Kura Boutique HotelvsHacienda AltaGracia
Both properties are rated highly by experts. Overall, Kura Design Villas Uvita ranks significantly higher than Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection. Kura Design Villas Uvita comes in at 89 with endorsements from 6 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Mr & Mrs Smith and Fodor's.
Kura Boutique Hotel
Costa Ballena, Uvita, Costa Rica
From $536/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"A six-villa, adults-only aerie overlooking Ballena National Marine Park, on the southern Pacific coast." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Lovebirds looking to escape from it all can't do better than the Kurà Design Villas, the country’s sexiest hotel." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"High above Uvita, Kurà Design Villas hotel has bird’s-eye views of the Pacific Ocean and dense tropical jungles." Full review
Jetsetter
"Mountaintop chic in the tropics, with knockout ocean views, epicurean feasts and indigenous flair." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Kura Design Villas has plenty of sex appeal. Highlights include the open-air Spa Shà, a cocktail bar with hyper-local spirits, and a dramatic infinity pool with an underwater sound system." Full review
Fodor's
"Stunning contemporary design, high-tech comforts, and a lofty location overlooking the Pacific combine to set a whole new standard of luxury at this adults-only property" Full review
Hacienda AltaGracia
Perez Zeledon, San Isidro de El General, Costa Rica
From $340/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine
"The resort is home to 22 stables, the largest riding ring in Central America, and top-notch facilities that include an on-site veterinarian." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Tucked high in the mountains of Pérez Zeledon in southern Costa Rica, this 864-acre property—the first Auberge Resort in Central America—brings glamor and luxury to an otherwise rugged terrain." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"This five-star new-build luxury estate in the southern foothills of the Cordillera de Talamanca is a serene and polished country retreat." Full review
Jetsetter
"A suite or casita at an idyllic hideaway in an untouched corner of Costa Rica, with a welcome drink." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Luxurious mountainside retreat on 865 acres of gardens and rainforest, three and a half hours southeast of San José." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A hillside hacienda overlooking the lush Valle de General, this Auberge Resort consists of self-contained casitas (cottages) and suites, their decor stylish and understated (neutral shades, dark leather), surrounded by 350 hectares – ideal for hiking, horseback riding and observing from the air from one of the resort's own ultralights" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Offers an elevated take on the Costa Rican concept of pura vida, or "pure life"...spread out over 180 lush acres, where guests are encouraged to build their days around interactions with nature"