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Nayara Gardens

4.5 star property
Luxury resort with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Wine bar, garden views, open daily
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe
Arenal Pool Casita | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The price is NZ$1,200
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
7 km West from La Fortuna Town Road 142, the entrance to the Volcano Lodge, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Arenal Natura Ecological Park
    1 min walk
  • Asia - Luna
    1 min walk
  • Transmonteverde Bus Terminal
    118 min drive
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    12 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Villa (Rainforest Pool)

Highlights

Balcony
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 105 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Arenal Pool Casita

Arenal Pool Casita

Highlights

Balcony
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

La Fortuna

A luxury stay in La Fortuna awaits you at Nayara Gardens, a recipient of the prestigious Travel & Leisure 500 award in 2021. You'll be 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from La Fortuna Waterfall. Highlights at this eco-friendly resort include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Nayara Spa can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The restaurant, La Terraza, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nostalgia Wine Bar is the resort's own wine bar, serving drinks along with dinner. Enjoy the gym, sauna, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4.5-property class La Fortuna resort include Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.
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What's nearby

  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 3 min drive
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 4 min drive
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 4 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 7 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Saca Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Ti-Cain - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Nayara Gardens

Luxury resort with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
Nayara Gardens offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Nayara Gardens. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 4.5-star La Fortuna resort is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Nayara Gardens offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private plunge pools and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and first-run films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

This La Fortuna resort provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Nayara Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a mud bath and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Globe – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Nayara Gardens is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Asia Luna
  • La Terraza
  • Nostalgia Wine Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • First-run films
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Hotel Nayara
Nayara
Nayara Gardens
Nayara Hotel Spa & Gardens Fortuna
Nayara Spa
Nayara Spa Gardens Fortuna
Arenal Nayara Hotel And Gardens
Arenal Nayara Hotel Gardens
Nayara Hotel Spa Gardens La Fortuna
Nayara Resort Spa Gardens La Fortuna
Nayara Spa Gardens La Fortuna
Nayara Spa Gardens
Nayara Gardens Resort
Nayara Gardens La Fortuna
Nayara Resort Spa Gardens
Nayara Gardens Resort La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nayara Gardens?

Nayara Gardens offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Nayara Gardens?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nayara Gardens on 11 Jan 2025 start from NZ$1,199.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Nayara Gardens?

Yep, Nayara Gardens has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Nayara Gardens?

Yep, Nayara Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Nayara Gardens have a pool?

Nayara Gardens has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Nayara Gardens?

Nayara Gardens features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with private plunge pools, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Nayara Gardens a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as private plunge pools and rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nayara Gardens.

Is Nayara Gardens family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Nayara Gardens is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Nayara Gardens?

No, but there are private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Nayara Gardens serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nayara Gardens?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nayara Gardens?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Nayara Gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Nayara Gardens?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nayara Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 619 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 619 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 619 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 619 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 619 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcos, Santana de parnaiba

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
todos muito amaveis.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This resort was like being in paradise. Exquisite villas with private plunge pools but also numerous other large pools and thermal spring pools. Exceptional staff across the whole resort, and wonderful food in all of the restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manoucheka, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthieu

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Grettel, Miami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly that compensated for everything else. We had an unfortunate event on our first night with Housekeeping, and they tried to compensate us as much as possible, kindness and attention was our favorite reaction from all their personnel, from cart drivers, restaurants, SPAs, and the stars were the reception team. Alonso is a great asset for this property, he made us want to come back and resolved every request we had. Great property, PURA VIDA! Memorable experience for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Namas, Johns Creek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to be pampered in your suite, have infinite pool within, launder your clothes for free every day, have a refrigerator full of eatables free, twice a day turn down service twice, see all kinds of animals and birds within the property, and have a lava-fed hot spring, and a golf cart service in the very hilly resort Najara gardens is the right place for you. I have stayed in many upscale hotels and this I would consider among the top except for a few minor blemishes. Upon arrival, both Noelle and Alonso welcomed us with the true Costan Rican spirit of “Pure Vida” and lived up to it through our three-night stay. Their tours are conducted by Jacamar (we took two of them, a real highlight to our trip-separately reviewed). You are inside the rain forest very close to the just now inactive Arenal volcano. So expect rain anytime of the day or night with significant wind and humidity. We were in April 2024 that was still considered to be a dry season, but it rained so heavily in the night that we were afraid to go on tour in the early morning at 5 am; we changed our mind, and we are glad we did. They have several restaurants that cater to a variety of food that are reasonably priced. The breakfast was very moderate considering all other aspects of the resort, and they even charged for cappuccino while it was free in the room. Compared to all the other staff, the staff at La Terraza were not that courteous or extra-friendly. Also, there is no easy way to go to the La Fortu
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

arvinder

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, staff was super friendly and kind. Beautiful rooms, you don’t even need to go out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nayara Gardens is a gorgeous luxury property. Our rainforest pool villa was even better than expected & I had sky high expectations. The grounds are amazing! Lush flora and fauna ♥️. We saw Sloths and many beautiful birds that you don’t see in the US. The varied dining options, the eager to please staff and various activities made this an unforgettable vacation. I would definitely go back and stay at this resort again & highly recommend it. The thermal spas were a beautiful place to relax. I cannot say enough good things about this property. Again, the rainforest villas with that thermal private infinity pool, outdoor and indoor showers & roomy layout are simply stunning.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful resort. The newly renovated Casita's are stunning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd stay here. Amazing hotel. Nothing compares in the region. The private pools are so unique and the rainforest setting surreal. This brand knows hospitality Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAURICIO, Tamarindo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

haiying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best hotels in Costa Rica. The rooms were all very spacious, amenities & services were great. The hotel is situated in a very great and lush area. We saw a lot of animals during our stay! Would definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irfan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing from the moment you step in the property. I can’t wait to come back, they are so attentive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top of the line
Amazing. Place. A bucket list item
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Coupe retreat
Everything about the resort is 10/10 and highly recommended. Service 10/10 Staff friendliness 10/10 Room 10/10 Resorts 10/10 I’ll definitely be back very soon
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We hated to leave! The grounds are beautiful. Jurassic Park meets Disneyland (but authentic and so so clean). The staff is the defining point on why I would come back over and over again. Beyond friendly, professional and make you feel so welcome. Yerlin in the Ayla’s dining room has an infectious smile, every bellman greats you and is happy to help you figure out what to do next or drive the property looking for sloths (Blanco, Jason and Jack Danny to name a few but all are fabulous). The food is delicious- you could stay on property and not miss a beat! Treat yourself to the spa - best!!! Yes, already planning our next trip - it’s that good!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023