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Xandari Resort & SpavsHacienda AltaGracia
Both Xandari Resort & Spa and Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Xandari Resort & Spa ranks significantly better than Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection. Xandari Resort & Spa scores 89 with recommendations from 5 reviewers such as Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.
Xandari Resort & Spa
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
1 km northwest of El Diamante Bar, Tacacori, Alajuela 4050, Costa Rica
From $233/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Condé Nast Traveler "On a former coffee plantation, this 40-acre resort with a perfect design score is just 20 minutes from San Jose's Juan Santamaria Airport, but "it's worlds away from the chaotic capital." Full review
Fodor's "The tranquil and colorful Xandari is a strikingly original inn and spa, tailor-made for honeymooners and romantic getaways." Full review
Jetsetter "Artist-architect-owned boutique featuring handmade art and miles of nature trails overlooking Costa Rica’s Central Valley." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Overlooking the Central Valley, this spa village features five private jalapa treatment quarters where guests enjoy mud wraps, facials, and exotic Costa Rican body treatments." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A working coffee plantation 3,900 feet above sea level is the setting for this relaxing resort and spa." Full review
Lonely Planet "With spectacular bird's-eye views of the Central Valley, this romantic spot is the fanciful creation of an architect–designer couple." Full review
Hacienda AltaGracia
Afar Magazine Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph Jetsetter
Hideaway Report Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
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 Telegraph6.0
"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 Report94.0
"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"
