This hotel's all inclusive rates offer the best deal for travelers looking for an affordable Costa Rica vacation. Almonds and Corals Hotel, named by Fodor's as one of the country's 10 most unusual, offers guests deluxe camping in the middle of the Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. The hotel bills itself as part beach resort, part safari camp and part eco-conscious hotel. With packages, guests can choose any number of days, and the price includes a room with a jacuzzi, roundtrip transportation from San Jose to the hotel, breakfast, lunch, dinner and one private dinner at the beach with a bottle of wine. Guests can also receive a Crazy Monkey Canopy Tour. Room upgrades are available.
Almonds and Corals Hotel
011-506-2271-3000
almondsandcorals.com
Travelers looking for a healing sojourn, adventure vacation or romantic getaway can try AmaTierra Retreat and Wellness Center. This lodge sits 2,000 feet high, about one hour away from San Jose and also one hour away from the beach. The property features an infinity pool and 10 private casitas with outdoor patios. The rooms have hardwood furniture and teak ceilings to give a rainforest feel. Choose from basic lodging with nightly rates, or all-inclusive packages ranging from organic living, yoga and wellness packages to a nine-night happy healthy honeymoon vacation. Options for activities include salsa dance fiestas, impromptu jam musical sessions and horseback riding through the forest.
AmaTierra Hotel and Retreat
866-659-3805
amatierra.com
U.S. mailing address:
3109 Grand Avenue
PMB 283
Miami, FL 33133
Located on 185 acres of private nature reserve, El Remanso staff take guests on adventures including waterfall rappelling, zip-lining and guided hikes through the reserve. Of course, you can always simply relax and enjoy the fresh Costa Rican air. This hotel sits on Osa Peninsula, part of Costa Rica's last remaining tropical humid rain forest, home to 750 species of trees and 365 species of birds. Available packages at El Remanso include an adventure choice, honeymoon package or wildlife explorer package. Prices include meals, and available rooms range from standard cabins to deluxe suites.
El Remanso Lodge
011-506-2735-5569
elremanso.com
Visitors looking to surf Costa Rica's famous waves can try a package that includes surfing lessons and a hotel room. At the Green Iguana Surf Camp, located in Playa Dominical, fledgling surfers receive instruction from qualified teachers. According to the Green Iguana, Playa Dominical is known for consistently having surfable waves every day. Available packages include lodging at the Diuwak Resort, about 100 feet from the ocean. The hotel also has a pool, waterfall, restaurant, and even a small supermarket. The package includes the hotel room, surf school tuition, unlimited surf board use, and excursions including river tubing and a trip to a reptile park. The school offers other packages with options including message and meals.
Green Iguana Surf Camp
011-506-8825-1381
greeniguanasurfcamp.com
