These properties have taken a series of steps to achieve more sustainable practices in their biological and physical environment, the hotel facilities, with their customers and within their communities. Some measures include treating grey water, recycling rain water, protecting flora and fauna, limiting energy consumption and contributing to the public health of the local community. For the conscientious traveler, these hotels provide a luxury eco friendly vacation with minimal environmental impact.

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Sustainable Hotels in Nicoya Peninsula Costa Rica

Hotel Punta Islita
Punta Islita
4 Star Hotel Rating
$300-$720
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One of Costa Ricas finest hotels with world class service but remains connected to the local community and is committed to the sustainable hotel movement (more)

Sustainable Hotels in Guanacaste Costa Rica

Villas Sol Hotel and Beach Resort
Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
3 Star Hotel Rating
$212-$672
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54 deluxe hotel rooms nestled on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean (more)
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellana
2 Star Hotel Rating
The wonderful cabinas of Las Olas are situated in the North Pacific of Costa Rica in the sunny Province of Guanacaste. Playa Avellanas white Sand Beach, located on a Mangrove Reserve permits you to discover nature intact right from the hotel. Las... (more)
Pueblo Dorado Hotel
Tamarindo
2 Star Hotel Rating
Simply but very comfortably and nicely decorated rooms. (more)

Sustainable Hotels in Central Valley Costa Rica

Casa Conde Apartotel and Suites
San Jose Downtown
3 Star Hotel Rating
$170-$275
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Located outside of the hustel and bustle of downtown. Spacious rooms fully equipped, great restuarant and guest services (more)
Vista del Valle Plantation Inn
Alajuela and SJO Airport
3 Star Hotel Rating
$100-$170
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Beautiful Sanctuary 20 minutes from the airport (more)
Garden Court Hotel and Casino
Alajuela and SJO Airport
3 Star Hotel Rating
Five minutes away from the Airport. (more)
Hotel Boungainvillea
Heredia
3 Star Hotel Rating
Historical hotel with boutiful tropical gardens and landscape to appreciate (more)
Best Western Irazu
San Jose Downtown
3 Star Hotel Rating
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Hotel 1492 Jade y Oro
San Jose Downtown
3 Star Hotel Rating
Downtown Area (more)

Sustainable Hotels in Central Pacific Costa Rica

Si Como No Hotel and Villas
Manuel Antonio
4 Star Hotel Rating
$190-$310
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"Si Como No", which means "Yes, why not?", reflects the warm and engaging personality of Costa Ricans (more)
Hotel Punta Leona
Jaco/Play Heradura/Playa Hermosa
3 Star Hotel Rating
$119-$225
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beautiful sunsets, lots of onsite activites and miles of walking trails are some of the highlights of Punta Leona (more)
Hotel Amapola
Jaco/Play Heradura/Playa Hermosa
3 Star Hotel Rating
$110-$240
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The bustling and popular beach town of Jaco, located on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is home to the Hotel Amapola. The hotel is a few minutes away from the renowned Carara Biological Reserve and the famous Manuel Antonio National Park.... (more)

Sustainable Hotels in South Pacific Costa Rica

Lapa Rios Rainforest Lodge
Puerto Jimenez
4 Star Hotel Rating
$464-$840
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Lapa Rios, the enchanting eco-resort, is located on the Osa Peninsula, where Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean. Here you can view nature at its purest. Discover one of the planets& most bio-diverse regions, rich in untouched rainforest, insects,... (more)

Sustainable Hotels in Caribbean Costa Rica

Hotel Cariblue
Puerto Viejo de Limon
3 Star Hotel Rating
Surrounded by lush tropical gardens cariblue offers a great atmosphere. Located right across the street from Playa Cocles and about 2km to the town of Puerto Viejo (more)
Almendros y Corales
Puerto Viejo de Limon
3 Star Hotel Rating
$200-$443
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Located within a protected forest Almendros and Corales is a wonderful eco destinations with beach acess and miles of trails throughout the rainforest (more)
Casa Camarona Lodge
Puerto Viejo de Limon
2 Star Hotel Rating
Simple rooms, a friendly atmosphere and a delicious restaurant right on the beach. (more)

Sustainable Hotels in Northern Lowlands Costa Rica

Arenal Observatory Lodge
Arenal
3 Star Hotel Rating
Located on the South side of the Arenal Volcano with a view of the lava. Lots of trails and places to explore. (more)
Nature Lodge Cano Negro
Cano Negro
3 Star Hotel Rating
Surrounded by the abundant wildlife of the Cano Negro Refuge (more)
La Quinta de Sarapiqui Country Inn
Sarapiqui
2 Star Hotel Rating
Is a tropical rain forest, destination resort, which caters to eco-tourists interested in bird watching, hiking, river rafting. (more)
Selva Verde Lodge
Sarapiqui
2 Star Hotel Rating
Selva Verde Lodge is a haven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, birders (more)
Hotel El Bambu
Sarapiqui
2 Star Hotel Rating
Located at the heart of Puerto Viejo in Sarapiqui, neighbors of the exuberant tropical rain forest, Hotel El Bambu offers comfortable and pleasant accommodations on the North Caribbean Coast. The ideal location of the hotel allows guests to access... (more)
Centro Neotropico Sarapiquis
Sarapiqui
2 Star Hotel Rating
A truely unique hotel with traditional palanques converted into comfortable and modern rooms. Besides the hotel there is also an onsite cultural museam and beautiful gardens (more)
Cataratas Resort Hotel
Arenal
2 Star Hotel Rating
Cataratas Resort offers hot pools and swimming pools. A fun environment with a variety of room types. Walking distance to the La Fortuna waterfall (more)

Sustainable Hotels in Central Highlands Costa Rica

Hotel Heliconia
Monteverde
3 Star Hotel Rating
A large hotel in the Cerro Plano area between the town of Santa Elean and the Monteverde Reserve. A variety comfortable room types and guest services (more)
Hotel Belmar
Monteverde
3 Star Hotel Rating
Beautiful Eco Friendly Mountain Lodge in Monteverde Costa Rica with views of the Nicoya Penisula and the lush forest (more)
Sapo Dorado
Monteverde
3 Star Hotel Rating
Beautiful mountain cabins spaced within acers of gardens and panoramic views of the Nicoya Penisula and surrounding forests. Guests may explore a variety of trail systems along the hotel property (more)
Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel and Spa
San Ramon
3 Star Hotel Rating
$140-$175
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Located in the foothills of the central highlands and an hour from the San Jose International Airport is the Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel. Here you'll be surrounded by pristine cloud forest and a private biological reserve. Medicinal plants,... (more)
Hotel Casa Turire
Turrialba
3 Star Hotel Rating
$120-$290
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A beautiful hotel and property with walking trails and beautiful gardens. (more)

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