Alma Del Pacifico

Alma del Pacífico, on the sand at Playa Esterillos Este

Alma del Pacífico is a small boutique hotel right on the beach at Esterillos Este, a long, quiet stretch of the Central Pacific between Jacó and Manuel Antonio. Almond and palm trees shade the sand, and the villas are decorated with original paintings, mosaics and local art. It suits couples and small families who want a beach that is long, empty and close.

Why we choose it

• A beach with room to breathe. Esterillos Este is long and uncrowded, good for walks at sunrise and horseback rides along the water.
• Art in every villa. Each room has its own artwork and colours, so no two stays feel the same.
• A plunge pool by the sea. The Deluxe Beachfront Villas have their own plunge pool facing the beach, a rare thing on this coast.

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Rooms and views

The Beachfront Bungalows and Beachfront Villas sit facing the beach and sleep up to 4. The Deluxe Beachfront Villa sleeps up to 3 and adds a private plunge pool, the choice for a honeymoon. The Garden Bungalows also sleep up to 4 and look over the gardens toward the beach.

Expect hammocks and loungers on the terraces, which are hard to leave after a day in the sun.

On the property

The hotel has direct access to the beach, a pool among the gardens, a jacuzzi, and a restaurant where most guests take their meals. The spa uses natural Costa Rican ingredients in its treatments, and a massage after the beach is a good way to end a day here. There is also a small shop.

Location and getting there

The hotel is on Esterillos Este, on the Central Pacific between Jacó and Manuel Antonio, so both are within reach for a day. From here we can arrange canopy tours, river trips to see the crocodiles, white water rafting, sport fishing, and visits to Carara or Manuel Antonio national parks.

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