Lodging

Costa Rica

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Best Costa Rica Hotels & Rentals

Boutique experiences, upscale resorts, and world-class service are the main highlights of these Costa Rican accommodations. Panoramic landscapes and connection to nature are the cherry on top.

Arenal Volcano

Nayara Tented Camp

Nayara Tented Camp is a luxurious rainforest retreat in Costa Rica’s Arenal region, blending eco-conscious design with five-star comfort. Each spacious tent features private plunge pools fed by natural hot springs, sweeping volcano views, and elegant, safari-style décor. Surrounded by lush jungle, guests enjoy unparalleled wildlife encounters, world-class dining, rejuvenating spa treatments, and seamless access to adventure activities. This award-winning haven offers tranquility, romance, and authentic connection to nature, making it one of Central America’s most exceptional stays.

Highlights: Upscale tented rooms, volcano and rainforest views.
Included: Breakfast, yoga classes, birdwatching tour.
Style: Luxury boutique.

Arenal Volcano

Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is a lush sanctuary at the base of Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano, famed for its natural hot springs flowing through tropical gardens. The resort blends luxury and sustainability, offering elegant rooms, gourmet dining, and a world-class spa inspired by the rainforest. Guests can soak in thermal rivers, explore nearby adventure attractions, or simply relax in the serene surroundings. Tabacón delivers a perfect balance of nature, wellness, and indulgence in an unforgettable tropical setting.

Highlights: Luxurious hot springs, award-winning spa.
Included: Breakfast, on-site hot springs.
Style: Luxury boutique.

Arenal Volcano

Amor Arenal

Amor Arenal is a boutique luxury lodge overlooking Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano and lake, offering an intimate and romantic escape. Each villa features private terraces with sweeping views, plunge pools, and contemporary tropical décor that harmonizes with nature. Guests can enjoy personalized service, locally inspired cuisine, and activities such as hiking, wildlife watching, and hot springs visits. Nestled in lush rainforest, Amor Arenal combines privacy, comfort, and authentic Costa Rican charm, creating an unforgettable sanctuary for couples and nature lovers alike.

Highlights: Upscale ecolodge, volcano and rainforest views, minimum 13 years old to stay.
Included: Breakfast, access to facilities.
Style: Luxury boutique.

Guanacaste

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort

Andaz Resort at Peninsula Papagayo is a stylish oceanfront retreat that captures the essence of Pura Vida with contemporary design and local charm. Set amid tropical forest and overlooking Culebra Bay, it offers vibrant restaurants, serene beaches, and a holistic spa experience. Guests enjoy spacious rooms with open-air terraces, diverse water and land adventures, and a warm, authentic connection to Costa Rican culture. Andaz Papagayo perfectly blends luxury, creativity, and natural beauty in an inspiring coastal setting.

Highlights: Hillside resort with ocean views.
Included: Breakfast, paddle-boarding and kayaking equipment, access to facilities.
Style: Upscale resort.

Guanacaste

Waldorf Astoria

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is a cliffside oasis along Playa Penca in Guanacaste, where barefoot luxury meets dramatic Pacific coast panoramas. With 188 rooms and suites—including private plunge-pool retreats—it delivers modern elegance infused with natural design: terraces, earthy tones, living rooftops, terrazzo architecture that flows with the landscape. Guests enjoy six distinct restaurants, a 17,000 sq ft spa rooted in Chorotega wellness traditions, a multi-level infinity pool, beach access, and immersive adventures—not far from Liberia airport.

Highlights: Cliffside luxury with ocean views.
Included: Breakfast, access to facilities.
Style: Upscale resort.

Guanacaste

Casa Chameleon

Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas is an adults-only luxury boutique hotel perched above Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, offering sweeping ocean and sunset views. Each private villa features a saltwater plunge pool, open-air design, and contemporary tropical style. The resort emphasizes personalized service, locally inspired cuisine at Sentido Norte, and a seamless connection to nature and adventure. With its tranquil ambiance and romantic setting, Casa Chameleon delivers an intimate, upscale escape ideal for couples seeking privacy, elegance, and authenticity.

Highlights: Adults-only ambiance with ocean views.
Included: Breakfast, access to on-site trails and activities.
Style: Luxury boutique.

Manuel Antonio

Arenas del Mar

Arenas del Mar is a luxury beachfront resort in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, where rainforest meets the Pacific Ocean. This award-winning, sustainable retreat offers elegant rooms and suites with ocean views, local décor, and private terraces. Guests can enjoy direct beach access, gourmet dining with fresh local ingredients, and immersive wildlife experiences surrounded by tropical nature. With a strong commitment to eco-friendly practices and warm Costa Rican hospitality, Arenas del Mar provides an unforgettable blend of adventure, relaxation, and sustainability.

Highlights: High-end beachfront experience.
Included: Breakfast, on-site tours.
Style: Eco-sustainable luxury boutique.

Manuel Antonio

Los Altos

Los Altos Resort & Spa is a luxurious hillside retreat in Costa Rica’s Arenal region, offering stunning panoramic views of the volcano and lake. Its spacious villas and suites feature private terraces, plunge pools, and elegant tropical décor, blending comfort with nature. Guests can enjoy farm-to-table dining, a full-service spa, and curated adventure experiences including hiking, ziplining, and wildlife tours. Surrounded by lush rainforest, Los Altos provides a serene and romantic escape, combining upscale amenities, breathtaking scenery, and authentic Costa Rican charm.

Highlights: Upscale hillside property with panoramic views.
Included: Breakfast, beach shuttle, access to facilities.
Style: Luxury.

Upala

Origins

Origins Lodge is a serene luxury escape nestled in Costa Rica’s lush mountains overlooking Lake Nicaragua. Combining sustainable design with barefoot elegance, its six open-air lodges and private villa feature panoramic rainforest views, outdoor soaking tubs, and handcrafted details. Guests can savor world-class cuisine led by a Michelin-starred chef, explore waterfalls and wildlife trails, or unwind in the infinity pool. Origins offers an intimate connection to nature, blending wellness, adventure, and tranquility in a breathtaking, eco-luxury setting.

Highlights: Remote eco-lodge with panoramic views.
Included: Breakfast, on-site tours.
Style: Luxury boutique.

Santa Teresa

Nantipa

Nantipa – a Tico Beach Experience is a boutique luxury resort in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, blending barefoot elegance with authentic local charm. Set along a pristine beach, it offers stylish bungalows and suites with private pools, open-air showers, and ocean or garden views. Guests can unwind at the beachfront Manzú restaurant, enjoy world-class surfing, or indulge in holistic wellness treatments. Nantipa combines sustainability, sophistication, and relaxed coastal living, creating a serene, upscale haven for travelers seeking connection and tranquility.

Highlights: Beachfront and secluded.
Included: Breakfast, access to facilities.
Style: Boutique.

Central Valley

El Silencio Lodge

El Silencio Lodge & Spa is a tranquil eco-luxury retreat nestled in Costa Rica’s cloud forest, designed for wellness, romance, and connection with nature. Its elegant suites and villas feature private outdoor hot tubs, panoramic mountain views, and warm, minimalist décor. Guests can enjoy guided hikes to waterfalls, farm-to-table dining, yoga, and rejuvenating spa rituals inspired by local traditions. With its peaceful atmosphere and strong commitment to sustainability, El Silencio offers a soulful escape surrounded by misty forests and serenity.

Highlights: Wellness-focused eco-lodge in the mountains.
Included: Breakfast, on-site tour.
Style: Eco-sustainable luxury boutique.

Central Region

Pacuare Lodge

Pacuare Lodge is an award-winning eco-luxury retreat hidden deep in Costa Rica’s rainforest along the Pacuare River. Accessible by whitewater raft or jungle trail, it offers an immersive blend of adventure and serenity. Its thatched suites feature open-air design, river views, and private plunge pools, all built sustainably to protect the environment. Guests can enjoy ziplining, canyoning, and cultural encounters with the Cabécar community. Pacuare Lodge delivers authentic connection to nature, comfort, and adventure in an unforgettable tropical paradise.

Highlights: One of National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World.
Included: Full meal plan, on-site tours, rafting in and out of hotel.
Style: Eco-sustainable luxury boutique.
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“I had an amazing experience with Namu Travel Group. They planned a custom vacation for me and it exceeded all my expectations.”
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Mary Doe

CEO, ABC Company

“I had an amazing experience with Namu Travel Group. They planned a custom vacation for me and it exceeded all my expectations.”
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Mary Doe

CEO, ABC Company

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For active travelers, this country’s jungle trekking, volcano hiking, rafting & surfing are a small sampling of what makes this country so unique. For those simply desiring to unplug, world-class spas, incredible thermal hot springs and beautiful palm-lined beaches await.

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