"Tucked away in its own little world, a 20 minute beach walk north of the laid back surfer town of Puerto Viejo, Hotel Banana Azul is a little piece of heaven." Full review

"Removed from town, this romantic hotel sits astride a blissfully tranquil black-sand beach." Full review

"Banana Azul is the ultimate romantic retreat on Costa Rica’s diverse and funky Caribbean Coast." Full review

"Hardwood furnishings are abundant at this gay-friendly (but by no means exclusive) hotel at the secluded far end of Playa Negra." Full review

"Hotel Banana Azul is perpetually improving and tweaking its intimate 14-room retreat on a dramatic—and private—stretch of black-sand beach." Full review

"Features such fabulous touches as koi ponds with turtles in the middle of the ceramic-tiled common lounge. One of the top draws here is the Azul Beach Club, which serves food and drinks on the beach" Full review

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"The resort is home to 22 stables, the largest riding ring in Central America, and top-notch facilities that include an on-site veterinarian." Full review

"Tucked high in the mountains of Pérez Zeledon in southern Costa Rica, this 864-acre property—the first Auberge Resort in Central America—brings glamor and luxury to an otherwise rugged terrain." Full review

"This five-star new-build luxury estate in the southern foothills of the Cordillera de Talamanca is a serene and polished country retreat." Full review

"A suite or casita at an idyllic hideaway in an untouched corner of Costa Rica, with a welcome drink." Full review

"Luxurious mountainside retreat on 865 acres of gardens and rainforest, three and a half hours southeast of San José." Full review

"A hillside hacienda overlooking the lush Valle de General, this Auberge Resort consists of self-contained casitas (cottages) and suites, their decor stylish and understated (neutral shades, dark leather), surrounded by 350 hectares – ideal for hiking, horseback riding and observing from the air from one of the resort's own ultralights" Full review

"Offers an elevated take on the Costa Rican concept of pura vida, or "pure life"...spread out over 180 lush acres, where guests are encouraged to build their days around interactions with nature" Full review