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Hacienda AltaGracia is one of Costa Rica's most distinctive luxury resorts because it is not built around the beach. It sits in the mountains of Perez Zeledon, in the southern region of the country, above the San Isidro Valley and near the foothills of the Talamanca range. That position gives the resort a very different Costa Rica rhythm. Mornings can begin with mist, birdsong, coffee, and cool mountain air. Days can move between wellness, riding, hiking, food, and cultural experiences rather than only sand and surf.
The resort is part of Auberge Collection and spans 180 acres of tropical forest, coffee farm, equine stables, organic gardens, trails, and open mountain land. It has only 50 casitas, which keeps the scale controlled. This is not a beach club with villas attached. It is a destination resort for guests who want space, wellness, nature, food, and carefully planned experiences in one place.
The location also shapes the way guests arrive. Hacienda AltaGracia is remote enough to feel like a retreat, but it is designed to make access easier through curated transfers and air connections. The resort works best when guests settle in for several nights and allow the property to become the trip, rather than treating it as a quick stop between other Costa Rica regions.
The mountain setting also changes the climate and the pace. Days can feel active without becoming rushed. Evenings are often softer than at the coast. Guests who arrive expecting only rainforest drama may be surprised by how calm the resort feels. That calm is useful. It gives wellness, food, horses, and nature enough room to matter.
Accommodation is in hacienda-style casitas and larger casas. The entry-level experience already feels generous, with indoor-outdoor living, terraces, views, and a sense of privacy. Many guests come here because they want space to breathe. The rooms support that. They do not feel like standard hotel boxes, and they are not designed for guests who plan to spend all day away from the property. Higher categories add more room, stronger views, and in some cases private plunge pools. These are worth considering for couples, families, or guests planning a wellness-led stay. A private pool changes the rhythm of the day. It allows a quiet swim after treatment, a slow afternoon after an excursion, or a private evening without leaving the casita. The design is warm and grounded. Natural materials, large bathrooms, terraces, daybeds, and mountain views are the main pleasures. The best casitas feel connected to the landscape rather than insulated from it. That is important at AltaGracia. The point is not to escape Costa Rica inside a sealed luxury suite. The point is to live more closely with the land, but with comfort, service, and privacy.
Casa de Agua is the heart of the wellness experience. It is a major wellbeing centre with hydrotherapy, treatment rooms, movement spaces, and programmes shaped around restoration. The resort has been known for its connection with The Well, and the current wellness offer remains one of the main reasons to book. Guests can come for treatments, movement classes, recovery, or a more intentional wellness journey built across several days. The official stay structure is also important. Meals and non-alcoholic beverages are included, along with restorative movement classes, resort amenities, and a daily calendar of programming. This gives the hotel a more relaxed feel. Guests do not need to calculate every breakfast, juice, class, or small daily choice. The focus can stay on how the day should feel. Wellness here is not only spa time. It can mean a slow breakfast, a breathwork class, a guided walk, a swim, time in the garden, or a ride through the property. The resort understands that some guests want deep treatments and others simply need permission to move slowly. That range is one of its strengths.
Food is closely tied to the property. Hacienda AltaGracia has an organic chef's garden, a coffee farm, and dining shaped by the surrounding region. The culinary programme is not just about polished resort meals. It is about the land, the local pantry, and the rhythm of a working hacienda. Guests can experience meals that feel connected to Costa Rica without becoming rustic or casual in the wrong way. The coffee farm is especially important. Coffee is part of the region's identity, and the resort uses it as more than a breakfast detail. For travelers who care about origin, agriculture, and local context, this gives the stay a stronger sense of place. It also helps separate AltaGracia from luxury resorts that could be anywhere tropical. The stables add another defining layer. Riding, equine experiences, and ranch-style activities connect guests with the property's original hacienda character. Not every guest will ride, but the presence of the stables changes the atmosphere. It keeps the resort grounded in mountain land, horses, gardens, and outdoor life rather than only spa treatment rooms and dining terraces.
Hacienda AltaGracia is best for travelers who want a luxury Costa Rica resort focused on wellness, nature, adventure, food, and privacy rather than beach access. It is especially good for couples, families, wellness travelers, active guests, and anyone who wants Costa Rica to feel immersive without giving up high-level service. It is not the right choice for guests who want nightlife, surf culture, or a beachfront resort. The experience is quieter and more intentional. The days are shaped by mountains, treatments, horses, gardens, food, and custom activities. Guests should choose it because they want to be in Perez Zeledon, not because they are looking for a substitute for the coast. Book Hacienda AltaGracia if you want an Auberge resort in Costa Rica with 50 spacious casitas, Casa de Agua, a coffee farm, equine stables, organic gardens, included meals, wellness programming, and curated adventure. It is one of the country's strongest choices for travelers who want deep comfort, real landscape, and a stay that feels both restorative and alive.
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This resort has 180 acres of nature, including rainforests and waterfalls. It can be reached by car or charter flight from San Jose.
Explore the area with the hotel´s activities. While hiking, biking, or horseback riding, the team makes every tour an experience.
This resort is great for families! It offers child-friendly activities and has an all-inclusive concept.
Calle San Ignacio, Costa Rica
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Yes. Hacienda AltaGracia is a strong choice for travelers who want a remote, wellness-led luxury stay in southern Costa Rica. The resort combines 50 casitas, mountain views, inclusive dining, daily activities, THE WELL, coffee culture, riding, and a personal Compa.
Hacienda AltaGracia is in Santa Teresa de Cajon de Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica. The setting sits in the foothills of the Talamanca Mountains, surrounded by coffee farms, rainforest, gardens, trails, and rural landscapes.
Hacienda AltaGracia has 50 casitas across its private estate. The limited number of accommodations helps the resort feel peaceful, spacious, and deeply connected to the surrounding nature.
Casitas are large, warm, and designed for indoor and outdoor living. They include terraces, lounge areas, local craft details, mountain or garden views, and some layouts with private plunge pools.
Yes. Hacienda AltaGracia has two-bedroom casitas for families, friends, and guests who want more space. These accommodations include generous living areas, expansive terraces, en-suite bathrooms, and some private pool options.
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