Cala Luna, Tamarindo

Luxury design meets beach life in Cala Luna, a boutique resort situated on a spectacular stretch of the white-sand Tamarindo beach, hidden among tropical vegetation on Playa Langosta. Surrounded by lush greenery, rooms are elegant with subtle bohemian touches reminding guests of the scene just moments away. A stay at the Beach House villa is particularly special with a private terrace, garden and personal pool, with blonde teak wood and granite in every bathroom ensuring a feel of indulgence with a liveable, laid-back feel.

The beauty lies beyond the interior too – surfing is excellent on the stunning Tamarindo beach that lies a few steps from the hotel, and the area can be explored wonderfully with horse-back riding, an educative farm to table dinner, and zip lining, all of which can be organised from the hotel.

For a more tranquil experience, guests can enjoy yoga in an open-air pavilion surrounded by jungle, and don’t be surprised if you’re joined by a few monkeys, birds and other wildlife for which Costa Rica is so renowned. An outdoor bungalow also provides the setting for a vast range of spa treatments that guests enjoy with the sounds of the rainforest and ocean in the distance, or for ultimate privacy, treatments can also take place from the comfort of your suite.

And in the evening, starlight and gently lit lanterns frame the tables of the poolside restaurant, a magical setting for a gourmet dinner created from fresh, local ingredients and complemented by an extensive organic wine list.