Top 11 Luxury Hotels in Costa Rica

Costa Rica- the land of sunshine, saltwater and happiness. This little South American country can be anything you want it to be, from the perfect holiday retreat to a stunning wedding destination. There’s something about the colossal beaches with turquoise waters, the lush rainforests teeming with flora and fauna, and the dramatic shades of the sky that seem to have come straight out of a painting. In a nutshell?

Costa Rica is breathtakingly gorgeous.

Now, I’m sure this description has motivated a lot of you to pack your bags and hop on the first flight to the Central Americas. If that’s the case, let’s make sure your stay there is especially memorable.
The combination of pure, unadulterated nature and a seven-star luxury hotel will perhaps be the definition of heaven for a holiday addict. How fantastic would it be to be able to drink in the sight of unending crystal clear water and ombre skies lying on your fluffy king-size bed with a cool drink in hand?
It is indisputable- luxury and nature make a killer duo. Since we’ve established that, here’s a list of the 11 most luxurious hotels in Costa Rica that will prove to you that life is no less than a fairytale.

1. Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica

Do I even need to speak further? The word Four Seasons, I believe, is telling enough. Offering one of the most luxurious accomodation experiences in countless locations throughout the world, the Four Seasons in Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica, is no exception. After sunbathing on the picturesque beaches or coming back from a hike on the volcanoes, you can look forward to scrumptious meals, exquisite wines, relaxing spa treatments and chilling in the massive swimming pools. With tasteful infrastructure, wholesome, farm-fresh food and exemplary luxurious amenities, you can never go wrong with the Four Seasons.

2. Oxygen Jungle Villas

Costa Rica is perhaps one of the most authentic and one-with-nature countries in the world, the people there leading ‘pura vida’ or a pure life. Well, these villas will ensure that your stay will be ‘pura’ too. Nestled right in the lap of nature, oxygen jungle villas seek to provide boutique stays that will definitely be a unique and refreshing experience. The Balinese style adapted will make sure that you enjoy a tranquil stay, and alongside thrilling activities, you reach your inner Zen.

3. The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa and Resort

Located in San Carlos, this splendid resort is an absolute feast for the eyes. With luxurious amenities such as hot spring pools, indulgent spa treatments, a 5-star culinary cuisine, and lounges with live music, your stay here will definitely be the experience of a lifetime.

4. The Springs Resort & Spa

This resort is the true definition of royalty. Having hosted several popular TV programmes like The Bachelor, it boasts of regal infrastructure, countless hot springs, excellent spa services, an array of lip-smacking gourmet cuisines and endless enthralling activities. Guests here will be overwhelmed with all of the adventures offered, such as kayaking, rock-climbing, river-tubing, horseback riding, and much more.

5. Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo

Hyatt’s initiative in Costa Rica can leave anyone feeling euphoric and sated. Offering a perfect amalgamation of relaxation and adventure, this resort can be the perfect pick for your stay in a tropical paradise. With facilities like three private beaches, swimming pools, a 1400 acre natural playground, volcano visits, surf lessons, national park excursions- there will be too much to explore. You could also enjoy one of the many scenic trails and lose yourself in nature.

6. Florblanca

A quaint little resort with all the luxury imaginable- can a vacation in Costa Rica get any better? Hurtle into solitude, and lose yourself in the rejuvenating power of nature. At the same time, enjoy excellent service, beautiful rooms, delightful meals and exciting amenities.

7. Capitan Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel

Rated among one of the top ten hotels in Central America, Capitan Suizo is a unique boutique hotel located directly on Tamarindo beach, one of the most beautiful and popular surfing beaches on the Costa Rican Pacific coast. An excellent choice for a relaxed and laidback vacation in Costa Rica, Capitan Suizo provides comfy accomodations, marvellous spa treatments and delicious food. How much better can life even get?

8. El Mangroove, Autograph Collection

Contemporary opulence is beautiful. Combine the aesthetics of nature, and there you have it. The perfect vacation. Straight out of a fashion magazine. The El Mangroove boutique hotel promises exactly this. Located on the Gulf of Papagayo on the northern Pacific coastline of beautiful Guanacaste, El Mangroove is the closest Costa Rican beachfront resort to an international airport. Perfect for surfing, swimming, and lazing under the brilliant rays of the sun, Guanacaste is chock full of spectacular flora and fauna. Visit national parks and witness the antics of monkeys, look into the eyes of a majestc jaguar and delight yourself in the flight of the technicolour macaws and toucans. Not only this, but you can discover the secrets of Guanacaste, which is a blue zone. The exceptional people there live longer, stay happier and care for the environment. Guanacaste could be the key for a more joyful life!

9. Latitude 10 Exclusive Beach Resort

Simple luxury. That is the motto of this beautiful, secluded little beach resort. With limited open-aired casitas, and a clubhouse and pool exclusive only to you and a handful other guests; have a tranquil, personalised Costa Rican holiday. You can surf, swim and enjoy the Santa Teresa local life, and when you come back, you can enjoy the peace. On your hammock by the beach.

10. Amor Arenal

Experience true ‘pura vida’ at this rainforest resort at the edge of the foothills of the Arenal Volcano. With lush greenery surrounding you at every second of the day, indulge in a blissful holiday filled with activities such as horse riding, volcano hiking, surfing, swimming, hot springs, yoga, meditation and gymming. Enjoy the luxurious accomodation, the shower overlooking an enchanting forest and the healthy, wholesome and delicious food.

11.Kura Boutique Hotel

Sleek, modern luxurious apartments overlooking vast, green pastures and the endless sea. This could make for one hell of a Costa Rican vacation. Kura offers chic boutique-style accomodations, excellent hospitality and truckloads of activity packages. You could go horse riding, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, go for a waterfalls hike and check out the seven stupendous beaches of Uvita. With sustainable and intelligent luxury, Kura cares for the environment as it does for its guests. Have a phenomenal and environment-friendly Costa Rican adventure at Kura.

Whether you are planning some alluring luxury Costa Rica vacations or are looking for some of the best hotels in Costa Rica for families, you should find what you are looking for in the above list.

These names are some of the leading hotels of the world in Costa Rica and include some of the finest and best places to stay in Costa Rica.

However, the above list is just a tip of the iceberg when it comes to the list of luxury hotels in Costa Rica. There are many more prestigious hotels in Costa Rica which will be covered on Luxury Abode in an article called the complete list of luxury hotels in Costa Rica. In the forthcoming comprehensive list of luxury hotels in Costa Rica, you will find right from Andaz Costa Rica to Four Seasons Costa Rica, Marriott Costa Rica; many of the coolest hotels in Costa Rica for exclusive vacations, exotic destination weddings as well as company get-togethers. Find the best rooms and the most exclusive suites in the most luxurious hotels in Costa Rica on the hotels section on Luxury Abode.