We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Costa Rica. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated January 2024.
PUERTO VIEJO.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Superb interior design. Popular among women.Opened July 2021. Beachfront property located in Puerto Viejo. Estblishment set 40 m away from the beach., less than 1 km from Chiquita Beach. Jaguar Rescue Center is 2.7 km from the accommodation. aWà Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a bar, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Four different types of room will surprise the visitor, energy, color and design fused in a very special way A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at aWà Beach Hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel in Punta Uva, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica, is known for its beautiful rooms with balconies or terraces overlooking the sea or garden. The attention to detail and unique room designs seamlessly blend with the surrounding jungle.
TAMARINDO.Great location. Good breakfast. The Coast Beachfront Hotel is located on Tamarindo Beach. We offer 24-hour reception, security, private parking, concierge services and the hotel is a 5-minute walk downtown. Tamarindo Airport is 10 minutes' away while the international Liberia airport is one hour. The Coast Beachfront Hotel offers free optic fibre WiFi throughout the property. There are rooms with beach views and pool views. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy great swimming and surfing out front. There are lounge chairs, beach chairs and boogie boards. For a surcharge, the property offers a round trip airport shuttle. While our hotel does not have a restaurante, all our units are equipped with a full kitchen. As well there are many restaurants in the area.Show full description
MONTEVERDE COSTA RICA. Boutique hotel.Great breakfast. Great value. Boasting a garden and terrace, as well as a restaurant, Koora Monteverde-a Cloud Forest Hotel by Sandglass is set in Monteverde Costa Rica. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation offers free WiFi. All units in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms feature a desk. Fortuna is 26 km from Koora Monteverde-a Cloud Forest Hotel by Sandglass, while Monteverde Costa Rica is 1.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria Airport.Show full description
This unique boutique hotel provides cozy accommodations with balconies that offer breathtaking views of the cloud forest. The hotel focuses on eco-tourism and allows guests to explore rare microclimates within the Aguti Reserve.
NOSARA.Lovely property. Trendy. Great value. Popular among women. Tierra Magnifica is an Intimate Resort that offers an outdoor pool and spa centre, is set in Nosara in the Guanacaste Region. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Most units have ocean view balconies or terrace for your convenience. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings. Guiones Beach is 2 km from Tierra Magnifica, while Pelada Beach is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 124 km from the property. Nosara Airstrip is also a convenient option, only 7 km away of the property if you plan to take a local flight. The property offer free courtesy shuttle to Guiones Beach four times a day. Welcome Juice, Made to order breakfast are included in your room rate.Show full description
PUERTO VIEJO.Nice style. Unique. Cosy rooms. Located in Puerto Viejo, 300 metres from Chiquita Beach, Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection features certain units that include a balcony, and each room includes a coffee machine. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. An American, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for snorkelling and cycling, and car hire is available at the hotel. Cocles Beach is 400 metres from Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection, while Punta Uva Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International, 45 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
JACÓ. Boutique hotel.Great views. This luxurious oceanfront boutique Hotel has a private beach and stunning views of Nicoya Gulf and Jacó´s crescent beaches. It offers gourmet dining, a serenity spa and magnificent infinity pool. The lavish rooms at Hotel Villa Caletas have Victorian design, with quality black wood furniture and grand 4-poster beds. All have mosaic floors and some have a terrace with hydromassage tub. The concierge at Villa Caletas offers rainforest hiking tours, canopy-walks and beach horseback rides. Guests can use the gym, and unwind with a perfumed oil massage. The Anfiteatro Restaurant at Caletas Villas offers individual terraces with dramatic sunset views. Mirador Restaurant serves French and Central American fusion food, fine wines, and sinful deserts. Guests can enjoy the ocean view from the infinity pool, with a miniature waterfall and tropical island. They can also order exotic cocktails and a la carte dishes on Caletas Beach, 2 km from the hotel.Show full description
UVITA. Boutique hotel.Charming. Highly elegant. Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection by Cayuga Collection in Uvita provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a bar and a private beach area. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. The units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. Guests at Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection can enjoy a à la carte breakfast. The restaurant at the accommodation serves Caribbean and Seafood cuisine. You can play billiards at Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection, and car hire is available. Playa Hermosa is 20 km from the hotel, while Dominical is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Palmar Sur, 45 km from Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection , and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most CHARMING AND ELEGANT boutique hotels in Costa Rica.
MONTEVERDE COSTA RICA. Boutique hotel.Comfortable beds. Featuring a garden and a bar, Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection by Cayuga Collection is set in Monteverde Costa Rica, 4 km from Sky Adventures Monteverde and 6 km from Selvatura Adventure Park. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers entertainment staff and a concierge service. The units at the hotel come with a seating area. At Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection all rooms come with a desk and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a à la carte or American breakfast. Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection offers a terrace. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Senda Monteverde Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection include Monteverde Ecological Sanctuary, Monteverde Orchid Garden and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens. The nearest airport is Tambor, 111 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
MANUEL ANTONIO.Cosy rooms. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. We would like our Guests to experience Costa Rica at its fullest and most beautiful. As such, during the high season (01/01/2022 - 30/04/2023), Makanda By The Sea observes a 3 night minimum stay. We can't wait for our Guests to spend their holidays in our elegant escape. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only is located in Manuel Antonio. Full breakfast is available for $30+tax. The property is 200 metres from the private beach. The suites here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Some suites have a sea view and a garden view. The studios also include an iPod dock, a CD player and cable channels. The property has an on-site restaurant, and the nearest supermarket is located 600 metres away. At Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only you will find a terrace. Other services offered include a massages and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding and fishing. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 68 km away. The property offers free parking and free Wi-Fi access.Show full description
NOSARA.Opened September 2022. Set in Nosara, 400 metres from Guiones Beach, Sendero Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar. All rooms come with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace and others also have pool views. Pelada Beach is 1.7 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Nosara, 5 km from Sendero Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
TAMARINDO.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Popular among women. This property is a beachfront hotel that has an outdoor pool, spa facilities and massage services. It also features meeting rooms, gardens and on-site shops. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in the business centre and private parking. The rustic-style rooms at Capitán Suizo Beach Front Boutique Hotel are air conditioned and have a seating area, safety deposit box and balconies. They are decorated with wooden furniture and light-coloured beddings. The on-site restaurant serves local dishes and international-style cuisine. It also has a bar. Hotel Capitán Suizo Beach Front Boutique Hotel can help the guest with the arrangements to take tours like canopy, sports fishing or horseback riding. Kayaking is also a suggested activity. Tamarindo Beach is less than 200 metres from the hotel and guests can be at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport after a 1-hour drive.Show full description
POTRERO.Very stylish. Charming. Comfortable beds.Opened September 2021. Located less than 1 km from Potrero Beach, LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Featuring views of the mountain, all units in the property come with private entrance and a pool with a view. Some of the units include a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. At the aparthotel, all units include bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, the aparthotel provides kids pool. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Penca Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Prieta Beach is a 18-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Tamarindo, 21 km from LA QUEBRADA ECO LODGE Hotel Boutique, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
MANUEL ANTONIO. Resort.Popular among women. Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection by Cayuga Collection features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a bar and shared lounge in Manuel Antonio. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property has a hammam, evening entertainment and a concierge service. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a bath, a hairdryer and a desk. All units feature a wardrobe. Guests at the resort can enjoy a continental breakfast. Arenas del Mar Beachfront offers a terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Playa Biesanz is 1.3 km from Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection, while El Santuario Canopy Adventure Tour is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International, 119 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
UVITA.Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great views. Popular among couples. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Golden Pineapple Villas offers accommodation in Uvita, 18 km from Playa Hermosa. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All units feature a seating area for your convenience and private pool. You will find a coffee machine and kitchen in the room. Rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath. Extras include bathrobes and free toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Santa Elena is 21 km from Golden Pineapple Villas, while Dominical is 17 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has outstanding views. It is very popular among couples travelling to Costa Rica.
FORTUNA.Elegant. Beautiful. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Nayara Springs - Adults Only is a beautiful, adults-only and boutique hotel surrounded by tropical rainforest, just 7 km from La Fortuna Town Centre. It features free daily breakfast, in addition to a spa and a large outdoor pool. Each luxurious suite here features a plunge pool fed by natural mineral hot springs and includes romantic contemporary décor. These large units also include a seating area, a flat-screen TV, the minibar is free, EXCEPT wine and liquor. Laundry services are included in the room rate, and guests also enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. There is also a fitness centre and restaurant and bar. This hotel is connected by a bridge with the sister property Nayara Hotel, Spa & Gardens. Arenal Volcano National Park can be reached in 20 minutes by car, while Juan Santamaria International Airport in Alajuela is a 3-hour drive away. The property has an on-site helicopter pad.Show full description
MAL PAÍS.Delightful property. Hip. Cosy rooms. Paradise Beach Lodge is a boutique hotel in Mal Pais with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace. Property has a communal kitchen for all rooms , a TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy sea views. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom, free toiletries, air conditioning and a wardrobe. Santa Teresa Beach is 4 km from Paradise Beach Lodge, while Montezuma is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tambor Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is the most beautiful, cool and relaxing luxury hotel in Costa Rica. WOW!
MANUEL ANTONIO. Resort.Elegant. Great views. Tulemar Resort is situated in Manuel Antonio. The resort has a private beach area, water sports facilities, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Buena Vista Luxury Villas and Tulemar Bungalows features free WiFi . Free private parking is available on site. Some units feature views of the sea or garden. You will find a gift shop at the property. Car hire is available at this resort and the area is popular for hiking. Esterillos is 40 km from Tulemar Resort, while Santa María is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 61 km from the property.Show full description
FORTUNA. Boutique hotel.Good breakfast. Nayara Gardens is a luxury boutique hotel and spa set against the panoramic backdrop of the Arenal Volcano, surrounded by Costa Rican Rainforest. Private bungalows have a private terrace with a plunge pool. Bungalows at Nayara Gardens feature local hand-woven fabrics and solid handcrafted wood furniture. All have internet and a flower garden. Guests at Nayara Gardens can book a safari through the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, or horseback ride to the Fortuna Waterfall. They can also hike along the Celeste River. For relaxation, the spa at Nayara Gardens offers coffee scrubs and volcanic mud treatments. Guests can unwind with en exotic cocktail from the outdoor pool and wet bar. The bamboo decked restaurant offers 360-degree gardens views and serves Costa Rican cuisine, while the wine bar features a selection of South American and Spanish wines and canapés.Show full description
GUÁCIMO.Romantic. Unique. Great interior design. Situated in Guácimo, 13 km from Ebal Rodriguez Stadium, Ecolirios Boutique Hotel and Spa features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation provides a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms have a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. The rooms have a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also boast a kitchen fitted with a fridge. All rooms have a wardrobe. Guests at Ecolirios Boutique Hotel and Spa can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Guácimo, like cycling. Universidad EARTH is 15 km from Ecolirios Boutique Hotel and Spa. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International, 82 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most romantic, unique and authentic luxury hotel in Costa Rica. WOW!
FORTUNA. Boutique hotel.Unique. Popular among couples. Located in Fortuna and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 10 km, Amor Arenal Adults Friendly offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is set 3.1 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, 14 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and 16 km from Sky Adventures Arenal. The hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, karaoke and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Amor Arenal Adults Friendly features certain units with pool views, and each room is fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. At Amor Arenal Adults Friendly you will find a restaurant serving American, local and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The hotel offers a hot tub. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at Amor Arenal Adults Friendly. Speaking English and Spanish at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area. Venado Caves is 19 km from the accommodation, while Arenal Natura Ecological Park is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Fortuna, 17 km from Amor Arenal Adults Friendly, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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