Hotels with rooftop pools in Costa Rica

Hey! What's better than having a swim and enjoying the city views at the same time? To make it easier to find a hotel with a rooftop pool in Costa Rica, I've put together this list. I hope you will like it!

Please note that most rooftop pools are not open to the public, so if you're not a staying guest but want to visit the pool, check with the hotel first.

• 1 Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose San José, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Set in San José, 45 km from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The units come with a fridge, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms come with a safety deposit box and selected rooms here will provide you with pool views. All guest rooms feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, continental and American options. The hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a hot tub and children's playground. There is an on-site snack bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica is 12 km from Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose, while Parque Viva is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 9 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $115.

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• 2 Hotel La Mariposa Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Hotel La Mariposa is located 2 km from Manuel Antonio Beach. It features panoramic views of the ocean and the Manuel Antonio National Park, Spanish-Mediterranean design and a terrace with swimming pool. The rooms offer modern décor, air conditioning, a desk, fridge, telephone and flat-screen cable TV. The terraces feature ocean views and the bathrooms offer shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Le Papillon restaurant serves French cuisine; the Sunset Bar & Lounge has international drinks and there is also a pizza place and a pool bar for guests to enjoy. Room service is available. Activities like canopy tours, fishing, rafting and horseback riding can be arranged at Hotel La Mariposa. This property is 10 minutes’ drive from Quepos Village and 5 minutes’ drive from Manuel Antonio Beach. Juan Santamaria International Airport is 2 hours’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $275.

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• 3 Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. This property is a beachfront hotel that has an outdoor rooftop pool, spa facilities, and massage services. It also features meeting rooms, plazas, and on-site shops. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in all guest rooms and suites and private parking. While staying in Las Catalinas, you can access over 40 km of hiking and biking trails embedded in 1,000 acres of tropical dry forest and spectacular hills and valleys. Santarena rooms & suites offer plenty of space and unique fresh décor. All are air-conditioned and have minibars, SMART TVs, a safety deposit box, and large windows for plenty of natural daylight. They are decorated with wooden furniture and light-colored premium bedding. The on-site restaurant serves local dishes and international-style cuisine. Ponciana bar offers refreshing cocktails. Fresh croissants and more can be enjoyed at The Bakery. In addition to the hotel’s restaurants, there are over 8 different dining options available in town. Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas can help guests make arrangements to take tours like canopy, sports fishing, or horseback riding. Stand-up paddle-boarding, kayaking, boogie-boarding, and snorkeling are among the suggested activities. Playa Danta is less than 100 m from the hotel. Easy drives can be taken nearby, Playa Flamingo is 10 km from the hotel, Playa Conchal is 12 km away, Playa Tamarindo is 30 km from the property and guests can be at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport after a 1-hour scenic drive. Notice of nearby construction at Las Catalinas Las Catalinas is a growing town, and as a result, there is ongoing construction on the edge of town as new buildings, shops, and homes come to life. Build teams take great care to minimize any possible disturbances to guests and homeowners due to this construction, but we cannot guarantee that no activity will be visible or audible due to the variable nature of the construction schedule. Our construction hours and regulations are as follows: 6:00 am - 7:30 am Small-scale construction may begin 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Normal construction with power tools 6:00 pm Construction stops Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $275.

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• 4 Hotel Villabosque Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Situated on the edge of Manuel Antonio National Park , Hotel Villabosque has an outdoor pool and rainforest views. Each air-conditioned room offers free Wi-Fi. Hotel Villabosque is a charming, traditional-style building with a central courtyard and terraces. Its functional rooms feature flat-screen cable TV, a safe and a private bathroom. The Villabosque’s bar-restaurant serves international cuisine. Other dining options can be found within a 2-minute walk. Hotel Villabosque is only 200 metres from Manuel Antonio Beach. Quepos town is a 10-minute drive away, while Juan Santamaria Airport is around 2.5 hours’ drive away. Renovation work is done from (08:00) to (17:00) daily until the 5th of November. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $180.

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• 5 Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. Escape to a tropical paradise where golden sands invite you to linger under shady palms and the warm, blue Pacific Ocean beckons you to dive in and explore. Where a relaxing and casual beach vibe and authentic hospitality truly inspire the spirit of Pura Vida - the pure life. Relax in beautiful rooms and suites overlooking beautiful gardens, oversized pool and the Pacific Ocean. Indulge your senses at OnZen Spa, lounge on the pristine beach or enjoy paddleboarding on Pacific waves. Relax by the sparkling outdoor pool and sip a cocktail at the swim-up pool bar. Take in a spectacular sunset over the ocean while enjoying international cuisine infused with Costa Rican flavors at the restaurant. Enjoy whitewater rafting, zip-lining adventures, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and volcano tours. At the Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo , the possibilities for romance and adventure are endless. Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $289.

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• 6 Hotel Le Priss Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel Le Priss is located in Quepos. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with satellite TV and air conditioning. They also have a dining table. Private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. You can enjoy city view from the room. Extras include a desk, bed linen and cleaning products. At Hotel Le Priss you will find a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkelling. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from Manuel Antonio National Park and Juan Santamaría International Airport can be reached in 2 hours and 30 minutes by car. Show full description Guest review score 6.8, rooms from around $89.

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• 7 Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by spectacular rainforest and wildlife, Gaia Hotel and Reserve is located near Manuel Antonio Beach, 7 minutes' drive from the coast in Costa Rica and offers chic accommodation. The luxury hotel features a luxury spa, gym, pool and one day tours. The air-conditioned rooms are beautifully decorated in neutral tones, with wood and wicker furnishings. They enjoy views over the tropical rainforest and come with a flat-screen TV. The adults-only area of the hotel offers 18 suites with exclusive access to a 3-level infinity pool. Gaia Hotel and Reserve offers a spa area with a steam bath, sauna and beauty salon. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the on-site restaurant or 24-hour room service. This resort is set within the Gaia Nature Reserve in Manuel Antonio, and the property provides transportation to beach area and the national park from 07:30 until 16:30. Quepos Managua Airport is approximately 3 km away. Guests at this property have access to a rooftop swimming pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $268.

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• 8 Hotel Colores del Arenal Fortuna, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Offering an cover pool, Hotel Colores del Arenal is located in Fortuna. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a cable TV, air conditioning and a patio. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a bath or shower and free toiletries. You can enjoy a lake view and garden view from the room. The property offers free parking. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 71 km away. Guests at this property have access to a rooftop swimming pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $57.

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• 9 Ávita Lodge Quesada, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Ávita Lodge is located in La Abundancia, Ciudad Quesada. Surrounded by peace atmosphere, nature and a great variety of animals and instects. There's a bar-restaurant open only on weekends. This accommodation offers free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, an indoor pool, cabins, standard rooms and family rooms. Guests at Ávita Lodge can enjoy the sauna, hot tub and walks through the trails in the middle of the forest. Among the various facilities we have meeting rooms as well as a terrace for events. Cabin-style rooms include a kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator and stove. A continental breakfast is served daily at the hotel. Fortuna is 26 km from the accommodation, while Monteverde Costa Rica is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 46 km from Ávita Lodge. This property offers a shuttle service from the airport with private transport for an extra charge. Guests at this property have access to a rooftop swimming pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $50.

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• 10 San Rafael Ecolodge San Gerardo, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. These comfortable villas feature a common use outdoor pool, free parking and Wi-Fi access, plus they include the continental breakfast for its guests. Furnished terraces in the gardens are also available. Each villa at Villas San Rafael has a cable TV, seating and dining areas, plus a private bathroom that offers a shower. A variety of restaurants and bars can be found within a 30-minute drive. Arenal Volcano site is 20 minutes’ drive away, as well as the Arenal Lake. Guest can also enjoy a canopy tour or the thermal waters, also 20 minutes’ drive away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 2 hours’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $90.

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• 11 AC Hotel by Marriott Heredia Belen San José, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. AC Hotel by Marriott Heredia Belen features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and restaurant in San José. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet or an American breakfast. Poas National Park is 36 km from AC Hotel by Marriott Heredia Belen, while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 7 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $139.

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• 12 Villa Bell-Lloc Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica

  

  Villa. Boasting accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, Villa Bell-Lloc is situated in Santa Teresa Beach. It has an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace, city views and free WiFi throughout the property. The air-conditioned villa consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 4 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. Free private parking is available at the villa. A car rental service is available at Villa Bell-Lloc. Santa Teresa Beach is 600 metres from the accommodation, while Carmen Beach is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tambor, 26 km from Villa Bell-Lloc, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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• 13 Palo Rosa Quepos, Costa Rica

  

  Apartment. Located 2.1 km from Biesanz, Palo Rosa offers an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. All units feature a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Espadilla Beach is 2.1 km from the apartment, while La Macha Beach is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is La Managua Airport, 8 km from Palo Rosa. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $243.

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• 14 Villa JOEYSHE- New Luxury Villa with Pool & AC Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

  

  Villa. Villa JOEYSHE- New Luxury Villa with Pool & AC, a property with an outdoor swimming pool, is located in Puerto Viejo, 1.5 km from Cocles Beach, 2.8 km from Chiquita Beach, as well as 2. 2 km from Jaguar Rescue Center. This villa features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. Opening onto a terrace, this air-conditioned villa comes with 2 separate bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. Cocles is 1.5 km from the villa, while Punta Uva is 6.4 km away. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 45 km from Villa JOEYSHE- New Luxury Villa with Pool & AC. Show full description Guest review score 9.2

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• 15 Apartamento The Garden Liberia, Costa Rica

  

  Apartment. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a garden, Apartamento The Garden features accommodation in Liberia with free WiFi and garden views. This property offers a private pool and free private parking. This apartment has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. Parque Nacional Santa Rosa is 45 km from the apartment, while Edgardo Baltodano Stadium is 8.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 5 km from Apartamento The Garden. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 16 Residencias Arenal Fortuna, Costa Rica

  

  Villa. Located 3.2 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Residencias Arenal offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The villa provides guests with a terrace, lake views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. There is also a microwave, toaster and a coffee machine. A car rental service is available at Residencias Arenal. Kalambu Hot Springs is 6.6 km from the accommodation, while Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Fortuna, 11 km from Residencias Arenal, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $79.

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• 17 Harmony Vacation Home-La Fortuna-Volcan Arenal San Ramón, Costa Rica

  

  Villa. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Harmony Vacation Home-La Fortuna-Volcan Arenal offers accommodation in San Ramón with free WiFi and garden views. It is set 16 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and features a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned villa consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the villa. A children's playground is available for guests to use at the villa. Kalambu Hot Springs is 18 km from Harmony Vacation Home-La Fortuna-Volcan Arenal, while Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Fortuna, 11 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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• 18 Beach-House with a pool Playa Guacalillo, Costa Rica

  

  Holiday home. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a shared lounge, Beach-House with a pool offers accommodation in Playa Guacalillo with free WiFi and garden views. Set 40 km from Parque Marino del Pacifico, the property features a terrace and free private parking. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. A range of water sports facilities is available on site and fishing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Bijagual Waterfall is 30 km from Beach-House with a pool, while Pura Vida Gardens And Waterfall is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 62 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $135.

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• 19 El mejor apartamento en excelente ubicación. San José, Costa Rica

  

  Apartment. Boasting city views, El mejor apartamento en excelente ubicación. Features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a garden, around 5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Situated 6. 4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the property offers a shared lounge and free private parking. This apartment has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English, Spanish and French. A sun terrace is available for guests at the apartment to use. Parque Diversiones is 9.4 km from El mejor apartamento en excelente ubicación., while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 9 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $48.

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• 20 Cosmopolitan APT 1407, 5 Star Facilities, 15m SJO Airport, Parking, Pool, Gym San José, Costa Rica

  

  Apartment. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a garden, Cosmopolitan APT 1407, 5 Star Facilities, 15m SJO Airport, Parking, Pool, Gym offers accommodation in San José with free WiFi and city views. Set 47 km from Poas National Park, the property provides a terrace and free private parking. The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Spanish. The apartment offers a sauna. Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica is less than 1 km from Cosmopolitan APT 1407, 5 Star Facilities, 15m SJO Airport, Parking, Pool, Gym, while La Sabana Metropolitan Park is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $125.

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• 21 Villa a Playa Ocotal Coco, Costa Rica

  

  Villa. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Villa a Playa Ocotal features accommodation in Coco with free WiFi and garden views. This villa provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned villa consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the villa. Guests at the villa can enjoy a continental or an Italian breakfast. At Villa a Playa Ocotal guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Ocotal Beach is 1.1 km from Villa a Playa Ocotal, while Coco Beach is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 23 km from the villa. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $416.

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• 22 Peace Lodge Vara Blanca, Costa Rica

  

  Lodge. Offering an indoor pool and a restaurant, Peace Lodge is located a 1-hour drive from San Jose in Vara Blanca. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge. The accommodation will provide you with a TV and a balcony. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a spa bath, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. You can enjoy mountain view and garden view from the room. Extras include a minibar, a DVD player and cable channels. At Peace Lodge you will find a garden and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a games room, a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing and hiking. The property offers free parking. This lodge is 31 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport. Guests at this property have access to a rooftop swimming pool. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $826.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in May 2024. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!