Minimalist hillside hangout
Whitewashed pavilions step down a jungle hillside, where guests gather around an open-air pool deck for Pacific sunsets.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Stepped whitewashed pavilions feature fishbone-pattern caña brava ceilings, polished concrete floors, and custom Sarchí rattan furniture.
Notable
An open-air communal lounge and sunset bar where guests and hosts gather over evening drinks.
Listed
Stepped hillside perches frame coastal Nicoya jungle foliage, handcrafted regional woodwork, and panoramic Pacific Ocean sunsets.
What they say
Also in Wallpaper*.
Terraced into the side of a steep hill with sparkling views of the Pacific Ocean, the four-bedroom property is the work of Benjamin Garcia Saxe...
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Perched on a quiet hillside, the property sits a short walk from Santa Teresa's surf breaks and coastal dining strip.
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The rooms
Folding glass doors open each room to private rooftop terraces with shade sails and custom rattan seating facing the sea.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Wooden loungers and low daybeds edge the infinity pool, looking straight out over coastal jungle canopy to the ocean.
At the table
Mornings bring fresh tropical fruit and homemade banana bread to the communal table, and sunset cocktails follow at the bar.
How it began
Founded by Swedish owners, the retreat was designed by Studio Saxe to combine Scandinavian minimalism with Costa Rican woodwork.
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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.