Located along beautiful Playa Esterillos Este, in Costa Rica's breathtaking Central Pacific region, Alma del Pacifico Hotel is the ultimate seaside escape. The sun-splashed beach, glistening ocean waves and steep verdant cliffs create an awe-inspiring landscape. Lovely walking paths lead through colorful ornamental, herb and vegetable gardens. And the incredible wildlife (including multitudes of endangered scarlet macaws, butterflies, iguanas and lizards) brings Costa Rica's natural wonders right to your doorstep. In addition to its unmatched location and spectacular natural environment, Alma del Pacifico Hotel features an array of wonderful on-site amenities. The open-air, thatched-palm restaurant and bar has sweeping views of the beach and gardens from every table. Featuring gourmet international and Costa Rican dishes, it emphasizes fresh seafood and produce, with many fruits, vegetables and herbs grown in the hotel's own gardens. The hotel's lovely seaside spa offers an extensive menu of therapies that incorporate organic local ingredients, and treatments rooms that open onto private tropical gardens. Airports / Transports - specify names and distances if available (Character limit: 250) Costa Rica's capitol, San Jose, features a bustling international airport offering direct flights from major cities throughout the world. Alma del Pacifico Hotel is located on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast, about two-hours outside of San Jose. From San Jose, guests travel on the Central Pacific Highway to Jaco (approximately two-hours), then south, past Playa Hermosa, Playa Esterillos Oeste and Central (25-minutes), exiting at Playa Esterillos Este. The staff at Alma del Pacifico Hotel can assist with transportation arrangements to and from the resort. For more information or to arrange transportation, contact them at 866-495-7625, extension #4. Note 1: Deposit of $100 is charged at time of booking. Deposit policy is subject to change. Full and final payment is due in full, less any deposits, 21 days prior to arrival and will be automatically charged to the credit card on file at that time. Note 2 : All rates include a Continental Breakfast. additional amenities: Dry cleaning and Smoke-free hotel!