Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel
Bijagua, Costa Rica
Rio Celeste
Vibe
Gravel paths connect secluded bungalows across lush grounds bordering the pristine wilderness of Tenorio Volcano National Park.
“Secluded rainforest lodgings”
Vaulted bamboo ceilings, polished hardwood floors, and private volcanic-stone outdoor showers in spacious rainforest bungalows.
Spacious standalone casitas with attentive concierge support, private garden decks, and generous modern bathrooms.
Direct trail access to Rio Celeste swimming spots and an on-site thirty-hectare tapir conservation reserve.
In the rainforest bordering Tenorio Volcano National Park, steps from the turquoise Rio Celeste.
“The casitas’ interiors are quite a bit more elegant than the ordinary Costa Rican eco-lodge, and they’re surprisingly spacious as well.”
Rooms
Spacious standalone casitas offer king beds, wraparound decks facing the rainforest canopy, lavish modern bathrooms, and secluded outdoor garden showers.
Wellness
An open-air yoga platform overlooks the Rio Celeste, paired with PRANA Spa and three heated Jacuzzis beside the free-form pool.
Backstory
The property established an on-site thirty-hectare wildlife reserve with the Costa Rica Wildlife Foundation to protect endangered Baird tapirs.
Eat & drink
Kantala serves Costa Rican fusion in an open-air pavilion beside koi ponds, flanked by Cantina Delirio and a swim-up bar.
The neighborhood
Direct footpaths lead to turquoise swimming spots along the Rio Celeste, just outside the gates of Tenorio Volcano 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.