Celestial rainforest citadel
Perched high along the volcanic corridor, circular green-roofed pavilions blend into primary rainforest where howler monkeys greet the morning mist.
“The design is inspired by the crafts of the Indigenous Maleku people, and the majority of furniture was created by local artisans…”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Curved green-roofed villas featuring celestial motifs, planetary ceiling patterns, and furniture carved from fallen jungle timber.
Remarkable
A 111-acre rainforest estate offering private waterfall hikes, guided nocturnal wildlife walks, horseback riding, and lagoon fishing.
Remarkable
Deep immersion in Maleku indigenous craftsmanship, guided rainforest wildlife tracking, and hands-on morning dairy farm tours.
What they say
One Michelin Key
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Its elevated perspective gives it a panoramic view that takes in the rainforest’s treetops, the vast Lake Nicaragua, and the distant volcanoes.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Tucked in the quiet highlands of Bijagua, the estate provides easy access to Tenorio National Park's tapir trails and the turquoise Río Celeste.
The rooms
Standalone multi-bedroom villas feature planetary ring ceiling motifs, live-edge timber dining tables, and suspended decks with private plunge pools.
The plunge pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Timber villa decks hold private plunge pools looking out across the rainforest canopy toward distant volcanic peaks.
The spa
Therapists in the open-air spa pavilion use heated sea shells, warm stones, and bamboo stalks for bodywork.
At the table
Chef Jean-Luc L'Hourre crafts French-inspired dishes using produce harvested directly from the on-site organic garden.
The design by renowned global design and architecture firm Gensler…is inspired by the indigenous Maleku community and the natural surroundings.
How it began
Conceived alongside indigenous Maleku artisans, the ridge-top estate was crafted largely from fallen jungle timber to reflect ancient celestial cosmology.
Stay here
Origins Luxury Lodge (Astral)
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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.