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Nayara Springs vs The Zancudo Lodge

The Zancudo Lodge and Nayara Springs are both praised by travel writers. Overall, Nayara Springs is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Zancudo Lodge. Nayara Springs has a TripExpert Score of 88 with praise from 5 publications such as The Telegraph, Condé Nast Traveler and Jetsetter.

Nayara Springs
Nayara Springs
8 / 10
4 miles west from la Fortuna Town, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park 21007, Costa Rica
From $620 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
97.6
"This new boutique hotel is a Costa Rican dream for anyone looking for a secluded vacation spot." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The adults-only Nayara Springs is one of the most intimate and luxurious hotels in the country." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Clutch of villas perched atop a Costa Rican rainforest, with plunge pools, outdoor showers, and volcano views." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Located in Arenal Volcano National Park, Nayara Springs is a Costa Rican getaway that teems with tropical beauty and biodiversity." Full review
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• Don't miss the bird watching around the property.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Courtesy of Nayara Springs At Nayara Springs, each of the 16 villas comes with its own plunge pool, drawing on mineral-rich spring waters from Arenal Volcano next door." Full review
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The Zancudo Lodge
The Zancudo Lodge
7 / 10
Playa Zancudo, Golfito, Costa Rica
From $250 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The most luxurious retreat in Zancudo by a long shot, this 16-room lodge sits amid landscaped grounds, complete with trickling water features, bamboo stockades, and spacious, tranquil rooms." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Most guests here are well-heeled, avid anglers on all-inclusive sportfishing packages, but the young owners have completely transformed this beachfront property into a top-notch luxury resort that can be enjoyed by those who have never dropped a line." Full review