Costa Rica is a small country in Central American known for its natural beauty. From the interior lush rain forests to the blue coastline, Costa Rica is a relaxing paradise. For beach lovers, there are three five-star hotels that face the ocean and provide luxurious amenities to accompany an unforgettable vacation.
Paradisus Playa Conchal Resort is located on the waterfront of the Playa Conchal beach in Costa Rica, 45 minutes from the Guanacaste International Airport. The resort's goal is to strive for "eco-friendly entertainment and unrivaled resort luxury." The resort boasts 406 suites ranging from 538- to 1,162-square feet. When guests are not relaxing in their oversize suites, there are eight restaurants and five bars available. Like many resorts, it also offers a fitness center, spa and meeting rooms but there also are a few facilities unique to Paradisus. For example, an 18-hole par-golf course, beach volleyball, windsurfing and tandem bike rides. The resort prides itself on creating "life-enriching classes" such as sushi making, wine tasting and tango dancing; the resort also offers additional planned activities.
Paradisus Playa Conchal Resort
Bahia Brasilito
Playa Conchal
Costa Rica
888-741-5600
paradisus-playa-conchal.com
The Hilton Papagayo Resort is located waterfront in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. It offers luxurious accommodations in the form of both suites and bungalows with two handicapped-accessible rooms. The Hilton encourages families to relax together in Costa Rica by providing discounts to children. According to the official website, "children 4- to 12-years-old stay at the resort at a discounted rate of $70 per night, per child, as of 2010; this rate only applies to children staying in the same room as their parents. Children 13 years or older over will be charged adult rates, there is no charge for children under 4 years, including meals. For the little guests, the Hilton provides kids club activities, childcare and cribs. Smaller than many all-inclusive resorts, there are only three restaurants and bars.
Hilton Papagayo Resort
Playa Arenilla, Golfo de Papagayo
Guanacaste
Costa Rica
011-506-2-672-0000
hilton.com
Located on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in Guanacaste, the Hotel RIU is a modern, five-star resort. Eco-tourism is promoted and tours are arranged to explore the natural parks and volcanic areas. Besides relaxing on the beach, diving and fishing is also popular among guests. The RIU in Guanacaste offers 701 luxurious suites of various sizes and pricing as well as five-star dining entertainment. With a gym, tennis court, spa and hair dresser on site it is easy to maintain appearances while enjoying paradise.
Hotel RIU Guanacaste
Playa Matapalo - Sardinal Carrillo
Guanacaste
Costa Rica
011-506-2-681-2300
riu.com
