Nayara
La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Barrio Pilo
Vibe
Suspended footbridges weave through dense rainforest canopy, linking mineral hot springs and wildlife paths beneath the Arenal Volcano outline.
“Rainforest thermal hideaway”
Personal hosts, complimentary laundry service, and private plunge pools continuously fed by geothermal volcanic hot springs.
Open-air canopy pavilions offering volcanic mud wraps, dry saunas, sunrise yoga, and mineral-rich hot-spring soaking pools.
Suspension canopy bridges, an active sloth sanctuary, guided volcano excursions, and shared facilities across three rainforest properties.
In the rainforest canopy bordering Arenal Volcano National Park, with trails and thermal springs on property.
“set in the Arenal Volcano National Park in central Costa Rica, Nayara Springs is a high-end adults-only hotel whose villas have everything from spring-fed plunge pools to indoor and outdoor showers”
Rooms
Freestanding villas feature four-poster beds, outdoor showers, and private wooden decks with plunge pools continuously fed by geothermal volcanic springs.
“The 35 villas offer a range of luxe amenities, from plunge pools to in-suite breakfast. Each villa is designed with indigenous wood and local stones…”
Wellness
Treetop pavilions host volcanic mud wraps and organic cacao treatments alongside dry saunas, hydrotherapy whirlpools, and daily sunrise yoga classes.
Backstory
Founder Leo Ghitis reforested former pastureland with hundreds of native trees, cultivating an active sloth sanctuary across the grounds.
Eat & drink
Amor Loco pairs theatrical tasting menus with nightly live music, while Mis Amores serves wood-fired fare against volcano views.
The neighborhood
Rainforest trails lead directly into Arenal Volcano National Park, with suspension bridges, white-water rapids, and thermal river valleys nearby.
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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.