Volcano Lodge in Costa Rica & Private Island in Panama

Springs is the adults-only sister resort of the Arenal Trio and a member of Relais & Châteaux. Thirty-five detached luxury villas are nestled in secluded tropical gardens. Each villa features a plunge pool fed by mineral thermal water sourced directly from the foot of the volcano, a private garden with two outdoor showers, and a spacious seating area. The interiors combine eclectic and modern styles, featuring a king-size four-poster bed, an oversized bathroom, and large windows overlooking the rainforest.

Four restaurants and bars: Amor Loco (fine dining with live music), Mis Amores (open-air with wood-fired pizza and views of the volcano), Mi Cafecito (espresso bar with daily coffee roasting), and Cielito Lindo (swim-up bar). The spa is nestled in the rainforest, and each treatment room has its own private plunge pool. Daily yoga in the pavilion among the treetops.

Gardens is Trio Properties’ original, family-friendly resort on Lake Arenal. Fifty detached casitas and villas are nestled on a lush hillside overlooking the volcano. Each unit features a hammock and plunge pool on the terrace, air conditioning, a stocked minibar with local snacks, an espresso machine, and an open-style marble bathroom.

The property is home to its own Sloth Sanctuary, where around 20 sloths live—Nayara has planted over 1,000 Cecropia trees, the sloths’ main source of food. The award-winning spa features treatment pavilions overlooking the gorge, offering signature treatments with organic coffee scrubs and volcanic mud. Three restaurants and several bars: La Terraza del Arenal (Costa Rican and international cuisine, open-air with views of the volcano), Asia Luna (Asian fusion), and the Nostalgia Wine Bar.

Central America’s first tented concept—built on stilts to maximize views and minimize its environmental footprint. 37 freestanding tents and residences, featuring safari-inspired interiors with four-poster beds, freestanding bathtubs, and terraces offering views of the volcano. Each tent has a hot-spring-fed plunge pool on its own private platform.

The Family Tents are located at the highest point of the resort and connect two tents via a central terrace with a plunge pool. Two Private Residences (Casa Paloma & Casa Dana) feature four bedrooms, a private kitchen, a pool, and a personal concierge—ideal for families and multigenerational trips. The highlight is a self-guided wellness circuit consisting of six interconnected mineral hot spring pools at varying temperatures along the mountain ridge. Restaurant Ayla (Mediterranean cuisine with a Middle Eastern twist); guests also have access to all restaurants at the sister resorts.

An adults-only all-inclusive resort on a private island in the Bocas del Toro archipelago, featuring Balinese-inspired architecture. The resort is completely off-grid and is powered almost 100% by solar energy; all fresh water comes from rainwater collection. 16 overwater villas set above turquoise waters—some with glass panels for observing marine life. The villa’s staircase leads directly into the sea, allowing guests to snorkel, paddleboard, or kayak right from their room.

Four bamboo treehouses rise 50 feet above the ground, designed by Bali-based designer Elora Hardy (IBUKU) and crafted from four varieties of locally sourced bamboo and nearly 20 varieties of hardwood from the bottom of the Panama Canal. Outdoor showers and Japanese, hand-hammered copper tubs allow for bathing en plein air. The island is surrounded by three miles of coral reef; snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding are free. Highlight: the world’s first over-the-water beach —a 90-foot-long beach on stilts with white sand, palm trees, direct ocean access, and the Tipsy Beach Bar. Three dining options: Elephant House (signature fine dining in a 100-year-old Balinese pagoda), The Coral Café (alfresco dining next to the 70-foot freshwater pool), and the Tipsy Beach Bar.

Six suspension bridges and ten fixed bridges span three kilometers through the canopy of Arenal National Park. From this vantage point, visitors can spot howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and countless plants that remain hidden from the ground.

The hike takes about two hours, is well-maintained, and is suitable for guests with normal mobility.

Guided hike across the solidified lava flows from the last major eruption in 1968. The trail winds through secondary forest that has gradually taken root on the black rock—featuring bromeliads, orchids, and frequent views of the isolated volcanic cone.

With a nature guide; sturdy shoes are recommended.

Mineral hot springs flowing directly from the base of the volcano feed the private plunge pools at Springs and Tented Camp, as well as the walk-through wellness circuit consisting of six interconnected hot spring pools along the ridge at Tented Camp.

At The Gardens, you can relax in the terrace plunge pool of your casita or pamper yourself at the award-winning spa with volcanic-inspired treatments featuring organic coffee, volcanic mud, and chocolate.

There are several restaurants to choose from: La Terraza del Arenal for Costa Rican classics, Asia Luna for Asian cuisine, Nostalgia Wine Bar for Latin American and Spanish wines, as well as other bars and cafés near the volcano.

Optional add-ons: Chocolate and coffee tours of nearby plantations, with on-site tastings.

The reefs around Bocas del Toro are among the most biodiverse in the Caribbean. Whether you dive directly from the private island or take a boat to Coral Cay and the Zapatillas Islands, you’ll find hard and soft corals, sponges, parrotfish, surgeonfish, starfish, and the occasional sea turtle.

Snorkeling equipment is available free of charge.

Half-day boat trip to the heart of Bastimentos National Park: white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and an offshore reef perfect for snorkeling. On the way there, with a little luck, you might spot dolphins in Bahía de los Delfines.

Lunch and snorkeling gear are usually included.

The sheltered lagoon off the private island is perfect for paddling—whether on your own or on a guided tour through the mangrove channels. At sunset, the view opens up to the overwater villas and the open sea.

Stand-up paddleboards and kayaks are available free of charge.

Bocas del Toro has made a name for itself as a laid-back surfing spot in the Caribbean—offering everything from beginner-friendly waves to challenging reef breaks (Wizard Beach, Carenero, Bluff).

The resort arranges tours to the best spots; surfboards and guides are provided on-site.