Hotels in Costa Rica

Investing on hotels in Costa Rica is a decision you will never regret. Options available will take you to different areas and landscaping depending on which  characteristics and  price ranges  you are searching for hotel properties .

Be our guest and review these selections we have from our hotel listings, you´d be surprised how some properties may become suitable for your business plan.

Along with residential and commercial developments growth  in Costa Rica  we have seen an increasing number of prestigious hotel companies like Four Seasons, Wyndham Worldwide, Rosewood Hotels and Resorts that has established operations at the most visited areas in our country.

So please take your time to explore our site and find out the option that best fit your investment possibilities.

Costa Rica FAQ

Costa Rica is known as the Switzerland of Central America because of its stability and neutrality. Besides incredible beauty, friendly locals, a great location, and endless activities, it also has the most stable government and the best infrastructure of any Latin American or Caribbean country. Education has been a priority for the country of 4 million, and because of it, they boast the highest literacy rate in the western hemisphere. The healthcare system is very modern, especially in San Jose, and the cost of living is extremely low compared to the U.S. and Europe.

Is Costa Rica’s government stable?

Yes. They are the strongest ally for the United States in Central America. They are a democracy and have a very stable government. Costa Rica is the only country in the western hemisphere without an army; it abolished its army in 1949 and allocated the defense budget to education and healthcare. Are there any restrictions for Foreigners owning land in Costa Rica, like in Mexico?There are no restrictions for foreign ownership of land in Costa Rica. Foreigner ownership rights are the same as Costa Rica nationals and are protected by the constitution. There are regulations which apply to everyone if buying beach front property within 200 meters of the high tide mark.

Is Costa Rica a safe place ? 

Costa Rica has a very low crime rate. Most of the crime is typically petty theft; the violent crime rate is one of the lowest in the Western Hemisphere. Costa Rica is a very safe place and the locals are warm and friendly. In addition, with the escalation of world wide terrorism in the US, Europe and Asia, Costa Rica has been recognized as a paradise removed from any threat. 

Who is buying property ?

Most of the foreigners that are buying real estate in Costa Rica come from the U.S. and Canada. European ownership has increased dramatically, as the mild climate, beauty and location are very attractive. Where exactly is Costa Rica?Costa Rica is situated on the Central American isthmus, flanked by the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, with a distance of approximately 248 kilometers (155 miles) between coasts. With a total area of 51,200 square kilometers (20,480 square miles), Costa Rica is no larger than the state of West Virginia, yet it contains 6% of the world’s biodiversity.

How is the economy?

The structures of the Costa Rican economy have changed dramatically within just a few decades: Costa Rica has transformed itself from an agrarian to a service and industrialized state. While agriculture accounted for 23.5% of GDP in 1965, it made up only 7.8% in 2001. In contrast, services and industry make up 65% and 20% respectively. Agriculture remains of great significance for the labor market, with a share of 20%.The Costa Rican economy grew at a healthy 5.6% in 2003, with growth estimates exceeding 4% for 2004. Compared with its Central American neighbors, Costa Rica has achieved a high standard of living and an unemployment rate of 6.3%.

Costa Rica’s industry mainly processes agricultural products. The production of other consumer goods is still just taking off. However, there are many business incentives to bridge these gaps. Many real estate investors fall in love with tourist projects, especially those related to ecotourism. Many hotels are being built, bought and managed by foreigners. Tourism has developed into a very important source of foreign currency. The national economy is made up of services (58%), industry (26%), and agriculture (16%). Costa Rica has managed to create one of the most attractive investment environments in Latin America for the development of industries. Costa Rica’s unique characteristics-its strategic location, political stability, business incentives (including free trade zones), supply of high quality human capital-and its proactive promotion of these assets-have all contributed to an increase of investments by high-tech companies in the fields of power technologies, systems integration technologies and call centers.