Adults-Only Resorts in Costa Rica: 12 Properties Worth Booking
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If you’re searching for adults-only resorts in Costa Rica, you’ve landed in the right place!
We’ve been living here since 2016 and have spent nearly a decade exploring every corner of this country. Costa Rica doesn’t have the sprawling all-inclusive adults-only scene you’d find in Mexico or the Dominican Republic, but I think that’s part of what makes it special. What it does have is a collection of incredibly well-designed boutique properties where the focus is on experience rather than volume.
Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a romantic getaway, or simply a trip where you want to wake up to howler monkeys instead of someone else’s kids at the pool, there’s something on this list for you.
We’ve rounded up 12 of the best adults-only properties across the country, covering every region and a range of price points, so you can find the right fit for your trip and your travel style.
Alright, on to the guide!
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1. Amor Arenal — La Fortuna
A five-star adults-only sanctuary at the foot of the Arenal Volcano, built for couples who want luxury and nature in equal measure. Wildly romantic, beautifully designed, and the kind of place where you really won’t want to leave.
- Rooms: 31 jungle casitas with private thermal plunge pools, volcano or canyon views, king beds, and stocked minibars.
- Dining: Six restaurants and bars on-site from the flagship El Rancho to a traditional Tico cantina, wine cellar, and chef’s table.
- Don’t miss: The open-air canyon spa and forest yoga pavilion. La Fortuna’s adventure scene (waterfall, zip-lining, rafting) is also excellent.
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2. Nayara Springs — La Fortuna
Consistently ranked among the most romantic hotels in the world, and having spent a lot of time in La Fortuna, we completely understand why. This place has just 16 villas, each with a private plunge pool fed by natural mineral hot spring water. Book well in advance, it’s a popular spot.
- Rooms: 16 villas for two, each with a private hot spring plunge pool and volcano views.
- Dining: Two restaurants plus private dining options. Breakfast and minibar included.
- Don’t miss: The Amor Loco restaurant’s moody, purple velour atmosphere. Daily yoga and spa on-site.
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3. Rancho Pacifico — Uvita
Perched above Uvita with sweeping views of the Whale’s Tail and the surrounding marine park. The location is stunning, the staff are among the best in the country, and the whole experience feels personal and polished. Great for honeymoons or a remote work escape.
- Rooms: Luxury villas, rainforest treehouses, and modern suites; one to three bedrooms, each with a private pool.
- Dining: Five-star on-site restaurant with a set four-course evening menu. A-la-carte breakfast included.
- Don’t miss: Whale watching tours, Nauyaca Waterfall, and the views at sunset from the property.
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4. Kura Boutique Hotel — Uvita
With eight suites total, if you want a truly intimate and boutique experience, Kura is the answer. Perched in the hills above Uvita with Pacific views, the level of personalized service here is hard to match and the design is the kind of thing you see in travel magazines.
- Rooms: Junior Suites, Infinity Suites, and Master Suites, all with balconies and Pacific views. Master Suites have private splash pools.
- Dining: On-site restaurant with flexible menu, gourmet breakfast included, welcome cocktail on arrival.
- Don’t miss: The infinity pool and sky lounge. Daily beach transfers included, plus round-trip shuttles from Uvita.
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5. Oxygen Jungle Villas — Uvita
Twelve Balinese-style villas on a private reserve in the hills above Uvita, each one is designed like a floating pavilion in the treetops. Floor-to-ceiling glass, four-poster beds, and rain showers that open to the rainforest.
- Rooms: Ocean View or Mountain View villas with private terraces, organic bath products, and Nespresso machines.
- Dining: Terraza Bistro on-site which serves Costa Rican fusion, fresh ceviche, local in-season produce. Private villa dining is also available.
- Don’t miss: The saltwater infinity pool, on-property waterfall hike, and Marino Ballena National Park nearby for whale watching.
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6. Hotel Three Sixty — Ojochal
Sitting 300 meters above the Pacific in the hills above Ojochal, this one earns its name with 360-degree views of jungle, ocean, and sky. Twelve villas, a cliffside infinity pool, and an open-air restaurant. Plus, you’re minutes from Ojochal’s quietly excellent dining scene.
- Rooms: 12 private villas with floor-to-ceiling glass, Indonesian furnishings, wide terraces, and wraparound Pacific views.
- Dining: Kua Kua Restaurant for fresh coastal cuisine, 360 Bar for sundowners with a view that actually lives up to the name.
- Don’t miss: In-villa spa treatments, rainforest nature trails with toucans and coatis, and a dinner out in Ojochal.
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7. Gaia Hotel & Reserve — Manuel Antonio
The one luxury adults-only option in Manuel Antonio (that we know about), and a great one. This property sits on its own private 12-acre nature reserve with regular wildlife sightings right on the property.
- Rooms: Suites with natural wood and stone floors, private jacuzzis, Netflix, and jungle or ocean views. Breakfast included.
- Dining: La Luna Restaurant serves fresh local and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Five breakfast options are included in your room rate. Happy hour runs daily 5–7pm at the Sky Lounge with one of the best sunset views in Manuel Antonio.
- Don’t miss: TERRA SPA with sauna and steam room, the guided reserve tour and transportation to Manuel Antonio National Park, about 10 minutes away.
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8. Casa Chameleon — Las Catalinas
A Relais & Châteaux property on the Guanacaste coast, with 21 private villas perched on a hillside above the Pacific. The vibe is intimate and romantic. The property is designed around ocean views, sunsets, and privacy.
- Rooms: 21 standalone villas with saltwater plunge pools, open-air showers, and panoramic views of the Guanacaste coast and Catalinas Islands.
- Dining: Sentido Norte serves coastal Costa Rican cuisine with cliffside sunset views. Free cooked-to-order breakfast included.
- Don’t miss: The 14+ miles of hiking and biking trails around Las Catalinas, beach access at nearby Playa Danta (2-minute walk), and the torch-lighting sunset ritual at the pool.
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9. Vista del Alma — Santa Teresa
Seven suites on a hilltop above Santa Teresa with panoramic Pacific views. Wellness-focused, intimate, and designed for people who want the quiet kind of luxury. The name means “view of the soul” which pretty much tells you everything about the intention behind it.
- Rooms: Seven open-concept suites with panoramic glass doors, private terraces, kitchenettes, and canopy beds.
- Dining: Light breakfast delivered to your suite. No full restaurant, but the team arranges private chefs or reservations at Santa Teresa’s best tables.
- Don’t miss: The hilltop infinity pool at golden hour, morning yoga, and Santa Teresa’s world-class surf and restaurant scene.
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10. Secrets Papagayo — Guanacaste (All-Inclusive)
Secrets Papagayo is a different kind of trip than everything else on this list. If you want a lively, social, all-inclusive experience with beach access, unlimited food and drinks, and zero decisions to make, this delivers it well. It’s a larger resort (200+ suites) and ratings reflect that it’s a crowd-pleaser rather than a boutique gem, but for what it is (polished, well-run all-inclusive on the dry sunny Papagayo Peninsula) it’s hard to beat.
- Rooms: Multiple categories with upgraded Hyatt Preferred Club options. All rooms include a balcony or terrace.
- Dining: Seven restaurants, five bars, 24-hour room service, all included.
- Don’t miss: The spa, beach access, and the reliably sunny Papagayo weather.
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11. Jardín del Eden — Tamarindo
A true hidden gem right in the heart of Tamarindo. This hotel is adults-only, garden-wrapped, and a short walk from the beach. For the price point, it’s exceptional value.
- Rooms: 46 individually decorated rooms across several categories; ocean view balconies, garden terraces, junior suites, and a master suite. All feature Guanacaste wood furniture and a warm, contemporary feel.
- Dining: La Plumeria restaurant in the tropical gardens serves a daily-changing dinner menu built around local organic produce, fresh seafood, and a Latin-Mediterranean fusion approach. Breakfast buffet and three-course dinner both included in the room rate.
- Don’t miss: The included wellness activities such as morning yoga, sound healing with crystal bowls and gongs, and breathwork sessions in the gardens. Also: the private oceanfront garden with plunge pool and beach bar, a 3-minute walk from the hotel.
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12. The Royal Corin — La Fortuna
The Royal Corin is the adults-only option in La Fortuna for travelers who want the hot springs and volcano experience without the Nayara Springs price tag. A 54-room boutique resort with serious thermal water credentials (two hot spring pools, four jacuzzis with waterfalls, and a full spa) plus Arenal Volcano views from almost every room.
- Rooms: Four categories from Deluxe rooms to Master Suites, all with volcano-view balconies or terraces.
- Dining: Two restaurants plus two bars. The Lava Restaurant on the 5th floor for romantic dinners with volcano views, Emperador for refined daily dining, and Basalto Pool Bar for drinks by the thermal pools. A-la-carte breakfast included.
- Don’t miss: The thermal hot spring pools and jacuzzis. This is genuinely the resort’s standout feature and one of the best value hot spring experiences in La Fortuna.
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Transportation
Usually, we suggest renting a car in Costa Rica, but if you are staying at a resort it is most likely not very necessary because you probably won’t be doing a ton of exploring.
All the resorts listed above will be happy to arrange transportation for you. However, sometimes it can be pricey.
If you would like to arrange your own private or shared shuttle, Bookaway has the most comprehensive list of shuttles we have found throughout Costa Rica. Use code: SARAHMC5 at checkout. for a 5% discount
Alternatively, if you would like to rent a car, you can find out more about that and get a 10% discount plus other great perks here.
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- Excellent customer service
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Quick Tips
- Best season: Dry season (late Dec–late April) is peak. May–July offers lower prices and decent weather. August–November is rainy season with the best availability and pricing.
- Travel insurance: Worth it for medical coverage, flight delays, and last-minute changes.
- Honest advice: Don’t spend your whole trip in the resort. Costa Rica has too much to offer even one day out makes the trip so much better.
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Map of Adult Only Resorts
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