Hotel Hideaway Rio Celeste.
Nestled in the heart of the rainforest near Rio Celeste, Hotel Hideaway Rio Celeste offers a luxurious escape just minutes from the stunning Rio Celeste
Hacienda la Isla is the place where the Green Circle became a reality back in 2014. Based on the Golden Circle from Simon Sinek, 5 leading hotels and tour operator ‘Edventure’ decided to challenge the status quo in sustainable tourism. Hacienda La Isla is tucked away in a lush piece of rainforest not too far from the main road. The lodge boasts colonial grandeur and warm and welcoming hospitality in breathtaking nature.
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Jean-Pierre, the owner, is an anthropologist and an expert on Costa Rica’s culture and pre-colonial history. Hacienda la Isla is a stylish, sustainable oasis of calm in a private reserve in Sarapiquí and one of the first Green Circle Hotels. Sarapiquí has become more popular with travelers looking for an authentic experience away from the crowds.
Walk around the lodge and discover many historical artifacts and reflections of his passion. Jean Pierre’s extensive involvement in the local community helps him ensure the area and its rich history, nature, and resources will be preserved for future generations. Listen to the sounds of tropical birds and tiny colorful frogs while hiking the hotel’s trails and take a dip in a lovely pool surrounded by the greenest jungle.
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Nestled in the heart of the rainforest near Rio Celeste, Hotel Hideaway Rio Celeste offers a luxurious escape just minutes from the stunning Rio Celeste
The Artavia family, a close-knit Costa Rican family, and their six children are dedicating their lives to sustainable tourism. The parents used to be Costa Rican cattle farmers convinced by their children to give their land back to nature. They aim to synergize with nature and preserve the area for future generations.
Located on the southern Caribbean coast, Manzanillo is a peaceful village at the end of the road and renowned for some of the most beautiful unspoiled beaches in the country.
The area is also known for its great cultural diversity of Latinos, Bribri, and Cabecar Indians. The Afro-Caribbean culture came with the Jamaicans in 1872 when the railroad between San José and the port of Limon was built.
Jean-Pierre, the owner, is an anthropologist and an expert on Costa Rica’s culture and pre-colonial history. Hacienda la Isla is a stylish, sustainable oasis of calm in a private reserve in Sarapiquí and one of the first Green Circle Hotels.
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