Update on Check Payments for U.S. Clients
Below you will find the updated information for making payments by check at the Bank of Texas:
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This option is available only for United States clients making payments by check from an U.S. bank.
Los Altos Resort
Announced the official opening of two brand-new spaces, designed to elevate guests’ stay with enhanced wellness and curated indulgences:
What You’ll Find
In addition, Los Altos will carry out a complete renovation of the Penthouse jacuzzi area. This project will remove the current jacuzzi and transform the space into a more modern, comfortable, and intimate outdoor area, aligned with the evolving expectations of guests. The renovation is expected to be completed by October 31, 2025. During this period, the jacuzzi area will not be available.
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
The hotel has announced a partial closure of certain areas to carry out renovation work, scheduled from September 1 to October 15, 2025. The work will take place specifically in the following spaces:
To minimize the impact on the guest experience, the following facilities will remain closed during this period:
Additionally, a dedicated space at Sibū Boutique Hotel will be available for spa services (in addition to in-room options). The hotel will provide complimentary transportation for guests who wish to enjoy a massage at Sibū, as well as for those who would like to dine at Sibū’s restaurant or at the restaurant of Monteverde Country Lodge.
Capitan Suizo
Will close on September 20th for in-depth maintenance throughout the property and plans to reopen on October 25th, 2025, with the inauguration of its new rooms.
The major structural work has already been completed, and the team is currently focused on final details. They anticipate the entire project—including the new beachfront units—will be finished by October 25th, 2025, in time for the reopening.
This expansion will introduce 8 new rooms and a yoga studio to Capitan Suizo, including 6 beachfront suites and 2 superior rooms.
Although new rooms are being added, the hotel assures that the overall quality of service and access to public spaces will not be compromised. Four rooms were demolished to make space for the expansion, and only eight new rooms are being added, resulting in a net increase of just four rooms.
Additionally, the new beachfront units will include private jacuzzis, and two of the rooms will be fully wheelchair accessible.
Flor Blanca Santa Teresa has announced that the property has been sold and, effective immediately, will no longer operate as a public hotel.
Villa Lapas Hotel
Ceased operations on May 30, 2025, and will reopen in January 2026 under its new name: Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda.
Olas Verdes
Due to improvement works on the facilities, the hotel will be closed from September 29 to October 10, 2025.
Annual Low Season Closure at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge
The Lodge will carry out its scheduled annual closure for the low season. The property will be closed from October 1 to November 15, 2025. This planned closure will allow for necessary improvements and provide a well-deserved break for the team.
Operational Pause for Maintenance – Aguila de Osa
In October 2025, as part of its annual maintenance, Aguila de Osa Hotel will be temporarily closed to carry out scheduled improvement works on its facilities.
Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa begins a new chapter with Pursuit. Tabacon has been acquired by Pursuit. The hotel announces that the resort’s administrative and commercial structure will remain unchanged, ensuring operational continuity and respect for its organizational culture. Pursuit has recognized in Tabacon a unique experience, aligned with its values and with its commitment to offering authentic, natural destinations deeply connected to the local culture.
D Sabana Hotel has joined Marriott International, allowing them to offer comfortable and high-quality experience, with the elevated standards and exclusive benefits of this renowned hotel chain.
The main road connecting Cobano with Santa Teresa and Mal Pais has been fully paved, significantly improving ground access to these destinations. This project includes 13 kilometers (8 mi) of asphalt laid on key routes leading to popular tourist areas such as Santa Teresa, Mal Pais, Montezuma, and Cabuya.
Thanks to this improvement, access to Nantipa Hotel is now completely paved right up to the entrance, streamlining traffic flow and enhancing the arrival experience for guests. Travel time between Cobano and Santa Teresa has also been reduced from 40 minutes to just 20, benefiting both visitors and local transport providers.
Tourism entrepreneurs welcomed the project, noting that the paving resolves long-standing issues such as dust, potholes, and difficult access during the rainy season. It has also improved the area’s overall image and supports continued tourism development.
Located at Hacienda Guachipelin, at the foot of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, Rancho de Don Elias offers an immersive Costa Rican cultural and culinary experience. This open-air ranch, surrounded by lush tropical landscapes, blends Guanacaste’s rural traditions with modern comfort.
The restaurant serves buffet-style lunches featuring a delicious selection of traditional Costa Rican dishes. Live marimba music creates a joyful and authentic atmosphere. With a capacity to host up to 216 guests, this venue is ideal for corporate incentives, wedding receptions, group dinners, sunset cocktails, and private events.
Due to the natural growth of the forest surrounding Deluxe Bungalows 10 and 11, the direct view of the Golfo Dulce from these units has been partially obscured by vegetation. While both rooms still offer views of the gulf, they are more limited compared to other units in the same category.
As a result, these two rooms have been reclassified under a new category: Forest View Bungalows. Despite the change in name, they retain the same rate as the Deluxe Bungalows, ensuring guests continue to receive excellent value for their stay. The two rooms are located side by side, making them an ideal option for families or groups who wish to stay close together while enjoying separate spaces. One unit features a King bed, while the other offers two Queen beds.
In summary, the Deluxe Bungalow category at Lapa Rios Lodge has been divided into two subcategories: Forest View Bungalow, and Deluxe Bungalow Ocean View – thanks to this new classification, it is now guaranteed that all units in this category offer ocean views.
As of August, Mawamba Lodge has officially begun operating from a new exclusive port located in Caño Sirena, Guacimo. This change provides guests with a more private and peaceful experience. Caño Sirena is located approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Guapiles. Operating schedules remain unchanged.
The boat transfer from Caño Sirena to Mawamba Lodge takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes and is carried out under established regulations aimed at protecting wildlife and water resources.
Key regulations
Access and transportation
New Flights from Canada and Monterrey
Two new routes from Canada will connect with Guanacaste Airport starting in December. WestJet will operate direct flights from Vancouver and Winnipeg to Guanacaste.
Guanacaste Airport, a member of the VINCI Airports network, together with the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT), announces the launch of these two WestJet routes from Vancouver (YVR) and Winnipeg (YWG).
The flights will be available from December 12 through April 25, 2026, operated on a Boeing 737-8 Max with a capacity of 189 passengers.
Flight schedule:
(Arrival at LIR: 9:21 a.m. / Departure from LIR: 10:30 a.m.).
(Arrival at LIR: 9:21 a.m. / Departure from LIR: 10:30 a.m.).
Currently, Guanacaste has direct flights from Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary. Starting in December, Ottawa, Winnipeg, and Vancouver will be added, positioning Guanacaste as the airport with the greatest air connectivity between Costa Rica and Canada.
Meanwhile, Mexican airline Viva announced the launch of a new international route connecting Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, with San Jose, Costa Rica, offering passengers a direct, accessible, and convenient option for travel between the two destinations.
The new route will begin on October 30, with two weekly flights:
Departing at 9:50 p.m., arriving at 1:20 a.m. (next day).
Departing at 2:20 a.m., arriving at 6:00 a.m.
This service will initially run until January 12 and will resume on March 28 to coincide with the Easter holiday season, after which operations will continue on a permanent basis.
Southwest Airlines Announces New Flight to Costa Rica from Nashville, Tennessee
U.S. carrier Southwest Airlines has confirmed the launch of a new direct connection to Costa Rica from the city of Nashville, Tennessee. This seasonal flight will operate once a week starting in March 2026, initially for four consecutive Saturdays, with the possibility of extension depending on demand and occupancy.
The departure from Nashville International Airport (Berry Field) is scheduled for 9:50 a.m., with an estimated arrival at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) at 1:05 p.m. The return flight to Nashville will take place later the same day.
SANSA Launches New International Route to Bocas del Toro and Expands Frequencies from SJO and LIO
SANSA is expanding its operations with additional frequencies and a new international route to Bocas del Toro.
Beginning in November 2025, SANSA will increase flight frequencies and launch a new international route to Bocas del Toro, Panama, with connections from San Jose (SJO) and Limon (LIO). Flights from San Jose will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, while flights from Limon will operate on Thursdays and Sundays. All routes will include their corresponding return services.
This new destination stands out for its natural beauty, crystal-clear beaches, and cultural richness, making it an ideal choice for vacation packages, weekend getaways, and personalized experiences.
With these new operations, SANSA offers passengers greater regional connectivity, time savings with direct flights, and a comfortable, safe travel experience. It also opens new opportunities for travel combinations between Costa Rica and Panama.
The Limon–Bocas del Toro route will officially begin service on November 16, 2025.
After being closed for several months due to increased volcanic activity, Poas Volcano National Park reopened to visitors on July 30, following reports from scientific authorities confirming a decrease in activity.
As part of the safety measures, informational and preventive signs have been installed in the park’s ballistic shelters. These signs, available in both Spanish and English, warn of potential risks such as falling rocks, ash, and toxic gases, and provide instructions on how to act in case of an emergency.
Tenorio Volcano National Park now features a new 626 m² facility designed to enhance the visitor experience. The modern Visitor Center, unique in its style within a conservation area, includes a reception area, ticket office, restrooms, a souvenir shop (opening soon), a first aid station, and a wastewater treatment plant.
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