Rancho Pacifico

Rancho Pacifico, on the ridge above Uvita

Rancho Pacifico is a small adults-only resort high on a ridge above Uvita, looking down on the Whale's Tail in Marino Ballena National Park. It is surrounded by rainforest, with treehouses and villas spread across the hillside. It suits couples, honeymooners and adults travelling together who want space, privacy and a big view.

Why we choose it

• Adults only. The resort is for grown-ups, which keeps the pool, the spa and dinner quiet.
• Treehouses with room to breathe. The site puts them at nearly 1,000 sq ft each, with the ocean and the jungle in view.
• A private waterfall. The resort has its own waterfall on the property, a short walk from your room.

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Rooms and views

There are two styles of stay. The Treehouses are built up among the trees, with views over the ocean and the jungle, and they are the ones we suggest for a honeymoon. The Canopy Villas give more room on the ground, and some have two bedrooms, which suits two couples travelling together.

Whichever you pick, the view is the reason to be here: the Pacific, the coastline and, below you, the famous sand bar shaped like a whale's tail.

On the property

The pool and the hot tub look out over the coast. There is a spa for treatments, a gym, a bar and the restaurant, and a beach club for days on the sand. Trails lead through the surrounding forest, where birds and monkeys are everyday sightings, and the breeze up here keeps the evenings comfortable.

Location and getting there

Rancho Pacifico sits high on a ridge above Uvita, on Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast, overlooking Marino Ballena National Park. Many beaches are within a short drive. From here we can arrange whale and dolphin watching, snorkeling, horseback riding and hikes, and day trips toward Corcovado National Park. See more of Uvita.

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