Arenal Volcano National Park La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Opened
2013
Price
$$$$
Outside the door
The brand
NayaraRainforest thermal estate
Suspended footbridges run through the rainforest canopy, connecting secluded villas to natural hot springs and wildlife corridors.
“The 35 villas offer a range of luxe amenities, from plunge pools to in-suite breakfast.”
Where it shines
Exceptional
Personal hosts handle laundry and serve cooked-to-order breakfasts on private villa terraces.
Remarkable
Private plunge pools tap volcanic mineral springs beneath open-air treetop spa pavilions.
What they say
Three Michelin Keys
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
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.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The estate borders Arenal Volcano National Park, placing canopy hanging bridges and volcanic hiking trails just minutes away.
The rooms
Four-poster beds and outdoor rain showers open onto private plunge pools fed by Arenal's volcanic springs.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The thermal pools
Stone thermal pools sit deep within the rainforest foliage, fed continuously by natural volcanic mineral springs.
Spa, pool, and gym
Open-air treetop pavilions host volcanic mud and coffee treatments, alongside a turquoise lap pool and glass-walled gym.
Restaurant
Amor Loco
Dinner tasting menus are served among purple velvet armchairs, with live musicians performing on stage each evening.
Thirty-five luxury villas feature private plunge pools fed by mineral hot springs, gardens, and open-air showers.
At the table
Mis Amores fires pizzas overlooking Arenal Volcano, and Mi Cafecito brews house-roasted Costa Rican coffee amid burlap sacks.
How it began
Reforesting the grounds with native cecropia trees created a protected biological corridor that now shelters resident sloths.
“Nayara Springs is an adults-only, rainforest retreat located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park.”
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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.