The hotel is in Tárcoles, in the province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica, next to Carara National Park, on the central Pacific coast. It is surrounded by 150 hectares (about 370 acres) of private nature reserve, just over an hour's drive from San José.
It is a boutique, hacienda-style hotel set in the rainforest, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, the group of independent, individually distinctive properties within Marriott Bonvoy.
The hotel has 87 rooms, including suites.
The offering includes Deluxe King, Deluxe King (accessible), Deluxe Double, Deluxe Double (accessible), River Bliss (river view), Junior Suite, and the Honeymoon Suite.
Check-in is from 3:00 p.m., and check-out is at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
Yes, both can be requested directly with the hotel and are subject to availability; we recommend arranging them in advance.
Yes, the minimum age to check in as the registered guest is 18 years old.
Yes, the hotel has a Kids Club, a children's pool, and activities designed for families.
No, the hotel does not allow pets, only service animals.
The hotel offers two restaurants, Casa del Río (authentic Costa Rican cuisine) and Bambú Grill (grilled specialties), as well as the bars La Cantina and La Chicha. Restaurant availability may vary depending on the time of year.
Yes, the hotel offers 24-hour room service.
The hotel has a main pool, a children's pool, and a teen pool.
Yes, in addition to the main pool, the hotel has a children's pool designed for families.
Yes, the hacienda sits on the banks of a river next to Carara National Park, and guests can visit nearby hanging bridges, a waterfall, and hiking trails.
Activities include birdwatching (including scarlet macaws) and spotting capuchin monkeys, hiking within the reserve, tours to Carara National Park, and culinary workshops.
Yes, the hotel has Sukia Wellness/Spa, offering massages and treatments in a rainforest setting.
Yes, the hotel has a fitness center that is free for guests to use.
Yes, within the 150-hectare nature reserve there are trails for observing local flora and fauna.
Yes, the property has preserved a small chapel and a central plaza with elements of the area's local history.
The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José, located approximately 65-70 km away (around 1.5 hours by car).
The hotel does not offer its own airport transfer service; we recommend arranging private transportation or a rental car to reach the property. You can also email our Concierge team to help coordinate the details.
Yes, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi in the rooms and common areas.
Yes, the hotel offers free on-site parking.
Yes, as part of Autograph Collection, the hotel participates in the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program.
Yes, the hotel offers four event spaces: Garden Plaza, Galería, Gazebo Garden, and Cabildo, both indoor and outdoor.
The largest space, Garden Plaza, accommodates up to 210 guests.
Yes, spaces such as the Galería and Cabildo are used for corporate meetings, company retreats, and yoga retreats.
The cancellation policy varies depending on the rate and season of the reservation. We recommend reviewing the specific terms at the time of booking, or checking directly with the hotel or the booking channel used.
Yes, the hotel operates as a boutique eco-friendly property within a 150-hectare private nature reserve and takes part in local conservation efforts alongside Carara National Park.
You can book through the official website, santaluciahotel.cr, through Marriott's website, or by contacting the hotel directly at +506-4080-8900.
The hotel offers four spaces of different sizes: from intimate gatherings of up to 60 people in the Cabildo, to large-scale events of up to 210 people in the Garden Plaza.
For outdoor events, the hotel offers the Garden Plaza (up to 210 guests) and the Gazebo Garden (up to 72 guests), both surrounded by gardens, mountains, and the river.
As indoor spaces, the hotel has the Galería (up to 180 people) and the Cabildo (up to 60 people).
The hotel also hosts corporate retreats, yoga retreats, and family celebrations.
Yes, the hotel has a dedicated team for wedding and event coordination that can personalize each celebration.
Yes, the hotel offers the Honeymoon/Presidential Suite, an intimate space designed especially for couples.
Yes, the events team can coordinate personalized celebrations — birthdays, anniversaries, or other special occasions — in any of the hotel's spaces.
You can request information through the form available at santaluciahotel.cr/meetings-and-weddings or by contacting the hotel directly at +506-4080-8900.