The essentials
- Seats
- 5 seats
- Rental
- By the day or week
- Book at least
- 12 h ahead
- Cancellation
- Free up to 48 h before
- Security deposit
- USD 500
- Requirements
- Driver's license and rental agreement
Options
Pick how to rent it: each option opens the booking with that rate.
- By the dayUSD 958:00 AM to 5:00 PMChoose
- By the weekUSD 5507 days, from 8:00 AM on the first day to 5:00 PM on the lastChoose
Security deposit: USD 500 per vehicle. The team explains how it works when they hand you the vehicle.
How it works
- 1
Build your request
The date, the time and for how long, in the booking step; then you send it to us.
- 2
We confirm
We'll write to confirm availability and explain how to pay, how to send your documents and how to sign the agreement.
- 3
Ready to go
We confirm the unit assigned to you before the handover.
Handover and return
We arrange the handover with you.
What we'll ask you for
License and passport or ID
A valid driver's license, plus your passport or Costa Rican ID: one of the two is enough. The team reviews them before the handover.
More about documentsThe signed agreement
The rental agreement is signed before the handover: we tell you how when we confirm availability.
More about the agreement
Good to know
Security deposit
USD 500 per vehicle. You see it with the total before you book, and the team explains how it works when they hand you the vehicle.
Good to know in Nosara
Dirt roads
Most of Nosara is dirt road: dusty in the dry season, mud and puddles in the green one. Drive slowly, especially near homes and people walking.
The beach isn't a road
Driving on the sand isn't allowed in Costa Rica. Leave the vehicle at the beach access and walk the last bit.
Better by daylight
Roads have no street lights. Plan to be back before dark: the sun sets between 5:15 PM and 6:10 PM, depending on the month.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 48 h before the start. You can cancel it from your booking in the app. After that, get in touch and we'll see how we can help.
Cancellation windowsFrequently asked questions
How much is the security deposit?
USD 500 per vehicle. You see it with the total before you book, and the team explains how it works when they hand you the vehicle.
What do I need to rent it?
A valid driver's license, your passport or Costa Rican ID, and the signed rental agreement. We'll write to you to confirm availability and explain how to send your documents and sign the agreement.
How far ahead do I need to book?
At least 12 h ahead.
Can I cancel?
Free cancellation up to 48 h before the start. After that, get in touch and we'll see how we can help.
Can I drive on the beach?
No. Driving on the sand is prohibited in Costa Rica, and the agreement prohibits it too. Leave the vehicle at the beach access.
Booking with Lapa
Rental agreement
Every rental has its agreement, signed before the handover.
Documents reviewed
The team reviews your documents before the handover.
Payment with Tilopay
You pay by card on Tilopay's secure page: your card never goes through Lapa.
Based in Nosara · open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Costa Rica time
Goes well with
Airport transfers · LIR → Nosara
Airport transfer Liberia (LIR) - Nosara
- 2.5 h
- Up to 4 passengers
- Book 24 h ahead
USD 150 per trip
Free cancellation up to 24 h before
Groceries · At your villa
Grocery delivery
We shop and deliver; groceries billed separately
- Request 2 h ahead
- Concierge 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
USD 25
Free cancellation up to 24 h before
Surf · Playa Guiones
Surf lesson at Playa Guiones
- 2 h
- Up to 6 per departure
- Book 12 h ahead
USD 65 per person
Free cancellation up to 24 h before
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