Beachfront Papagayo, Guanacaste

• Unrivalled location: Just off the idyllic, Blue Flag shores of Playa Panama, Beachfront Papagayo boasts a stunning location. With the beach on one side, the hotel sits peacefully amidst 20 acres of dry tropical forest; you might just spy a monkey or a sloth high up in the branches as you wander the grounds. There are plenty of other beautiful beaches to explore nearby, too, as well as the lively town of Coco just 20 minutes away by car.

• Local flavours: Get a taste of Costa Rica at Vistas del Golfo Restaurant, where the bountiful buffet spreads offer traditional delicacies, alongside plenty of international favourites as well. For à la carte dining, the inviting Santa Rosa Restaurant offers specialty gourmet meals packed full of flavour. After dinner, head to the bar to sample some national drinks, or stick with the classic cocktails; enjoy with a view through the trees to the sea lapping the shore.

• Days of sun and fun: Spend sunny hours lolling on a lounger, or slip into the saltwater pool for a few refreshing laps. If you fancy taking a break from poolside bliss, why not head to the spa and indulge in one of the many luxurious massage treatments on offer? If you prefer to get active, you could try out some water sports, take a thrilling ATV ride through the forest, or head out to explore nearby Coco. When your adventures have worn you out, return to your stylish, classically-decorated guest room for a good night’s sleep.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.