Best hotels in Costa Rica

Origins Lodge

Hotel Bijagua, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Oh so remote, this honeymooners’ dream escape is tucked away in rural northwestern Costa Rica, and its lush 120 acres brim with wildlife. Guests stay in upscale bungalows with fire-heated hot tubs overlooking Lake Nicaragua, feast on haute cuisine and explore the property with a knowledgeable local naturalist. Read expert review

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Amor Arenal

Hotel Arenal, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

A 106-acre private resort, surrounded by thousands of acres of lush rainforest, at the foot of the Arenal Volcano. There’s a yoga pagoda, a state-of-the-art gym and abundant wildlife such as macaws and toucans. Read expert review

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Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas

Hotel Playa Danta, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Casa Chameleon breaks the mould for luxury lodging in Costa Rica, from its stunning oceanfront setting and world-class infinity pool to the Buddhas and other statues scattered around the grounds. It has set a new bar for adults-only boutique hotels here. Read expert review

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La Paloma Lodge

Hotel Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Overlooking the pristine bay where Sir Francis Drake supposedly hid riches in the 1500s, and a treasure trove in its own right. Panoramic views, ocean breezes, rustic luxury and fine dining await you here, and it won’t cost you a king’s ransom either. Read expert review

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The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal

Hotel Arenal, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

When the Kardashians wanted to film their reality show in Costa Rica, it was no accident that they chose The Springs. This sprawling hot-springs resort in Arenal, with prices north of $500 (£380) a night, is the crème de la crème of luxury lodging in Costa Rica. Read expert review

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Florblanca

Hotel Santa Teresa, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Florblanca, named for the fragrant white flower of the frangipani tree which grows on the property, comprises a collection of 11 exquisite villas, each so buried in the jungle that it feels completely isolated. Read expert review

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Hotel Aguas Claras

Hotel Punta Cocles, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Painstakingly refurbished by a team of mother-daughter artists, this stylish collection of Victorian-style houses and dreamy bungalows sets a new bar in the Southern Caribbean. The lobby could double as an art museum, the tasteful restaurant serves innovative fare, and the backyard is also the region’s finest beach. Read expert review

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Oxygen Jungle Villas

Hotel Uvita, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

An outpost of the Dutch East Indies in Costa Rica. This romantic, mountainside retreat offers Balinese statues at every turn and Netherlandish, all-glass villas with panoramic ocean and jungle views. Honeymooners take heed: the infinity pool is presided over by Javanese fertility goddess Dewi Sri. Read expert review

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Hotel Makanda by the Sea

Hotel Quepos, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Unrestrained in creativity – or budget – the owners of Hotel Makanda have converted the once-usual resort into a gleaming Shangri-La in the rainforest above the sea. Outlandish design choices and exuberant staff members encourage a festive atmosphere, and decadent dining options include a swim-up sushi bar. Read expert review

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Hotel Banana Azul

Hotel Playa Negra, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Banana Azul is the ultimate romantic retreat on Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast. Highlights include the tropical-chic décor, intuitive service and beach club – and the meticulous owner is continually upping the ante. The most recent additions are upmarket two-storey villas with private plunge pools. Read expert review

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El Mangroove

Hotel Playa Panama, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Sleek design, excellent service and a fabulous location are the hallmarks of El Mangroove, an 85-room resort on Costa Rica’s postcard-worthy Papagayo Gulf. Designed for casual luxury, this rare find offers exquisitely appointed rooms, a gorgeous swimming pool and fine dining. Nature does the rest. Read expert review

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Finca Rosa Blanca

Hotel San Jose, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Every room exudes character at this artist-owned eco-resort in the highlands above San Jose. An on-site farm produces fresh ingredients for an innovative restaurant, and an organic coffee plantation provides your best-ever morning brew. Read expert review

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Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo

Hotel Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

The Four Seasons has set a new standard for luxury resorts in Costa Rica and a £32 million re-fit has ensured the property is as architecturally impressive as the backdrop. With an unrivalled location on the narrowest isthmus of Peninsula Papagayo, it is flanked by two sandy beaches and offers soul-swelling views. Read expert review

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Tortuga Lodge & Gardens

Hotel Tortuguero, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This sophisticated and intimate river lodge is the ultimate glamp, bringing guests close to nature without ever subjecting them to its discomforts. Top draws include 20 hectares of private jungle trails, a relaxing pool surrounded by hammocks, and a delicious Caribbean restaurant. Read expert review

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Lapa Rios Lodge

Hotel Matapalo, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Costa Rica’s first eco-lodge remains one of its most exemplary. A sky-high, thatched-roof rancho houses a delicious restaurant and affords remarkable views of the nearby Golfo Dulce, and 17 exquisite bamboo-and-wood bungalows dot meandering jungle pathways frequented by monkeys and toucans. Read expert review

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Peace Lodge

Hotel Vara Blanca, Costa Rica

8 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Peace Lodge is one of Costa Rica’s most magical hotels, high in the cloud forest. The grounds offer storybook villas with stone fireplaces and bubbling hot tubs, dramatic waterfall hikes, close encounters with rescued wildlife, and pools aplenty – including a trout-fishing pond. Couples and families will be wowed. Read expert review

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Pranamar Villas

Hotel Santa Teresa, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

8 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This is a yoga retreat on one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches, where guests stay in large, breezy villas hidden down narrow paths fringed with banana palms. From hammocks along the beach you can watch pelicans skim the waves, or drink a cocktail from the bar on the sand. Read expert review

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Kinkara

Hotel San Isidro, Costa Rica

8 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Secreted in Costa Rica’s jagged mountains, Kinkara is an eco-friendly retreat steeped in the beauty and tranquility of its natural environment. Elevated by superb, creatively prepared cuisine and comfortable accommodations, a stay here far exceeds the typical rustic camping experience. Read expert review

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El Silencio Lodge & Spa

Hotel Costa Rica

8 /10 Telegraph expert rating

The first Central American member of Relais & Châteaux, El Silencio is a luxury eco-lodge retreat for travellers seeking connection with nature. Enveloped by the atmospheric mists of the cloud-forest, the 500-acre private reserve features three thundering waterfalls and a number of hiking trails. Read expert review

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Latitude 10 Resort

Hotel Santa Teresa, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

8 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Enjoy laid-back luxury at this romantic Pacific Coast eco-resort. Learn to surf on consistently good waves, or just read a book whilst watching spectacular sunsets from your private bungalow. With open-air rooms you can wake to the sound of the ocean and sleep in harmony with nature. Read expert review

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