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Florblanca ResortvsTortuga Lodge & Gardens
Florblanca Resort and Tortuga Lodge & Gardens are both rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Tortuga Lodge & Gardens ranks significantly better than Florblanca Resort. Tortuga Lodge & Gardens scores 87 with positive reviews from 4 publications like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
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
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens The Telegraph Fodor's Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Across from the airstrip, 1 mile north of the Town of Tortuguero, Tortuguero 6941, Costa Rica
From $238/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph9.0
"This sophisticated and intimate river lodge is the ultimate glamp, bringing guests close to nature without ever subjecting them to its discomforts." Full review
Fodor's "Lush lawns, orchids, and tropical trees surround this thatched riverside lodge owned by Costa Rica Expeditions and renowned for its nature packages and top-notch, personalized service." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just north of Tortuguero and right on the canal, this upscale lodge stands on nearly 50 acres of tropical forest and gardens." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The property sits on the Caribbean coastline in its own private nature reserve, making it a nature and adventure lover's dream destination...includes an a la carte breakfast, lunch, and dinner"
Frommer's "It has amenities like ceiling fans, solar powered hot water, and landscaped gardens—plus a snazzy stone-lined pool, a waterfront dining room with some of the better local cuisine" Full review
