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Type: Boutique Hotel

Summary: A place where nature, adventure and relaxation combine.

Feature: Magical views of Costa Rica’s most famous volcano.

Rooms: 29 rooms

Location: Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica

Star rating: 5 Star

Nearest airport: San Jose Aiport (SJO)

Transfer: Approximately 2.5 hours by private car transfer

Luxury Holidays At Nayara Tented Camp

Escape to one of Costa Rica’s most spectacular echo jungle retreats. First opened in 2019 and inspired by the luxury canvas lodges of Africa and Asia, Nayara Tented Camp sits within the flourishing Arenal National Park, where the breathtaking 7000-year-old volcano takes centre stage.

 

Set within the larger Nayara Resort, where you can roam between a further two sister hotels, an oasis of tropical elegance and stunning natural beauty awaits your discovery. From natural hot springs, flourishing rainforests, fast-flowing rivers and magical waterfalls, combine this with sublime service, exceptional attention to detail and classic gourmet dining, and you get the unique Nayara Tented Camp experience.

 

The family-friendly hotel offers a range of activities, from indulgent spa treatments and relaxing yoga to more adventurous pursuits, like kayaking, guided nature treks, lava field expeditions or even crocodile spotting across the Rio Frio (cold river). With such a stunning array of activities, outstanding luxury and a mesmerising landscape, we wouldn't blame you if you never wanted to leave.

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Why Nayara Tented Camp is so special...

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Lakes & Mountains

Experience the dried lava fields left by the famous volcano. This exhilarating walk will give you amazing views of the volcano and Lake Arenal and will allow you to see first-hand the incredible power of nature. During the day, you'll also learn more about the area of La Fortuna and the history behind the 1968 eruption, which is still one of Costa Rica's most devastating events of the last 100 years.

Lakes & Mountains at Nayara Tented Camp

Wildlife Encounters

Enjoy the incredible nature tour that takes you to the heart of the rainforest. This fantastic 2- mile hike is not for the faint-hearted, but the views are truly worth it. Your naturalist guide will lead you up through the jungle canopy, traversing a series of trails that lead you to a lush green canyon and onto the famous Mystical Hanging Bridges. Along the way, you’ll be introduced to an array of plants and animals that inhabit the area, plus experience the fantastic site of the hidden waterfall. A truly wonderful trip that all nature lovers will enjoy.

Wildlife Encounters at Nayara Tented Camp

Spa Breaks

What better way to relax and unwind after a brilliant day of exploring? The Nayara Spa offers a setting of pure serenity. Nestled high in the jungle's canopy, it provides a wonderful selection of therapies that will rejuvenate the mind and body. Choose from traditional Thai or Swedish massage, or try out the hotel’s famous Volcanic Mud Massage, where, as you've probably guessed, they use the natural volcanic earth from the Arenal Volcano to nourish, detoxify and remineralise the skin. Whatever treatment you choose, after a day here, you’ll be fully recharged to face the next day’s adventure!

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Pricing

Speak to our Luxury Travel Specialists for our latest pricing and offers.

 

Accommodation and Dining Experiences

Find the best room for you, and discover the exceptional restaurants that await...

Overview

Overview

Nayara Tented Camp offers a “glamping” experience like no other. Each of the 29 luxury lodges are strategically positioned high up on the hillside to maximise the enchanting views of the Costa Rican jungle. All are wonderfully decorated with clean, fresh colours and are furnished with a contemporary, elegant style that gives a beautiful contrast to the rustic safari feel.   All come with sumptuous king beds, a min-bar, air-con, a private hot spring plunge pool, a safari bathtub or outdoor shower and a private decking area where you can take in the majestic sites of the jungle below.   All guests have a choice of a complimentary al-a-carte breakfast that’s delivered to your room every morning, so you can just sit back and take in the ambience of this truly unique hotel while deciding what culinary delight you want to start your day with.

Nayara Tent

Nayara Tent

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  • visibilityRoom View:High up on the hillside with stunning views of the surrounding rainforest.

Set high up on stilts and looking like a natural addition to the majestic background of the jungle, these luxury lodges offer sweeping, birdseye views of the vibrant green landscape below. Inside, they're finished with a sleek African Safari feel and come with a stylish four-poster king bed, two twin day beds, a mini-bar, a private plunge pool and a private balcony.

Family Tents

Family Tents

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  • visibilityRoom View:Perched on the hillside with majestic views of Arenal, the most famous Volcano in Costa Rica!

The Family tents are perfect for larger groups wishing to stay together. They come with a four-poster king bed, two twin-size day beds in the main tent and a further two queen beds in the adjoining second tent. Additionally, they offer a mini-bar, a private plunge pool with hot springs, and a private balcony with a gorgeous seating area.

Casa Paloma and Casa Dana (Private residences)

Casa Paloma and Casa Dana (Private residences)

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  • crop_freeSize:158²
  • visibilityRoom View:Sweeping views of the rainforest and the mesmerising Arenal Volcano.

These private dwellings are perfect for groups and large families who want that extra privacy. Sleeping up to 12, they are set over three units, including two family tents, linked to a stunning private villa. They offer an incredible luxury glamping experience and come with a fully equipped kitchen and dining area, two king beds, two queen beds, twin day beds, outdoor showers and a separate bathroom. They also have two private plunge pools located on the balconies, where you have remarkable views of Arenal and the flourishing jungle below.

Overview

Overview

The resort boasts three stylish restaurants, all of which offer an incredible culinary experience. Whether you're dining with friends, family, or both, each one provides dishes that will delight all food connoisseurs.   Ayla provides guests with a gorgeous, relaxed dining experience and takes its inspiration from Mediterranean cuisine and fuses it with contemporary Middle Eastern elegance.   La Terraza Del Arenal (The Terrace of the Arenal), as you could imagine, offers magical views of Costa Rica’s famous 7000-year-old volcano (don't worry, it’s sleeping at the moment) and serves up a mouthwatering array of al-a-carte and international dishes, all made with locally sourced natural ingredients.   Asia-Luna offers a fusion of Asian style and contemporary Costa Rican flare. Fish lovers will have difficulty choosing which dish they want to stir their palate, with a wonderful selection of chicken, sushi and other fish-based dishes that include Tuna, Shrimp, Trout, and Marlin, to name a few.

Ayla

Ayla

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Mediterranean-style dishes fused with a Middle Eastern zest.
  • checkroomDress Code:Relaxed
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:Not essential but advised

Stunning views overlooking the magical landscape of the Arenal Volcano National Park.

La Terraza Del Arenal

La Terraza Del Arenal

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Sublime al-a-carte dishes, served with locally sourced fresh ingredients.
  • checkroomDress Code:Relaxed
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:Not essential but advised

Glorious open-air, family restaurant with a relaxed vibe and incredible panoramic views of the volcano and rainforest.

Asia-Luna

Asia-Luna

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Classic Asian fish dishes with a twist of contemporary Cost Rican flair.
  • checkroomDress Code:Relaxed
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:Yes

Intimate and stylish with an outdoor terrace overlooking the volcano and rainforest.

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San Jose

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Climate

Costa Rica has a tropical climate year-round, with dry and wet seasons. The best time to visit is during the dry season, between December and April. The wet season is May to October, whilst low season is during the months of August to October when rainfall is at its highest. Heavy rains may cause flooding of roads which can hinder travel, however Pacific swells mean that this is the best time for surfing.

Getting There

British Airways fly direct from London Gatwick to San Jose. The flight time is approximately 10 hours, 50 minutes.

Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio

Costa Rica’s most popular national park, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, is an enchanting lush green gem that is home to beaches, tropical rainforest trails and incredible wildlife. Scan the impressive canopy for White-faced capuchin monkeys, hear the Mantled howler monkeys, spot troops of tiny Squirrel monkeys, photograph the remarkable Toucans, or Black spiny-tailed iguanas, and look for the popular Sloths. These two-toed and three-toed varieties are often seen lazing about in the canopy.

Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
Central Valley and Highlands

Being elevated and landlocked, this area is far more temperate that the coastal regions, with temperatures around 25 degrees year-round. This makes it an appealing escape for San Jose residents retreating from the city heat. Whilst June to October are the best months to visit here, the ‘green’ season between June and December is the high season for rafting due to sunshine with afternoon showers.

 

Central Valley and Highlands
Northwestern Costa Rica

Home to misty cloud strewn forests, a dormant volcano, bubbling hot springs and stunning lake, this region boasts striking waterfalls, grassy savanna and affordable ecolodges. With a climate ranging from dry heat, wind and cool mist, this is a dry region and evenings can become cool. With very little rain between November and April this is a good time to go, whilst marine-lovers will wish to travel around September and October to see Humpback whales migrating up the coast. Venture to the Arenal area, from Ciudad Quesada, for a scenic ride with stunning backdrop of Volcan Platanar. Winding your way past lush green vegetation, rivers and brightly coloured towns, you’ll eventually arrive at the mighty peak of the Arenal volcano.

Northwestern Costa Rica
Osa Peninsula

Located in the remote southwestern corner of Costa Rica and regarded by many as the most picturesque and pristine region, the protected rainforest of Osa is renowned for its extensive wildlife and raw appeal. The peninsula plays host to deserted beaches, world-class surf and rugged adventure trekking, making it a haven for those seeking a true adventure in the wilderness. Corcovado This is one of the most biologically rich places on earth with Parque Nacional Corcovado teeming with wildlife. In the canopy of Corcovado, guests can see all four native species of monkey with other rare species such as Baird’s tapir frequently spotted. Whilst trekking affords the opportunity to see the elusive Jaguar, feline Ocelot and Tapir. Creatures you may wish not to see, include the painful Bullet ant, ticks, peccary or water-based crocodile.

Osa Peninsula
Guanacaste

Located in Northwestern Costa Rica, and said to have a Nicaraguan personality, the lively Guanacaste province is a popular destination for beach-lovers and those seeking some sublime relaxation in a tropical paradise. With notable shorelines such as Playa Panama, Playa Grande, Pan de Azucar, Playa Flamingo and Playas del Coco, travellers are simply spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful beaches. Boasting long summer days, unparalleled wildlife and a diverse and exotic landscape, visitors can unwind on beautiful beaches and escape the humidity. Watersport attractions include surfing and snorkelling, whilst nearby zip-lining, horse-riding and hiking are all available too. Renowned for its hot, dry weather and pristine beaches, this tourist spot boasts the stunning Papagayo Gulf. When not exploring the North Pacific Coast and admiring the beaches, history and sunsets, Guanacaste is also home to Nicoya Peninsula, Monteverde with its Cloud Forests and numerous nature reserves, the Miravalles and Tenorio Volcanoes, Arenal Volcano and Northern Lowlands, Rincon de la Vieja Area with its notable waterfalls.

Guanacaste
Tortuguero

The main attraction of Tortuguero National Park is the turtles, with Green Sea and Hawksbill turtles nesting between July and October and Leatherback turtles nesting from February to April. Whilst you can head along the beach trail to observe turtles nesting, the best way to appreciate the park as a whole, is from a boat. From canoes or kayaks, you can access the beaches, canals, lagoons and wetlands. Created from high annual rainfall and the rich environment, where freshwater and sea water meet, this is an area boasting seven species of river turtles. If seeing turtles is your main goal however, then a specially guided night walk is the best time to see the turtles lay their eggs. Other wildlife highlights include seeing Southern River Otters, crustaceans and over 50 species of freshwater fish — not to mention the Spider, Howler, Capuchin Monkeys and dozens of species of birds. For the very fortunate, you may even spot an endangered West Indian Manatee! Aside from the wonderful fishing.

Tortuguero

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