Costa Rica Sustainable Hotels and Accomodations

These properties have taken a series of steps to achieve more sustainable practices in their biological and physical environment, the hotel facilities, with their customers and within their communities. Some measures include treating grey water, recycling rain water, protecting flora and fauna, limiting energy consumption and contributing to the public health of the local community. For the conscientious traveler, these hotels provide a luxury eco friendly vacation with minimal environmental impact.

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Hotel Punta Islita Punta Islita	$300-$920 Information Book Now		The Punta Islita Hotel is located on the Nicoya Peninsula, on the Pacific coast. The beach of Punta Islita is less than a mile long and lies in a cove that also includes a beach named playa Corozalito, where you may be able to spot some... (more)

Ocotal Beach Resort Hotel Ocotal	$100-$283 Information Book Now		The Ocotal four-star beachfront resort can be found on the beautiful northern Pacific coastline of Costa Rica. Playa Ocotal is a calm and tranquil beach, stretching a third of a mile long. The beach is ideal for swimming, snorkeling or just... (more)
Hotel Borinquen Rincon de La Vieja	$155-$273 Information Book Now		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... (more)
Buena Vista Lodge Rincon de La Vieja	$73-$94 Information Book Now		Buena Vista Lodge sits on a large hacienda near the periphery of Rincon de la Vieja National Park in Guanacaste. The Guanacaste Province is a diverse geographic region containing many microclimates, and the landscape surrounding Rincon de la Vieja... (more)
Hotel Las Tortugas Playa Grande Guanacaste	$50-$120 Information Book Now		Hotel Las Tortugas can be found in the North Pacific Coast of Costa Rica on the gorgeous Playa Grande. Since prehistoric times Playa Grande has been one of the world's principal nesting beaches for the Leatherback turtle. The area is blessed with... (more)
Hacienda Guachipelin Rincon de La Vieja	$89-$100 Information Book Now		Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin is located at the foot of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, in the northwestern region of Guanacaste. The hacienda borders the popular Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Natural hot springs, virgin forests, jungle... (more)
Barcelo Playa Langosta Tamarindo	$226 Information Book Now		Barcelo Playa Langosta sits on the north Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the province of Guanacaste. It is just a short drive from the Liberia International Airport and next to the popular surf destination of Playa Tamarindo. This region is graced... (more)
Cabinas Las Olas Playa Avellana	$70 Information Book Now		The wonderful cabinas of Las Olas are situated in the North Pacific of Costa Rica in the sunny Province of Guanacaste. Playa Avellanas white Sand Beach, located on a Mangrove Reserve permits you to discover nature intact right from the hotel. Las... (more)
Pueblo Dorado Hotel Tamarindo	$95-$125 Information Book Now		The beautiful Pueblo Dorado Hotel is situated in one of the most picturesque areas of Costa Rica, Playa Tamarindo, which is found on the north Pacific coast. The hotel, conveniently located, offers a vast selection of restaurants, nightlife, and... (more)

Grand Hotel Costa Rica San Jose	$85-$179 Information Book Now		The Gran Hotel is located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. San Jose is the largest city in the country and considered one of the most cosmopolitan places in Latin America. It's location in the Central Valley makes for a perfect... (more)
Best Western Irazu Hotel and Casino San Jose	$132 Information Book Now		The Best Western Irazu is found on the outskirts of San Jose in the Central Valley of Costa Rica. The Best Western Irazu is ideally located between downtown San Jose and the airport which makes staying at the Best Western Irazu a great choice for... (more)
Corteza Amarilla Lodge Santa Ana	$145-$175 Information Book Now		The Corteza Amarilla Art Lodge and Spa is situated in San Jose, just 15 minutes from the Juan Santamaria International Airport and 12 minutes from downtown San Jose. This lively city has an abundance of restaurants, bars, shopping, theatres and... (more)
Xandari Resort and Spa Alajuela and SJO Airport	$185-$260 Information Book Now		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... (more)
Vista del Valle Plantation Inn Alajuela and SJO Airport	$110-$175 Information Book Now		A short 20 minute drive is all that separates the Juan Santamaria Airport from the magical Vista del Valle Inn. This lovely inn is a special destination, defined by its scenic beauty and acres of tropical botanical gardens. It sits in the lush... (more)
Hotel Boungainvillea Heredia	$102-$140 Information Book Now		Hotel Bougainvillea is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Santo Domingo de Heredia, just 15 minutes from downtown San Jose. Heredia is one of Costa Rica's most historical cities, boasting superb colonial architecture amidst vast coffee... (more)
Casa Conde Apartotel and Suites San Jose	$170-$275 Information Book Now		Casa Conde Apartotel is located in the central valley, just thirty minutes from the Juan Santamaria International airport, and five minutes from San Jose. The central location makes it easy to access the many great attractions of Costa Rica,... (more)
Hotel Presidente San Jose	$101-$350 Information Book Now		Visit the lush central valley region of Costa Rica and stay at the four-star Hotel Presidente, in San Jose. The vibrant central valley is made up of a chain of volcanoes, rainforest and lush plantations. Guests staying at the hotel will be pleased... (more)
Hotel 1492 Jade y Oro San Jose	$70-$100 Information Book Now		Hotel 1492 is stitched into a small neighborhood in Costa Rica’s capital, San José. Located in the country’s Central Valley, this is the place where most visitors begin their travels. It has a wide assortment of shops,... (more)

Gaia Hotel and Reserve Manuel Antonio	$220-$760 Information Book Now		The luxurious 5 star Gaia Hotel and Reserve is located on the stunning Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in Manuel Antonio just three hours from San Jose and four from the Liberia International Airport. The Northern Puntarenas region is bustling with... (more)
Si Como No Hotel and Villas Manuel Antonio	$210-$340 Information Book Now		The luxurious Si Como No Hotel is located in Manuel Antonio, on the central Pacific coast. This area is blessed with tropical rainforests, stunning beaches and warm ocean waters. Manuel Antonio is a small village with some restaurants, bars and... (more)
Villa Caletas Playa Herradura	$178-$470 Information Book Now		Villa Caletas is located on the central Pacific coast, an hour and a half from San Jose and a short drive south of Jaco. Jaco, a popular beach destination, provides fantastic nightlife, bars, restaurants, spas and much more. Though this area has a... (more)
Hotel Parador Manuel Antonio	$195-$975 Information Book Now		The Hotel Parador Resort and Spa is located on the glorious central Pacific coast between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. This popular tourist destination is a sanctuary of bio-diversity treasured by eco-travellers, nature buffs, and those looking for... (more)
Tulemar Bungalows and Villas Manuel Antonio	$128-$550 Information Book Now		The luxurious Tulemar Beach Bungalows and Villas are located in the gorgeous area of Manuel Anotonio in the Central Pacific of Costa Rica. Imagine hiking nature trails that take you by crystalline cascades, stunning lookout points and through... (more)
Hotel Punta Leona Punta Leona	$131-$215 Information Book Now		The Punta Leona Hotel is located on the gorgeous central Pacific coast, in the province of Puntarenas and just an hour and a half from San Jose. This unique area has one of the most important private reserves in Costa Rica&s Pacific Zone. The... (more)
Hotel Amapola Jaco	$120-$265 Information Book Now		The bustling and popular beach town of Jaco, located on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is home to the Hotel Amapola. The hotel is a few minutes away from the renowned Carara Biological Reserve and the famous Manuel Antonio National Park.... (more)

Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge Corcovado	$385-$990 Information Book Now		Casa Corcovado is located on the northern end of the Osa Peninsula, on Drake Bay. This peninsula is truly one of the most outstanding and untouched wilderness areas, and home to the tallest primary rainforest on the planet. Also, the National... (more)
Lapa Rios Rainforest Lodge Cabo Matapalo	$490-$917 Information Book Now		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 planets& most bio-diverse regions, rich in untouched rainforest, insects,... (more)
Esquinas Rainforest Lodge Golfito	$190-$277 Information Book Now		The Esquinas Rainforest lodge is located in the remote southern zone of Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula. Experience raw beauty at its best in this pristine wilderness zone of primary and secondary rainforest and endless stretches of deserted beaches.... (more)

Almendros y Corales Puerto Viejo de Limon	$300-$400 Information Book Now		Hotel Almendros y Corales is situated on the breathtaking Caribbean coast, in the heart of the Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. The Caribbean coast presents a unique blend of Afro Caribbean, Indigenous and Costa Rican cultures. These mixtures... (more)
Hotel Cariblue Puerto Viejo de Limon	$95-$220 Information Book Now		Hotel Cariblue is found on the Caribbean coast, in the village of Puerto Viejo. This region offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience a completely different side of Costa Rica. You will find a beautiful mixture of indigenous,... (more)
Casa Camarona Lodge Puerto Viejo de Limon	$65-$110 Information Book Now		Casa Camarona is located on the tropical Caribbean coast, in the magical town of Puerto Viejo. The coast is rich in lush vegetation, exotic beaches and a mixture of cultures. Puerto Viejo is a small, yet bustling village with the sounds of live... (more)

Arenal Kioro Suites and Spa Arenal	$310 Information Book Now		Hotel Arenal Kioro is located in the northern lowland region of Costa Rica, near the majestic Arenal Volcano. Nature lovers will find themselves surrounded by unparalleled beauty that includes tropical rainforests, rolling green pastures, one of... (more)
Mountain Paradise Hotel Arenal	$140-$290 Information Book Now		Hotel Mountain Paradise is situated in the stunning Arenal area, in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica. Perched upon a hilltop overlooking the rolling valley below, Hotel Mountain Paradise affords breathtaking views of the world&s second most... (more)
Montana de Fuego Arenal	$110-$210 Information Book Now		Montana de Fuego is situated in the province of Alajuela, near the active Arenal Volcano. This is a paradise for nature lovers and eco-tourists who long to be surrounded by beautiful vegetation, lush primary forests and tropical gardens. Though... (more)
Rancho Margot Arenal	$70-$140 Information Book Now		Rancho Margot is located along the shores of Lake Arenal, with rivers and streams flowing through the property and right at the foothills of the Children Eternal Rain Forest, one of Costa Rica's most famous conservation projects. (more)
Nature Lodge Cano Negro Cano Negro	$80 Information Book Now		The Nature Lodge Caño Negro is set in the lush wetlands of the northern zone of Costa Rica, close to the small village of Los Chiles and three miles from the Nicaraguan border. The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, considered to be one of... (more)
La Quinta de Sarapiqui Country Inn Sarapiqui	$80-$125 Information Book Now		La Quinta Country Inn is located in the northeastern portion of Cost Rica, in Sarapiqui, just 60 miles from San Jose. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, private reserves and La Selva Biological station, this area caters to eco-tourists, thrill... (more)
Hotel El Bambu Sarapiqui	$60-$113 Information Book Now		Located at the heart of Puerto Viejo in Sarapiqui, neighbors of the exuberant tropical rain forest, Hotel El Bambu offers comfortable and pleasant accommodations on the North Caribbean Coast. The ideal location of the hotel allows guests to access... (more)
Centro Neotropico Sarapiquis Sarapiqui	$83 Information Book Now		The Sarapiqui Neotropical Center is located in the Sarapiqui river valley, in the northeastern region of the country, just two hours from San Jose. This area is steadfastly becoming an important ecotourism destination. The region is known for its... (more)
Selva Verde Lodge Sarapiqui	$110-$210 Information Book Now		The Selva Verde Lodge is nestled in the lowland tropical rainforest of Costa Rica, in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, along the Sarapiqui River. The lodge is known as being the pioneer of the eco-tourism movement in Costa Rica. This is a magical haven... (more)

El Silencio Lodge Bajos del Toro	$420-$680 Information Book Now		Set in Costa Ricas central volcanic region, El Silencio Lodge and Spa will be a sanctuary for soft adventure and inspired wellness. Close to the hotel lies the town of Sarchi home to the Costa Rican oxcart also bordering the Northwest area of the... (more)
Hotel Casa Turire Turrialba	$120-$290 Information Book Now		Hotel Casa Turire is situated in the central valley of Costa Rica, just two hours from San Jose. In the heart of the verdant Turrialba agricultural region, this beautiful estate is surrounded by the wild Reventazon River, with the imposing... (more)
Hotel El Establo Monteverde	$194-$267 Information Book Now		The elegant El Establo Hotel is situated in the majestic mountain community of Monteverde, in the Tilaran Mountain Range. A meandering dirt road leads you up onto the continental divide where you'll come upon the stunning Monteverde Cloud... (more)
Sapo Dorado Monteverde	$107-$159 Information Book Now		The Sapo Dorado Hotel is located in the charming town of Monteverde, situated in the Tilaran Mountain range, northwest of San Jose. Monteverde is world renowned for its amazingly diverse cloud forest which is rich in bird species and rare flora... (more)
Hotel Heliconia Monteverde	$89-$137 Information Book Now		Located conveniently in Costa Rica&s eco-tourism hub, Hotel Heliconia is a home away from home. The Monteverde area has several charming communities spread out along a rugged dirt road that features endless breathtaking views. Visitors will find a... (more)
Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel and Spa San Ramon	$155-$192 Information Book Now		Located in the foothills of the central highlands, an hour from the San Jose International Airport, is the Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel. Here you'll be surrounded by pristine cloud forest and a private biological reserve. Medicinal plants,... (more)
Trapp Family Lodge Monteverde	$85-$100 Information Book Now		The Trapp Family Lodge is located near the entrance of the gorgeous and unique Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Here you'll discover verdant pastures, hillsides and the unparalleled beauty of the bio-diverse cloud forest. The quaint town of Santa... (more)