Costa Rica Hilltop Hotels
Hilltop hotels offer guests panoramic views of the stunning Costa Rican landscape. For travelers who prefer to stay above the fray, so to speak, these elevated hotel locations provide sweeping views of the surrounding terrain- over the mountainous and verdant forest, out lowland expanses, or across a deep blue ocean. They are often great places to enjoy a sunset or watch the mist roll in over the trees.
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Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas
Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas is an adults-only resort boutique focused on health and wellness. This resort strives to be in harmony with nature and the surrounding community — it uses energy-efficient power and supports local schools.
From $1,209
Kura Boutique Hotel
The exclusive and luxurious Kura Boutique Hotel rest on an impressive mountain ridge where the lush tropical forest tumbles into the Pacific Ocean. This small scale boutique hotel, in the South Pacific Region, seamlessly melds contemporary architecture with the natural environment to produce a supremely romantic getaway.
From $1,058
The Springs Resort and Spa
The Springs Resort and Spa has such a stunning view of the Arenal Volcano, so much so that location scouts chose it for filming “Keeping up with the Kardashians” and “The Bachelor.” Visitors come here for the views as well as the stunning series of mineral pools where visitors can soak up the tropical rainforest.
From $1,028
Three Sixty Boutique Hotel
This is an adult hotel located on a 58-acre (23-ha) reserve, high above the rugged coastline. Three Sixty Boutique Hotel is designed to take advantage of the 360 degrees of incredible views.
From $499
Punta Islita Hotel
The Punta Islita Hotel is located on the Nicoya Peninsula, on the Pacific coast. The beach of Punta Islita is less than a mile long and lies in a cove that also includes a beach named playa Corozalito, where you may be able to spot some Leatherback and Hawksbill sea turtles nesting. This secluded paradise, with blazing sunsets and warm ocean breezes, will leave an everlasting impression in your memory.
From $469
Aguila de Osa Inn
The ocean view, cliff dwelling Aguila de Osa Inn is located in Drake Bay, on the outskirts of the Corcovado National Reserve on the Osa Peninsula. This absolutely stunning oasis is characterized by jaw-dropping, raw beauty. Corcovado boasts some of the country's best beaches, most untamed rainforest and most abundant wildlife. Drake bay, specifically, is full of unspoiled beaches and emerald blue waters perfect for swimming.
From $388
The Lost Iguana Resort
The Lost Iguana Resort is situated in the province of Alajuela, near the charming community of La Fortuna. Visitors will delight in the natural wonders and beauty that abound here like the Arenal Volcano, lush rainforests and endless number of bird species. La Fortuna is a wonderful place to do some shopping, dine in one of the great restaurants and enjoy the volcano views.
From $381
Amor Arenal
Fall in love with the natural world when you book your stay at Amor Arenal. Nature comes to you when you enjoy jungle trails and extraordinary views from the comfort of the hotel’s grounds. Indulge in luxurious amenities such as double-headed rain showers with rainforest views, and geothermal hot springs and mineral pools. Enjoy access to Arenal's adventures by day and luxury by night.
From $676
Hotel Makanda by the Sea
Hotel Makanda is located between Quepos and Manuel Antonio on the glorious Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The area boasts grand rainforests, rich flora and fauna, spectacular sunsets and white sand beaches, making this a prime location to experience Costa Rica's natural splendor. For some night life, visit the town of Quepos where you'll find lively bars, restaurants and shops.
From $638
Hotel Aguas Claras
Paradise is real when you visit Puerto de Viejo Limon, Costa Rica. This tropical paradise is home to sunny blue skies; crystal clear, sparkling water; swaying palm trees and tropical fruit; soft, sandy beaches, and colorful wildlife. Enjoy all of this from your sumptuous accommodations at Hotel Aguas Claras, where yoga and outdoor showers are augmented by high thread count organic cotton sheets and high speed internet.
From $435
Gaia Hotel and Reserve
This adults-only resort offers a luxurious introduction to the rainforests of Costa Rica’s central Pacific region. Gaia Hotel and Reserve sits on its own tract of lowland forest, and guests will have the chance to immerse themselves in the environment while they stay at this eco-friendly boutique resort.
From $394
La Mariposa Hotel
La Mariposa is located on the central Pacific coast between the fishing town of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Quepos is a great place to find boutique and surf stores, bars and restaurants and the local bus station which runs between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Manuel Antonio is known worldwide for its natural beauty and biological diversity.
From $331
Belmar Hotel
Hotel Belmar is located in the luscious green mountains of Monteverde. Find yourself surrounded by the beauty of the cloud forest and its variety of wildlife and dense vegetation famous to this area. It is a place unlike no other, attracting eco-travelers and birders from around the world. Monteverde is a multicultural community with a mixture of Ticos, Quakers and foreigners, all contributing to this rich and cultural place.
From $281
Hotel Los Lagos
Los Lagos, featuring very comfortable accommodations, is one of a few hotels on the foothills of the Arenal Volcano. Hotel Los Lagos offers jacuzzis fed by natural hot springs, 4 pools with thermal waters and 3 with cold water, water slides, a volcano shaped kids pool, Butterfly Garden, Frog Pond, restaurant, and crocodile farm.
From $213
Villa Buena Onda
We are proud to introduce the Villa Buena Onda. A unique concept in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica that provides guests an all-inclusive luxury experience.
From $2,512
Lapa Rios Rainforest Lodge
Lapa Rios, the enchanting eco-resort, is located on the Osa Peninsula, where Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean. Here you can view nature at its purest. Discover one of the planet's most bio-diverse regions, rich in untouched rainforest, insects, wildlife and desolate beaches. The Osa Peninsula is truly for the nature lover and adventurer.
From $1,913
La Paloma Lodge
La Paloma Lodge sits high atop a ridge overlooking Drake Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Located in southern Costa Rica near the Osa Peninsula, this area is bountiful with natural wonders and virtually devoid of tourist crowds.
From $972
Zephyr Palace
The small distinctive hotel of Zephyr Palace resides around the community of Jaco on the Central Pacific of Costa Rica. Jaco is a bustling town popular amongst surfers and sun worshippers. This is one of the most prestiges hotels and will make you feel like complete royalty while being tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, surrounded by a lush tropical vegetation yet just a short drive from the ammenities of Jaco.
From $580
Bosque del Cabo Lodge
Bosque del Cabo Lodge's location at the tip of the Osa Peninsula is a nature lover's dream - rainforests and national parks blanket the land, while the pristine Pacific Ocean undulates serenely nearby. The lodge is set 22 km south of Puerto Jimenez in southern Costa Rica, a laid-back, off-the-beaten-path type destination that provides easy access to scenic beaches and lush forests.
From $528
Casa Chameleon
Casa Chameleon is a luxurious resort in the surf town of Mal Pais, which is located on the coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. It has a look defined by natural materials and old-world elegance.
From $473
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