Hacienda Barrigona

Hacienda Barrigona, above Playa Barrigona near Nosara

Hacienda Barrigona is a small collection of villas near Nosara on the Nicoya Peninsula, steps from Playa Barrigona, one of the quietest beaches on this stretch of coast. It suits families, groups of friends and retreats that want space, nature and their own pace, more than a hotel lobby and a front desk.

The idea is to disconnect. Nature takes centre stage here, and the buildings are kept small so the views and the forest do the work.

Why we choose it

• Steps from a quiet beach. Playa Barrigona is a short walk away, and it rarely feels crowded, which is exactly why groups choose it.
• Built for groups and retreats. With several villas, a private pool and a terrace, it works for a family reunion, a yoga retreat or a wedding party travelling together.
• Room to disconnect. Outdoor adventures and retreats are part of what the hacienda offers, so a stay can be as active or as still as you like.

Check availability

Rooms and views

The accommodation is in villas, each with its own bedrooms. Casa Dorada is the smallest, a good fit for a couple or a small family. The larger villas, which our records call Villa Guanacaste and Villa Barrigona, take bigger groups.

The rooms are clean and simple. The views over the grounds and the forest are the decoration, and the light at sunset is a reason to stay on the terrace.

On the property

There is a private pool and a terrace for long afternoons and evenings together. The hacienda organises outdoor adventures and hosts retreats, from yoga to celebrations with family and friends.

Beyond the property there are hiking trails, surfing at the nearby beaches, horseback riding and paddle boarding, and we can add the caves of Barra Honda or a day at Samara.

Location and getting there

Hacienda Barrigona is near Nosara, on the Nicoya Peninsula, about 3 hours by road from Liberia airport. The Nicoya Peninsula is one of the world's Blue Zones, known for long, healthy lives, fresh food and a slow pace, and the hacienda is a good place to borrow a little of that.

We arrange private transfers from the airport and plan the rest of your trip around the villa stay.

Check availability