Arenal Observatory Lodge was originally built in 1987 as a research station for scientists of the Smithsonian Institute. It is one of the most authentic and educational properties in Arenal, and serves as a perfect base for a wide range of activities and adventures.
Hotel Mountain Paradise
Hotel Mountain Paradise is a boutique hotel surrounded by natural flora and fauna with the awe-inspiring Arenal Volcano in view.
Hotel Lomas del Volcan
Nestled on the slopes of Arenal Volcano, you’ll find the charming property of Hotel Lomas Del Volcan. This hotel offers a nature-focused lodging experience, hosting a collection of luxuriously outfitted bungalows with a rustic aesthetic and easy accessibility to tours and excursions in the Arenal area. Lomas del Volcan brings sustainability to the forefront: it […]
Hotel Costa Verde
This is one of the closest hotels to Manuel Antonio National Park so there is very easy access to the nearby beaches and national park where monkeys abound and are often very easily observed.
Hotel El Establo
The relaxing El Establo mountain hotel is located in the heart of Monteverde, on 150 acres of Cloud Forest Preserve.
Trapp Family Lodge
Trapp Family Lodge is the closest hotel to Monteverde Cloud Forest. This 20-room lodge has the style of a Swiss Chalet, with Costa Rican hospitality.
Selva Verde Lodge
With over 500 acres of tropical rainforest, at Selva Verde Lodge there are unparalleled chances for up close and personal encounters with nature.
Mawamba Lodge
Mawamba Lodge is situated on a sand bar between the Tortuguero Jungle Canals and the primitive beaches of the Northern Caribbean Coast.
Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Tamarindo Diria is located down by the shore – wonderfully close to the crashing surf of Playa Tamarindo.
Hotel Bosque del Mar Playa Hermosa
Hotel Bosque del Mar on Playa Hermosa has a variety of spacious suites. Choose their beachfront suite for gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean.
Olas Verdes Hotel
This small luxury surf hotel in Nosara is situated next to the Nosara Wildlife Reserve and a short walk from Guiones Beach.
Banana Azul Hotel
Hotel Banana Azul is an intimate, rustic hotel bordering a virtually uninhabited stretch of sand on the Caribbean Coast. The miles of beach available around Puerto Viejo promises that guests can always find a bit of sand just for themselves! This is truly a secluded tropical vacation. Blooming gardens adorn the property, as do several […]
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Costa Rica’s name gives away it’s beauty, literally named for its breathtaking coastline. Costa Rica’s shores are dotted with outstanding beachside hotels that highlight the wonders and diversity of the country’s landscape. When it comes down to planning your Costa Rica trip, you want to know exactly which beachfront hotel provides the perfect accommodations and amenities that suit your vacation needs. Take a look at some of our favorite beachfront hotels below!