39 Unique Hotels in Central America

This 5-star beachfront holiday resort in Punta Cana would be one of the many along the golden coast of the Dominican Republic if it weren't for Nickelodeon. This hotel has cartoon-themed suites where you can jump straight into the pool if you open the terrace door. But the star of …

Laguna Lodge is a hotel on Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, whose breathtaking beauty rivals Lake Como in Italy. It has its own nature reserve where you can explore a primal rainforest's abundance of flora and fauna. Whether you want to relax and unwind or have fun on one of the …

Are you looking for a unique experience in Antigua, Guatemala? Hobbitenango is an adult's playground, hotel, and restaurant located just 20 minutes from the beautiful colonial city, which once had one of the longest names of any city in the world: "La Muy Noble y Muy Leal Ciudad de Santiago …

A perfect name for one of the most exclusive resorts in the world - Secret Bay is a ten-villa hideaway in the mountainous Caribbean island of Dominica. The clifftop villas were designed by the famous Venezuelan architect Fruto Vivas and built from sustainable tropical hardwoods, just like its interiors. The …

Humans and non-human animals are treated alike at Finca Victoria's hilltop retreat. The Ayurvedic vegan hotel welcomes open-minded guests in search of healing and rejuvenation. The magical countryside setting on the Island of Vieques, Mexico, is an ideal place to slow down and enjoy each step, each bite, and each …

Costa Rica's tourism is happily bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels of over three million visitors annually, which has constantly been growing. The country that advertises itself with the slogan 'pura vida' (pure life) made a massive leap in comfort and safety for all of us gringos with a slight cost …

The Stonefield Villa Resort is located near the town of Soufriere and the Jalousie Plantation Beach and has phenomenal views of the world-famous Pitons, the two volcano peaks. Stonefield Villa Resort is not only a tropical place to visit but also has a rich history. Stonefield was originally a plantation …

The charming little hotel, nestled on a mountain cliff in Lake Atitlán, is run by the owners, Bill (originating from the US) and Rosy (from Guatemala). They met and married in Alaska, where their two sons, Sebastián and Benjamín, were born. Their dream was to build their own house in …

Art Villas are nestled 300 meters above the ocean in a lush jungle of Costa Rica, surrounded by heavenly pristine nature. Wake up to the tropical sounds of scarlet macaws and spider monkeys in uniquely designed hideaways. There are not one but three individual state-of-the-art villa concepts here. The resort …

Tree House is a fairytale ecolodge on Costa Rica's scenic Caribbean coast situated on a 10-acre private land. The lodge is nestled in the lush forest of the Playa Chiquita at the edge of the Gandoca-Manzanillo wildlife refuge. You will get the best of both worlds here. It is a …

Located on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, Mal Pais is an adults-only resort with beautiful views of the Pacific. Mal Pais offers guests the ultimate luxury; accommodations include villas and villa suites – both types include private plunge pools and comfortable furnishings. The two suites, Villa Estrella and Villa Ultra, also …

If you’re looking for a private island experience and adventures like city tours and snorkeling, St. George’s Caye Resort may be the perfect spot for your next getaway. Located on a remote island in Belize, Central America, this resort is home to just 16 thatched cabanas, strictly for adults-only. The …

Saint Lucia is an Eastern Caribbean island nation with a population of 185,000 and is known for its breathtaking beauty. This island is also home to Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, a luxury resort & hotel complete with a world-class Rainforest Spa, an entire professional dive facility, and waterfront restaurants. …

Formed by prehistoric volcanic activity, Lago de Atitlán or Lake Atitlán is one of the most magnificent tourist destinations in Highland, Guatemala. Situated about three hours west of Guatemala City, the aquamarine waters glisten beneath the impressive volcanoes and fertile hills that encompass it. A dozen towns are skirting the …

Get out of your bubble by hopping into another... in Costa Rica! From Love Spheres to Lost Spheres, guests can experience a stay unlike any other. Are you looking for a romantic getaway? Imagine a bright pink inflated sphere that sits in the middle of the beauty that is Costa …

Located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, the beachfront Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort offers over 150 comfortable and spacious guest rooms and suites with beautiful forest and ocean views. Rooms are modern and charming; woven textiles, solid woods, and carved artifacts are peppered throughout, giving each space a warm and welcoming feel. …

Located in Fortuna, Costa Rica, at the foot of the Miravalles Volcano, this ecolodge is unlike any other. The truly unique thing about staying at Rio Perdido is that the surrounding environment is, for the most part, untouched. From forests and canyons to natural hot springs, travelers will enjoy a …

Find peace and comfort at Costa Rica’s Peace Lodge Vara Blanca, located on the grounds of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens and just 20 minutes from Poás Volcano National Park. It’s no surprise the Peace Lodge was featured on the Travel Channel's "Honeymoon Hotspots International" program as one of the …

With just 27 rooms, the Tortuga Lodge & Gardens sits on a gorgeous canal located in Costa Rica. This lodge is the ideal place for those looking to reconnect with nature. From guided wildlife boating trips and fishing to cultural excursions, there’s a world of adventure to discover in the …

This 1400 acre Caribbean Island is some kind of Olympus of celebrity. A haunt of the famous and privileged… wait a sec, you will have to give me a minute to transcend my jealousy here… thanks. Just imagine the most beautiful deserted tropical beach, and you get to stay in …