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This part of the Rico Realty site focuses on Commercial properties. Most realtors in Costa Rica have pretty much the same listings. To assist in your search, I will select a few of the best buys in this area and give you my assessment on value and quality. I know that I can get you the best price and advise you on small or big problems before you buy. Give us a try…maybe we’ll be good friends…and…neighbors. Jim Aoki

Commercial Properties For Sale

Lake Arenal Commercial: Find Your Niche-Commercial Establishment with Lots of Options

Price: $140,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 8
Property Type: Restaurant
Beds/Baths: -/2
Baths: 2
Location: Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Urban
View Type: Lake View
Total Lot Size: 400.00 m² (4,305.55 sq ft)
Total Interior Area: 232.00 m² (2,497.22 sq ft)

$140.000 SELLER MOTIVATED Located in the town of Nuevo Arenal with Views of Lake Arenal and Volcano Arenal with plenty of outdoor seating space as well as indoor. Large kitchen area and bar. This building has many options from restaurant to hostel to cafe or personal residence! There is the main building and 2 lots adjoining with a total of just under 1/4 of an acre of land. The main building is approximately 2,500 sq ft. and there is a wood fired oven built for pizza, bread, etc. Illness forces sale of this establishment. Put your thoughts to work for a retirement business or hobby! Formally known as "toro bravo" was the best known bar in town. Building was sold and re-constructed, new roof, beautiful tiling and later housed an Italian restaurant . It was known as "The place for barbecue!" Later 2 new large bathrooms (handicap compliant) were added and a large wood burning pizza oven. Listed below are the items included. > 1. Large pizza oven > 2. Commercial stove > 3. Never used deep fryer > 4. Bar > 5. Kitchen > > When you finally decide to move to Costa Rica, after some time , having a business to be involved in and being involved in the community has immense value. Arenal is a diverse community with many International residents. The climate is cooler than the beaches and offers many opportunities, to include gardening! The birds are the best we've seen in Costa Rica! > The 2 lots behind restaurant are connected by a town road and could be utilized in many ways. 1. Further expansion of business, 2. U lock it , badly needed,3. Grow your own organic produce for the business 4. Cabina rentals and many more! Being in town offers many opportunities !

Garden of Eden: Popular Lodge / B&B property

Price: $590,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 15
Property Type: Hotel/Resort/Hostel
Beds/Baths: 9/8
Beds: 9
Baths: 8
Location: Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Countryside, Mountain
View Type: Lake View, Western View
Total Lot Size: 0.50 ha (1.24 acre)
Total Interior Area: 210.00 m² (2,260.41 sq ft)

Great opportunity for those who plan to start a new life in beautiful Costa Rica. This Lodge type B&B property, located close to Nuevo Arenal, has successfully been in business since 1992. However, the owner is currently taking a break and has put the property up for sale. The Lodge offers stunning views of Lake Arenal, the surrounding mountains and colorful sunsets. Very quiet and private, tucked into a beautifully landscaped tropical garden with a green house, a large variety of tropical plants, fruit trees (water apples, Bananas and Plantains, Papaya), medical plants, and animals, this lodge is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation at Lake Arenal, Costa Rica. This place is the perfect “home base” while exploring the area around Lake Arenal. Many touristic attractions, such as Volcano Arenal, Hot springs, the touristic town La Fortuna, hanging bridges and canopy tours etc., can be reached within one hour. Several providers for water sports are located at a short distance (Ticowind wind/kite surfing, Fly Zone Wakeboarding etc.). Other activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking …… it never gets boring at Lake Arenal ! Only 2 hours to Intl. Airport Liberia, and 30 minutes from there you get to some of the most beautiful beaches on the pacific coast. Drive to San Jose in 3+ hours for major shopping and fun in the city. The property includes the following buildings: 1) 5 guest rooms with private bath each. Large covered front porch shared by all rooms / 2) 2 superior guest rooms (one is handicapped friendly) with private bath each and large deck with lake view / 3) Restaurant, seats 16 guests, outside seating area, kitchen, living area, office, reception, storage, bathroom, laundry area / 4) Home with 2 bedrooms, bath, living area. No kitchen. Suitable as a managers home or additional rental. All buildings are ingood condition and the large lot offers plenty of space for more buildings, pool, veggie garden etc.

Garden of Eden: Popular Lodge / B&B property

Price: $590,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 15
Property Type: Hotel/Resort/Hostel
Beds/Baths: 9/8
Beds: 9
Baths: 8
Location: Nuevo Arenal, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Countryside, Mountain
View Type: Lake View, Western View
Total Lot Size: 0.50 ha (1.24 acre)
Total Interior Area: 210.00 m² (2,260.41 sq ft)

Tim´s automotive shop: Well established mechanical and body shop

Price: $450,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 4
Property Type: Mechanical repair and body shop
Beds/Baths: -/2
Baths: 2
Location: Tilarán, Tilarán, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Urban
View Type: City View
Total Lot Size: 763.00 m² (8,212.83 sq ft)
Total Interior Area: 700.00 m² (7,534.71 sq ft)

DISTRESS SALE: This well established mechanical car and body shop has been in business for over 30 years. The owners are now ready to retire and open to offers. Excellent location ! Great value ! All business licenses up to date ! The building is currently used as car repair shop but there are more options for future usage (Gym, Grocery store, hotel etc.) Gut etablierte Autowerkstatt (Mechaniker und Karosserie) ist seit über 30 Jahren im Geschäft und die Besitzer haben beschlossen dass es an der Zeit ist in Rente zu gehen. Sie sind daher für Angebote offen. Erstklassige Lage, guter Preis. Die Immobilie hat alle Lizenzen die für eine Autowerkstatt notwendig sind, sie kann aber auch für andere Zwecke umgebaut werden (Fitnesszenter, Supermarkt, Restaurant, Hotel etc)

1 of Only 6 Storage Unit businesses in Costa Rica with Residence Home: Easy Income Earner-Fully Licensed

Price: $650,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 6
Property Type: Storage Units with Home
Beds/Baths: 2/1
Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Location: Aeropuerto , Guácima, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Location Type: Countryside
View Type: City View, Greenbelt View
Total Lot Size: 3,181.65 m² (34,246.86 sq ft)
Total Interior Area: 100.00 m² (1,076.39 sq ft)

This is an opportunity that won’t last long. If you’ve been thinking about retiring and leaving the rat race, join a very large and content ex-pat community here and kick back. The complex is just about four years old and offers the owner(s) security, a safe environment to live in and best of all it provides an income for a couple. No full-time employees are necessary. The self-monitoring closed circuit TV security system allows you to sleep in comfort and without worry. The complex is located just outside Alajuela, an hour drive to the Pacific Beaches, ten minutes from the city of Grecia, ten minutes from the city of Naranjo, fifteen minutes from the city of San Ramon and about twenty minutes across the river to the city of Atenas. It is out in the country away from the city but near enough for the conveniences the cities offer. There are a total of 18 units with 16 units rented currently. The smaller size measuring at the opening of each sliding steel - 10’ wide by 10’ high and 20’ deep. The larger size is 10’ by 10’ by 25’ deep. There are nine of each. Average monthly income is $3,000 and this fluctuates to as much as $40,000 per year plus. Many times there is a waiting list. The closest Self Storage facility is more than 20 miles away. There is virtually no competition. There are only six storage complexes in all of Costa Rica. Annual income on the bodegas alone is currently $40.000. Additional income can be derived with yard stored items such as boats, equipment, etc. No full-time employees are necessary. Comparable business endeavors require several employees to run. The property can be managed by a couple. Owner Residence: 30’ X 47’ 1,410 sq ft + 100 sq ft = 1510 sqft 100 sq ft standalone laundry off kitchen with sink And a solar 60 gal hot water tank/150 amp circuit breaker box Air-conditioned Large yard for pets Contact us for more information

Lake Arenal Hotel & Resort: Well established Hotel overlooking Lake Arenal

Price: $2,000,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 15
Property Type: Hotel/Resort/Hostel
Beds/Baths: 21/21
Beds: 21
Baths: 21
Location: La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Countryside
View Type: Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View, Wooded View
Total Lot Size: 4.45 ha (11.00 acre)
Total Interior Area: 3,000.00 m² (32,291.60 sq ft)

Outstanding business opportunity. Hotel / Resort / Restaurant / Brewery, successfully operating since 1992. The Hotel has 21 rooms with private bathrooms, some with a fireplace and/or kitchenette. Large swimming pool, large jacuzzi, tennis court, large laundry area. Excellent road access, professionally landscaped gardens and green zones. Dairy and pigs on the farm for a great family attraction! Most of the electricity comes from renewable sources (solar, biogas) which keeps the utility bills to a minimum. The bar is rented to a third party and pays a free and clear 25% of total income on a per month basis just as is the restaurant kitchen that pays 15% of plate sales per month, both year round. Note all related expenses including electricity, employees and all purchases generating sales and taxes are paid by the bar-restaurant tenants. The local Chef and his partner are trained in international cuisine, both are dedicated to the restaurant and the client's experience! Great food, great ambiance, and musical events on a regular basis. The on-site 3.5 barrel Regional Brewery pays $2,000 rent per month on 100m2 space and serves as the main attraction for the bar-restaurant. The brewery produces six types of beer, selling them not only at the bar/restaurant but also at La Fortuna Pub and the Monteverde Beer House with additional sales in the capital city ( San Jose), Jaco, and Coco beach among others! The off-premises sales generate traffic to the bar restaurant, quite unusual for a hotel to be known for great and reasonably priced food here in Costa Rica. Appraised at $2,600,000.-- the hotel is offered for sale at $2,000,000.-- or a 51% ownership at $1,326,000.--

COUNTRY INN: HOSPITALITY BUSINESS, BED & BREAKFAST, RESORT, RETREAT, HOSTEL

Price: $380,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 37
Property Type: Mixed Use Building
Beds/Baths: -/7
Baths: 7
Location: La Tejona, Santa Rosa, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Countryside
View Type: Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Southern View, Western View, Wooded View
Total Lot Size: 1.00 ha (2.47 acre)
Total Interior Area: 450.00 m² (4,843.74 sq ft)

Well established hospitality business with high occupancy rate all year round. Located on the main lake road (paved) and only 15 Minutes from Tilaran and 90 Minutes from the Intl. Airport in Liberia. The owners are getting ready to retire and are offering this great opportunity at an extraordinarily low price. All buildings are very well built and in excellent condition. The property of 2.5 acres has its own water well and plenty of unused space for more buildings, a pool, rancho, animals, organic garden, restaurant etc. The following buildings are included: 1 Main residence, 1780 sq.ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open concept living/dining/kitchen, large covered porch, laundry area. 5 separate guest bungalows in different sizes, 1 bedroom and 1 bath each. 1 Storage building / covered Carport / Laundry room. Total constructed area 4844 square feet (main house, guest bungalows, utility building) A solar system is providing hot water to all buildings. The property has a large variety of fruit trees, such as bananas and plantains, 2 different types of oranges, 3 different types of lemon trees, papaya trees, star fruit, coconuts, cocoa, grapefruit, tangerines, kumquats, guanabana, guayaba, passion fruit, macadamia nuts, pineapple plants, blackberries, Uchuva, Moringa, Cas fruit and a small vegetable garden. The property backs up to a forested area where many tropical animals and birds can be observed. The lake Arenal area is centrally located and many touristic attractions can be reached on a daytrip, to include some of the beautiful pacific beaches, Monteverde cloud forest, Vientos Frescos Waterfalls, Rio Celeste (the blue river), Corobici River Rafting, Arenal Volcano, Tabacon Hot Springs and the tourist town La Fortuna. The quaint town of Tilaran offers everything for your daily needs. For major shopping one can make a trip to Liberia (Walmart) or San Jose (PriceSmart) etc. Lake Arenal is also famous for its many options of outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, windsurfing, wake boarding and paddle boarding. The area is home to many expats from all over the world who will be more than happy to welcome you to the neighborhood.

PRIME LOCATION/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: LAKE VIEW HOBBY HOTEL-RESTAURANT-BAR

Price: $599,000
Status: Active
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 12
Property Type: HOTEL/BAR/RESTAURANT
Beds/Baths: 14/14
Beds: 14
Baths: 14
Location: Río Piedras, Tierras Morenas, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Mountain
View Type: Lake View
Total Lot Size: 1.09 ha (2.69 acre)
Total Interior Area: 850.00 m² (9,149.29 sq ft)

Situated on the main lake road with 2.69 acres. 14 rooms, 8 bungalow style and 6 rustic lodge rooms, a large restaurant area for guests with adjoining bar. Perfect location for travelers, windsurfers, community activities, weekenders with close access to the lake and windsurf site Tico Wind.

Puerto San Luis: SOLD !! Former Hotel / Yacht Club / Lake Front Resort. Drastically reduced price !

Price: $610,000
Status: Sold
Listing Type: Commercial Sale
Images: 24
Property Type: Hotel/Resort/Hostel
Beds/Baths: 19/25
Beds: 19
Baths: 25
Location: Puerto San Luis, Arenal, Tilarán, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Location Type: Lakefront
View Type: Bay View, Eastern View, Garden View, Greenbelt View, Lake View, Mountain View, Northern View
Total Lot Size: 6.76 ha (16.70 acre)
Total Interior Area: 1,500.00 m² (16,145.80 sq ft)

SOLD !! Puerto San Luis Hotel and Yacht Club with direct Lake access and floating dock. Almost 17 acres and several commercial buildings located in a protected bay of Lake Arenal. 19 hotelrooms with private bath and balcony, Large restaurant building / Event center / lake bar / Boat storage room. Smaller Restaurant / Bar, Pool with water slide, large Jacuzzi Pool, 2 Offices, Billard or excercise room, utility rooms, storage space. The sale includes land and buildings. No furniture or equipment. Puerto San Luis is the best spot for all types of water sport all year around. Buildings need renovation. The photos show the place when it was fully operating. The larger portion of the property is undevelloped and is suitable for residential and commercial development, or reforest it and create hiking trails for hotel guests. A small creek runs along one side of the property and into the lake.