Ylang Ylang Beach Resort

Beautiful grounds, lovely rooms, amazing beach and I can’t say enough about the staff. Rebecca, Rose, Jeffrey, Alex and all the others did so much to make our stay memorable. Including booking all of our excursions that were absolutely perfect, not a hitch anywhere during the trip. One of the main reasons we picked Ylang Ylang was the vegan options and they did not disappoint, everything was healthy and delicious!! Laying in a hammock and watching monkeys play overhead was one of my favorite moments!

Myself and my partner got married here, it was perfect!
Emma and all of the staff looked after us amazingly the entire stay. We made the right choice to let them take care of our wedding plans, and we will certainly never forget it.
Will be back for sure!

We went for dinner walking in Montezuma beach. The place is magic, we could feel the stars, the garden, the smell.
Food was cooked with care and atention, lots of options and nice sushi.
Recommend 100%.
We were not staying there but I liked so much that today I went for yoga.

It happened that I lost something on my way back in the beach and Henry Aguero, the manager, has been helping me with this issue and his time. Thanks so much!

Great resort right next to the beach. The food included in half board was great and is a la carte. We had one of the smallest rooms which was very new and modern. Reaching the resort by car with 4x4 is very easy. For normal standard cars it could be a bit tricky on the sandy part.

We had a magical vacation at Ylang Ylang. We were woken up early in the morning by a howler monkey who lived in the tree above our cabana. The staff was super friendly, the food was fantastic. They were very helpful with arranging activities for us. My son's and I went fishing with Big Tuna sport fishing and caught wahoo and mahi mahi. we brought some fish back to the resort and they made us fish fajitas. They also put the wahoo on the menu as the catch of the day. The resort is a short walk to the Montezuma waterfalls, which were a lot of fun. Montezuma itself is a very nice, safe town. We were there in the high season and it was not overrun with tourists. I highly recommend going there any time of the year.

We share our Valentines Dinner with 6 other couples. All the food was plated beautifully and served exactly. All commented and great service, great taste and amazing view of the ocean.

My wife and I chose this part of Costa Rica because of its reputation as an off-the-beaten-path gem, and those are the exact words I'd use after our trip. The Ylang Ylang is the perfect choice in an already perfect place. This location is wild enough to give the feeling of genuine travel, yet comfortable enough to keep worries at bay. I don’t like feeling like a tourist, even if I am one, and the Ylang Ylang made me feel like an adventurer who appreciates air conditioning. We stayed in a beachfront bungalow. It was clean, comfortable, and quite literally 10 steps from a stunning and isolated beach with remarkably warm water. However, it's not the best place to swim as the shore-breaking waves and reef rocks might cause harm. But there's no such concern with the hotel pool. My only advice is to stay hydrated since walking long distances on the beach is unavoidable. If you're like me and want to experience something special, avoid the crowds, crave adventure but also want the comfort of a good mattress, and want to be asking yourself, "Where am I? Is this real?" then stay at the Ylang Ylang.

Posting for the food. Incredible. This is my favorite food spot in montezuma followed by Ash. So so good. The poke bowl is amazing and the views and atmosphere are perfect

We just got back to the states, just yesterday having left this piece of paradise and I’m sitting here smiling reflecting on what an incredible experience our stay here was! We stayed three nights and wish we could have spent so much longer because we enjoyed ourselves so much. We stayed in the tree top canopy which was so dreamy. Awoke to howler monkeys in the trees in the morning and fell asleep listening to the waves crash on the beach below. Our meals were incredible each day, with the most friendly staff who made us want to stay all day!! The hotel was easy to communicate with-we ultimately chose to leave our car at their sister restaurant in town and given that we only had backpacks, we walked the 10 min walk along the beach which only added to the magical feeling of this place. We were offered a shuttle, which we ultimately took on the way back to town at the end of our stay, but we loved stretching our legs and walking! Cannot recommend this place enough. Each and every detail is thought through. We can’t wait to return again in the future. Thank you thank you to everyone at Ylang Ylang!

Went for dinner two nights in a row. Very lovely waiters who are clearly having a great time. The food is also very good and reasonably priced.

My wife and I are currently on our way home from spending a wonderful 8 nights at Ylang Ylang for our honeymoon. I could not recommend highly enough to reflect the amazing experience we had! From ease of booking and courteous, quick responses to all of our questions, all the way to the friendly farewell at breakfast this morning, the entire experience has been nothing short of amazing. When we first arrived we enjoyed a delicious vegan dinner that was the most flavorful pasta I have ever experienced! The amazing food continued every day of our stay. We enjoyed relaxing and exploring the property, as well as a couple of day trips into town and on some adventures. The cabina we stayed in was very comfortable and just the right amount of space for us. The cleaning service was so cute with the towel art that they left us, and brought our space back to spotless condition every day. We have no complaints whatsoever!
Ylang Ylang has been an incredible experience, and we will definitely recommend it to others, just like it was recommended to us.
Pura Vida!!

We had an unreal and amazing time in March at Ylang Ylang. This is our second time at the resort (we went same time in 2022) and we couldn’t believe how many upgrades they’ve done in one year. There’s a large tent roof over the restaurant patio now that’s beautiful with chandeliers. The cabinas have been completely redone and now offer more space. We had our wedding here in March, with over 40 of us, and we had a blast. We had a pool party, welcome party, bachelorette girls night and boat trip. Emma and her team helped organize all of it and made it a ton of fun. This is a stunning, small resort run by a family that is private and right on the beach. Great for couples and families! Highly recommend! Also, the food was fabulous. It was delicious during our entire stay, not just at the wedding. Thanks again to the entire team at Ylang Ylang, and we can’t wait to return!

We stayed June 1-8, 2023 for our honeymoon and we were SO glad we did! The best part of this resort, besides how beautiful it is, is the staff. Everyone was so incredibly friendly and wonderful during our entire stay but I have to give a shout out to Patricia, Rebekah, Alana, Franchesco, Darren, Alex, and Eric who went above and beyond to make our trip the best it could possibly be. They are amazing human beings and I hope one day our paths cross again!

Along with the beauty of the resort and the amazing staff... the food was out of this world. We stayed in Costa Rica for 2 weeks and the food at this resort was the best we had our entire trip. Everything was super fresh and tasty. Not to mention, all of their alcoholic drinks were soooo good! What I would give to have one of those pina coladas again.

We stayed in the treetop canopy room for the first half of our stay (and a garden dome for two nights). Although the dome room was nice, the tree top canopy room was amazing. It really felt like you were in a treehouse. It was very private and it felt like the ultimate vacation spot. We also got a couples massage and it was the most relaxing massage we've ever had- we both almost fell asleep it was so relaxing.

I highly recommend staying here and hope we will return some day!!

Oh my goodness! My wife and I stayed at the resort for six nights and cannot say enough good things about the facility, staff, or food. We were greeted with smiles and graciousness from the moment we arrived. Every request was met with some form of "Absolutely! We can get that for you." The members of the staff became friends. We will be dreaming of a day when we can return to Ylang Ylang.

A truly extraordinary gem built, owned and operated with loving hands and hearts. This lush tropical paradise gives you the feeling that you are living in the jungle, complete with native trees, plants and animals. Lots of brown faced and howler monkeys, iguanas, agoutis, coati and other native species free roam the property. The magestic and scenic beach affords beautiful hiking and swimming opportunities. Recharge your soul with regular yoga classes taught by masters. Dine in the oceanfront restaurant with locally sourced food with eclectic and extensive menu. All in all, this is a place to experience wild Costa Rica in a truly unique setting. Recharge your soul and book a stay here.

One of the most beautifull place on this planet.
Unforgetable stay. Thank you to all the team.
Muchas gracias para ese lugar increible.
Estabamos felizes alli .
Frederic y Marianna ( France and Poland )

I was here for my honeymoon and absolutly loved every minute of it. The resort is beautiful! Situated right in the jungle with lots of wildlife roaming around. The rooms are very clean, the restaurant has incredible staff and delicious food. The beach is a short few steps from your room and is an easy walk into town (15ish minutes). The front desk staff are very friendly and helpful with organizing transportation and tours/excursions. Would highly recommend this resort and look forward to returning in the future.

(Posting as Chris & Heidi) Ylang Ylang completely exceeded my already high expectations. My wife and continue returning to Costa Rica because of how much we love it. And Montezuma was a first for us and we spend part of our trip at Ylang Ylang.

It was the perfect blend of beautiful jungle vibes with a dash of resort comforts. The property is stunning and reflects the passion they have for nature. Food is fresh, local and delicious. If I could find a restaurant like this back home, I’d have a hard time cooking my own meals.

There are only 15-20 units occupied when close to maximum capacity so it feels like a nice mix of solitude but with some interaction throughout.

The staff are helpful, friendly and make you feel like you’re at home with locals rather than being pampered at a resort. But if you want to be pampered, they will happily oblige! You can eat all your meals here, have drinks and enjoy honestly the most healthy food I’ve ever had being away. I feel healthier having stayed there, which is rare when travelling for us. You can indulge while feeling good about it.

We don’t enjoy huge all inclusive resorts at all due to the size and amusement park feel to it all. So Ylang Ylang was a perfect spot. It feels like you were on someone’s beautiful property with an amazing full service restaurant. Pool, hammocks, beach chairs are all easily accessible, comfortable and perfectly placed. We actually enjoyed the pool way more than we thought! It was a nicely shaded/sunny oasis to spend an afternoon. Miss it already!

If you want to book excursions every day they can do that for you. If you want to lounge and get spa treatments (amazing masseuse) all day, every day you can do that. Rent an ATV or walk 10 minutes into town. All while having the most beautiful home base we could imagine.

Thank you to EVERYONE at Ylang Ylang for giving my wife and I a peaceful, refreshing place to connect and recharge. It’s been a particularly tough few years for us and being here gave us energy we will now use back home. And to Patricia, Lenny, and the whole family, thank you for creating this spot and enduring all the ups and downs to what is now a incredible preservation of nature for anyone to enjoy.

*Side note: I read a few comments about the rooms not being to some visitors expectations. I will say that Ylang Ylang does not hide what the rooms look like, so I am unsure why you would book if you have such a high standard? The rooms are spotless and have everything you need to be comfortable. My wife and I called them unpretentious and honestly it made us feel more at home and comfortable.

Where do I begin? Firstly, DO NOT PASS UP Ylang Ylang Beach Resort! We spent an unforgettable 4 nights in the Tree Top Canopy. The room was so unique and beautiful and the sound of the ocean put us to sleep every night. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous, the beach pristine. We also eloped at Ylang Ylang; Emma handled everything for us and made it so easy and stress free. The ceremony was beautiful and our candlelight dinner on the beach was the most romantic dining experience we’ve ever had. The food at the restaurant was superb. We ate breakfast and dinner there every day and everything - yes everything - was delicious. The staff was so friendly, warm and accommodating. We were so sad to leave, but we will absolutely be back. Thank you for everything Ylang Ylang!

We stayed in Coco Joe’s for 7 nights. The room was perfect, it had a short pathway to the ocean with an amazing view, and it was well serviced daily. The food in the restaurant is really good and they have a lot of choices! The entire resort is so beautiful and something truly unique. Extra thank you to Sting, Darren, Franchesco, Arturo, Jeffrey, Alex, Patricia, Eric, and Eduardo for all making our time here special. Everyone here is so friendly and we will definitely return!