Small Boutique hotels in GUANACASTE

Enjoying a delightful location in lush tropical gardens, Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas stands a short distance from Playa Langosta beach on Costa Rica's northern Pacific coast. This luxury boutique resort offers comfortable accommodation in a secluded, tranquil atmosphere. Just a two minute stroll from Playa Langosta, and ten minutes from Tamarindo beach, Cala Luna Boutique Hotel & Villas is ideal for relaxing holidays in this spectacular region. Perfect for surf lovers, Cala Luna has its own surf academy, and offers lessons for beginners and experts alike. The resort also organises daily boat adventures on its 27-foot power boat, featuring sports fishing, snorkelling, dolphin and turtle watching and visits to secluded beaches. Guests can also visit La Senda, a typical Costa Rican farm, with horse riding, a canopy tour, and cooking classes. Cala Luna hosts two fine restaurants: Cala Moresca features refined fusion cuisine in a romantic atmosphere, while Lounge La Caleta serves meals, snacks and drinks in a relaxed, informal setting. Private dinners on the beach can also be arranged on request.

The clue is in the name - Bosque del Mar translates as Forest by the Sea, Playa Hermosa as Beautiful Beach - and it's not hard to see that this luxury hotel lives up to its descriptive title. Hotel Bosque del Mar is situated in a tropical paradise, in the shady green of the trees behind the stunning Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste region. The property resembles an exotic treehouse, with wood and glass structures that blend seamlessly into the delicate environment. And the Hotel Bosque del Mar takes its eco-credentials seriously, as it gains its Certification in Sustainable Tourism and employs committed Sustainability staff. The Hotel Bosque del Mar has 32 suites and 3 penthouses, plus a Jacuzzi and swimming pool among the trees, a gourmet restaurant, lounge bar, conference rooms and even a scuba diving centre. For exclusive beachfront accommodation with only the mountains and sea for company, the Hotel Bosque del Mar offers a true luxury escape.

Costa Rica’s Guanacaste is one of the most wonderful places to experience the magic of the country from the bright colours of the sunrise to the sounds of the tropical jungles, and Punta Islita Hotel is the best location to soak in all the wonders. Punta Islita Hotel is situated in one of the world’s five blue zones, and prides itself by using sustainable practices. It is luxury within the deep jungle offering healing and connection to local culture through facilities and activities such as the Nanku Spa and local cooking classes. Punta Islita Hotel is away from the common tourist sites and one of the most nourishing villages in Costa Rica where people live to be over 100 years old. This extraordinary resort consists of idyllic rooms and suites portraying Costa Rica’s landscapes through its locally inspired décor and outdoor hammocks. The primary mission of each place of rest is to provide guests with a chance to be at one with nature. Adventure seekers will praise the region for its activities such as nature walks and hikes in Islita, monkey hikes in the jungle, kayaking in the mangroves, and zip-lining through the forest canopies. Punta Islita Hotel is also a perfect place to indulge in cultural activities such as Tico cooking classes, Mazamorra classes, or tours through the blue zone.