Nayara Gardens, San JoséNayara Gardens in San José, Costa Rica has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 7 of 88 hotels we score in San José. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.8 before correction: Tripadvisor 4.8. Rooms from about $958 a night (cached, not a live quote).Nayara Gardens is a luxury resort situated in the Arenal region near Arenal Volcano National Park. The property consists of private casitas and villas set within a tropical rainforest. Guests can observe local wildlife such as sloths and birds from the grounds. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a gym, and several restaurants. The resort offers both family-friendly options and adult-only accommodations to suit different types of travellers. While the setting provides direct access to nature and eco-adventures, the high nightly rates reflect its premium positioning. The interior design is modern and the property is accessible from major international airports.What stands out

Private villas in the rainforest

On-site spa and fitness centre

Wildlife viewing from rooms

Various outdoor adventure activities

Watch out for

High nightly rates

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