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Florblanca ResortvsPunta Islita, Autograph Collection
Both hotels are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Hotel Punta Islita, Autograph Collection ranks slightly better than Florblanca Resort. Hotel Punta Islita, Autograph Collection comes in at #24 in Costa Rica with approval from 6 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
Florblanca Resort
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph Fodor's Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Oyster
4 KM North of Franks Place, Cobano, Santa Teresa 1315361, Costa Rica
From $400/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine "A personal itinerary of surf lessons, sport fishing excursions, and yoga classes will keep adventurers busy." Full review
Fodor's "Named for the white flowers of the frangipani trees growing between the restaurant and the beach, this ultraluxurious resort is dedicated to relaxation and rejuvenation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located along the Santa Teresa shoreline, the resort has seven one-bedroom and three two-bedroom villas that are nestled amidst the jungle with an open-air living area." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Florblanca, named for the fragrant white flower of the frangipani tree which grows on the property, comprises a collection of 11 exquisite villas, each so buried in the jungle that it feels completely isolated." Full review
Fodor's "Fresh seafood is the specialty at this poolside alfresco restaurant, with inventive daily specials that focus on the day's catch prepared with Asian and Mediterranean flavors." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Looking for an easygoing escape? Perched on the powder-soft sand in the low-key town of Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula, Florblanca exudes laid-back charm and a sustainable soul"
Frommer's "Florblanca consists of a collection of massive, elegant private villas spread around exuberant gardens...the spa is superb and the on-site restaurant Nectar is one of the best in the area." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This boutique beachfront resort in Santa Teresa with 11 standalone villas epitomizes laid-back luxury" Full review
Punta Islita, Autograph Collection Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
Hideaway Report Fodor's
Jetsetter Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Oyster
Punta Islita, Punta Islita 50201, Costa Rica
From $311/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine "A beautiful little town that sits on the Guanacaste side of Costa Rica." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler96.4
"On a Pacific cove tucked into a mountainside, this "hidden gem" has a tiered layout with views of the ocean and the tropical forest." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Appealing seaside hideaway on a forested coastal stretch of the secluded Nicoya Peninsula, 45 minutes by air west of San José." Full review
Fodor's "Overlooking the ocean from a forested ridge, this secluded and sublime hotel is luxury incarnate, with villas, casitas, suites, and spacious rooms sprinkled around the bougainvillea-bedecked hillside." Full review
Jetsetter "Remote eco-sleep with two pools and oceanfront casitas on 80 hillside acres of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A collection of lavish villas and hotel rooms spread over 300 acres near Playa Sámara, Hotel Punta Islita is a one-stop, high-end beach escape." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hotel’s 23 private bungalows and villas—and a few larger buildings housing nine expansive suites—are spread in tiers down a hill above the Pacific...guests laze between beach, pool, restaurant." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This ultra-remote, rustic luxe hideaway is worth the bumpy, two-and-a-half hour drive from Liberia Airport" Full review
