Hotels and Restaurants in Costa Rica That Are Leading the Way in Sustainability

Almonds and Corals is a family-owned boutique glamping hotel perfectly placed in the Gandoca-Manazanillo Wildlife Refuge, and it has earned the highest Certification of Sustainable Tourism award. The open-air concept of the accommodations allows you to truly connect with nature, while being incredibly comfortable. Almonds and Corals is also involved with the Blue Flag Ecological Program.

Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel sits in the midst of a private cloud forest nature reserve. It provides guests with a unique blend of luxurious boutique accommodations and an immersive experience in the mystical cloud forest. Villa Blanca is dedicated to maintaining harmony with nature and upholding eco-conscious practices on all fronts of its operations and services.

Aguila de Osa is a rainforest and marine adventure lodge on the biologically rich Osa Peninsula. This magnificent lodge is nestled up in the densely verdant hills overlooking Drake Bay. It is the ideal destination for those interested in exploring the Corcovado National Park and Caño Island Biological Marine Reserve. Aguila de Osa is adamant about protecting the environment, while also providing exceptional service to its guests.

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Si Como No, like Villa Blanca and Aguila de Osa, is a Greentique Hotel, which means that they are recognized leaders in sustainable hospitality. Reducing their carbon footprint is one of their key objectives at Si Como No, while also providing guests with an extraordinary experience. Si Como No is located on top of a lush hillside that overlooks the world-famous Manuel Antonio National Park. There are several different types of room to choose from, but all are cozy. The location couldn’t be better for embarking on a number of eco-tours, including exploring the park.

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