ALTA LAS PALOMAS

Through tropical rainforests and cascading waterfalls- across active volcanoes and mountainous terrain- the Hotel Alta Las Palomas comes into view. This boutique hotel high up in Costa Rica may masquerade as a quintessential European village- but it is a product of its tropical surroundings. From the outdoor pool to the Guanacaste tree terrace- views stretch as far as the eye can see. And the inside celebrates the great outdoors as well. Think neutral tones- handcrafted furnishings and Italian leather chairs- as well as sandy shades that reflect the Costa Rican landscapes. Those with a keen eye will also notice the black-and-white photographs hanging on the wall - keepsakes from Costa Rica in the 1920s. Back in the present day- rise and shine with breakfast on the balcony- with the mountains as your backdrop. Or experience an authentic Costa Rican breakfast at La Luz restaurant and bar- with rice and beans served with avocado- sweet plantain and Turrialba cheese. After that- the natural world is your oyster. Explore the vibrant coast on foot- with a visit to the Santa Ana Eolicas project- or walk along the largest active crater in the world - the Poas volcano. Hotel Alta Las Palomas is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.