The 27 best luxury hotels in Costa Rica
From Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve to Andaz Costa Rica Resort At: 27 hand-picked luxury hotels across 4 destinations in Costa Rica. Every booking through suitespot includes free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability and further benefits — at the regular hotel rate.
Luxury hotels in Costa Rica by destination
Pick your destination: every city and region in Costa Rica has its own overview with all properties, rates and benefits.
More destinations in Costa Rica
Beyond the big names, we also feature hand-picked properties here:
The most popular luxury hotels in Costa Rica
These properties lead our ranking in Costa Rica — across all destinations, ordered exactly as in our search.
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The strongest destinations in Costa Rica compared
How many properties are where, what do they cost and which address leads the local ranking? All prices are from-rates per night; booked via suitespot the benefits come on top at no extra cost.
| Destination | Luxury hotels | From | Top-ranked property |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guanacaste | 12 | 195 € | Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve |
| La Fortuna | 3 | 417 € | Tabacon Thermal Resort La Fortuna |
| Sunnyvale | 2 | 175 € | Tetra Hotel Sunnyvale |
| Peninsula Papagayo | 1 | 597 € | Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in Costa Rica
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve · Provincia de GuanacasteFor this guide we have gathered the best hotels in Costa Rica: 30 5-star hotels, from 175 euros a night.30 luxury hotels between Pacific, volcano and rainforest – and how to choose
Luxury hotels in Costa Rica start at 175 € a night; the median entry rate is 394 €, and 26 of 30 start at no more than 1,000 €.
Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula PapagayoAll 30 include a breakfast, an upgrade and an early check-in or late check-out; at 27 the suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
Our travel advisors’ insider tip
In Costa Rica you combine beach and rainforest.
On the beach in Guanacaste Rio Perdido starts at 216 €, El Mangroove Guanacaste at 275 €, Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve at 1,196 €.
At Arenal the Tabacon Thermal Resort La Fortuna starts at 417 €; The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal adds 125 US dollars for the spa and a Club Rio tour for two.
Our advice: plan three nights at the volcano and four on the Pacific.
Where to stay: Guanacaste, Arenal, Monteverde or the south
The best hotels in Costa Rica are spread over five regions.
Guanacaste
14 hotels in Guanacaste and on the Nicoya Peninsula from 216 €, including the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique and the Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo. Our recommendation for beaches and dry weather.
La Fortuna
Four hotels at Arenal from 417 €, including Nayara Springs. Our recommendation for volcano, hot springs and rainforest.
Monteverde and Bajos del Toro
Three hotels from 305 €, including El Silencio Lodge. Our recommendation for cloud forest and waterfalls.
Pacific and south
Six hotels from 195 €, from Manuel Antonio to Corcovado Wilderness Lodge. Our recommendation for national parks and wildlife.
In the Central Valley near San José there are three more, from 175 €. How best to travel between the places, our travel advisors will clarify before you book.
398 categories: the best hotels in Costa Rica from the inside
Together the best hotels in Costa Rica list 398 categories, 147 of them suites.
Tabacon Thermal Resort La FortunaThe largest units are at Los Altos Resort Manuel Antonio: the penthouse with balcony measures 418 m² – as does the 4-Bedroom Villa Suite at El Mangroove Guanacaste.
Tell us the size you do not want to go below – our travel advisors have it confirmed before you book.
What a night at a luxury hotel in Costa Rica costs
A night at a 5-star hotel in Costa Rica starts at 175 €; 19 hotels start at no more than 500 €.
| Destination | Hotels | From |
|---|---|---|
| Guanacaste and Nicoya | 14 | 216 € |
| Pacific and south | 6 | 195 € |
| Arenal and La Fortuna | 4 | 417 € |
| Monteverde and Bajos del Toro | 3 | 305 € |
| Central Valley | 3 | 175 € |
How long to stay: ten nights – three at Arenal, two in the cloud forest, five on the Pacific.
Nayara Gardens La FortunaAt three hotels the suitespot benefits apply from two nights, at the other 27 from the first night.
When it is at its best: from December to April, in the dry season. Our recommendation for beach days in Guanacaste.
From May to November the country is lush and green. Our recommendation for rainforest, waterfalls and hot springs.
And whatever the date: you get the suitespot benefits in the quietest week of the year just as in the busiest.
Breakfast, upgrade and exclusive services at a 5-star hotel
All 30 hotels include a breakfast, an upgrade upon availability and an early check-in or late check-out – at the Hotel Nantipa Santa Teresa de Cobano breakfast is even for three. At the Andaz the upgrade is applied at booking.Personal luxury travel adviceOur travel advisors personally accompany your booking – 365 days a year, from the first offer to late check-out. Reach the suitespot VIP service via email or WhatsApp.Phone: +49 30 81452346 · hotel@suitespot.comIn addition, for example:
• at The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal 125 US dollars for the spa and a Club Rio tour for two
• at Hacienda AltaGracia Perez Zeledon 100 US dollars for adventure and wellness activities
• at Esh Hotel Nosara a bottle of wine with plantain and yuca chips
• a hotel credit at 26 hotels, a welcome gift at 14
You collect points at 21 hotels – for example with Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, I Prefer, World of Hyatt, IHG One Rewards and in the Leaders Club.
Suites & family options in Costa Rica
For anniversaries, wedding nights or simply more space: these properties in Costa Rica offer their own suite categories. Our travel advisors know them in detail and will put together the right category for your occasion.
| Hotel | Destination | Suite categories (selection) | Largest suite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve | Provincia de Guanacaste | Canopy Suite, Casona Suite, Grand Casona Suite | – |
| Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo | Peninsula Papagayo | Papagayo Pool Suite, Presidential Suite, Plunge Pool Suite | Papagayo Pool Suite · 299 m² |
| Tabacon Thermal Resort La Fortuna | La Fortuna | Tabacon Suite, Honeymoon Suite, Suite | Tabacon Suite · 80 m² |
| W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal | Playa Conchal, Santa Cruz | Deluxe Suite, Escape Suite, Fantastic Ocean Suite | – |
| Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen | Heredia | Master Suite, Presidential Suite, Suite | – |
| The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal | La Fortuna | Aracari Suite, Family Suite, Oropendola Suite | – |
| El Silencio Lodge | Bajos del Toro | Suite, Deluxe Suite | Suite · 269 m² |
| Senda Monteverde Hotel | Monteverde | Senda Suite, Junior Suite, Premium Suite | Senda Suite · 87 m² |
Earn points & use your status in Costa Rica
suitespot rates are full direct rates: you earn regular points and elite nights in the hotel program and keep your status benefits — the suitespot benefits come on top.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in Costa Rica |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy | 11 hotels | Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal, Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen … |
| Hilton Honors | 2 hotels | Waldorf Astoria Residences Costa Rica Punta Cacique, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique |
| I Prefer | 2 hotels | SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge, Santarena Hotel Las Catalinas |
| Leaders Club | 1 hotel | Nayara Gardens La Fortuna |
| World of Hyatt | 1 hotel | Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo |
More luxury destinations nearby
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in Costa Rica
How many luxury hotels in Costa Rica does suitespot offer?
30: 14 in Guanacaste and on Nicoya, six in the south on the Pacific, four at Arenal, three each in the cloud forest and the Central Valley.
What does a night at a 5-star hotel in Costa Rica cost?
From 175 € at the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen; the median entry rate is 394 €.
Which luxury hotels are at Arenal?
Four in La Fortuna, including the Tabacon Thermal Resort La Fortuna and Nayara Springs.
Which hotel offers breakfast for three?
The Hotel Nantipa Santa Teresa de Cobano.
Is there a minimum stay in Costa Rica?
At three hotels the benefits apply from two nights, at the other 27 from the first night.
Which hotel has the largest suite?
Los Altos Resort Manuel Antonio: the penthouse with balcony, 418 m².
Can I earn hotel points in Costa Rica?
At 21 hotels, for example with Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, I Prefer, World of Hyatt, IHG One Rewards and in the Leaders Club.
When is the best time to visit Costa Rica?
From December to April for the beach, from May to November for rainforest and waterfalls.
