Every couple needs a moment to step out of their routine and back into each other’s worlds. In May, Las Catalinas becomes that opening.
May is the perfect time to discover a different side of Costa Rica: quieter beaches, brighter mornings, and a slower rhythm that invites you to reconnect without effort. The early green-season light softens the coastline, Beach Town moves at an unhurried pace, and your experience becomes more intimate than at any other time of year.
If you’ve been craving time together that’s simple, warm, and genuinely restorative, May is the moment when Las Catalinas offers exactly that.
May sits at the serendipitous meeting point of Costa Rica’s dry season and early green season, and that creates a balance you’ll love.
Mornings are bright and warm, perfect for hikes or time on the water. Rain is possible in the late afternoon – although it’s usually brief and refreshing – and often becomes a natural pause point in your day. Lean into this shift in rhythm. Take a quiet break on a terrace, cozy up, grab a book, or watch the clouds drift in over the Pacific and town.
May also brings lower rates, wider availability, and fewer crowds across Guanacaste and Costa Rica, generally. Popular restaurants are easier to book. Trails are quieter. You may even have some Playa Danta sands all to yourself.
If you want the beauty of Costa Rica without the peak-season pace, welcome to a version of Las Catalinas that feels more spacious and more personal.
Quiet luxury isn’t about extravagance; it’s about the understated pleasure of having space, calm, and time together. In May, those moments are abundant.
At Las Catalinas, a quieter pace allows the town’s natural design to shine. You can walk from your villa to the beach, wander through downtown’s car-free streets, or find a tucked-away bench overlooking the water. Small things become meaningful: the sound of early-morning birds, a private swim before breakfast, or a slow wander through Beach Town as the day begins to warm.
This is luxury shaped by ease, privacy, and intention.
There’s always something to enjoy in Las Catalinas, but May has a little something special: The weather is still warm and bright, but fresh rains have begun to turn the hillsides green again. It’s a best-of-both-worlds, designed for full enjoyment.
Morning Hikes in Clear Early Light
The trails are especially beautiful this time of year. Early start times mean bright skies, cooler temperatures, and long views up and down the coast. Whether you prefer a gentle route along the bluff or a more elevated climb, the quieter season means you often have the lookouts to yourselves.
A private yoga session in your villa courtyard, a couples massage timed after your hike, or a quiet moment on a shaded terrace creates an easy arc to your day. Add vibroacoustic therapy, red-light therapy, or guided journaling if you want a deeper reset. May’s calmer energy supports a slower, more restorative rhythm.
With lighter visitor traffic, it’s even easier to reserve a private chef or plan a custom dinner. Many couples love ending the day on their terrace, sharing a quiet meal as the sky darkens. It’s refined but relaxed, and it lets you savor Las Catalinas’ atmosphere in complete privacy.
Mornings in May are often ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, or swimming out toward the sea platform off Playa Danta. The water stays warm and gentle. You can explore at your own pace or let our concierge arrange a guided outing.
If you want something off the beaten path, a coffee plantation trip, a mangrove tour, or a wildlife-focused riverboat outing adds meaningful discovery to your stay without interrupting the trip’s slower flow.
May is warm, bright, and reliable in the mornings. As the afternoon approaches, you may see light rains or short-lived showers that cool the air and bring out the rich greens of the early rainy season. Most couples find this adds to the atmosphere, especially during slow afternoons or early dinners in town.
Your concierge will help shape your days around the rhythm of the weather. Morning outdoor adventures, long mid-day pauses, and optional late-afternoon activities that can be easily adjusted keep your trip effortless.
Our curated villas for two are chosen for their architectural intimacy and proximity to the coastline and Beach Town. Depending on the home you pick, you might find:
Everything in town is walkable, so you can wander to dinner, the beach, cafés, or scenic overlooks without ever needing a car. And if you want the convenience of having a vehicle for airport transfers or day trips beyond town, we can arrange it and match you with a villa that offers easy car access and/or parking.
Your concierge can assist with:
We handle the logistics, so you have more space to focus on each other and far less time spent coordinating the details.
If you want a Costa Rica getaway that’s warm, intimate, atmospheric, and genuinely unrushed, May offers a version of Las Catalinas that many couples prefer over peak season. The softer light, calmer town energy, and early green-season beauty create an experience that’s perfect for two.
If you’re curious about planning a May escape, our concierge would love to help you explore the possibilities.
