The 12 Best Costa Rica Resorts for Every Traveler

The Hotel Riu Palace, Costa Rica, is located on the edge of Matapalo Beach in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. As a guest at one of the best all-inclusive resorts, you'll enjoy unlimited access to its various restaurants, bars, and swimming pools. All 538 rooms feature convenient amenities like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, 24-hour room service, and a complimentary mini-bar.

Start your trip off with a wellness treatment at the Renova Spa before unwinding at the swim-up bar or private beachfront. Leave free time in your itinerary for an unforgettable visit to the Rincón de la Vieja National Park or an evening in Guancaste's largest city, Liberia.

If it's your first time visiting Costa Rica, book a stay at The Westin Golf Resort and Spa at Playa Conchal. Tucked between lush forests and revitalizing Pacific Ocean waters, it's the ultimate all-inclusive golf resort— complete with luxurious accommodations, nightly entertainment, unlimited food and drinks, and 24-hour room service.

Golfers can enjoy the thrill of beachfront golfing on a par 71 championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones II. Once you've finished practicing your swing, head to the Heavenly Spa by Westin for an invigorating massage. Foodies will love the resort's world-class restaurants, with fine dining experiences ranging from Mexican classics to Asian fusion, Continential buffets, and Northern Italian fare. The Westin Family Kids Club ensures younger guests have a great stay too.

Unlike some tropical destinations, Costa Rica is relatively easy to visit on a budget— especially when you book a stay at the all-inclusive Fiesta Resort. The family-friendly beachfront resort offers endless food and drinks, complimentary services, and tons of money-saving deals when you book strategically. It's perfect for families, couples, and groups of all kinds.

Plus, The Fiesta Resort is supported by The Blue Flag Program and the Sustainable Tourism Certification, so you can truly feel good about your stay. Soak up the sun alongside one of five swimming pools, relax at the Heliconia Spa, or get your heart racing with on-site water sports equipment rentals. Guests of all ages will love spending an afternoon swimming, snorkeling, or taking photos at the dark volcanic rock beach.

Head to the coveted Nayara Springs Resort in Arenal Volcano National Park for the ultimate escape. Its leisurely, adults-only environment allows you to relax truly, recharge, and reconnect through the energizing power of nature. The sustainable resort was recently recognized as one of the world's top two luxury resorts by Travel & Leisure, the world's best hotel spa by Conde Nast Traveller, and the number one luxury resort worldwide by TripAdvisor.

Start each morning with an instructor-led yoga class or a stroll through the property's lush gardens. Spend the day unwinding by the pool, zip-lining through the forest, or making friends with resident sloths on the Perezoso trail. The resort's delicious dining options use locally and seasonally available products to create authentic local and global cuisine. After dark, join a naturalist guide on a unique frog-watching tour around the property.

Experience "Pura Vida" at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Papagayo Peninsula. Its secluded location, superior service, and luxurious accommodations make it the perfect place for a honeymoon, anniversary trip, or romantic escape. The friendly staff is more than happy to help couples book romantic dates, like a private dining experience in the chef's personal herb garden, a side-by-side couple's massage, or an interactive mixology class.

The resort offers all the world-class services and amenities you've come to expect from the Four Seasons hotel brand: childcare, personal trainers, 24-hour room service, housekeeping, and more. The resort grounds are ideal for those with an active lifestyle and are home to five pro-level tennis courts, four outdoor pools, two beaches, and an extensive fitness center. Golf Digest ranked its Arnold Palmer-designed golf course among the "Top 100 Courses Outside the US."

The Böena Wilderness Lodges are an exclusive collection of four Costa Rican eco-resorts located in some of the most beautiful destinations around the island. Each offers an authentic adventure for those looking to soak in the natural beauty of Costa Rica and preserve its beauty for generations to come. Böena goes above and beyond other eco-resorts to support local food producers and protect more than 1,977 acres of Central America's last remaining lowland tropical forest.

The four unique sites are more than just luxury lodges; they're a tranquil paradise that awakens the senses and heals the body and soul. Stay in the spectacular cloud forests of Monteverde, the enchanting Corcovado National Park, the scenic Pacuare river, or the sea turtle nesting grounds at Tortuguero National Park. Each location is worth a trip of its own.