Gaia Hotel & Nature ReservevsFlorblanca Resort
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. Overall, Gaia Hotel & Reserve ranks slightly higher than Florblanca Resort. Gaia Hotel & Reserve scores 83 with approval from 5 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Gaia Hotel & Nature Reserve
 Lonely Planet
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Fodor's
 Jetsetter
 Travel + Leisure
 Travel + Leisure
 Lonely Planet
 Lonely Planet
 Oyster
Km 2.7 Carretera Quepos a Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park 6350, Costa Rica
From $201/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 
 Top Choice
 "This luxurious pile comprises studios, terraces suites and three-story villas and offers nature tours within its expansive grounds – a former wildlife rehabilitation center." Full review
 "Studios, the smallest accommodations, are spare and urbane in style, with views of green hillsides." Full review
 "On 13 acres of private reserve, this boutique hotel is contemporary and very chic, with rooms rendered in slate, hardwood, and rattan with Italian fittings." Full review
 "Sleek Costa Rican retreat with a multilevel infinity pool, swim-up bar and intimate spa with jungle views." Full review
 "The Terra Spa at Gaia is set in the rainforest with views of the Pacific and a menu complete with Reiki energy treatments and Thai and Swedish massages." Full review
 "Won the award for Leading Green Hotel for Central America by the World Travel Awards for its efforts in conservation...operates the preserve while offering suites, studios, and villas." Full review
 Top Choice
 "This luxurious retreat comprises immaculately furnished studios, terrace suites and three-story villas." Full review
Top choice
 "This luxurious retreat comprises immaculately furnished studios, terrace suites and three-story villas" Full review
Luxury
 "This intimate luxury hotel located a 10-minute drive from the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park is one of the area's top options" Full review
Florblanca Resort
 Afar Magazine
 Fodor's
 Travel + Leisure
 The Telegraph
 Fodor's
 Travel + Leisure
 Frommer's
 Oyster
4 KM North of Franks Place, Cobano, Santa Teresa 1315361, Costa Rica
From $400/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "A personal itinerary of surf lessons, sport fishing excursions, and yoga classes will keep adventurers busy." Full review
 "Named for the white flowers of the frangipani trees growing between the restaurant and the beach, this ultraluxurious resort is dedicated to relaxation and rejuvenation." Full review
 "Located along the Santa Teresa shoreline, the resort has seven one-bedroom and three two-bedroom villas that are nestled amidst the jungle with an open-air living area." Full review
9.0
 "Florblanca, named for the fragrant white flower of the frangipani tree which grows on the property, comprises a collection of 11 exquisite villas, each so buried in the jungle that it feels completely isolated." Full review
 "Fresh seafood is the specialty at this poolside alfresco restaurant, with inventive daily specials that focus on the day's catch prepared with Asian and Mediterranean flavors." Full review
 "Looking for an easygoing escape? Perched on the powder-soft sand in the low-key town of Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula, Florblanca exudes laid-back charm and a sustainable soul" 
 "Florblanca consists of a collection of massive, elegant private villas spread around exuberant gardens...the spa is superb and the on-site restaurant Nectar is one of the best in the area." Full review
Upscale
 "This boutique beachfront resort in Santa Teresa with 11 standalone villas epitomizes laid-back luxury" Full review