Botanika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton
Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
Vibe
Open-air timber pavilions open directly to the rainforest, where returning anglers and wildlife spotters mingle under secondary canopy.
“Rainforest sportfishing cove”
A lagoon pool with cabanas, rainforest walking trails, and sportfishing charters departing for Golfo Dulce.
Driza pool bar where anglers swap fishing tales over bell-pepper cocktails and local craft beer.
An on-site BioSur science center, scarlet macaw sightings, and kitchen preparation of your daily ocean catch.
Set on twenty-one rainforest acres by Golfo Dulce, a short drive from Corcovado National Park.
“The main lobby building and lounge are especially photogenic, if you’re looking for a photo opp, with gorgeous indoor/outdoor design...”
Rooms
Modern suites feature private balconies, woven tapestries, and fully equipped kitchens, looking out toward toucans and scarlet macaws in the trees.
“The resort embraces its rain forest location with landscaping that incorporates local plants in abundance and a design that includes various outdoor spaces...”
Wellness
Two hot tubs and shaded cabanas flank the lagoon pool, while the spa incorporates native botanicals and Costa Rican coffee scrubs.
Backstory
Developed by the family behind the storied Crocodile Bay fishing lodge, the property transformed a rustic outpost into a contemporary eco-resort.
Eat & drink
Driza serves bell-pepper cocktails beside the water, while Tierra a la Mesa will clean and cook your daily ocean catch for dinner.
The neighborhood
Tucked into the Osa Peninsula near Puerto Jimenez, the grounds offer direct access to Golfo Dulce waters and Corcovado National Park.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.