Coastal Retreat at Hotel Punta Islita: Peaceful Sanctuary on Costa Rica's Rich Nicoya Peninsula
Hotel Punta Islita: A Serene Retreat on Costa Rica's Guanacaste Coast
Nestled on the Nicoya Peninsula, Hotel Punta Islita offers a tranquil escape for travellers seeking relaxation and adventure. With just 36 rooms and 16 villas, the property maintains an intimate, quiet, and peaceful atmosphere, reminiscent of a small, secluded village like its neighbour, Punta Islita, home to only 140 residents.
The hotel's atmosphere is described as relaxed, breezy, intimate, and serene. Guests can unwind in the hotel's infinity pool, open-air restaurant, or private beach club, or indulge in a range of body treatments at the Nanku Wellbeing Center, which offers facial, mani/pedi, massage, and other services.
For those seeking more active pursuits, Hotel Punta Islita caters to various interests. Guests can enjoy ocean sports at the private beach club, explore the local town of Islita, or embark on guided wildlife hikes organized by the hotel. The Guanacaste region is renowned for snorkelling, and Punta Islita is recognized as a notable snorkelling spot with access to vibrant marine life.
The hotel's rooms and suites offer ocean or mountain views, some with private pools or whirlpools. There are also villas with private plunge pools, some equipped with kitchens, decks, terraces, or outdoor lounge areas with views of the Pacific.
Dining options at the resort include Aura Beach Club, offering casual dining with salads, sandwiches, ceviche, wood-fired pizzas, and Alma Restaurant, a Latin American dining option located underneath a giant palm frond-covered palapa with ocean views, specializing in locally-sourced seafood and produce.
For those interested in learning new culinary skills, the hotel offers cooking classes highlighting Costa Rican cuisine, or a mixology class showcasing excellent signature cocktails with local spices.
Hotel Punta Islita provides warm, welcoming, and attentive service, making guests feel at home. Airport shuttles are available to three airports: Punta Islita (PBP), Daniel Oduber Quiros International (LIR), and Juan Santamaria International (SJO).
In addition to the hotel's amenities and activities, nearby attractions include the Wild Scarlet Macaw Reserve and Camaronal Sea Turtle Refuge. The hotel is approximately a 30-minute drive from Guanacaste airport.
Hotel Punta Islita offers more than 30 complimentary activities, including wildlife, cultural, sporty, and culinary options. Whether guests are seeking relaxation, adventure, or a combination of both, Hotel Punta Islita Autograph Collection provides an idyllic retreat on Costa Rica's Guanacaste coast. For more information or to book a stay, visit Hotel Punta Islita Autograph Collection.
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