Rain Forest Hotels in Costa Rica

Luxurious spas, blood-pumping adventure and breathtaking nature
Unique escapes midst Costa Rica's wonders

Rain forests, home to an unknown mix of biodiversity, are dense jungles with a high amount of rainfall. Plants and animals must learn to adapt to the hot, humid climate in order to thrive here. The government of Costa Rica has deemed two-thirds of the country's rain forests protected area to preserve these natural wonders. Costa Rica is considered an ideal introduction to the rain forests because of its biodiversity, its excellent and accessible parks system, and its relative safety for tourists. The country serves as a prime example that economic well-being is compatible with forest preservation.

Home to most nature activities and adventures in the country, including canopy tours, rafting, canyoning, and hiking, visiting the rainforest, the ultimate Costa Rica experience, is a must. Hotels and resorts in the rain forests throughout Costa Rica run the gamut. Sarapiqui, in the north, is known for its rustic ecolodges. Beach accommodations can be found in Osa Peninsula / Corcovado, Manuel Antonio and Tortuguero. Stays near the iconic volcanoes in Arenal and Rincon de la Vieja are also available. Luxury accommodations in the rain forest include El Silencio Lodge, Tabacon and The Springs. Volcano Lodge, Selva Verde and Sueno Azul are among the choice affordable options for the budget traveler. 

Not all rain forest regions are equal. The wildlife-rich Manuel Antonio and Osa Peninsula have a distinct feel from that of Tortuguero in the northeast Caribbean. The activities and adventures inland at Arenal, Sarapiqui and other rain forest destinations are significantly different from those on the coast. It's also important to note not all rain forest accommodations are eco-friendly. We rate hotels not only on the quality of facilities and services, using the traditional star system, but also using the leaf ranking set by the Costa Rican government to measure the sustainability of each hotel and resort. If you are a green traveler, this rating system is a great guideline for selecting hotels and lodges for your Costa Rica trip.

Most visitors on a Costa Rica vacation or honeymoon spend a minimum of two or three nights in a rain forest region in order to take advantage of the rich wildlife and great opportunity for adventure. It is the perfect complement to a more relaxing stay at the beach during the latter part of your trip.

We invite you to review our Costa Rica honeymoon, family vacation and golf packages to get an idea of what your Costa Rica vacation with a stay in the rain forest could be like. Our Costa Rica travel experts have the in-depth knowledge of all products and services available throughout all rain forest regions of the country to find the perfect hotel or resort for you. It would be our pleasure to modify any package or work with you to design a fully customized Costa Rica vacation package. Please call us toll free at (800) 608-3119 for a free consultation with one of our Costa Rica travel experts, or e-mail us at rainforest@costaricaonlinetravel.com to plan your honeymoon, family or group vacation in the rain forest.

Costa Rican rainforest

Sky Trek canopy tour in Arenal - the quintessential adventure in the Costa Rica rain forest