Rancho Pacifico is a unique boutique hotel with a total capacity for just 24 guests, a short 35 minute flight from San Jose. Nestled in a 250 acre rain-forest preserve, it is a shady hideaway in an unsurpassed tropical setting with commanding views of 3000 sq. miles of blue Pacific, Marina Ballena National Park, The Osa Peninsula, Cano Island, the fabled Whale's Tail & a jungle canopy covered mountainside.
It is near Corcovado, Dominical and Manuel Antonio; minutes to 13 beaches, fine dining and endless adventure. It's location gives it a near perfect climate - close to the ocean but with comfortable daytime temperatures around 80F.
A luxury hideaway for discriminating travellers seeking an authentic tropical experience with first-class comfort & service, Rancho Pacifico's architecture and design are already being considered for several awards.
The open air architecture with a modern bent invites closeness to nature and comfortable temperatures. It features stone bars, walls, countertops, showers and accents collected from throughout Latin America, Italian faucets, vessel sinks and handmade tiles, modern furniture from Italy, Brazil and Spain, wood beams from eco-minded tree farms, and low impact construction and electrical systems.
Guest Rating9.4
Number of rooms:12
Official category: 5 stars.
Year of establishment and/or latest refurbishment: 2004.
Period of closure: From Oct.01 to Nov.01.
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, French.
Nearest airport: Palmar SUR - 15 miles
Facilities: Rancho PacÃfico
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Swimming pool
Car park
Restaurant
Outdoor restaurant
Shuttle service
24hr. Reception
Bellboys
Laundry service
Babysitters
Air conditioning
Whirlpool
Safe-deposit box
Hair dryer
Beach 1 mi.
Meeting room 24 Pers.
Type of rooms: Rancho PacÃfico
All rooms have an ocean and jungle view. There are 3 villas: 1 bedroom/1 bath villa (max. 4 people), 2 bedroom/2 bath villa (max. 6 people),
3 bedroom/3 bath villa (max. 8 people) and 3 Deluxe Lodge Suites (1 bedroom, max. 2 people).
2 super-spacious Spa Suites.
Additional information: Rancho PacÃfico
Room amenities include: double his and hers showers with deck or garden, king, queen, and full size custom beds, luxury linens, entry gardens, screened terraces, modern ceiling fans, custom armoires with humidity control, full kitchen and refrigerator in villas - mini in suites, deluxe coffee maker, hair dryer, and full size Costa Rican natural toiletries.
Hotel services and facilities include: 4 swimming pools (1 main, one at each villa), laundry and ironing service, beach towels, chairs and private cabana, hiking trails, daily power walks, dry-room, massage and other spa services in your villa, terrace or deck, licensed physician on premises, full time security, multi-lingual staff, secure storage areas, full concierge service, travel/adventure/fishing outfitter services, and car & van rentals.
Dining facilities and options include: complimentary tropical breakfast bar & beverages during day - appetizers at sunset, full bar, private dining room, pure drinking water from private springs, private in-villa dining option, clubhouse patio dining room (Whale's Tail Grill), and full spa menu.
Arrival: Depending on the size of your party and its needs - it often costs less to take the beautiful 32 minute flight to their local airport (Palmar) where they will be waiting for you in their van ($55 to Rancho Pacifico). Their guest services specialists will happily make all of your travel arrangements - saving you time, trouble and money.
Activities include some of Costa Rica's finest and most diverse beaches - easily accessed by the newly paved Costa Nerra highway. Rancho Pacifico Outfitters is your one-stop shop for adventure, sports and fishing (including fly-fishing). Their specialty is arranging private day-trips for costs equal to large group trips, like private boats to remote beaches, islands and mangrove swamps. Part of their services to guests is to organize these without extra charge. Please call to discuss the options and, if you prefer, they will book your adventures before your arrival.
Children over 16 years old are accepted. A portable air-conditioner is available upon request.
Smoking policy: Smoking outside only.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
GPS Coordinates: 9° 11' 52.9332'' N -83° 43' 11.4672'' W
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