Stilted rainforest hideaway
Stilted timber cabins rise into the Osa canopy, where scarlet macaws fly past and dinner operates entirely on your schedule.
Where it shines
Remarkable
Custom guided Corcovado rainforest treks, fresh Pacific catch from local fishermen, and open-air wildlife viewing.
Notable
Five stilted bungalows crafted from sustainably harvested teak, featuring passive cooling and dual open-air granite showers.
Notable
Personalized excursion planning, open-schedule dining, and private hillside cabins with panoramic bay-view hammocks.
What they say
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
The five cabins feature a full deck with lounge chairs and a hammock, offering an unbeatable location for sunset viewing above Drake Bay.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Trails lead into Corcovado National Park, while boats depart Playa Colorada for snorkeling trips around Caño Island.
The rooms
Timber bungalows feature orthopedic king beds, breezy cross-ventilation, and wraparound bathroom windows framing dual granite rain showers.
In-bungalow massage
Therapists deliver massages and body treatments directly to your open-air bungalow, surrounded by the rainforest canopy.
Restaurant and Lounge
The open-air teak pavilion serves fresh Pacific seafood and specialty coffee brewed with beans from Poás Volcano.
How it began
Founders Yens Steller and Patrick Ludwig built the retreat using local teak, solar water heating, and gravity-fed spring water.
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Gold
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Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.