Kura Boutique Hotel, Uvita, Costa Rica

High in the hills above Uvita, Kura floats between jungle and sky: eight sculptural suites peering over the sapphire sweep of the Pacific and the famous “whale tail” sandbar below. Hummingbirds flicker at heliconia, warm air smells faintly of lime and salt, and the horizon seems close enough to touch. This is tropical Costa Rica distilled—intimate, design-forward, and completely wrapped in green.

What Makes It Special

• Boutique scale (8 suites): ultra-personal service and a peaceful, adults-oriented vibe.
• Showpiece infinity pool on a jungle ridge, with cinematic sunsets over Marino Ballena.
• Locavore cuisine & craft cocktails—tropical fruit, line-caught fish, and herbs snipped minutes before plating.
• Open-air wellness—rainforest-view massages, stargazing soaks, breezy terraces.
• Wildlife moments—scarlet macaws overhead, toucans at dawn, and whales breaching offshore in season.

A Day at Kura

Morning

Wake to the jungle’s soft percussion—leaf rustle, birdsong, and distant surf. A tray arrives with Costa Rican coffee that smells like warm cocoa and rain; breakfast might be just-ripe mango, palm heart, and eggs with cilantro. Slip into the infinity pool as low clouds lift off the canopy.

Afternoon

Head down to Uvita for a barefoot walk along the sandbar or snorkel above reef gardens; return for ceviche bright with lime and chilies. Doze in a hammock shaded by banana leaves, then surrender to a rainforest massage with coconut oil and cooling mint.

Evening

Sundown turns the sky guava-pink. Sip a passionfruit mezcal at the water’s edge while frigatebirds drift like kites. Dinner brings grilled catch with plantain purée and a drizzle of cacao nib mole.

Night

From your terrace, the jungle sings: tree frogs, cicadas, and a breeze threading the palms. Stars scatter like salt across a velvet sky.

Insider Tips for Kura Boutique Hotel

• Ask the hotel to organize your pickup from Quepos or Uvita—they know the route best.
• Bring an eye mask—curtains are sheer, and sunrise is at 5:30 a.m. will light up your villa early.
• Mosquito repellent is a must, especially at dusk.
• Whale watching (July–Nov) and snorkeling tours can be arranged via the hotel.
• Yoga, birdwatching, and hiking are offered on request.
• Saltwater infinity pool—no harsh chemicals.
• No single-use plastics—bamboo straws, glass bottles, and cotton towels.
• Spa treatments use natural ingredients and can be done in-room or poolside.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Eight-suites-only serenity—privacy and hush you can actually hear.
• Ridge-top infinity pool with uninterrupted Pacific and “whale tail” views.
• Taste of place—fruit still sun-warm, fish caught that morning, herbs from steps away.
• Wildlife cameos at eye level—toucans, macaws, and seasonal whale watching below.
• Open-air living—breezes, starlight, and spa rituals that smell of coconut and citrus.

For Whom

For couples: private terraces, candlelit dinners by the pool, and sky-drenched baths.
For friends/duos: adventure by day (beaches, waterfalls, zip lines), cocktails by a glowing horizon at night.
For workations/retreats: quiet, strong Wi-Fi in suites, and nature’s white noise for deep focus.

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Uvita, South Pacific Coast (Costa Ballena), Costa Rica—~1 hr from Quepos (XQP) or ~3.5 hrs by road from San José (SJO)
Rooms: 8 design suites with panoramic terraces (some with plunge pools)
Rates: From USD 607 (worth it for the boutique intimacy and ridge-top views)
Best for: Couples, design lovers, wellness seekers, soft-adventure travelers
Style: Boutique tropical—sleek lines, natural woods, glass, and jungle all around