Having visited Costa Rica, I have compiled a list of hotels and inns that are worth mentioning. This list is not exhaustive or complete, it is just a few hotels I have stayed in or had the pleasure of dealing with.

Arenal Volcano Inn

Arenal Volcano Inn is located 6.5 kilometers north of the Catholic church in the town of La Fortuna. Arenal is a must-see destination for a Costa Rica vacation. Many hotels surround the Arenal Volcano, but few offer rooms as well planned and laid out as the Arenal Volcano Inn. Distributed on a hill completely surrounded by nature, guaranteeing its guests an impressive view of the Arenal Volcano. The rooms are warm and welcoming providing its guests with peace and quiet while enjoying the beauty that surrounds them.

Golden Grain Hotel

Located on a quiet street just off Paseo Colón, Hotel Grano de Oro is a sanctuary in the heart of the city. Converted from a tropical Victorian mansion, the hotel retains the warmth and comfort of a private residence.

The Grano de Oro gardens are both inside and out. A rooftop terrace offers a relaxing Jacuzzi and a place to soak up the sun and stargaze. Service is paramount and Grano de Oro’s ever-smiling staff welcome guests home again and again.

Mawamba Hostel

Mawamba Lodge is situated on the northeastern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica on a sandbar between the Tortuguero canals and the Caribbean Sea, an excellent location that provides direct access to the pristine beach and canals.

Located in the lush tropical jungle, this is the ideal hideaway for nature lovers and the perfect place to discover the wonders of Tortuguero National Park. The Lodge is a 15-acre beachfront property located on the right side of Tortuguero, offering nice views of the Tortuguero lagoon and canals.

Hostel Monteverde

Located in the Cordillera de Tilarn at 4,600 feet. above sea level on the edge of the world’s best-known mid-elevation cloud forest, Monteverde Lodge is the ultimate lodging experience for the discerning nature traveler. a stream, pond, and small waterfall provide habitat for riparian birds and a host of reptiles and amphibians. Carefully placed benches provide a comfortable spot, offer privacy and/or scenic views from the Lodge for wildlife viewing, reading, writing or just entertaining.

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Hotel Punta Islita

The province of Guanacaste is one of the richest cultural regions in Costa Rica. Its artistic, culinary and musical traditions are rooted in three well-differentiated ethnic currents, the Hispanic, the African and the Chorotega indigenous. Its aesthetic influence is manifested in the architecture, ceramics, furniture and garden sculptures of the Hotel Punta Islita.

Hotel Punta Islita is a secluded paradise of spectacular ocean views, enchanting luxury, and exciting activities underscored by a genuine commitment to responsible tourism. Discover an enticing array of settings and facilities perfect for fine dining, relaxation, quiet adventures, exploring authentic cultures and beach activities.

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Rafiki is a wilderness luxury tented camp and conservation project that focuses on sustainable adventure tourism. The lodge is located on 842 acres of virgin jungle along the Savegre River, 30 km south of Quepos and Manuel Antonio in Costa Rica.

Guests can enjoy a wide variety of activities, including whitewater rafting, horseback riding to waterfalls, hiking, and world-class bird watching. You don’t have to be an avid bird watcher or ecotourist to enjoy this truly unique lodge and its natural beauty.