Deborah Chan
Planning a honeymoon in Costa Rica? You're in luck! Costa Rica is one of the world's most affordable honeymoon destinations, offering incredible value for money. From luxurious resorts to gorgeous family-run lodges, this country has something for every couple. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, here are some of the best places to stay for an unforgettable honeymoon experience.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Affordability | Costa Rica is one of the world's most affordable honeymoon destinations, offering incredible value for money. |
| Honeymoon Packages | Many resorts offer honeymoon packages, including romantic dinners, couples' massages, and private plunge pools. |
| Activities | Adventure activities include zip-lining, whitewater rafting, hiking, snorkelling, horseback riding, and guided jungle tours. |
| Wellness | Resorts offer a range of wellness activities, such as spa treatments, yoga, and thermal suites. |
| Dining | Gourmet dining options are available, featuring indigenous Costa Rican cuisine and Michelin-starred culinary offerings. |
| Accommodations | Accommodations range from luxurious suites with sea views to boutique hotels and eco-lodges nestled in the rainforest. |
| Seasons | The high tourist season is between mid-December and April, with brilliant blue skies and minimal rain. However, the country experiences a mini summer in June and July, making it a year-round destination. |
| Popular Destinations | Popular destinations include the Arenal Volcano region, the Pacuare River, the Papagayo Peninsula, the Caribbean coast, and the Guanacaste Gold Coast beaches. |
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Luxury lodges and eco-retreats
Costa Rica is a world leader in sustainable tourism, so it's no surprise that the country has a plethora of luxury eco-lodges to choose from for your honeymoon.
Pacuare Lodge is one of the most popular choices for honeymooners. This lodge is packed with adventure, style, and nature. It is located on the world-famous Pacuare River, offering the ultimate honeymoon treehouse experience in the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest. Each suite has a private plunge pool and total privacy. Guests can enjoy a range of nature and adventure activities, including whitewater rafting, canyoning, canopy walks, and rainforest hikes.
El Silencio Lodge & Spa is a cloud forest lodge located just two hours from San Jose. It offers upscale cabins, a private jacuzzi, and fine dining seamlessly blended with the surrounding environment, local culture, and sustainability. Guests can enjoy waterfall hikes, local cultural tours, and horseback riding.
Lapa Rios Ecolodge, located on the Osa Peninsula, is another excellent option for honeymooners seeking a combination of nature and luxury. The ecolodge is set in the rainforest, offering ocean views, self-guided nature trails, and waterfalls. Guests can spot Scarlet Macaws, toucans, and other wildlife from the comfort of their private bungalows.
Origins Luxury Lodge, part of the Mantic Collection of lodges, offers a safari-style atmosphere in a remote location away from typical tourist spots. With only seven super-deluxe villas, it provides a romantic and intimate experience, complete with private hot tubs overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Hacienda Altagracia, located in the less-travelled San Isidro de General area, is a sprawling estate set amid 180 acres of unexplored land. The resort offers a range of wellness amenities, including treatment rooms, a thermal suite, and a hydrotherapy tub. The cuisine at Hacienda Altagracia is inspired by indigenous Costa Rican traditions and sustainability efforts.
These lodges offer the perfect blend of luxury and eco-friendly practices, ensuring that your honeymoon is not only memorable but also aligned with sustainable tourism practices.
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Adventure activities
If you're looking for adventure activities during your honeymoon in Costa Rica, there are plenty of options to choose from. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Ziplining in Arenal
The Arenal Volcano region is a popular stop for first-time visitors to Costa Rica, offering the best zip-lining in the country. You'll soar through the secondary rainforest canopy with breathtaking views of the volcano in the background.
Whitewater Rafting on the Pacuare River
The Pacuare River, located in the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest, provides a thrilling whitewater rafting experience. Combine this adventure with a stay at the luxurious Pacuare Lodge, which offers private plunge pools and total privacy.
Hiking and Wildlife Spotting in Manuel Antonio National Park
Manuel Antonio National Park is renowned for its wildlife spotting opportunities. Hike through the lush rainforest and keep your eyes peeled for sloths, toucans, monkeys, and more. The park features a stunning white sandy beach, making it an ideal spot for a romantic stroll.
Horseback Riding and Mountain Biking in Hacienda Altagracia
Located in the less-travelled San Isidro de General area, Hacienda Altagracia offers a unique adventure experience. Explore the area on horseback or mountain bike, and unwind with wellness activities such as horseback riding and mixology classes.
Surfing in Limon
The Limon Province, located on the eastern Caribbean coastline, is a playground for adventure-seeking newlyweds. It offers uncrowded surfing beaches and the world-renowned Tortuguero National Park.
Kayaking and Snorkeling
Costa Rica is a water sports paradise. Beyond whitewater rafting, you can also kayak and snorkel in various locations. Explore the beaches and discover the vibrant marine life that Costa Rica has to offer.
Waterfall Rappelling in Arenal
Back in the Arenal region, you can take on the thrilling challenge of rappelling down the face of a waterfall. Afterward, relax in your private thermal soaking tub at Amor Arenal, an "adults-friendly" retreat known for its boutique hotel experience.
Exploring the Osa Peninsula
The Osa Peninsula is a bio-diverse and remote area offering unique wildlife and wilderness experiences. It's perfect for couples seeking adventure and seclusion, with a smattering of high-end lodges providing luxury accommodations in the midst of the peninsula's extreme wilds.
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Beachfront properties
For a luxurious beachfront stay in Costa Rica, there are several options to choose from. If you're looking for a blend of nature and adventure, the Pacuare Lodge, located on the world-famous Pacuare River, offers a unique honeymoon treehouse experience with private plunge pools and total privacy. The lodge is accessible via whitewater rafting, providing an adventurous start to your honeymoon.
For a more secluded and romantic experience, Origins Luxury Lodge in the Upala region provides a safari-style atmosphere away from tourist hotspots. This eco-friendly lodge offers gourmet dining and guided tours, with each villa featuring a private hot tub overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The Kura Design Villas, also known as the Kura Boutique Hotel, is another adults-only option nestled in the jungles above Uvita. It boasts breathtaking sea views from its infinity pool and offers romantic sunset dinners and daily couple massages.
If you're seeking a beachfront resort with a wide range of amenities, the Four Seasons Resort in the Guanacaste Province could be ideal. This five-star resort offers coastal views, a wellness spa, gourmet dining, a private golf course, and various adventures. For a similar experience, consider the Nayara Springs Resort in the Arenal Volcano region, where you can enjoy your own private thermal pool outside your exclusive villa.
For a balance of beach and jungle experiences, consider splitting your time between the coast and the Arenal Volcano region, known for its zip-lining and adventure activities. You can choose from various beachfront bungalows, such as Capitan Suizo in Tamarindo, or opt for a beachfront and rainforest resort like Arenas Del Mar in Manuel Antonio.
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All-inclusive resorts
There are several all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica that cater to honeymooners. Here are some options to consider:
Hotel Three Sixty
Set on a 58-acre rainforest reserve overlooking the Pacific Coast, Hotel Three Sixty offers an adults-only, peaceful, and intimate environment with just 12 spacious villas. The all-inclusive couple's package includes three a la carte meals per day and unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The culinary team sources fresh, seasonal ingredients from local farmers and fishers. The resort can also organise excursions, such as whitewater rafting and zip-lining.
Planet Hollywood
Planet Hollywood is a top choice for all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica for honeymooners. The suites feature plush beds and pillows, and the buildings are well-spaced for added privacy. The resort has pools, seven restaurants, and bars.
Rancho Pacifico
Rancho Pacifico is a hidden wellness retreat that offers all-inclusive packages, including meals and a full menu. Alcoholic beverages and spa access come with an extra fee, but the comfort and tranquility it offers are exceptional.
Riu Guanacaste
Located on Mata Palo Beach, Riu Guanacaste is an all-inclusive resort with a peaceful and friendly vibe. It offers a variety of delicious buffet options and is family-friendly. It has an outdoor whirlpool, a swim-up bar, and an adults-only pool for couples seeking a quieter setting.
Origins Luxury Lodge
Origins Luxury Lodge offers a remote, safari-style atmosphere away from tourist hotspots. It provides gourmet dining and on-site guided tours, all included in the stay. The lodge is located near the Liberia airport for easy access.
Kura Design Villas
Kura Design Villas boasts an infinity pool overlooking the South Pacific Coast. This boutique hotel promises a picture-perfect honeymoon, with adults-only accommodations and stunning views.
In addition to these resorts, there are other all-inclusive options in Costa Rica, such as Casa Chameleon, Hacienda Altagracia, and Surf Synergy. When planning your honeymoon, it's essential to consider your preferences for location, amenities, and activities to find the resort that best suits your needs.
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Boutique hotels
Kura Design Villas
Kura Design Villas is a boutique hotel located on a mountain ridge on the southern coast of Costa Rica. The property boasts a stunning infinity pool that seems to blend with the horizon of the South Pacific Coast. The hotel promises a picture-perfect honeymoon experience with its modern elegance and breathtaking sea views. It offers six luxury villas, an outdoor poolside lounge, a spa area, and a restaurant serving traditional Costa Rican cuisine.
Nayara Springs
Nayara Springs is a boutique resort nestled in the Arenal region, offering an elevated level of seclusion, luxury, and romance. Each private villa has its own volcano-fed plunge pool, providing an adults-only honeymoon hideaway. Its sister property, Arenal Nayara Hotel & Gardens, is also highly regarded, providing a luxurious and romantic experience.
Makanda by the Sea
Makanda by the Sea is an adults-only boutique hotel in Manuel Antonio, nestled within the rainforest foliage. It offers a handful of suites and villas, all with ocean views and daily breakfast delivered to your room. Manuel Antonio combines beach and rainforest in one compact location, making it a great destination for honeymooners seeking adventure and relaxation.
Origins Luxury Lodge
Origins Luxury Lodge is a new upscale honeymoon experience in the remote Upala region. It offers a safari-style atmosphere with gourmet dining and guided tours included in your stay. The lodge provides romantic isolation while still being conveniently located near the Liberia airport.
Amor Arenal
Amor Arenal is an "adults-friendly" boutique hotel in the Arenal Volcano region, known for its zip-lining and adventure activities. Each canyon casita features a private thermal soaking pool, creating a mini hot springs experience surrounded by tropical gardens.
Lapa Rios Ecolodge
Lapa Rios Ecolodge is a 16-bungalow boutique hotel situated within a 1,000-acre private rainforest reserve near Corcovado National Park. The bungalows offer wooden floors, king beds, bamboo furnishings, private decks, and rainfall showers. The resort provides a restaurant, outdoor pool, beach access, and options for massages and yoga, along with various on-site and off-site activities.
When planning your trip, consider visiting during the off-season (May to November) to avoid high tourist season prices and enjoy a more intimate experience with fewer tourists and lusher wilderness.
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Frequently asked questions
Origins Luxury Lodge in the Upala region offers a safari-style atmosphere in a remote location away from the typical tourist spots.
The Four Seasons Resort in the Guanacaste Province, Hacienda Altagracia in the San Isidro de General area, and El Silencio Lodge & Spa are all 5-star resorts that offer spa treatments.
Kura Design Villas, Nayara Springs Resort, and Tabacon Grand Spa are 5-star resorts that offer private pools.
Popular activities for honeymooners in Costa Rica include zip-lining, whitewater rafting, hiking, horseback riding, and visiting volcanoes and waterfalls.
