Esh Hotel: Lean Luxury in Costa Rica

Less is more

Nosara, on Costa Rica’s west coast, is regarded by connoisseurs as one of the last true surfer paradises. Since the start of the year, this district—home to just under 5,000 residents—has at long last acquired a stylish boutique retreat. Its name: Esh Hotel. Its location: a secluded cove on Playa Guiones. Key facts: 22 rooms and suites, complimentary surf lessons for all ability levels, morning yoga classes with ocean views, and a spa specializing in traditional treatments crafted from local medicinal plants. This aligns seamlessly with the “Pura Vida” ethos, which eschews a pool and scheduled entertainment in favor of “Lean Luxury.” The restaurant serves exclusively products from local producers—freshly caught fish, vegetables from the garden, and fruit from nearby farmers. And after dinner, you can simply sit outside on the beach, listen to the sound of the Pacific Ocean, and watch baby turtles hatch. Sometimes that’s all it takes to be happy.



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