Costa Rica Hotels - rainforest retreats and eco hotels

Lagarta Lodge

Nosara, Nicoya Peninsula

Lagarta Lodge is a boutique hotel nestled in the hills with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean on the Nicoya Peninsula. Nearby Nosara town has expansive sandy beaches and wonderful surfing opportunities.

Nantipa

Santa Teresa, Nicoya Peninsula

Nantipa is a luxury boutique beachfront hotel situated in the heart of Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula, one of the Blue Zones of the world.

Observatory Lodge in Arenal

Arenal Volcano

Closest hotel to the Arenal Volcano and within the Arenal National Park, was a former research facility for the Smithsonian Institute.

Arenal Springs

Arenal Volcano

This spacious hotel has junior suites each with a view of Arenal volcano and has excellent facilities including natural hot springs within the grounds.

Amor Arenal

Arenal Volcano

Amor is a luxury lodge situated in the rainforest at the foothills of Arenal Volcano.

Arenal Manoa

Arenal Volcano

Arenal Manoa is set in a stunning tropical rainforest surrounds with spectacular views of the volcano. Natural thermal springs are on the grounds and are fed by mineral rich waters.

Lost Iguana

Arenal Volcano

Nestled amongst jungle foliage and with stunning views of Arenal volcano, Lost Iguana is in a perfect location to explore the volcano and the surrounding nature and wildlife.

Poco a Poco Hotel

Monteverde Cloud Forest

Poco a Poco has just 32 rooms and is conveniently located close to Santa Elena town. just a few minutes from Santa Elena town, so convenient for the shops and restaurants. It is surrounded by tropical vegetation and is and 15 minute drive from Monteverde Cloud Forest.

Cloud Forest Lodge

Monteverde Cloud Forest

Cloud Forest Lodge is a boutique eco lodge nestled high in the forests of Monteverde region where the clouds embrace the lush forest canopy.

Monteverde Lodge and Gardens

Monteverde Cloud Forest

This excellent lodge is situated in the Tilaran Mountain Range about a 15 minute drive to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and a similar distance to the private cloud forest reserves of Curi-Cancha and Santa Elena. There are pretty grounds, with a few short trails and a swimming pool.

Bahia Del Sol

Potrero

Small, mid-range hotel with lovely beachfront setting on Potrero beach.

Capitan Suizo

Tamarindo

Beautiful beachfront boutique hotel located at the end of Tamarindo bay and surrounded by natural tropical foliage which ensures plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities.

Cala Luna

Tamarindo

Luxury boutique hotel set in natural tropical surroundings with short walk through forest to the Playa Langosta beach and walking distance to Tamarindo town.

Tamarindo Diria Hotel

Tamarindo

Large, mid-range hotel on Tamarindo beach with good family friendly facilities. The hotel is close to the shops and restaurants of Tamarindo town.

Arenas del Mar

Manuel Antonio

Luxury boutique hotel offering stylish rooms with views, two beautiful pools and secluded beach access. Close to Manuel Antonio National Park.

Parador Resort and Spa

Manuel Antonio

Excellent larger hotel with stunning clifftop location, trails to the beach and close to the Manuel Antonio National Park. Good facilities make this ideal for families or groups travelling together.

Cristal Ballena

Uvita

Small, owner managed hotel in a peaceful setting with views across the Ballena Marine National Park. Excellent for humpback whale spotting when in season.

El Remanso

Osa Peninsula

Surrounded by primary rainforest in an area of high biodiversity, this incredible owner operated lodge has just 13 rooms overlooking the Pacific ocean and access to trails, waterfalls, secluded beach and tide pools.

SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge

Osa Peninsula

Closest lodge to Corcovado National Park which is the last remaining large and sustainable lowland rainforest in Costa Rica. The lodge itself is surrounded by 170 acres of rainforest and is set above a palm fringed beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge

Osa Peninsula

Set on the banks of the Golfo Dulce backed by tropical rainforest this excellent eco-lodge is only accessible by boat and offers a range of activities to explore the forest and sea.

Aguila De Osa

Osa Peninsula

Small, rainforest and marine eco lodge surrounded by tropical forest and with views over the calm waters of Drake Bay.

Drake Bay Wilderness Resort

Osa Peninsula

The Drake Bay Wilderness Resort is situated on the remote Osa peninsula with views over Drake Bay and towards Cano Island. Offering visits to the highly biodiverse Corcovado National Park and the underwater world of Cano Island, sightings of Hump Backed Whales also occur between July and October.

Lapa Rios

Osa Peninsula

Superior luxury eco-lodge set in a private 1,000 acre rainforest reserve with just 17 bungalows built on a ridge overlooking the Pacific Ocean. A nature lovers paradise.

Tirimbina Rainforest Lodge

Sarapiqui

This Tirimbina Rainforest Centre is an educational and research centre has some rooms for visitors as well as students and scientists. There are over 9km of trails in the rainforest reserve which can be reached by a long hanging bridge across the Sarapiqui River.

Aranwa Sarapiqui Rainforest Lodge

Sarapiqui

Aranwa Sarapiqui Rainforest Lodge features 38, rustically comfortable rooms and is situated next to the Tirimbina Rainforest Reserve, in the biodiverse Sarapiqui region.

Selva Verde

Sarapiqui

A mid-sized eco-lodge with a private protected rainforest reserve towards the back of the lodge grounds, reached by a hanging bridge. An array of wildlife and birdlife can be seen on the lodge grounds from howler monkeys to poison dart frogs.

Hacienda La Isla Lodge

Sarapiqui

Hacienda La Isla is located in the foothills of the impressive Braullio Carillo National Park. The lodge is built in the Hispanic colonial style and is close to the many attractions of the Sarapiqui area.

Tortuga Lodge and Gardens

Tortuguero

Tortuga Lodge & Gardens is a charming riverside eco-lodge set on the banks of the Tortuguero River in Costa Rica’s northeast Caribbean rainforest, surrounded by lush gardens and rich biodiversity.

Evergreen Lodge

Tortuguero

A rustically comfortable lodge situated on the waterways of Tortuguero, with cabins shaded by the rainforest canopy.

Pachira Lodge

Tortuguero

Pachira Lodge is a comfortable, jungle lodge, situated overlooking the main canal of Tortuguero, and surrounded by rainforest. Howler monkeys and white faced monkeys are often seen at the lodge.

Mawamba Lodge

Tortuguero

Mawamba is a rustically comfortable lodge situated on a land strip sandwiched between the Tortuguero canals and the Caribbean Sea. The lodge has pretty gardens, and is walking distance from the village and also has direct access to the beach.

Celeste Mountain Lodge

Tenorio

Celeste Mountain Lodge is in a rainforest and rural setting. Wildlife is abundant around the lodge and there is the opportunity to see howler and capuchin monkeys, toucans, hummingbirds and many other species.

Aguas Claras

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Aguas Claras is a luxury, stylish eco conscious resort located in Puerto Viejo on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast.

Almonds and Corals

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Almonds and Corals is located in the heart of the Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Accommodation is in rustic bungalow accommodation with palm roofs and tented walls nestled within the dense forest, connected by wooden walkways. A short trail takes you to a beautiful beach.

Azania Bungalows

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

A lovely collection of thatched bungalows set amongst tropical foliage and around a pool.

Shawandha Lodge

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Shawandha Lodge is situated between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo on the southern Caribbean coast. The lodge has 14 wooden bungalows with thatched roof, situated in the tropical forest.

Le Cameleon

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Serene boutique hotel opposite Cocles beach and close to the town of Puerto Viejo. It has white minimalist rooms, stylish pool and beach bar.

Selva Bananito

Cahuita

Remote eco-lodge with spectacular views across grounds and their 2,000 acre private rainforest reserve The lodge grounds have abundant birdlife and there a stables onsite.

Trogon Lodge

San Gerado de Dota

Trogon Lodge is a cozy mountain lodge situated in the Savegre Valley in San Gerardo de Dota and is surrounded by cloud forest. The Resplendent Quetzal are plentiful and sightings are all year round.

Bosque de Paz

Bajos del Toro

Bosque de Paz has a beautiful setting in the mountains, an excellent place to see hummingbirds, orchids and to walk the trails in the cloud forest.

El Silencio

Bajos del Toro

Luxury eco-retreat with beautiful setting in tropical cloud forest. Combine nature and adventure with their onsite activities that include waterfall hikes, horse riding and forest canopy adventures.

Grano De Oro

San Jose

Hotel Grana de Oro has been converted from a tropical victorian mansion into a 40 room boutique hotel that maintains the warm and comfort of a private home. Hallways are lined with period photographs, original paintings, tropical flower arrangements and plants at every turn. Spanish tile fountains grace intimate atriums, ensuring that you are never far from the soothing melody of falling water.

Presidente Hotel

San Jose

Hotel Presidente is a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown San Jose.

Ave Sol Sanctuary

Turrialba

Ave Sol Sanctuary is an eco lodge and nature reserve that offers simple and comfortable cabin accommodation in the heart of the Pacuare River basin. Raft in and out of the lodge for an exhiliarating adventure.

Xandari Resort and Spa

Alajuela

Tranquil hotel just 20 minutes drive from San Jose airport and close to Poas Volcano. Colourful villas have terraces with views across the Central Valley. Relax in the tropical landscaped gardens or in one of their pools or explore the onsite trails to waterfalls.

Chayote Lodge

Alajuela

This small, local owner run lodge and has just 12 rooms. It is just one hour from the city of San Jose, close to the Poas volcano and a few hours drive from Arenal volcano. This comfortable, authentic hotel is ideal if you are looking for a few days to relax and take it slow at the start or end of your holiday and appreciate the local Costa Rican culture.

Hotel Bougainvillea

Alajuela

Hotel Bougainvillea is located close to the airport and situated in 10 acres of tropical gardens, an ideal place to unwind before commencing your trip.

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