Removed from town, this romantic hotel sits astride a blissfully tranquil black-sand beach. Jungle-chic decor (white linens, mosquito nets, bromeliads in the showers) is complemented by fine ocean vistas from upstairs terraces. Of the 22 rooms, the best is the corner Howler Suite, with multidirectional views. There's also a restaurant-bar, and bike and boogie-board rentals. No children under 16.
Banana Azul
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca