Four Seasons Resort at Peninsula Papagayo

Set on a hill overlooking the beaches along the Gulf of Papagayo and Culebra Bay, this luxury resort is 35 km from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.

The sophisticated rooms provide flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, as well as minibars, coffeemakers and marble bathrooms. Some rooms have terraces; suites add sitting areas. Villas include kitchens and/or private infinity pools. Room service is available. Kids 18 and under stay with an adult for no charge.

Amenities include 5 upscale restaurants, including a refined open-air eatery with a wood-fired oven, along with a relaxed lounge and an 18-hole golf course. There's also a spa and a gym.