Nayara Gardens

Rated 9.7 in 403 reviews. 49 rooms.

★★★★★

Hidden in a lush paradise in the heart of the Arenal Volcano National Park, Nayara has been recognized as one of the world’s best resorts by Travel&Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler and Trip Advisor. Our heartfelt hospitality, impeccable service, luxurious accommodations, fine cuisine, outstanding spa, and amazing eco-adventures make us the premier destination in Costa Rica.

The Nayara Experience promises the discerning and adventurous traveler the perfect combination of luxury and exploration. Go on the adventure of a lifetime in the wondrous natural surroundings of the Arenal Volcano or discover Costa Rica’s ecological heart strolling through our tropical gardens and pristine rainforests. Escape in luxury, enjoying our personalized service and signature “pura vida” hospitality, whether from a private outdoor deck overlooking the volcano, the serene interiors of a plush villa or the hot springs mineral waters of an outdoor Jacuzzi.

Nayara Gardens is a luxury boutique hotel and spa set against the panoramic backdrop of the Arenal Volcano, surrounded by Costa Rican Rainforest. Private bungalows have a private terrace with a plunge pool.

Bungalows at Nayara Gardens feature local hand-woven fabrics and solid handcrafted wood furniture. All have internet and a flower garden.

Guests at Nayara Gardens can book a safari through the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, or horseback ride to the Fortuna Waterfall. They can also hike along the Celeste River.

For relaxation, the spa at Nayara Gardens offers coffee scrubs and volcanic mud treatments. Guests can unwind with en exotic cocktail from the outdoor pool and wet bar.

The bamboo decked restaurant offers 360-degree gardens views and serves Costa Rican cuisine, while the wine bar features a selection of South American and Spanish wines and canapés.

Spa Facilities

  • Pool bar
  • Spa facilities
  • Steam room
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Kids' pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (all year)
  • Hot spring bath

Available Rooms

2 guests

Rooms

Adults

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Recommended Nearby

A guide to great places near Nayara Gardens

  1. Sushi Amor

    The Sushi Amor only comes with 6 pieces, but the rest of the rolls have 8. Everything es muy bueno.

    47 m from hotel

  2. Arenal Nayara Altamira

    Fabulous! Loved the ceviche and the tortilla soup for dinner and the bananas flambé for dessert! The local beer is great -- Pilsner.

    49 m from hotel

  3. Nostalgia Wine & Tapas

    Sit at the bar and talk to Elquin. You'll have a good time.

    53 m from hotel
    En el Hotel Nayara Springs, 7.5 km al suroeste del centro

  4. Laguna Arenal

    WHats next????

    230 m from hotel

  5. Restaurante Ti-Cain

    Best ceviche of my life!

    406 m from hotel

  6. Sura

    Happy hour prices all day in the off season!

    470 m from hotel

  7. Restaurante Surá

    Ask for the meal packages... Excellent!

    474 m from hotel
    Hotel Volcano Lodge

  8. Baldi Hot Springs

    Everyday Don Alberto the owner of Baldi Hot Springs is reinventing this tropical oasis. Check out the pools way in the back!

    0.7 km from hotel

  9. Restaurante Que Rico Arenal

    Try the ceviche. You will not regret it. Also, this is the only hotel restaurant in the top 10 of tripadvisor.com. Healthy menu too.

    0.8 km from hotel
    800 m norte del Hotel Los Lagos, en el Hotel Arenal Volcano Inn

  10. La Saca Restaurant

    Tip is included in the15% service charge on everything. You must for your bill. Ask soon, it can take a while. Request tap water, it tastes good and will save you. Bottled costs $5.

    0.9 km from hotel
    1 km al este de Volcano Lodge, en el Hotel Arenal Manoa

  11. Volcan Look Discoteque

    Hoy noche del rojo......

    2.5 km from hotel