Hotels in Costa Rica

Due to our jobs we get to stay in 5 star hotels multiple times throughout the month and one could say, we can truly judge when it comes to comparing and rating hotels. Vayu Retreat Villas was very special from the second we arrived until the moment we had to leave. The owners made us feel welcome and treated us like family. They were very attentive and made our stay an outstanding one. Everyone is really friendly, from cleaning/gardening to kitchen staff. Food was delicious, whether it was for breakfast or dinner. The suite really met our taste when it comes to design choices. Their eye for details, providing good coffee, umbrellas and any service you could possibly need before even asking is excellent. Best part was the private terrace overlooking the surrounding nature. This place is really peaceful and lets you relax from whatever stress you might have had.

Hotel Huacas is a wonderful new place to stay in Huacas, Guanacaste! The rooms and property are very clean and look great — everything feels fresh and well taken care of. The owners are incredibly kind and go out of their way to make you feel at home. You can really see how much they care about their guests. Highly recommended if you're looking for a cozy welcoming stay in the area! Thank you, Melinda and Miguel, for your amazing hospitality! We really appreciate everything, and we hope to come back soon.

Everything was great, family business running their Lodge with so much love. They were very welcoming and flexible to accommodate us. Our stay was fabulous, we saw sloths in the forest right next to our room and heard the forest night life, fabulous experience! We had everything we needed for our night there, highly recommended! Small attentions worth everything, would definitely come again.

The property is beautiful and exceptionally maintained.

Good decoration and the staff was really nice! I definitely recommended this place, it was clean and perfect for a couple!

Roger and rosy were incredible and the trails on the property were lovely. additionally Roger showed us the animals and was very warm and welcoming.

luxury says it all! beautifully kept property. Very quiet and relaxing

Perfect location, everything you needed was there. The way the casitas are set up were very comfortable and accommodating. If you have a small party, it’s great. If you have a larger party, you can use the outdoor kitchen, which was wonderful. I was very impressed. The price was so reasonable for the location. Management and owners were just so kind

Lapazul is an absolute gem—easily one of the most memorable places I’ve stayed at anywhere in the world. The views are simply breathtaking, perched high in the jungle with the ocean in the distance, and the chance to spot local wildlife adds to the magic. The rooms are spacious, beautifully designed, and have everything you need to truly relax. But what really sets Lapazul apart is the top-notch hospitality. The warmth and attention to detail from the staff is among the best I’ve ever experienced—genuine, personal, and truly caring. Special mention to Mr. Jorge, whose first-class service and warm presence made us feel incredibly welcome. He is, without a doubt, one of the best hosts I’ve ever encountered at any hotel in the world. And the food? Outstanding. Every dish is full of flavor and heart, far surpassing the local restaurants in town. The menu is focused and perfectly executed, with ingredients that shine. You can taste the passion in every bite. If you’re looking to disconnect from the world and reconnect with nature and comfort, this is the place. Plus, it’s just a short drive down to the beach at Dominical. I can’t recommend it enough.

I appreciated how quiet it was despite being close to the main streets. The bed was spacious and very comfortable.

I really enjoyed my stay and hope to visit again in the future (when the weather is a bit nicer). The property itself had everything I needed, but the beach and two very good restaurants were within walking distance. The family that runs the hotel is great.

For your first time in Costa Rica, this is the perfect place. In addition to exquisite design, you will be warmed here with incredible care. The hotel staff will advise you on how to spend your time and the best places in the area. All recommendations were 100/100. In the middle of the vacation, the massage in the room came in very handy. The breakfasts are delicious. The hotel is family-run and small, so everything is done with great love.