Costa Rica Family Hotels
We have traveled throughout Costa Rica and visited hundreds of hotels. Most Costa Rican hotels are welcoming to families, but the hotels we’ve included in this category stand out among the rest. Many of them are perfect for families, because they offer plenty of “kid friendly” activities right at the hotel. Some have spacious living room areas that allow guests to prepare meals and relax in a larger space. Other hotels simply have a great family-orientated atmosphere.
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Arenal Springs Resort
The Arenal Springs Resort is located just outside the quaint town of La Fortuna, near the Arenal Volcano. Feast your eyes on the outstanding lush, green, natural beauty that abounds here and the awesomeness of the Arenal Volcano. Visitors longing to be surrounded by nature, birds and forest will have come to the perfect place when they arrive to the Arenal area.
View DetailsJungle Vista Boutique Hotel
The Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel is nestled in the heart of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, a tropical paradise known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant wildlife. This charming hotel is perched on a hill overlooking the jungle, providing a tranquil retreat for travelers seeking a relaxing getaway.
View DetailsThe Springs Resort and Spa
The Springs Resort and Spa has such a stunning view of the Arenal Volcano, so much so that location scouts chose it for filming “Keeping up with the Kardashians” and “The Bachelor.” Visitors come here for the views as well as the stunning series of mineral pools where visitors can soak up the tropical rainforest.
View DetailsTabacon Thermal Resort and Spa
At Tabacon Resort, you can enjoy the natural heat of the Tabacon Hot Springs, the purity of the surrounding rainforest, and rooms decorated with locally crafted furnishings. Treat yourself to a divine combination of amenities and simple luxury located outside of La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano National Park.
View DetailsNantipa Beach Resort
Enjoy 'barefoot luxury' within the Puntarenas Province at Nantipa, an official member of Small Luxury Hotels of The World. You'll be nestled within the quintessential beach town of Santa Teresa along the exquisite Nicoya Peninsula. Indulge in enjoying nature and relaxation.
View DetailsCala Luna Hotel and Villas
The elegant Cala Luna Hotel and Villas are located on the northwestern shoreline of Costa Rica, in the bustling tourist town of Tamarindo. This picturesque region opens a doorway to flat lands, green mountains and rich foliage. Because of the unique climate, the area boasts a tremendous diversity of terrain, from dense rain forests to airy deciduous forests, towering active volcanoes to lush sugarcane fields, and thick lagoons to untouched beaches.
View DetailsManatus Hotel
Manatus Hotel is an all-inclusive hotel in Tortuguero National Park. It is located between the canal and the coast.
View DetailsPlaya Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge
Set on its own private bay, Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge is located on the most southern part of the Osa Peninsula. This secluded wonderland is home to many of the country's rare and endangered animals such as wild cats, the Harpy Eagle and Scarlet Macaw. This area has been named one of the most biologically diverse places on earth and contains Central America's largest remaining Pacific Coast Rainforest. Here you'll discover jade waters and endless lush green vegetation amongst unspoiled remote beaches truly a sight to behold and treasure for a lifetime.
View DetailsÉlan at Ballena
There’s no need to choose between modern amenities, the comfort of feeling at home, and the beauty of nature when you book your own private beach condominium at Élan at Ballena. These accommodations are described by travelers like you as, “...the perfect North American amenities, set in a lush and vibrant Costa Rican forest on the beach.”
View DetailsPremier Sunrise Ocean View Plus
La Mariposa is located on the central Pacific coast between the fishing town of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Quepos is a great place to find boutique and surf stores, bars and restaurants and the local bus station which runs between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Manuel Antonio is known worldwide for its natural beauty and biological diversity.
View DetailsHotel Poco a Poco
Hotel Poco a Poco is perched up in the Tilaran Mountain Range in Monteverde. Monteverde stands for 'green mountain' and that's exactly what you'll find here: verdant hillsides, rich green vegetation and an abundance of varied flora in a completely breathtaking setting. Nature buffs, scientists and avid bird watchers flock to this mountain paradise to seek out the famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and for the opportunity to see the elusive Quetzal.
View DetailsHotel Los Lagos
Los Lagos, featuring very comfortable accommodations, is one of a few hotels on the foothills of the Arenal Volcano. Hotel Los Lagos offers jacuzzis fed by natural hot springs, 4 pools with thermal waters and 3 with cold water, water slides, a volcano shaped kids pool, Butterfly Garden, Frog Pond, restaurant, and crocodile farm.
View DetailsSibu Lodge
Sibu Lodge is a charming family-run hotel nestled in the heart of Santa Elena, Monteverde. This cozy lodge is perfect for solo travelers, couples, nature lovers, and families seeking a laid-back ambiance without the distractions of modern gadgets. With a mission to provide a great individual experience for every guest, the lodge strives to create wonderful memories for all who stay.
View DetailsVilla Buena Onda
We are proud to introduce the Villa Buena Onda. A unique concept in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica that provides guests an all-inclusive luxury experience.
View DetailsHarmon Estate
Harmon Estate is in the Los Sueños resort complex, and puts you a short distance from the Los Sueños golf course. This is a 6-bedroom, split-level villa that’s ideal for family reunions, a big group of friends, or a professional retreat.
View DetailsPlanet Hollywood Beach Resort
Planet Hollywood invites guests to vacation like stars, with luxurious suites and pristine grounds. It puts you on the edge of the Culebra Bay, which offers a scenic coastline surrounded by some of Costa Rica’s must-see national parks. Visitors come here for pampering between scenic nature adventures.
View DetailsLa Paloma Lodge
La Paloma Lodge sits high atop a ridge overlooking Drake Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Located in southern Costa Rica near the Osa Peninsula, this area is bountiful with natural wonders and virtually devoid of tourist crowds.
View DetailsThe Peace Lodge at La Paz Waterfall
The unique and magical Peace lodge is located on the grounds of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens in Heredia. In possibly one of the finest natural masterpieces, guests can expect to find themselves in a magical world, surrounded by cascading waterfalls and pristine rainforests.
View DetailsHotel Azura
This hotel is located on a quiet stretch of beach in Samara. Hotel Azura offers 75 pristine suites and all-inclusive meal and drink plans.
View DetailsGilded Iguana Resort
This surfer's paradise is every bit as cool as it sounds. Hanging ten since 1988, The Gilded Iguana offers you the opportunity to enjoy the ultimate surf getaway. Located 200 meters (656 feet) from the beach, you're steps away from the immaculate white sands of Guiones. Located within the increasingly posh region of Nosara, Costa Rica, The Gilded Iguana offers beachside adventure, health and wellness, and more than a little bit of indulgence. This vacation, have it all!
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