Things To Do
Food & Drinks
We'll have a more complete guide of local recommendations at the hotel, but here's the short list: Hemingway's: Chill beach bar near the hotel for good food and drinks. Nita Coffee: Cute coffee shop with delicious breakfast, juices, smoothies, and more. Potrero Brewing Co: Awesome local brewery with a taco shop next door. Las Catalinas: A nearby town known for it’s colorful architecture and great dining spots. Make a reservation for a sunset dinner at Casa Chameleon if you’re looking for a special treat!
Activities & Excursions
Costa Rica Sailing Center: Directly next door to Bahia del Sol, you can rent stand up paddle boards, kayaks, and sailboats. Bahia del Sol Yoga: The hotel offers complimentary yoga classes each morning. Playa Flamingo Beach: A nearby white-sand beach ideal for relaxing, swimming, and beach walks.
Nosara
One of our absolute favorite places in Costa Rica. Nosara is a laid-back surf town that reminds us of Encinitas. Think cute coffee shops, yoga studios, and great waves, all wrapped in a friendly, low-key beach community. Favorite Restaurants: Coyol (a must!), La Luna, Howler's Beach Lounge Places to Stay: Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort, Guilded Iguana Surf Club Things to Do: ATV River and Waterfall Drive, Fishing with Nosara Fish and Surf, Yoga, Surf
Santa Teresa
The first place we visited in Costa Rica and another great option! It's a lively and energetic beach town known for it’s surf, beautiful beaches, and vibrant nightlife. Nestled between mountains and the Pacific Ocean, it blends rugged natural beauty with a boho personality. Favorite Restaurants: Atardecer Dorado, Ani's Bowls and Salads, Butterfly Brewing Company, Nami Places to Stay: Funky Monkey Surf & Yoga Lodge, Buena Onda Bungalows, Hotel Vista Las Olas Things to Do: Montezuma Waterfall Hike, Tortuga Island Tour, Surf
Liberia
La Leona Waterfall Adventure: A guided river and canyon walk with short swims, leading to La Leona Waterfall. We've previously booked with Don Rafa Adventure Tours. Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike: A rainforest hike to the iconic turquoise Río Celeste Waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park. One of the coolest places we've visited. Rincon De La Vieja National Park: A scenic hike through volcanic landscapes, featuring bubbling mud pots, waterfalls, and lush tropical forest.
Monteverde
Monteverde is a mountain town famous for it’s misty cloud forests, rich biodiversity, and natural beauty. Known as a sanctuary for wildlife, it offers a serene escape with stunning views, hiking trails, and lush greenery. We loved it for the nature, tranquility, and local flavor!
La Fortuna
La Fortuna is a town set in the shadow of the Arenal Volcano, surrounded by rainforests and natural hot springs. It offers everything from waterfalls and zip-lining to relaxing thermal baths.