Thursday, January 7, 2010

Bond with Your Kids Surrounded by the Magic of Costa Rica - Small Distinctive Hotels open the door to the family adventure

San Jose, Costa Rica, January 1st, 2010 – Tired of your kids paying all their attention to the TV or computer screens? Not sure what where to go for your next family vacation, as kids get easily bored and you really need your rest? Imagine a place providing you with the pampering and relaxation you deserve, and giving your whole family an opportunity to bond through a real-life adventure as you are surrounded by rich, lush nature, exotic wildlife and idyllic beaches. Small Distinctive Hotels of Costa Rica and their special tours will create unforgettable experiences for your whole family.

Small Distinctive Hotels, located in the most beautiful parts of the country, offer unique experiences for the whole family, including tours and adventures in the jungle, rainforest, mountains and gorgeous beaches in one of the world’s most biodiverse places. In Costa Rica, options are unlimited and can include horseback riding, zip-lining, hiking, white-water rafting, watching numerous species of exotic birds, monkeys and other wildlife or simply relaxing on untouched beautiful beaches.

Below please find information on some tours and packages offered by a group of Small Distinctive Hotels that cater to families:


Grano de Oro, San Jose. Located in the capital city, Grano de Oro hotel is a true oasis, a sanctuary in the heart of the city and also close from the airport. Converted from a Tropical Victorian mansion, the 40-room hotel maintains the warmth and comfort of a private home. You can choose Grano de Oro as your first stop in Costa Rica or your base for exploring the country. The hotel offers many day tours, such as Rain Forest Aerial Tram, whitewater rafting, volcano tours, coffee plantation visits and more. Rates start at $139 per night. Additional person would pay $10 per day. For more information, please visit www.hotelgranodeoro.com.


Arenas del Mar, Manuel Antonio National Park, Pacific coast. Arenas Del Mar Beach & Nature Resort is located in Manuel Antonio, one of the most famous National Parks in Costa Rica that offers spectacular ocean views, idyllic beaches, and is surrounded by jungles inhabited by howler, white-faced, and squirrel monkeys, sloths and parrots, among other forms of exotic wildlife. Choose among horseback riding, white water rafting, early bird watching, night animal watching, sunset or sunrise sailing tours, and more. Rates start at $290 per night at Ocean Breeze Superior Room during the high season (Jan 6 – April 30). The rates are based on two adults per room. It is a $50 fee per night for every additional person. Kids below 6 years of age stay for free. For more information, please visit www.arenasdelmar.com.


Casa Turire, Turrialba. Casa Turire is a gracious, charming hotel built in the colonial style and set in the verdant, agricultural interior mountainous region of Turrialba, which also an ideal base camp to explore many aspects of Costa Rica, including the rich interior. At Casa Turire, your whole family can ride horses or bicycles, go canoeing or kayaking on a lake, go whitewater rafting or visiting nearby volcanoes. The whole property is kept as a country house, complete with a farm that has horses, goats, water buffalo and other animals, vegetable garden and very helpful staff. The farm can be visited by the guests. Rates start at $135 per night during the high season (Jan 6 – April 30). The rates are based on two adults per room. It is a $25 fee per night for every additional person. Kids below 6 years of age stay for free. For more information, please visit www.hotelcasaturire.com.


Peace Lodge, La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Located on the grounds of La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park and one hour from the San Jose International Airport, Peace Lodge encompasses the rustic past and natural beauty of the rainforest. Located on top of a mountain in a cloud forest and surrounded by La Paz Waterfall Gardens, this hotel is ideal for you and your family to get immersed in the magic of Costa Rica: the lush tropical rainforest, flowing white rivers, cascading waterfalls, birds, butterflies, flowers and wildlife. Rates start at $415 per night during the high season (Jan 4 – April 30). The rates are based on two adults per room. Each additional adult pays $40 per night, and it’s $20 per child. For more information, please visit www.waterfallgardens.com/lapaz-peacelodge.html.


Villa Caletas, Jaco Beach, Central Pacific. Villa Caletas is a luxury property, palace-like, but boutique, inspired by the tropical Victorian architecture and offering spectacular panoramic views, with a private beach and first class service. There are many attractions in the area, such as hiking in the rainforest, canopy tours, horseback riding and visits to national parks. Rates start at $178 per night during the high season (Nov 15 – July 31). The rates are based on two adults per room. For more information, please visit www.hotelvillacaletas.com.


Capitan Suizo, Tamarindo Beach. Located by one of the most beautiful beaches on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica and adjacent to Las Baulas Marine National Park, Capitan Suizo offers private bungalows, rooms and a 4-bedroom apartment, all located right on the beach. The hotel offers multiple tours and packages, such as volcano hikes, canopies and hot springs, river floating, kayaking and more. Rates start at $190 per night during the high season (Jan 11 – April 2). The rates are based on two adults per room. Children from 4 to 12 pay $25 per night. For more information, please visit www.hotelcapitansuizo.com.

ABOUT SMALL DISTINCTIVE HOTELS OF COSTA RICA

Small Distinctive Hotels unites Costa Rica’s most luxurious boutique hotels, located throughout the most beautiful, diverse and interesting regions of the country. The hotels in the group include: Grano de Oro, Villa Caletas, Peace Lodge, Casa Turire, Cuna de Angel, Florblanca, Capitan Suizo and Arenas del Mar. Costa Rica is a perfect combination of tropical weather, exuberant nature, adventure activities, friendly people, and a stable democracy, and this hotel group makes it easy to visit its most amazing parts, such as Manuel Antonio, Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde, Guanacaste, Corcovado and other jewels. Small Distinctive Hotels are located by active volcanoes, beautiful beaches, majestic waterfalls, and offer such activities as horseback riding, white water rafting, mountain hiking, jungle zip-lining and more. To find out more, please visit www.distinctivehotels.com.
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