Costa Rica Remote Resorts
Want to get away from the daily grind and immerse yourself in a luxurious, tranquil setting? Consider staying at a remote resort, where your secluded tropical accommodation is the destination. Since remote resorts are generally located in a secluded setting far from any town, they provide everything you need either onsite or nearby. Surround yourself with the many natural wonders Costa Rica has to offer, including rare and diverse wildlife, majestic rainforests, stunning waterfalls, and breathtaking volcanoes. Back at the resort, enjoy fine dining with meals created using local, organic ingredients. Pamper yourself in rooms that offer jacuzzis, fireplaces, and private balconies with breathtaking views of the ocean or the rainforest. Here you will find all of the comforts of a luxury resort, while enjoying a wide variety of activities in the lush and beautiful countryside.
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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.
View DetailsThe 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.
View DetailsEl Remanso Lodge
El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge is located on the Pacific side of the Osa Peninsula near the world famous Corcovado National Park in the South Pacific region of Costa Rica. The lodge is perched above a long stretch of unspoiled beach and surrounded by primary rainforest filled with wildlife.
View DetailsLapa 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.
View DetailsThe Peace Lodge at La Paz Waterfall
The unique and magical Peace lodge is located on the grounds of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens in Heredia. In possibly one of the finest natural masterpieces, guests can expect to find themselves in a magical world, surrounded by cascading waterfalls and pristine rainforests.
View DetailsAve Sol - Tropical Rivers - Pacuare, Costa Rica | Anywhere
An all-inclusive adventure at a sustainable ecolodge? It might sound too good to be true, but it is! Rios Lodge offers you 2, 3, and 4-night packages where you’ll spend your days rafting, hiking, birdwatching, and more, and your nights enjoying sustainable accommodations and delicious, fresh meals.
View DetailsPacuare River Lodge
Come to the Pacuare Lodge and be surrounded by nature, right on the edge of the rushing Pacuare River. While you’re here you can find an experienced guide to take you on a rafting trip.
View DetailsPlaya Cativo Lodge
Playa Cativo Lodge combines luxury accommodations with environmentally sound hospitality. It is located in Golfo Dulce, in the midst of Piedras Blancas National Park. Staying here, you’ll have access to a secluded beach on Costa Rica’s stunning Osa Península.
View DetailsAlma del Pacifico
Alma del Pacifico on Playa Esterillos Este lies between Jaco Beach and Quepos, on the Central Pacific of Costa Rica. The hotel fronts the expansive beach of Playa Esterillos with its gorgeous Pacific waters and warm sunshine making for a stunning tropical vacation. The sun-splashed beach, glistening ocean waves and steep verdant cliffs create an awe-inspiring landscape. Lovely walking paths lead through colorful ornamental, herb and vegetable gardens.
View DetailsRio Celeste Hideaway
The Río Celeste Hideaway is located near the Tenorio Volcano National Park in the northern highlands of Costa Rica. The renowned Río Celeste – with its mystical, creamy-blue waters – flows through this part of the country, attracting visitors from far and wide. Perfect for couples, honeymooners or small families, the Río Celeste Hideaway offers its guests a unique place to stay while traveling in Costa Rica.
View DetailsIsla Chiquita Glamping
Isla Chiquita offers glamping on an idyllic Pacific Island. On a visit here you can have you’ll get to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Gulf of Nicoya.
View DetailsXandari Resort and Spa
The elegant Xandari Resort and Spa sits in the central valley region of Costa Rica, just 20 minutes from the international airport. The central valley is wrought with volcanoes, lush plantations, and hillsides, and blessed with outstanding weather. San Jose is a short drive away and offers an abundance of international cuisine, shops, open markets and entertainment.
View DetailsNammbu Beachfront Bungalows
Nammbú Beachfront Bungalows offer breezy accommodations on the beach of Playa Carrillo. This beach is on the Pacific side of the Nicoya Peninsula, an area that has some of the prettiest beaches in the whole country.
View DetailsHotel Borinquen
Hotel Borinquen sits in the popular and diverse north Pacific region of Costa Rica. It offers unspoiled beaches, indigenous cultures, green forests, water sports, and much more. Make your vacation in Guanacaste complete by staying in the beautiful and serene mountains of Hotel Borinquen. The hotel is close to a wide variety of outdoor and adventure activities and is very close to the city of Liberia and the Daniel Oduber International Airport.
View DetailsLagunaVista Villas
LagunaVista Villas puts you a short distance from Corcovado National Park, in the wild rainforest of the Osa Peninsula. Private decks have views of the surrounding rainforest, as well as the beach and the nearby lake.
View DetailsRancho Naturalista
Rancho Naturalista is designed to accommodate ambitious birdwatchers. On the property that surrounds the lodge it’s possible to see over 450 species of bird in their natural habitat, including an incredible variety of hummingbirds.
View DetailsCasa Caletas Hotel
Casa Caletas is located on the western coast of the Nicoya Peninsula, just next door to the picturesque beach of Playa Coyote, a quiet, tranquil and deserted beach destination. Bask in this tropical paradise surrounded by swaying coconut trees lining the long horseshoe shaped beach where viewing amazing sunsets is a nightly ritual. The ideal location also makes it easy to access the beautiful beaches of Mal Pais, Santa Teresa and San Miguel.
View DetailsLa Foresta Nature Resort
This hotel is nestled in rainforest, with its own 100 acres (40.5 ha) of nature reserve. But you won’t feel like you’re in a cabin in the middle of nowhere—this hotel comes with amenities like a swimming pool and a sports bar.
View DetailsAzul Ocean Club Hotel
Azul Ocean Club combines resort like amenities with the privacy of ocean front condos for a best of both world experience.
View DetailsThe Agua Dulce Beach Resort
The Agua Dulce Beach Resort is on the beach of Playa Platanares, located on the coast of the untamed Osa Peninsula. From the beach you can often spy whales and dolphins.
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