Hotels, Posadas and Lodges in Costa Rica
We recommend a selection of special accommodations, well known by us, in all regions of Costa Rica. Every hotel, posada and lodge are listed here for a particular reason.
The reasons are different. From basic to extremely luxury, there is one characteristic that they all have: Nature care and personal engagement of the owner.
Often there are great idealistic projects behind the accommodation, with much personal input and affection to the detail.
You have an excellent choice of good accommodations in Costa Rica; we give no demand of completeness and are always open for new recommendations.
If you wish to take accommodation whichever are not in our assortment, we nevertheless take care of it and are happy to have a new destination inquiry.
For a better overview we separated the recommended accommodations into the 6 country regions.
Posadas and Hotels
in Costa Rica's Central Valley
The Central Valley in Costa Rica is the center of all economic, cultural, and touristical life in Costa Rica. On a trip to Costa Rica, you should dedicate proper attention to the Central Valley and schedule a few days of your stay here. It is not necessary to stay in San José. The western suburbs of San Jose, like Escazú and Santa Ana, are gorgeously embedded in green mountains and provide an excellent infrastructure and superb transport links to the capital and a lot of attractions.
Hotel Posada Nena
Hotel in Santa Ana, Costa Rica
The Hotel Posada Nena, former Casa Alegre, is located in Santa Ana.
Santa Ana is located only 15 - 20 minutes away from the international airport. This is also our alautentico office from.
If you are looking for relatively cheap prices, the greatest comfort and service, then this is the right place. The friendliness of the staff makes you feel at home, away from home the moment you arrive.
Gran Hotel Grano de Oro
Hotel de Luxe in San José City
You will find this really nice Boutique Hotel „Grano del Oro“ in one of the quiet streets in western San José center.
A small Hotel with only 40 rooms- we invite you to stay in a great place. You are very welcome here!
comfortable Pacuare Lodge
Rafting Lodge near Turrialba
This luxury lodge is located in the dense jungle and only accessible by raft (rafting on the Rio Pacuare), or with a thrilling ride with an SUV. It is something special. The Pacuare Lodge is of course part of our rafting trip on the Rio Pacuare.
A really great adventure is waiting for you!!
Trogon Lodge, Ornithology
Everybody wants to see cloud forests in Costa Rica
Here in Sab Gerardo you will find it
The Trogon Lodge is a great destination in the Central Valley of Costa Rica, approximately 2 hours drive south of San José, high up in the mountains, on the road to Cerro de la muerte, near the village of San Gerardo de Dota. Or on your way from the south back to the capital.
Xandari Resort & Spa
The Xandari Resort & Spa is a very special place
It is only 25 minutes away from the international airport, high above Alajuela, at over 1200 meters. It offers fantastic views of the entire Central Valley and San Jose. The resort consists of 22 individually designed bungalows. The altitude guaratees a fantastic climate all year.
El Silencio Lodge, Rio Toro
Nature experience in Costa Rica
The El Silencio Lodge is conceptualized specifically for those who are looking for a dignified calm look in the pure nature.
Located in the middle of the cloud forest with many hiking trails, yet easily accessible from the capital San José, El Silencio Lodge offers absolute relaxation in a 50000 m² area.
Hotels and Lodges in the Northern Highlands
Arenal, La Fortuna, Rincon de la vieja, Monteverde, Boca Tapada, Rio San Juan
The northern highlands offer a variety of different landscapes and adventures to the travelers in Costa Rica.
Here is a selection of very specific Posadas and Lodges recommended by us, which can be found in this large area. We are looking forward to helping you with informations and reservations.
Finca la Anita rainforest lodge
Volcano Rincon de la vieja, nature & adventure
The "La Anita Rainforest Lodge" is located in a small valley surrounded by three volcanoes. Miravalles volcano, Santa Marta and Rincon de la Vieja. The farm is surrounded by an incredible variety of nature. In the nearby rainforests more species are hidden than in the USA and Canada together.
Hotel Arenal Kioro
One of the best views in the area
Hotel Arenal Kioro is a great, 5- stars Hotel with a stunning view to the Arenal Volcano
The hotel is surrounded by 10 ha of green land and has 2 small rivers with crystalline waters on- ground. Private Thermal springs are available, surrounded by beautiful gardens and several pools.
the friendly Hotel las Colinas
Hotel in "la Fortuna de San Carlos"
The Hotel las Colinas located in La Fortuna de San Carlos
The nice town with all its Restaurants and Bars, is the perfect starting point to see the volcano. All tours in the area are starting from here. The rooms are nice and modern and the rates are very fair.
Hotel Linda Vista del Norte, el castillo
Arenal Volcano, la Fortuna de San Carlos
The Hotel "Linda Vista del Norte Mountain Lodge" is a special tip
Hidden behind the southwest Arenal Volcano, the hotel offers a spectacular view over the Arenal Volcano (on the side of Arenal Volcano National Park), and at the same time of the Arenal Lake. Additionally, the hotel is nestled in the rain forest of the national park.
The Laguna de Lagarto Lodge
Boca Tapada, Frontier to Nicaragua
This great accommodation is located in the northeast of Costa Rica, almost on the border to Nicaragua, in the midst of a primary rainforest. A rustic jungle lodge, in which you will be close to nature. A secret tip for nature lovers and adventurers. Beautiful natural surroundings and you can still experience genuine jungle.
Tirimbina Biological Reserve
Near Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui
Cocoa Tours & Hotel
The Tirimbina Lodge (Biological Reserve), near Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, is a nature reserve with an eco-lodge, run by a cooperative without economic interests. Surrounded by nature the lodge offers numerous possibilities for excursions at Rio Sarapiqui. The goal is to bring environmental education, research and natural beauty closer to the traveler.
Albergue el Socorro
Braulio Carrillo rainforest lodge
The Albergue el Socorro is a typical Costa Rican lodge where you get unrestricted hospitality of the owner family. Just a few kilometers away from the “Braulio Carrillo” national park by foot. The lodge is connected with the national park by primer- and secondary forest. You will be able to experience the authentic Costa Rica.
In Albergue el Socorro, José and his family welcome you and fulfill all of your wishes. The lodge has just three simple bungalows, located at a green hill, surrounded by rainforest.
Hotel de Campo, northern Costa Rica
Caño negro, wildlife of Costa Rica
The Hotel del Campo is the top accommodation in the small town of "Caño Negro", the starting point for wildlife viewing tours, and located within the nature reserve.
Particularly ornithologists from around the world come to the Hotel del campo. Large bungalows are set amidst a tropical garden, with a view directly to the animal rich lagoon.
Arco Iris Eco- Lodge
A special Monteverde Hotel & Lodge
Rational, fair prices and convincing with a great fur the Arco Iris Ecolodge is a small hotel with only 19 bungalows, situated in a tropical garden on the outskirts of the village of Santa Elena. Great location: Right on the spot, yet surrounded by nature. The tasteful Cabinas are spread over a parklike property. You can have breakfast on the beach. From the hotel to the city is just a few minutes walk away.
Hotel Bambú, Sarapiquí
A very good and economic solution to stay in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí
Hotel Bambú is a great starting point for day- trips in the Sarapuiquí area
The three stars Hotel Bambú is located inside of a tropical Bamboo- garden with a great view inside the jungle to observe birds and animals. The rooms are huge and quiet, for your comfort they offer a big Pool, Bar and Restaurant with fresh local food.
