Planning a family reunion in Costa Rica? Renting one whole private resort — instead of scattering everyone across a hotel — is the secret to a reunion where the family is actually together. Here's how to pull it off.
One property, everyone together
The magic of a reunion is the shared moments: coffee on the deck, kids in the pool, big group dinners, game nights. That only happens when everyone's under one roof. A whole-property villa like Bella Vista sleeps up to 28 across four private houses — grandparents, parents, kids, and cousins all in one gated estate.
Something for every generation
- Kids and teens: pool, pickleball, space to run
- Adults: volcano-view jacuzzi, mountain-and-ocean views, evenings together
- Everyone: waterfalls, beaches, and wildlife tours a short drive away
Meals without the restaurant shuffle
Feeding a big family at restaurants gets expensive and complicated fast. With a private resort you can cook together in a full kitchen or bring in a private chef — many families say the group dinners were their favorite part.
Easy on the planner
One person usually organizes the whole reunion. Our on-site manager helps coordinate airport pickups, meals, and activities so it isn't all on you. Most families fly into San José (SJO), about 1h20 away — here's what to expect at the airport.
The cost usually surprises people
Split across a big family, a whole-property rental is often cheaper per person than a block of hotel rooms — and you get privacy and togetherness no hotel can match. See why in our private resort vs. hotel comparison.
Plan your reunion
Explore the large-group villa page, see the whole property, or check your dates. Booking direct saves you the Airbnb/VRBO fees, too.