This pioneering sustainable property is a world away from bustling San Jose and is just 30 minutes from the airport. Nestled up in the hills of Heredia with beautiful views, the fertile volcanic soil here allows for abundant coffee crops which thrive in the tree-shaded 30 acre plantation. Amongst tropical trees and bushes are collection of small buildings with white washed walls and terracotta roofs, and within each house Finca Rosa Blanca’s eclectic range of 14 spacious, artistic, colourful rooms.

Benefiting from a fantastically central location the Hotel Presidente offers 80 air conditioned rooms. The guestrooms are spacious and elegantly designed, facilities here include a seventh floor gym with impressive views over the city and a restaurant serving national and internal cuisine.

Bosque de Paz Lodge is located close to the town Zarcero. This lovely hotel has just 12 rooms surrounded by forest and hummingbird & butterfly gardens. The rooms are full of character with exclusive ironworks and Costa Rican pottery. Wide balconies offer beautiful views over the forest. The lodge is fantastic place to be amongst nature with outstanding birdwatching.

Set in the hills of Alta las Palomas in the west part of San José, this lovely upscale hotel is just 10km from downtown San José. The Alta las Palomas has 23 rooms & suites, La Luz restaurant and bar, an outdoor pool with whirlpool, a small gym with sauna, a library area and a rooftop terrace.