is one of the world's Blue Zones — a place worth protecting. We employ local staff, support local businesses, and build with materials that belong here. We keep our footprint small — enough room for the jungle to thrive and the animals to roam.

Solar-powered. Rainwater recycled. Built by local hands, from local materials.

Guests

The villa was beautiful, extremely clean, and had everything we needed. An easy walk to the beach and all the restaurants Playa Guiones has to offer. We will definitely stay here again next time we return.

Chris McKinzie Google · ★★★★★

Even when you were inside, the walls of glass gave you the feeling of being in a lush jungle. When you stepped outside, you felt like you walked into a magical garden with your own pool. Fabiola was wonderful and went out of her way to be incredibly helpful.

Leslie, Jason & Luca Google · ★★★★★

The tall ceilings make the entire space feel so luxurious. The sunset view from the pool was such a treat every night. Their concierge team arranged our golf cart rental and alcohol delivery before we even arrived.

Trish Kelly Google · ★★★★★

A wonderful home base for my family of four. Nalu's gated compound was an unexpected safety feature we really appreciated. Absolutely loved the workouts and the friendly locals who attend the classes.