On to the South Caribbean coast, where you’ll find the true meaning of Costa Rica’s Pura Vida; get ready for a few days of ultimate relaxation in Punta Uva! This region’s inhabitants are Latinos, Indians, and Afro-Caribbean Creoles. The vibe is relaxed. Reggae and calypso rhythms fill the little streets and colorful houses.
Your hotel
You are staying in Costa Rica Tree House Lodge, a unique destination near the beach where you’ll find six hand-built, sustainable houses that sparkle with creativity. Owner Edsart has a sharp eye for attractive color combinations and is a master in architectural design and repurposing. Don’t be surprised to find an old American school bus in the jungle, now a comfortable family suite.
The open and spacious Beach Suite will be your home and is built with fallen trees from the rainforest and other recycled materials. The garden borders the beach. You can enjoy a great ocean view from the 1st-floor bedroom and the roof terrace, plus there’s a bathroom you’ve never seen before. In addition, you have a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue, and a wood-fired hot tub!
Explore the area
Hotel Casa Turire breathes historical charm and invites guests to enjoy the glamor and elegance of a colonial deco boutique hotel. A spectacular tropical garden surrounds the hotel. Still, on its grounds, you’ll also find a sustainable working farm that provides the ingredients for tasty breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for hotel guests.
Hotel Grano de Oro, a founding father of the Green Circle, is a sustainable oasis in the hectic city of San Jose. You’ll go back in time when staying in this gorgeous colonial building. The hotel was the family home of one of the most renowned entrepreneurial families in Costa Rica. More than 30 years ago, Eldon and Lori, a Canadian couple, bought the property and turned it into the upscale boutique hotel it is today.
CNN has elected Juan Sostheim’s Rancho Margot as one of the most sustainable destinations in Costa Rica. Stay in a comfortable room in a lush green garden and relax in the natural pool at Rancho Margot. The ranch is entirely self-sufficient and carbon-negative. And that is a very positive thing!
Lirio Lodge, far away from civilization and other tourists. There’s no WiFi or swimming pool, but you will not feel bored at this extraordinary place.
We can guarantee you will enjoy a great night’s sleep in the middle of nature. Wake up when the jungle awakens for the best chance to spot animals. Early in the morning, before the heat sets in, most animals are busy scoring their breakfast for the day.
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