Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica

Nice but too expensive!

We escaped the cold at home to enjoy 5 nights in February, when it was dry and in the 90s every afternoon. This unique property is spectacularly perched on an isthmus between the ocean and the bay. You have two beaches and four pools plus a hot tub with waterfall to enjoy. We booked the entry level Teraza room and with our Amex travel were upgraded to the Brisa room (one floor higher) plus daily breakfast. Yes, even the entry level room is over 2K/night but you are paying not just for the lovely accommodation but also the cachet and quality of being at this magnificent resort. Some of our favorite things: morning beach walks; the amazing breakfast buffet (thank you for coaching our Spanish, Chicky!); poolside service from Ericka and Rafaela; an outstanding massage at the beautiful spa; a fantastic morning nature walk with Daniel to see monkeys, birds, and local trees; a fun and informative coffee class with JR; the Tour of the Giants visit to the breathtaking Arnold Palmer-designed golf course with Jonathan; kayaking for two in the bay; the well-appointed and well-air conditioned fitness center; superb dinners at Pesce (upscale) and Anejo (sushi), where Jess took excellent care of us. We also appreciated being able to book activities and make requests for room cleaning and turndown on the Four Seasons app. The housekeeping service was outstanding. This was not our first time in CR but our first to this property; I am confident it won’t be the last!

The overall experience was pristine. The hotel’s location is the best of all the hotels on the peninsula, at the end, where the peninsula is narrower and as a result there are two gorgeous beaches, one on the ocean side and one on the bay side. The golf course is very well maintained and has gorgeous views. The food at all the restaurants is really good. We went fishing one day, caught a tuna, and the chefs of 2 restaurants really did an amazing job preparing the tuna three ways (sushi/sashimi, rolls and tacos). And of course the service generally is just impeccable. Everyone is so nice and attentive and professional. Of course, this comes with a hefty price tag but it’s the Four Seasons plus Costa Rica is no longer an affordable destination in part due to import taxes. But well worth it in my view.

This was our second stay at the Four Seasons Costa Rica, and somehow, it was even more magical than the first. From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed — like we were returning home. The staff went above and beyond in every way, and we were thrilled to be upgraded to a beautiful plunge pool suite that made our stay unforgettable. What makes this place truly exceptional is the people. Camilo greeted us with a smile every day and helped us settle in like family. At Bahia, we were spoiled by Leidy, Chicky, Sharon, Ignacio, and Alyssa — the food and hospitality were amazing, and Ignacio remembered my request for tortillas each morning. Transportation was seamless thanks to Louis and Markel, and Marvin and Nacho were incredibly attentive around the pool and beach. Davis and Adriana made sure we were completely relaxed, while Silvia on chat was always quick to help with any request. Dining at Pesce was a treat thanks to Armando, Will, and Demetri, who went out of their way to make us feel special. Charlie’s rum class was a highlight — he even gave our two-year-old chocolates to keep her entertained! Sonia, the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, always greeted us warmly and checked in often — even on our last day. I also want to thank the amazing security team, who helped me retrieve a drawer full of clothes I’d forgotten — I had an email with a photo by morning and my items were already en route via DHL! Daniel from housekeeping left such a thoughtful impression with the way he arranged bath mats around the plunge pool. The Kids Club team, especially Kendy, were so loving and attentive with our children — we’re incredibly grateful. Special thanks to Mikaela at the front desk for checking in with us often, and to Mr. Pierre, the Resort Manager, who took the time to personally welcome our family. It’s that kind of genuine connection that keeps us coming back. Thank you all for such a beautiful experience. We’re already counting the days until our next visit. Pura Vida, Saira

This is a lovely property and we were there during Festive week in December of 2024. Having stayed at many luxury properties around the world along with many other Four Seasons, our service at this property was below what we have received at other Four Seasons properties. While sitting at the pools or the beach, it usually took at least 10 minutes before anyone acknowledged you. Overall, the property seemed understaffed for the week- which may have led to the average service. The food options were also lackluster with the exception of the steak house at the Golf Course, which was WOW! The property itself was beautiful, and the rooms were very nice. The golf course was stunning.

This was our second stay in this great resort. Since our last visit in 2019 the rooms were softly but nicely renovated. The food quality has slightly improved but still has potential for improvement especially compared to other upscale resorts we have visited during our Costa Rica vacation. This time our family of six stayed for eight nights and loved it. The resort is in a privileged location between two beautiful beaches which we loved. The staff are extremely friendly and service oriented We had an amazing experience from start to finish, Gabriel from Nomad Tours CR helped us organize everything including our airport transfers, and even transportation from Nayara to the Four Seasons, which made everything super easy and stress-free. We booked the Rainforest excursion with the option to go ziplining and hike to La Leona Waterfall — and wow, the waterfall was absolutely the highlight of our trip! The guides were fantastic, friendly knowledgeable, and fun. We highly recommend Nomad for anyone looking for reliable, personalized tours in Costa Rica. Five stars!