Luxury Travel
In between visits to mountain waterfalls and beachfront rainforests, a Costa Rica luxury vacation is all about indulgent spa treatments, in-room hot tubs, 24-hour room service, sumptuous Egyptian cotton and five-star restaurants.
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Arenal Volcano puts on a nightly lava show, its near-perfect cone puffing smoke and sending red-hot lava rocks tumbling down its smooth slopes. As Costa Rica’s adventure capital, Arenal offers ups some of the country’s best challenges: go spelunking at Venado Caverns; hike to the exquisite and powder-blue Celeste River; conquer your fears while rappelling down giant waterfalls; or try your luck freshwater fishing on Lake Arenal. At your resort, you’ll relax in ultimate luxury, sampling five-star fare, indulging at the decadent spa, or luxuriating in volcanic hot springs that bubble with restorative and invigorating waters. Perched on a hill overlooking the majestic volcano, you’ll spend your evenings flanked by spectacular views as you soak in a private Jacuzzi and relax in your secluded garden.
Central Valley
Costa Rica’s Central Valley is graced with temperate weather, rolling mountains and picturesque valleys – an ideal place to begin and end your Costa Rican vacation. Your eco-lodge, located near Juan Castro Blanco National Park, is one of Costa Rica’s best-kept secrets. Here, a web of nature trails winds around a scenic river, passes by three waterfalls, stops at a mountaintop lookout point, and ends in a peaceful hummingbird garden. Organic goodies plucked fresh from the lodge’s garden are used in all of the restaurant’s gourmet meals, while amenities in your private cabin include an intimate fireplace and spring-fed hot tub.
Manuel Antonio
Discover luxury in Manuel Antonio, the ideal vacation destination for sun-lovers, wildlife enthusiasts and outdoor adventure seekers. Perched high on a hill, your resort spills into the emerald rainforest, where lush forest and blooming flowers dissolve into white sand and the turquoise Pacific. At your resort, enjoy lavish touches like a waterfall swimming pool and a first-class restaurant with panoramic views of the coastline. Back in your suite, take in the ocean and rainforest vistas from your personal plunge pool or king-sized bed. Room service is available 24 hours and your personal concierge will help arrange visits to the area’s best attractions, including a sunset sail, Manuel Antonio National Park and gourmet food tours.
Monteverde
Explore cascading waterfalls, mystical cloud forests and hanging bridges in Costa Rica’s most famed cloud forest town. Nestled in the Tilaran Mountain Range, Monteverde is a paradise of lush landscapes and epiphyte-drenched forests, home to more than 8,500 animal species including the resplendent quetzal. This nature lover’s paradise abounds with opportunities: zoom above the treetop canopy, take a horseback excursion, or hike through some of the most stunning forests in the world. Luxury in Monteverde translates to a beautiful mountain lodge complete with king-sized suites, cozy down comforters, and private balconies that extend into primary forest – the perfect spot to enjoy a brilliant orange sunset reflecting off the Pacific Ocean.
Playa Conchal
Playa Conchal, one of the gorgeous north Pacific beaches, is named for the thousands of tiny seashells that make up its shore – a shimmering beauty of pink sand and azure sea. The heavenly stretch of beach is set in a tranquil bay overlooking the Catalina Islands, one of the North Pacific’s hottest snorkeling and diving spots. Here, one of the country’s most opulent beachfront resorts offers the best in five-star luxuries: oceanfront restaurants, a full-service spa and a championship 18-hole golf course are just the beginning. From your posh suite, you’ll enjoy butler service, spa showers and a private balcony that overlooks the sparkling waters.
Puerto Viejo
Experience the laid-back Caribbean atmosphere that makes Puerto Viejo a favorite holiday destination. Tropical forest surrounds the village; coconut palms frame the coast; and black and white sand beaches extend for miles. Your sophisticated boutique hotel is surrounded by luxuriant gardens, just steps from the beach. Nature abounds everywhere you look: howler monkeys bellow, morpho butterflies dance among the flowers and vibrant toucans fly above. Enjoy poolside cabanas, modern decor, and in-room Jacuzzi tubs, each blending perfectly into a luxurious package that’s like nothing else in the Caribbean. Your hotel can arrange snorkeling or scuba diving tours to nearby Gandoca-Manzanillo Refuge, horseback riding, or a visit to an indigenous reserve.