Press Release
TripAdvisor announced the winners of the second annual Travelers’ Choice awards for Rentals this week. The awards recognize 30 of the best holiday homes across the globe in three categories — luxury ($300+ USD per night), mid-range ($100 – 150 USD per night), and affordable ($99 USD per night and under).

The winning homes have traveler-loved amenities including private pools, hot tubs, breathtaking views, game rooms and more, and highlight why rentals’ popularity continues to grow among travelers. A recent TripAdvisor survey found that 64% of US travelers plan to stay in a vacation rental in 2018.

Travelers’ Choice awards are based on traveler ratings and reviews, as well as owner behaviors during the booking process, like response times and booking acceptance rates.

A Costa Rican beach rental ranks first on the luxury list, with a private pool, outdoor shower, and concierge services all included in your stay.

Taking the first place in Travelers’ Choice for Rentals – High-end is Luxury Beach Villa Pura Vida House– Pinilla, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 12. “Pura Vida House is completely custom-built with high-end finishes and furnishings for your enjoyment and comfort. Pura Vida House includes, 4 spacious bedrooms, each with its own bath, and the master with a tropical outdoor shower; kitchen, living room, outdoor dining terrace, and pool with deck. 24/7 concierge services. FREE access to the Beach Club“, reads the description in TripAdvisor.

Listed in this same category and in position five is another Costa Rican luxury vacation rental, Casa Cielo Volcano View Retreat in the area of La Fortuna, close to the Arenal Volcano National Park. Casa Cielo appears in the list for second consecutive year. It offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and sleeps 8, it has its own private pool and it’s surrounded by tropical gardens. The house come completely equipped and the owners offer additional services as needed and requested by their guests.