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Florblanca Resort
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Beach |
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Biking, Spa/Yoga, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Horseback Riding |
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Description:
Just 10 villas on an unspoiled beach. Distinguished cuisine and yoga overlooking the sea. Restaurant combines local ingredients with Pacific Rim techniques in what may well be the best cuisine in the Pacific. "Ten large, romantic, air-conditioned villas are on seven acres of white-sand beach. Each villa has an ocean view and outdoor bath with sunken tub." -Lonely Planet Costa Rica (2004) |
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Si Como No Hotel & Resort
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing, Spa/Yoga |
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Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Biking, Hiking, Rafting |
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Description:
Located in Manuel Antonio, the Hotel's 58 rooms are distributed within ten separate terraces located on ten acres of tropical gardens. The eco-friendly approach has low energy air conditioning, a Disney-like atmosphere, pool with water slide and swim-up bar, a movie theater, solar-heated Jacuzzi, and a fine seafood restaurant. Next to a small shopping center with a deli and a Internet café. Hot climate. |
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Four Seasons Papagayo
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Beach |
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Golf Course, Spa/Yoga, Tennis Courts |
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Diving / Snorkeling, Fishing |
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Description:
153 spacious guest rooms, including 25 suites, with ocean, bay, garden or forest views from furnished outdoor balconies or terraces; many suites feature private plunge pools. "Perched on a rugged peninsula on Costa Rica's northwestern coast, the resort epitomizes the romance of refined and remote luxury." -Luxury Latin America |
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Villablanca Cloud Forest Hotel
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Mountain / Rural Farm / Tropical Cloud Forest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Hiking, Spa/Yoga |
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Description:
Located on a hilltop an hour from the San Jose International Airport, Villablanca is in the elite group of “Green Hotels of Costa Rica.” It has 34 spacious “casitas,” nicely decorated and many with fireplaces to combat the cool, mountain climate. The restaurant serves traditional Central American food as well as salads and other healthy choices. Facilities include a lounge, entertainment room with games for children, spa, gift shop with quality handicrafts, conference room, and a 34-seat multimedia theater featuring nightly movies. Nature trails on the property and birding and other tours offered. Cool climate. |
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Montaña de Fuego Resort & Spa
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Mountain / Volcano |
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Biking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Fishing, Rafting |
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Description:
Located five miles out of La Fortuna, this hotel has 16 standard cabins and 24 junior suites, all air conditioned with hot water private baths and enclosed porches. Junior Suites have refrigerators. Acuarelas, a new restaurant at the hotel, serves international cuisine. Surrounded by gardens and nature trails. Children under ten stay free. Temperate climate. |
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Tilajari Resort Hotel
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Mountain |
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Biking |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Fishing, Rafting, Tennis Courts |
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Description:
Costa Rica's premier hotel resort in the lush valley of San Carlos. The spectacular Arenal Volcano is located here, Central America's most active volcano. |
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Punta Islita Hotel
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Beach |
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Biking, Fishing |
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Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga, Tennis Courts |
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Diving / Snorkeling |
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Description:
This resort complex is located south of Carillo and Samara on the Nicoya Peninsula near the Camaronal Wildlife Refuge. Rooms have private patios with hammocks, some with outdoor jacuzzi or private pool. The beach is below the lodge after a 10-min. walk or short shuttle ride. Good nouvelle French-style seafood in the lodge's Palapa Restaurant. There is a cascade swimming pool with Jacuzzi, swim-up bar, restaurant, boutique and conference room. Tennis courts, driving range, gym and spa are also featured. Hot climate. |
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Lapa Ríos Ecoresort
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing, Kayaking |
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Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Description:
Located on the Osa Peninsula south of Puerto Jimenez, this eco-resort offers 14 luxuriously appointed bungalows with screened windows, hardwood floors, private balconies and both inside and outside private showers. There is a swimming pool with bar and sundeck, and a terraced restaurant hangs over the forest with a view of the sea.
1000 acres of private reserve include a sandy stretch of virgin beach. Hot climate. |
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DoubleTree Cariari
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Suburb |
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Golf Course, Rafting |
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Spa/Yoga, Tennis Courts |
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Description:
The DoubleTree Cariari is located 5 mins. from the international airport and 20 mins. from downtown San Jose, this hotel offers deluxe resort facilities. 196 spacious rooms and 24 suites are arranged around an outdoor pool with swim-up bar. There are 10 tennis courts, and access to the championship golf course, as well as a small casino and disco. Temperate climate. |
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Xandari Plantation
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Rural Farm |
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Description:
Xandari Plantation consists of 16 spacious villas on a 40 acre coffee and fruit plantation overlooking Costa Rica's Central Valley... The creation of architect Sherrill Broudy and artist Charlene Broudy, who envisioned a paradise reflecting the natural beauty of Costa Rica. |
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Costa Rica Marriott
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Suburb |
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Rafting, Tennis Courts |
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Description:
Located minutes south of the airport, this large resort has 244 rooms and 7 executive suites with all the amenities of Marriotts worldwide. Features include a ballroom, a golf practice range, a swimming pool, three tennis courts, three restaurants for International cuisine, casual and café dining, a gym, shopping complex, amphitheater and heliport. Temperate climate. |
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Gaia Hotel & Reserve
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Canopy |
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Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Rafting |
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Description:
Member of the exclusive group, “Small Luxury Hotels of the World.” the hotel's 20 rooms are decorated in a minimalist, modern style, but there’s no skimping on luxuries. There is a three-tiered cascade pool - with a bar in the center - designed to resemble a large waterfall. Wifi throughout the property means you won’t be out of reach, even if all you see out your window is the dense forest of the hotel’s private reserve. Hot climate. |
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Mountain Paradise Lodge
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Mountain / Volcano |
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Biking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Fishing, Rafting |
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Description:
The hotel offers 15 rooms, including junior suites and two-bedroom master suites, restaurant, adult and child swimming pools, jacuzzi and wet bar. All 15 rooms are equipped with a king size bed, fine wood furniture, flat screen cable tv, wireless Internet, telephones and jacuzzi. Cool climate. |
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El Silencio Lodge & Spa
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Mountain / Tropical Cloud Forest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Hiking |
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Description:
Located at Bajos Del Toro, in the Poas Volcano National Park area, El Silencio Lodge & Spa offers 16 luxury suites with river or cloud forest views. All suites have a private viewing deck and whirlpool, fireplace and complimentary mini-bar. The hotel has a 3,000-sq-ft riverside spa with five ambiances. Cool climate. |
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Description:
Located at Bajos Del Toro, in the Poas Volcano National Park area, El Silencio Lodge & Spa offers 16 luxury suites with river or cloud forest views. All suites have a private viewing deck and whirlpool, fireplace and complimentary mini-bar. The hotel has a 3,000-sq-ft riverside spa with five ambiances. Cool climate. |
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Capitán Suizo Hotel
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Beach |
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Fishing, Golf Course, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Description:
A free and natural atmosphere with a touch of Swiss quality. Hotel Capitán Suizo is located on Playa Tamarindo, one of the most beautiful Pacific coast beaches in Costa Rica. Directly on the beach, the hotel is surrounded by large, native trees and lush, colorful gardens.
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Parador Resort & Spa
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing |
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Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Biking, Hiking, Rafting, Spa/Yoga |
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Description:
Named a Costa Rica “Leading Resort Hotel" by World Travel Awards in 2006 and 07. Situated on a majestic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by tropical rainforest, the 108-room Hotel Parador is located in a pristine area, close to Manuel Antonio National Park. Facilities include two restaurants, bars, conference room, gift shops, spa services and tennis court. It has Mediterranean-style architecture, modeled after the Traditional Spanish Paradores, with lush gardens, an infinity pool and spa services. |
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Buena Vista Villas
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Beach |
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Canopy, Fishing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Biking, Hiking, Rafting, Spa/Yoga |
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Description:
Surrounded by breath-taking panoramic views of the verdant jungle terrain and the majestic Pacific Ocean, Buena Vista's villas are tastefully decorated and comfortable. All have furnished terraces, with grill and hammock; a fully equipped kitchenette; A/C; telephone, fans, blow dryers and hot water showers. There is a pool surrounded by gardens and private beach below the property. |
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Arenas del Mar Beach & Nature Resort
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing |
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Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Biking, Hiking, Rafting, Spa/Yoga |
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Description:
Arenas del Mar is a beach and nature resort with 38 upscale rooms and suites, offering a casual beach front café and an elegant dining facility with views of Manuel Antonio National Park. There are two swimming pools, a small spa, and a gift shop as well as nature trails leading to two beaches. All rooms equipped with cable TV, ceiling fans, air conditioning, Internet, mini-bar, safe deposit box, coffee maker, microwave and iron. |
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Spa/Yoga
is excellent: Worth a special trip just to do this.
The
Spa/Yoga
is good: Worth making the time to do it.
The
Spa/Yoga
is acceptable: Once you are there if you have the time you may well enjoy it.
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