Local services in Puerto Viejo & Cahuita

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Puerto Viejo's 8 verified services are led by 2 car rental agencies and 2 property managers, a compact but essential lineup for the South Caribbean's smaller resident and vacation-rental base compared to the Pacific coast zones.

Car Rental $$

Adobe Rent a Car Limon

Cahuita

Adobe Rent a Car operates a branch in Limon, half a kilometer west of the Auto Banco Nacional on Route 32, a few blocks from the cruise ship docks and about an hour from Cahuita and Puerto Viejo. It carries the same fleet as Adobe's other Caribbean office, including 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles, and offers vehicle delivery arrangements for travelers arriving by domestic flight into Limon. It is part of Costa Rica's largest, wholly Costa Rican owned rental car company.

Car Rental $$

Adobe Rent a Car Puerto Viejo

Puerto Viejo

Adobe Rent a Car runs a full-service branch in downtown Puerto Viejo, 100 meters east of Banco de Costa Rica on Central Avenue, open daily from 8am to 5pm. The office carries sedans, 4x2 and 4x4 SUVs, and pickups, and offers free delivery to hotels within 11 kilometers. Adobe is Costa Rica's largest car rental company, 100 percent Costa Rican owned, with zero-deductible insurance options.

Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Caribe Shuttle

Puerto Viejo

Shuttle company based in the southern Caribbean offering shared van service between Puerto Viejo, Cahuita, and destinations across Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua. Routes include San Jose, Arenal, Tortuguero, and Bocas del Toro with hotel pickup and drop-off. Most vans have onboard WiFi.

Property Management $$

Los Suenos Puerto Viejo Property Management

Puerto Viejo

Los Suenos Puerto Viejo Property Management handles short-term and long-term rental properties in the Puerto Viejo area, including guest bookings, tenant relations, maintenance, and legal compliance for owners. The company manages a portfolio of vacation homes in Playa Cocles and Playa Negra that it also markets directly to travelers.

Private Driver $$$

Puerto Viejo Travel

Puerto Viejo

Puerto Viejo Travel is a locally based agency in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca offering private taxi and private van transfers from San Jose, alongside the shared shuttle and regional flight booking. The private taxi option is built for two passengers departing on the traveler's own schedule, and the private van option serves groups or families needing more space. The company also runs local tours and is rated 5 out of 5 across its Tripadvisor reviews.

Spa $$$

Pure Jungle Spa

Puerto Viejo

Jungle spa in Puerto Viejo, across from Rocking J's, offering massages, tropical facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures in an open-air rainforest setting. Treatments start with an aromatic copper-basin foot soak and a signature jungle elixir. Couples treatments are available and the spa is open daily.

Real Estate Agent $$$

RISE Caribe

Puerto Viejo

Boutique real estate and property management firm serving Puerto Viejo and the southern Caribbean, with listings across Cahuita, Cocles, Playa Negra, Punta Uva, and Manzanillo. The team handles home and land sales, vacation rentals, and full property management. Owner and broker is Shevonne Newton.

Property Management $$$

Tropical Living Collective

Puerto Viejo

Property management and vacation rental company covering Caribe Sur, with rental homes in Puerto Viejo, Punta Uva, Playa Negra, and Manzanillo. Services span management, home maintenance, water management, construction, and real estate. The team cites over two decades of experience in the area.

Frequently asked questions

Can I rent a car in Puerto Viejo?

Yes, Adobe Rent a Car serves both Puerto Viejo and nearby Cahuita.

Are there property managers in Puerto Viejo?

Yes, 2 verified property managers serve the zone, including Los Suenos Puerto Viejo Property Management.

How do I get to Puerto Viejo?

Caribe Shuttle is a verified shuttle and airport transfer option serving the zone.

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