Nayara Springs
La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Vibe
Footbridges suspended high in the rainforest canopy link secluded adults-only villas to thermal pools and guided twilight frog walks.
“Rainforest thermal refuge”
Personal hosts, complimentary laundry, stocked minibars, and in-villa breakfast served on private terraces.
Private volcano-fed thermal plunge pools, open-air canopy spa pavilions, and daily morning yoga in a thatched pavilion.
Rainforest canopy footbridges connect swim-up pool bars, multiple dining venues, and naturalist-led sloth and frog walks.
In the rainforest canopy near Arenal Volcano National Park, west of La Fortuna.
“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
Standalone teak villas feature four-poster beds, dual open-air showers, and private plunge pools continuously fed by Arenal Volcano mineral springs.
“The 35 villas offer a range of luxe amenities, from plunge pools to in-suite breakfast.”
Wellness
Open-air treatment pavilions hidden in the canopy offer volcanic mud wraps, while morning yoga unfolds in a thatched open pavilion.
“Thirty-five luxury villas feature private plunge pools fed by mineral hot springs, gardens, and open-air showers.”
Backstory
The property established a dedicated cecropia tree reforestation corridor that now serves as a protected sanctuary for native sloths and toucans.
“It’s hard to believe you’re in the middle of the Costa Rican rainforest at Amor Loco, part fine dining restaurant and part swanky lounge…”
Eat & drink
Amor Loco pairs tasting menus with an onyx bar and velvet seating, while open-air Mis Amores frames views of Arenal Volcano.
The neighborhood
Set west of La Fortuna, the estate borders Arenal Volcano National Park, where hiking trails wind past volcanic ravines and rivers.
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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.