Located on Costa Rica’s southernmost Pacific coast, the Yoga Farm is a rustic yoga center and sustainable living project. People who want to reconnect with body, mind and nature, they will find this lodge perfect. Nestled amidst beautiful tropical rainforest, this lodge overlooks amazing view of ocean. Anyone can stay at this lodge from a few days to a few months and enjoy the Pura Vida. If you stay at this lodge, you will meet a functioning community of diverse people-living, working and playing. It remains open ideally seven months of the year. The location of this lodge is considered as one of the most biologically diverse region of the world.
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Playa Hermosa Lodge
Playa Hermosa Lodge is situated between Playa del Coco and Playa Panama on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. It is a beautiful hide away perched in the hills behind the black sand beach pf Playa Hermosa. People who are seeking quality relaxation, they will find this place perfect. Surrounded by beautiful unspoiled rainforest, lush vegetation and wildlife, this lodge is close to the Playa Hermosa that is considered as a world class surf beach break. Within 5 minutes drive from the lodge, you can reach this lodge.
Accommodation:
Bed & Breakfast:
Accommodations in this lodge mostly cater to those who are seeking mid-range or luxury rooms. There are also some spares budget rooms available.
There are 2 houses-the Villa and the Lodge set side by side in two different style. Each of the rooms overlooking amazing ocean and rainforest view and feature private bathroom, air conditioner ad other necessary facilities.
The Villa:
This villa is situated between the rainforest and the Pacific Ocean and nestled just 5 minutes from the nearby Playa Hermosa. Within close destination there are also other beautiful beaches and some of those are famous as surf locations. For the construction of this villa, the modern Caribbean and authentic Costarican home design are followed. This Villa overlooks stunning view of the mountain and the ocean.
The Lodge:
Constructed with the Costa Rican architectural designe, this lodge provides all the world class amenities. People who want to escape away from the daily busy life and want to enjoy luxurious facilities in vacation, they will find this lodge perfect. This lodge is set on a private hilltop, just 5 minutes from the Playa Hermosa Beach and within 10 minutes drive you will reach Jaco and there you can visit a variety of restaurants, popular shopping centers, tourist stops and night life area.
Kitchen and Restaurant:
In Playa Hermosa Lodge you will not find any restaurant but it offers breakfast. While staying at this lodge, you can use the kitchen and prepare your food. This kitchen is stocked with fridge, oven, freezer and microwave. You can enjoy your food at the living area and garden with berbecue, outdoor kitchen, barbecue and bar.
Activities:
Yoga lessons:
Playa Hermosa Lodge offers Vinyasa Yoga classes that are held usually in Playa Hermosa, Jaco or on the beach and available everyday. These classes are designed for yogis from all level. If you are a beginner, you can learn the techniques and if you are already an advanced yogi, you can develop your skill. Some private lessons are also offered by the lodge and all the classes are directed by the Dharma Yoga Registered Yoga Teacher. All the instructors ensure the practitioners can enjoy the lesson without any difficulty and can achieve their goal.
Other Activities:
Manuel Antonio Park:
From the lodge with a one hour driving, you can reach Manuel Antonio Park that is renowned for white sand beaches. There you can enjoy exploring beauty of the area as well as the wildlife, marine life, coral reefs, lush foliage amidst great mountains and forests that reach the beaches.
Horseback Riding:
Nature lovers will love this riding and explore the surrounding area, its wildlife. They can visit the wonderful waterfalls and also the natural slides.
ATV tour:
If you want to enjoy watching the old traditions of the country, you can go for ATV tour and go to the authentic part of the country. This tour will allow you to enjoy watching the jungle view, its wild life and also the local people.
Sport Fishing and Surfing:
Beach activity lovers will love sport fishing and surfing. Within 15 minutes from the villa you can reach a luxury marina, in the Herradura bay, Los Suenos that is fully equipped and perfect for enjoying sport fishing. The water consistency of this area remain calm that make it one of the most productive fishing areas in the world. Warm, lush Pacific environment is absolutely perfect for enjoying surfing.
Contact
Playa Hermosa Lodge
Phone: +506 8601 5593
email: Playahermosalodge@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlayaHermosaLodge?fref=ts
Website: http://www.playahermosalodge.com/
10 Amazing Yoga Retreats in Costa Rica
In Costa Rica you will find many Yoga retreats where you can enjoy Yoga holiday and light up your vacation spiritually. Some of the retreat centers are nestled closer to the mountain or beach and you can choose whichever you prefer. Yoga retreats which are close to the beach are more desired as the guests can incorporate yoga with surf lessons. Not only surf lesson, if you choose to go on a yoga retreat in Costa Rica, you will also get opportunity to enjoy many other activities such as snorkeling or windsurfing, cruise in the Caribbean sea, bird watching or nature walk. Here goes 10 amazing Yoga Retreats in Costa Rica:
Yellow Fin Charters
It was founded in 2002 and since then it has become renowned among the locals as well as tourists. This company operates fishing tours from Playa Carrillo, Playa Flaingo, Los Sueños and Quepos in the south pacific coast of Costa Rica. Depending on the guest’s choice, it also arrange other water activity tours and land tours such as sailing trips, snorkeling tours, canopy tour, horseback riding tour, ATV tour and many more.
La Quinta Country Inn
La Quinta Country Inn is situated in Sarapiqui, in the northeastern portion of Costarica. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, private reserves and La Selva Biological station, this resort is comprised of nine acres, including frog and butterfly gardens and meandering trails built with wheel chair accessibility. This eco-lodge is just 60 miles from San Jose. This lodge is recognized by the National Accreditation commission for sustainable tourism and it is just like a paradise for experiencing a wonderful wedding ceremony in natural setting and also perfect for honeymoon vacation or romantic getaway. If you are seeking for a place to enjoy a memorable vacation close to the nature and to river raft down the Sarapiqui River, you can choose this place. This lodge has an educational corners where you can get information about tropical biology, its flora and fauna, general policies, conservation policies and also self guided walking tour description. You will also find an on-site museum and gallery in the hotel property and there you will find an extensive exhibition of fascinating insects of the rainforest. Continue reading La Quinta Country Inn
Surf Inn Hermosa
Set on one of the top surfing destinations in Central America, Surf Inn Hermosa is a perfect place for enjoying a tranquil oceanfront Costa Rican getaway. Ideally situated in the heart of Playa Hermosa, this place is just one hour north of the world famous Manuel Antonio National Park. People who want to get away from the pressures of the daily life and want to enjoy all the modern facilities in a natural setting, they can choose Surf Inn Hermosa. This hotel is also close to some famous restaurants, surf camps and beaches of the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. From this hotel just a drive away you will find the hustle and bustle of the heart of the Central Pacific coast, Jaco Beach that is considered as one of the most popular beach destination in Costa Rica. Completed in 2008, this simple Mediterranean style boutique hotel features charming interior designs, comfortable accommodations, and a rooftop café overlooking the premier surfing beach in Costa Rica. Continue reading Surf Inn Hermosa
Blue Osa Yoga Sanctuary and Spa
Blue Osa Yoga Sanctuary and Spa is set into the jungle, isolated on the south end of the Osa Peninsula. Situated in the South Pacific Region this eco lodge is considered as one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet. This exquisitely designed lodge focuses on providing personal rejuvenation through healthy nourishment, yoga, and a holistic approach to living. This lodge is 8 miles from Puerto Jimenez and set in a magical location. While staying at this lodge you will get opportunity to restore your personal well being, learn about a variety of yoga techniques and get relaxed and refreshed. People who want to enjoy a memorable vacation in a natural setting, they will find this lodge perfect. Outside of the main lodge you will find a well-maintained lush landscape passes through swaying palms to a fabulous view of the Golfo Dulce.
Blue Osa Eco Resort:
Blue Osa Yoga Sanctuary and Spa provides well equipped eco houses that are nestled on a remote beachfront place. In three main building you will find 12 comfortably chic rooms featured with on-site facilities. On the second floor of the yoga building you will find a column-free 1,350 square foot open-air Yoga studio. While doing your Yoga workouts at this yoga studio you will enjoy stunning beach view. The Chic rooms are perfect for accommodating 32 people and feature an open kitchen-Cocina and dining room furnished with thirty-two chairs and six tables. In this dining you can enjoy delicious, healthy, mostly plant-based meals including freshly-caught fish and locally-raised meat. You can also have poultry and also can enjoy tea, coffee and purified water throughout the day.
Blue Osa Eco Resort have a eco-spa including two treatment rooms which are featured with private, zen-like garden and outdoor shower facility.
Near the office there is a lounge area that features complimentary wireless internet access.
Lap pool area is the ideal place for spending tranquil time with your favorite book. This Lap pool area has comfortable lounge sofas and chairs.
Activities:
The surrounding area of the lodge is perfect for enjoying a variety of activities including zip lining, canopy tour, bird watching, horseback riding, tree climbing, hiking, kayaking and many other adventure and fun activities. Cape Matapalo is one of the breathtaking place on the Peninsula where you can spot a variety of wild animals. While hiking you will also enjoy exploring the natural beauty as well as watching different species of local monkeys, scarlet macaws, toucans, agoutis, coatimundis and jaguarundis and also many other wild life. Adventure lover can enjoy canopy or zip lining tour and at the same time can spot a variety of wildlife from the eye level. At the time of sip ling you will get the opportunity to enjoy the magic of the Costa Rican rain forest seep into your consciousness. Horseback riding is the best option to explore the beauty of the country side, forests, mountains and also amazing beaches of the area. Bird watchers can enjoy watching a variety of birds as this place is home to 359 species of birds.
Contact
Blue Osa Yoga Sanctuary and Spa
email: info@blueosa.com
Website: http://www.blueosa.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueOsaYogaRetreat?fref=ts
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlueOsaYoga
Geckoes Lodge
Located in Cocles, a small village south of Puerto Viejo, Limon, in the Caribbean region of Costa Rica, Geckoes Lodge is a beautiful eco-lodge. While staying at this lodge, you will enjoy unlimited leisure, barefoot luxury and amazing beauty of the surrounding area.
Lookout Inn
Lookout Inn is a secluded rainforest eco-lodge on the Osa Peninsula in Carate, in the southern Pacific area of Costa Rica. Nature lovers as well as adventure lovers will find this lodge perfect for spending a memorable vacation. Within a few steps from the resort you will find the Corcovado National park that offers plenty of options to enjoy adventure and fun activities. While staying at this lodge, you will get opportunity to enjoy the an unspoiled black sand beach view.
Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat
Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat, an intimate consciously designed eco-lodge, is nestled along the shores of the Nicoya Peninsula’s spectacular Santa Teresa beach. People who are planning for spending a memorable vacation in a natural surrounding and also want to do yoga workouts in beachside setting, they can choose this lodge. While staying at this lodge, you will enjoy complete comfort and will get relaxed. Surf lovers will find this lodge perfect as it is locate very close to Playa Santa Teresa that is one of the country’s finest and most consistent surf spots. Staff of this lodge ensure its guests get all the necessary things and enjoy a memorable vacation.