Nosara’s top ten most exclusive hotels in Nosara

In prior blogs, we covered all we needed to know before visiting Nosara, including the history, what to bring, what to anticipate, and how to get there. We have also seen the many forms or modalities of lodging, and now we begin with the precise details about the places, first making pricing categories.

In the same manner that we saw an example of the 10 fanciful residences you can rent in Nosara using the Airbnb app in the previous post, this time we will focus on a review of the most costly hotels in Nosara.

In Nosara, we have a broad range of accommodation options, including alternative lodging and standard hotels. Although it is impossible to discuss typical hotels in Nosara because all of its lodging alternatives in the hotel mode are provided by tiny boutique hotels.

They have a broad range of room arrangements, making it difficult to speak about a standard or anything approximating uniformity. Even within the same hotel, practically all of the rooms are distinctive.

However, we conducted a pricing comparison for a “normal” accommodation in double occupancy, and the results yielded the following rating. In the following list, we break down the ten most costly “traditional” hotels in Nosara and rate them from lowest to most.

Number 10 The Nomadic

We begin this count with Nomadic’s position number 10, where you can rent a room in double occupancy for $200 to $300.

This is a hotel for couples or single people exclusively, as children and dogs are not permitted. The Nomadic Hotel is strategically positioned in Nosara’s Playa Guiones, a 15-minute walk from the surf location and beach.

The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a fan, and WiFi. Every morning, a complementary breakfast is offered. Some rooms include private courtyards and pool-side patios, while others have front porch coverings and privacy drapes.

Beer is available in the saltwater pool bar. The outdoor yoga pavilion hosts yoga courses. There are several communal spaces, free parking, free high-speed internet (wifi), a concierge, and the establishment is non-smoking.

Number 9 Living Hotel

The Living hotel, on number nine, is surrounded by gorgeous tropical gardens and is only a 3-minute walk from the beach, with rooms ranging from $225 to $300 in double occupancy.

The layout of the Living Hotel is modern yet traditional Costa Rican, without sacrificing comfort or charm. The guest rooms are a terrific place to unwind and contemplate.

Their visitors adore the amazing atmosphere of rustic charm in a contemporary setting. The gorgeous rainforest atmosphere of the Living Hotel is conveniently positioned and next to a variety of restaurants, social hotspots for live music, surfing, yoga, ATV rentals, and the convenience of Delicias de Mundo grocery store.

They provide modern comforts and a calm atmosphere to assist you navigate your retreat trip with elegance and ease. The experienced crew at Living Hotel goes above and beyond to make you feel at home and aims to deliver delightfully furnished accommodations that meet client expectations.

The hotel features a large pool, a lovely rancho, a lounge, hammocks for relaxing, free wifi, daily yoga instruction, and a restaurant/juice bar. The rooms are spotless, beautiful, and modest, with comfy mattresses and plenty of storage space.

Each room has a mini-fridge, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and ceiling fans, a laptop-sized safe box, and daily housekeeping service. Lush tropical gardens, exotic birds singing, and the ever-present howler monkeys set the stage for your getaway on a private or shared patio with hammocks and sitting area.

The Living Hotel also provides free parking. Make use of the pool, hammocks, and cool outside lounging spaces. There is a restaurant/juice bar and a café on-site. Free coffee & tea, a fully equipped community kitchen, an attached spa, free filtered water, and a private yoga instructor on-site. Bikes, as well as a complimentary surfboard storage area, concierge service, and night security, may be hired for an additional fee.

Number 8 Nosara Beach Hotel

The most iconic landmark in Nosara Beach ranks eighth, with suits ranging from $300 to $320 per night in double occupancy.

This structure was created in 1977 on a naturally magnificent spot on the Pacific Ocean between the world-class beaches of Playa Guiones and Playa Pelada. It was the first hotel in Nosara and has been restored to its previous splendor with creative architectural lines and distinctive preferences.

There are plenty of activities and discoveries to be had with Guiones and Pelada beaches just steps away. World-class surfing, wildlife sightings, horseback riding, sports fishing, hiking, and beach combing on endless pristine sand beaches and coves are all nearby.

Every unit and feature has been thoughtfully planned to make your stay as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. In Nosara, its guests enjoy a quiet coastal environment that is suitable for the entire family. The Nosara Beach Hotel’s airy Mediterranean environment is outstanding, with arching verandas, beach and ocean view terraces, and hammocks swaying in coastal breezes.

They provide big and comfortable ocean view rooms that are beautifully decorated with locally produced furnishings and tropical décor, a welcome change from the chain hotel experience, and are great for nature lovers, stargazers, surf enthusiasts, and adventurers.

The Nosara Beach Hotel features an oversized swimming pool, a reception desk, concierge services, free parking, free WiFi, laundry service, and La Taberna, a rustic-chic taverna ideally positioned outside the hotel’s main lobby and immediately facing the ocean.

Number 7 Olas Verdes Hotel

Hotel Olas Verdes is ranked seventh, with double occupancy rooms ranging from $265 to $345.

Olas Verdes is a small boutique beach hotel on the beach and next to the Ostional-Nosara National Wildlife Refuge. It provides the desired quiet while yet providing easy access to beach and surf.

Olas Verdes is an authentic Costa Rican hotel staffed by locals eager to show you our culture and the natural beauty that surrounds Nosara. It is an all-suite hotel on Playa Guiones with an excellent position.

Olas Verdes, which launched in November 2015, continues devoted to environmental preservation while improving the neighborhood’s quality of life and opportunities. Hotel Olas Verdes made a pledge to reduce its carbon footprint and encourage community development before opening in 2015.

This is Costa Rica’s first LEED Platinum sustainable boutique beach hotel and a member of Adventure Hotels of Costa Rica. It provides culture, privacy, and pura vida.

There are bicycles, a restaurant, a yoga kiosk, beach access, a swimming pool, and a clubhouse where you may relax, read a book, play board games, or watch a movie. The staff will gladly assist you with any setup or in locating the appropriate channels.

Number 6 Lagarta Lodge

The Lagarta Lodge comes in the sixth position, with rooms ranging from $256 to $355 for two guests.

The eco-lodge is located at the top of the Cerro Lagarta ridge, which was named for an iguana species. This offers stunning views of sunsets, beaches, woodlands, and hills, not to mention the hotel-owned private nature reserve Reserva biológica, which encompasses ninety acres.

They invite you to enjoy the spectacular view of the entire coastline. Or to wonder at the lodge’s unique native birds and vegetation. Why not enjoy the stunning landscape from one of our infinity pools?

Lagarta Lodge offers yoga sessions and is an excellent starting point for excursions to the adjoining hotel-owned nature area Reserva Biológica. Tours and activities like horseback riding, water sports, etc. are accessible through contractual partners.

Beautiful beaches are close. Surfers will love Playa Guiones, and the beautiful Canopy rope course will keep them entertained. Visitors can also enroll in language lessons at a neighboring school.

The lodge provides everything you need to relax and rejuvenate your mind and body. According to WEF analysis, Costa Rica is the world’s happiest and greenest country. In his book “The Blue Zones,” adventurer and author Dan Buettner identifies the Nicoya peninsula as one of the world’s five regions with the highest life expectancy.

The Gecko bar, Chirriboca restaurant, a wine Cellar, a spa, gardens and pools, an art gallery, a gift store, a lookout point, and a nature reserve are all available.

Number 5 Tierra Magnífica

“Sometimes, going deep into the world’s natural wonders is essential to reclaiming your personal narrative,” they said. They advise you to begin your new story at Nosara, a spiritual community where surfers rule all year.

This fifth-placed premium hotel has view rooms for two guests that range from $365 to $395 per night.

Tierra Magnifica Boutique Hotel is in Nosara, Costa Rica, near Guiones Beach. Combines the best features of a full-service boutique hotel, the exclusivity of a tropical estate, and the warmth of old friends.

Tierra Magnifica is an adult-only hotel that also caters to couples and families. Their goal is to treat our visitors as we would want to be treated if they were family. Their 14 rooms are nicely appointed and very comfortable, the views are spectacular, and our kitchen serves the best meals on the entire coast.

Tierra Magnifica’s hospitality team, on the other hand, has made it the highest-rated vacation resort in Costa Rica since 2011, as well as the Conde Nast Johansens 2021 Best Exclusive Small Property for South and Central America.

Your specific requirements will be met with enthusiasm and genuine interest in you. We sincerely care about you and want you to remember your stay as one of the most memorable of your life. We hope you will join us for your next vacation in our small slice of heaven.

This non-smoking hotel has big rooms with an ocean view, air conditioning, a balcony, a hairdryer, a room safe, housekeeping, bathrobes provided, ceiling fans, free toiletries, laundry facilities, linen and towels provided, mood lighting, and a shower.

A library, an on-site restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a tour desk, WiFi with internet access, a café, hiking paths, a terrace, an Iron On Request, a dining room, and a garden are all available.

Number 4 Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort

A bungalow for two people costs $360 to $450 at the fourth most expensive luxury hotel. This yoga retreat is one of the most gorgeous in Nosara.

The Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort was designed to fit into its surroundings. Start your day with a cool-down in your outdoor shower or a dip in the saltwater infinity pool at sunrise. You’ll pass past relaxing fountains and waterfalls on your way to your accommodation.

When you go through the door, you’ll be greeted by a star-lit shower, silky cotton linen, and a canopied bed that promises a well-deserved nap. All rooms include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and other modern amenities. Security guards are on duty 24 hours a day, and housekeeping staff will keep your accommodations looking as beautiful as the day you arrived.

Bodhi Tree takes water management very seriously. They ensure that each and every drop of water is used properly and sparingly. To guarantee that no water is wasted, they created their own water purification system. The water from their treatment facility is used to irrigate the gardens, keeping our luscious lawns green without diminishing local water supplies.

Solar panels are used to heat all of the resort’s hot water. They’re also thrilled to be a zero-waste enterprise. Through education and consistent work, they hope to make Bodhi Tree a purposefully green and environmentally friendly resort.

Yoga retreats, yoga training, and yoga workshops are available, as well as yoga shalas, yoga instructors, spa treatments, a gym, spinning, a saltwater lap pool, Pilates, a juice bar, Spanish courses, a tour desk, a restaurant, and a bar.

Number 3 The Guilded Iguana

In third place among costly, luxurious hotels, we have the Guilded Iguana, with a price of $400 to $450 a night for two guests in their premium rooms. 

The Gilded Iguana is Nosara’s original surf spot and has long been a favorite of an international community of surfers searching for an off-the-grid vacation. Surfers of all ages and skill levels correct their balance on the waves at Playa Guiones, one of Costa Rica’s best beaches.

They are proud to have several firsts in their Costa Rica hotel, including the first structure built in Nosara, the first telephone in town, and the first live music venue. Since The Gilded Iguana reopened in 1988 as a hotel, restaurant, and town gathering place, nothing has changed. A new design by acclaimed architect Benjamin Saxe keeps its character and heritage while appealing to style-conscious tourists, with equal aspects of raw luxury and authenticity.

Nosara’s natural surroundings and laid-back vibe extend outside the hotel, notably at its most famous beach, Playa Guiones. Beyond the dirt roads leading to the massive seven-kilometer-long stretch of unspoiled white sand and steady surf, mountain biking and the world’s largest zip line are available. Furthermore, the region’s eco-friendly, all-natural culture adds to the appeal of yoga retreats and a culinary scene that offers locally made items and freshly caught seafood.

Whatever brought you here, their comfortable and modern hotel rooms, one-of-a-kind surf school and club, and one-of-a-kind surroundings will have you planning a return trip as soon as possible.

They have a restaurant and bar, as well as surfing, mountain biking, yoga and fitness classes, and a spa. A surf locker, indoor and outdoor bathrooms, an outdoor living space, and free WiFi are also available.

Number 2, Moana Surf Resort

The Moana Surf Resort is the second most costly luxury hotel. In a non-peak season, regular accommodation at Moana Surf Resort will cost between $450 and $500.

Moana is a beachfront surf resort designed for a relaxed surf holiday. They are located at the northern end of Playa Guiones, a 5-kilometer stretch of white sand with year-round surf and stunning sunsets. A private woodland road winds through the protected reserve, leading to the wild and unspoiled beach and the surf lineup. It’s only a few steps away from a friendly queue at one of the world’s most reliable surf spots.

A year-round location for beautiful sunsets and great surf. They offer luxury accommodation and expert surf instruction with your comfort and leisure in mind. Modern and intimate, constructed for maximum comfort in a prime location with a beautiful and isolated setting, nestled in a tranquil and flourishing location.

Privately nestled away, within walking distance of a variety of gourmet restaurants, an organic market, small stores, cafés, a bakery, and evening entertainment.

They provide breakfast, yoga, massage, and Spanish lessons. They promote themselves as a green resort dedicated to environmental and community preservation. They contribute funds to local programs that promote environmental protection and sustainable development.

Moana is also concerned about our environmental impact. They accomplish this by, among other things, using environmentally friendly cleaning supplies and toiletries, cultivating native plants in our gardens, separating organic trash and recyclables, and prohibiting single-use plastic goods. Their surfing program, as well as other amenities, promote a clean, healthy, and balanced lifestyle.

Number 1, The Harmony Hotel.

We have the Harmony Hotel, which is Nosara’s most opulent and costly hotel. In a non-peak season, a typical stay at the Harmony Hotel will cost between $470 and $580.

The Harmony Hotel is a great hotel located only a short distance from a beautiful surf break with consistent year-round waves. It was inspired by old-school tropical settings from a time when low-key beauty and ultimate escapism were valued.

You’ll see (and hear!) howler monkeys, iguanas, and various colorful birds and insects while relaxing by our big saltwater pool or wandering around our calm garden paths. As you stroll around the grounds, you’ll come across the award-winning Harmony Healing Centre, which was designed to be a relaxing and tranquil refuge and provides a full menu of all-natural, handcrafted skin treatments, massage therapy, an open-air yoga class, and a meditation shala.

It offers a day spa, a library, a restaurant on-site, and an outdoor pool. It is a non-smoking establishment featuring non-smoking rooms, WiFi, and air conditioning. They provide room service as well as guest laundry. There is a patio, bicycle parking, a tour desk, a garden, a café, and a Bar/Lounge on the premises.

Conclusion

In this manner, we can witness the quality and luxury of the boutique hotels situated in this secluded but lovely part of Costa Rica. Nosara has not only built a huge number of luxury homes, but also a large number of tiny luxury boutique hotels.

Let’s not get caught up in the notion that you can only acquire rooms for $200+ per night or houses for $1000+ per night. Nosara also has possibilities for those on a tighter budget, which will be highlighted in future publications, as well as the specialty that some of these locations offer, whether yoga or surfing.

All of this will be covered in future articles.