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Montaña de Fuego Resort & Spa
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Mountain / Volcano |
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Biking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Description:
Located five miles out of La Fortuna, this hotel has 16 standard cabins and 24 junior suites, all air conditioned with hot water private baths and enclosed porches. Junior Suites have refrigerators. Acuarelas, a new restaurant at the hotel, serves international cuisine. Surrounded by gardens and nature trails. Children under ten stay free. Temperate climate. |
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Volcano Lodge
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Mountain / Volcano |
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Biking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Horseback Riding |
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Description:
On the road between La Fortuna de San Carlos and Arenal Lake, facing the world famous Arenal Volcano. "This lodge is a collection of duplexes across the road from and facing the volcano. All of the rooms come with two double beds, a private bathroom, two wicker chairs inside, and a small terrace with a couple of wooden rocking chairs for volcano viewing outside. The appointments are simple, but the rooms are spacious and get plenty of light through big picture windows." -Frommers Costa Rica 2006 |
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Fishing, Golf Course, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Description:
On the road between La Fortuna de San Carlos and Arenal Lake, facing the world famous Arenal Volcano. "This lodge is a collection of duplexes across the road from and facing the volcano. All of the rooms come with two double beds, a private bathroom, two wicker chairs inside, and a small terrace with a couple of wooden rocking chairs for volcano viewing outside. The appointments are simple, but the rooms are spacious and get plenty of light through big picture windows." -Frommers Costa Rica 2006 |
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Capitán Suizo Hotel
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Beach |
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Fishing, Golf Course, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Description:
A free and natural atmosphere with a touch of Swiss quality. Hotel Capitán Suizo is located on Playa Tamarindo, one of the most beautiful Pacific coast beaches in Costa Rica. Directly on the beach, the hotel is surrounded by large, native trees and lush, colorful gardens.
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Florblanca Resort
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Beach |
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Biking, Spa/Yoga, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Horseback Riding |
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Description:
Just 10 villas on an unspoiled beach. Distinguished cuisine and yoga overlooking the sea. Restaurant combines local ingredients with Pacific Rim techniques in what may well be the best cuisine in the Pacific. "Ten large, romantic, air-conditioned villas are on seven acres of white-sand beach. Each villa has an ocean view and outdoor bath with sunken tub." -Lonely Planet Costa Rica (2004) |
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Tamarindo Diria Resort
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Beach |
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Fishing, Golf Course, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Biking, Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Diving / Snorkeling, Horseback Riding |
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Description:
Located on the white sand beach of Tamarindo, most rooms at the four-star Tamarindo Diria Beach & Golf Resort have ocean and sunset views and direct access to the beach. Grounds are beautifully maintained, with lush tropical green gardens. The scenic pool and lobby pool for children, are great places to relax and enjoy the warm weather and tropical surroundings. Rooms are open and inviting and the hotel's restaurants serve local and international cuisine with a special focus on seafood. Golf course, tennis courts, restaurants and pool. Hot climate. |
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Xandari by the Pacific
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Beach |
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Horseback Riding, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Canopy, Hiking |
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Description:
The hotel fronts Playa Esterillos Este on the Pacific Coast, north of Manuel Antonio. Villas have their own gardens and terraces with views of the ocean. Restaurant specializes in seafood. Hot climate. |
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Biking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Rafting |
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The hotel fronts Playa Esterillos Este on the Pacific Coast, north of Manuel Antonio. Villas have their own gardens and terraces with views of the ocean. Restaurant specializes in seafood. Hot climate. |
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Harmony Hotel
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Beach |
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Biking, Bird/Wildlife Observation, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Description:
Just off Guiones Beach, this hotel aims for a stylish, casual atmosphere as envisioned by its owners, surfing enthusiasts who settled in Guanacaste in 2003. There is a big emphasis on sustainable use of the land and conscious effort to reduce the hotel’s ecological footprint by conserving water, recycling, composting food waste and surrounding the hotel with native species that can thrive using organic farming practices. Restaurant serves organic fare whenever possible. Massage and body treatment rates from $75 to $90. |
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Mountain Paradise Lodge
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Mountain / Volcano |
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Biking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Boating, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa/Yoga |
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Fishing, Rafting |
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Description:
The hotel offers 15 rooms, including junior suites and two-bedroom master suites, restaurant, adult and child swimming pools, jacuzzi and wet bar. All 15 rooms are equipped with a king size bed, fine wood furniture, flat screen cable tv, wireless Internet, telephones and jacuzzi. Cool climate. |
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Description:
The hotel offers 15 rooms, including junior suites and two-bedroom master suites, restaurant, adult and child swimming pools, jacuzzi and wet bar. All 15 rooms are equipped with a king size bed, fine wood furniture, flat screen cable tv, wireless Internet, telephones and jacuzzi. Cool climate. |
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Si Como No Hotel & Resort
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing, Spa/Yoga |
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Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Biking, Hiking, Rafting |
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Description:
Located in Manuel Antonio, the Hotel's 58 rooms are distributed within ten separate terraces located on ten acres of tropical gardens. The eco-friendly approach has low energy air conditioning, a Disney-like atmosphere, pool with water slide and swim-up bar, a movie theater, solar-heated Jacuzzi, and a fine seafood restaurant. Next to a small shopping center with a deli and a Internet café. Hot climate. |
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Arenal Observatory Lodge
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Mountain / Volcano |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Hiking |
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Description:
Set on a ridge near Arenal Lake, this lodge offers “front-row seating” for the volcano’s fireworks displays. The 37-room property is on a private reserve with good walking trails and scenic waterfall. "Originally a rustic research facility, this lodge...features comfortable rooms with impressive views of the Arenal Volcano...Toucans frequent the trees near the lodge and howler monkeys provide the wake-up calls." -Discovering the Best of Costa Rica (2005)
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Description:
Set on a ridge near Arenal Lake, this lodge offers “front-row seating” for the volcano’s fireworks displays. The 37-room property is on a private reserve with good walking trails and scenic waterfall. "Originally a rustic research facility, this lodge...features comfortable rooms with impressive views of the Arenal Volcano...Toucans frequent the trees near the lodge and howler monkeys provide the wake-up calls." -Discovering the Best of Costa Rica (2005)
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Tiskita Jungle Lodge
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Hiking |
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Description:
Tiskita Lodge is a collection of 16 individual cabins and private rooms set amid rich forests and fruiting trees. Located on the Osa Peninsula near the Panama border, rooms are rustic cabins of various sizes with screened walls, verandas and showers (some outdoors). An old farmhouse serves as lounge and dining room with family-style meals that are fresh, tasty and filling. Hot climate. |
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Parador Resort & Spa
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing |
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Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Description:
Named a Costa Rica “Leading Resort Hotel" by World Travel Awards in 2006 and 07. Situated on a majestic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by tropical rainforest, the 108-room Hotel Parador is located in a pristine area, close to Manuel Antonio National Park. Facilities include two restaurants, bars, conference room, gift shops, spa services and tennis court. It has Mediterranean-style architecture, modeled after the Traditional Spanish Paradores, with lush gardens, an infinity pool and spa services. |
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Buena Vista Villas
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Beach |
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Canopy, Fishing |
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Description:
Surrounded by breath-taking panoramic views of the verdant jungle terrain and the majestic Pacific Ocean, Buena Vista's villas are tastefully decorated and comfortable. All have furnished terraces, with grill and hammock; a fully equipped kitchenette; A/C; telephone, fans, blow dryers and hot water showers. There is a pool surrounded by gardens and private beach below the property. |
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Lost Iguana Resort
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Mountain / Tropical Rainforest / Volcano |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation |
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"This hotel offers large and luxurious rooms with great views of the volcano...All rooms feature a private balcony or porch." -Frommers.com (2006) From your terrace, soak in a jacuzzi while listening to the sounds of toucans and Howler Monkeys. Amenities include: A/C, Jacuzzi baths, kitchenettes, safe deposit box, satellite TV and hair dryer in all rooms. |
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Arenas del Mar Beach & Nature Resort
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing |
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Boating, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Surfing / Windsurfing |
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Description:
Arenas del Mar is a beach and nature resort with 38 upscale rooms and suites, offering a casual beach front café and an elegant dining facility with views of Manuel Antonio National Park. There are two swimming pools, a small spa, and a gift shop as well as nature trails leading to two beaches. All rooms equipped with cable TV, ceiling fans, air conditioning, Internet, mini-bar, safe deposit box, coffee maker, microwave and iron. |
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Hotel Playa Espadilla
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Beach / Tropical Rainforest |
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Bird/Wildlife Observation, Canopy, Fishing |
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Description:
Hotel Playa Espadilla is located just 150 mts from Manuel Antonio Beach front, and 200 mts away from the main entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park. The hotel offers 16 rooms equipped with air conditioner, cable TV, hot water, safety deposit box and hair dryer. Services include swimming pool, bar, Restaurant, tennis court, parking lot and biological private trails. This hotel spreads across grounds bordered on two sides by the tall trees of Manuel Antonio National Park, and it has a trail through an area of the park that few people visit. The simple but spacious mint-green rooms with big windows are housed in two-story buildings surrounded by green lawns. A small blue-tile pool and patio have a pleasant adjacent bar area with a billiard table. Directly behind are a large, open-air restaurant and a tennis court. Hot Climate. |
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 The
Surfing / Windsurfing
is excellent: Worth a special trip just to do this.
The
Surfing / Windsurfing
is good: Worth making the time to do it.
The
Surfing / Windsurfing
is acceptable: Once you are there if you have the time you may well enjoy it.
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