Hotel Punta Islita This romantic hideaway features incredible views from its perch high on a hill above the Pacific on the secluded northwest side of the Nicoya Peninsula. The intimate property has deluxe air-conditioned rooms with their own terrace and hammocks, suites featuring a private deck with a private Jacuzzi and spectacular views, casitas (or cottage homes) with a spacious dining terrace, private garden, and plunge pool and villas with all the amenities of home including its own pool. The hotel also features a dramatic infinity pool, tennis courts, spa facilities, and thatched roof gourmet restaurant featuring Costa Rican fusion cuisine. Activities available from this hotel include hiking, surfing, horseback riding, bird watching, kayaking and village tours. Location: Punta Islita, Nicoya Peninsula Price: Deluxe

Harmony Hotel Just off Guiones Beach, this hotel’s 24 accommodations are designed with simplicity in mind that is rooted in nature and beach life. The 25 rooms reside on a path that meanders through a tropical garden and ends nearby the Pacific Ocean. There is a big emphasis on sustainable use of the land and conscious effort to reduce the hotel’s ecological footprint by conserving water, recycling, composting food waste and surrounding the hotel with native species that can thrive using organic farming practices. The open air restaurant at the Harmony seats 40 guests in a stylish but casual atmosphere that draws upon 70's surf culture, Brazilian Modernism, and old school tropical resorts. The restaurant serves organic fare whenever possible. Activities from this location are bird watching, surfing, horseback riding and hiking. Location: Playa Guiones, Nicoya Peninsula Price: Moderate/Deluxe

Tango Mar Beach Resort Set amidst a 150 acre beach front reserve on the Nicoya Peninsula, a visit to Tango Mar creates unforgettable memories. An eclectic mix of accommodations offers something for everyone. This resort has 18 beach front hotel rooms with their own private balcony, 12 hilltop deluxe king suites with Jacuzzis and 5 Tiki huts that are only 60 feet from the beach and 4 luxurious villas. All boast air conditioning and satellite television. Spend your day traversing the jungles and beaches on horseback to nearby waterfalls or spend time on the water. Tango Mar has two private beaches that have over a mile of sand for walking and sunbathing. Golf, sailing, snorkeling and fishing are all offered. This is a great natural setting for the active traveler. Location: Playa Tambor Price: Moderate/Deluxe

Moana Lodge Moana Lodge is a small luxurious ocean view hotel located in the magnificent tranquil region of Mal País on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The hotels rooms are placed on multi-levels throughout the hotel grounds, dispersed within the lush tropical gardens in five separate buildings. The hotel has a total of ten rooms, the Suite, two junior suites, four deluxe and three standard rooms. All rooms come with air-conditioning, hot water, private bathroom, private deck, room safe and mini bar. Location: Mal Pais Price: Deluxe

Latitude 10 Latitude 10 Resort was built as a private resort and is now available to the public. As the winner of the 2008 Grand Award in the International Class for second homes, the resort leaves nothing to be desired in luxury and elegance in its natural setting, providing interaction with the jungle and it’s beachfront location. The resort consists of five spacious free standing, individually decorated and private casitas. Each casita has its own tropical décor, situated on over seven acres of private beachfront property located near the bustling beach town of Santa Teresa on the Southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. Staying at Latitude 10 is like staying with good friends at their luxury beach house. Location: Santa Teresa Price: Deluxe

Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat The Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat is ideally located on a pristine beach on the Pacific Coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. Lush, tropical surroundings, year-round surfing and warm sunshine bless each moment while inviting you deeper into your practice. This is an intimate nine villa community designed with a tropical Asian and Costa Rican flair with a chlorine-free pool. Their spectacular Yoga Shala of Balinese design has hardwood floors, bamboo ceilings, is open to great views of the sea and offers daily classes, workshops and retreats from highly experienced, certified teachers. The open air bamboo-and-thatched roof restaurant features delicious seasonal, organic cuisine. Location: Santa Teresa Price: Deluxe

Ylang Ylang Beach Resort When you are looking for a place to get away from it all and immerse yourself in nature but still have a little connection to civilization, you will find what you are looking for at this unique and special locale. The beach resort is located on a lovely sandy white stretch in Costa Rica's unusual Nicoya Peninsula, a 10-minute walk from the village center of Montezuma, where the village location of the resort is located. The Ylang Ylang Beach Resort is nestled on 20 acres of lush gardens and natural vegetation that span a quarter mile of beachfront. Monkeys, Iguanas, Coatis, Kinkajous and many other forms of wildlife roam the area freely. Each of the 20 beach front accommodations offers private bathroom with Hot water shower, small fridge, ceiling fan, and balcony. The Beach Suites and Coco Joe's Bungalow offer kitchenettes and family size space. There is a gorgeous pool for you to enjoy. Location: Montezuma Price: Moderate