Puerto Viejo, Costa RicaPlaya Negra
EVIA Life Resort
Canopy tented villas
Canopy tented villas
Ten tented pavilions sit raised above the rainforest floor, running on ocean breezes with meals served directly to private terraces.
What it’s good at
Notable
Guided BriBri community visits and sacred cacao ceremonies connect guests to Talamanca.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The ten jungle villas are arranged in three private clusters, each with its own saltwater pool and shared lounge, and open to 270-degree views of ocean and canopy through natural ventilation rather than air conditioning.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The black sands of Playa Negra lie just down the hill, and Puerto Viejo's seaside cafes are a short bike ride away.
The rooms
Tented villas look out across 270-degree canopy views, outfitted with open-air showers, swinging seats, and double daybeds on private verandas.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A curved saltwater pool is set into wide timber decking, flanked by daybeds and shaded by dense jungle foliage.
Yoga and massage
An open-air timber pavilion with a canvas roof hosts daily yoga, and body treatments take place on private villa terraces.
At the table
Breakfast arrives on private terraces with tropical fruit and traditional gallo pinto, and drinks can be ordered poolside.
How it began
Founder Gašper Pavli conceived the resort after renting a Puerto Viejo cottage from local resident Hector, who now manages the property.
Puerto Viejo
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
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.