In 2002, we  left our corporate jobs in search of a higher quality of life. We drove our Toyota 4Runner with our two dogs, Ripley and Jack Brown (hence the name RipJack), from California to Costa Rica.  After months of exploration, the magical little town of  Playa Grande won our hearts.

We spent a few years becoming locals which is when we met our good friend and partner Luli Andreozzi. Realizing it was time to either do something in Costa Rica or head back to the states, we gathered some friends, pitched in some money and bought a run down little 8 room hotel on the beach.  We had no idea the adventure we were about to embark on!

What began with 8 rooms and one tiny restaurant has grown over the last fifteen years into a 21 room boutique hotel that also now includes: 2 swimming pools, 2 yoga studios and a large tree top restaurant.

We consider the hotel an extension of our home. The staff treats you like family and the vibe here is like nowhere else on earth. Whether you choose a standard room or a family suite, our Playa Grande hotel has something for everyone.

RipJack Inn sits 75m from Playa Grande’s main surf break. Daily yoga classes are offered to the public in our beautiful shala. If you love to surf, if you love to practice yoga, and if you love great food, you’ll feel right at home here!

Year after year, returning guests make their annual trip to our hotel, and new visitors discover what makes RipJack Inn the place to stay in Playa Grande, Costa Rica.