With private access to Rio Celeste’s celestial blue waters, Hideaway at Río Celeste is a boutique retreat where thoughtful comfort meets pristine nature.
Location
Set at the foothills of Tenorio Volcano in Northern Costa Rica, this lodge feels both immersive and calmly remote. Framed by lush primary and secondary forests, it offers direct access to the legendary milky‑blue river and nearby national park trails. For many guests, the journey through rainforest canopy is part of the enchantment.
Rooms
Your “jungalow” is a spacious rainforest casita, perched on stilts and shaded by the canopy. Elevated decks, soft linens, indoor and outdoor showers, and elegant local wooden interiors give each stay a calm, personal feel.
Amenities
There’s a free-form pool, three heated jacuzzis (including a swim-up bar), and an eco-sensitive spa nestled within tropical gardens. Dining is delightful across three open-air venues - from poolside cocktails at the Blue Moon bar to Mediterranean-inspired fare at Kantala and Cantina Delirio. Everything feels grounded in place and thoughtfully curated.
Activities
You’ll enjoy exclusive access to private jungle trails and select swimming zones along Rio Celeste. Guided walks reveal wildlife-rich areas with coatis, sloths and tapirs. Tubing, waterfall hikes, night walks, volcanic treks, and nearby Arenal excursions can all be arranged.
Sustainability
More than 90% of this 75-acre site is dedicated to the Tapir Natural Reserve, protecting endangered Baird’s tapir habitat in partnership with Costa Rica Wildlife Foundation. The lodge is proudly carbon neutral, participating in the ACCT native tree planting programme and maintaining chemical-free gardens and a local greenhouse. Staff and suppliers are overwhelmingly local; the team supports environmental education at La Paz School and runs water recycling and waste reduction systems, biodegradable toiletries, and strict plastic-free policies.
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