Here, every detail is crafted by hand, each antique whispers stories from around the world, creating an ambiance that stirs the senses and nourishes the soul. And the bed? Like nothing you’ve known in any other resort—deeply comfortable, inviting you to rest in a way that feels truly unparalleled.
A unique property connecting the North Atlantic Biological Corridor along Braulio Carrillo National Park, El Lugar and El Encanto rise from what was once carefully nourished agricultural land — now regenerating beautifully, with the space between preserved in its purest form for generations to come.
Centrally located just two hours from Juan Santamaría Airport or the coastal town of Limón, this hidden gem welcomes you — whether for a quick stopover or the extended destination of a lifetime.
Innovative sustainability infrastructure designed with light steel framing structures, helical pylons to avoid disrupting land and water drainage as well as thermodynamic water heating, gravity-based water distribution and natural septic systems are among the countless efforts that have been made to not only preserve but nurture the magical oasis of El Lugar. Built in communion with nature, El Lugar is an unspoiled, elevated reality that sacrifices neither luxury or sustainability.
