Costa Rican it - Four Seasons Costa Rica

Next up on our site inspection list - the Four Seasons Costa Rica!!! I had been über excited to see this resort for months and it did not disappoint. Once you get past the gated entrance you have a couple of minutes to soak in some beautiful Costa Rican scenery along with the Four Season's amazing golf course as you drive down the windy road to the actual resort. As you walk in the lobby it has a warm, welcoming ambiance thanks to the décor full of dark, natural wood with hints of citrusy colors of orange and yellow. You are greeted with a scented & chilled towel along with a cold welcome beverage.

The grounds are immaculate and the pools were very inviting but I had plenty of work to do so I had to stay focused. There were even pool boys bringing trays of scrumptious lunches out to some ladies at the swim up area along the side of the pool. Not only do they have pool service but beach butler service as well. The beaches were the nicest I had seen yet in Cost Rica. The resort has access to two different beaches.

Unlike most resorts the Four Seasons do not require wristbands for their guests so it allows you to sleep comfortably.

One of the things that left a lasting impression on me was the resorts Kids Club. It was brightly colored, festive and FUN! There were plenty of indoor and outdoor activities that would make even the teenagers jealous. This popular program is available at no additional cost for guests ages 4 to 12. They also offer a teens club for the kiddos over the age of 12.

Next up, the rooms. Each room offers things like in-suite wi-fi ($), CD/DVD players, 100% cotton bathrobes (even have them available in kid size), L'Occitane bathroom amenities, complimentary bottled water, Cafe Britt coffee and a welcome amenity. Another impressive thing was all 155 rooms had spacious screened porches which was the first time I had ever seen that before. The Four Seasons Costa Rica proves yet again that they are indeed a family-welcoming resort by offering complimentary cribs, bottles, high chairs, videos and a large selection of games that can be delivered to your rooms.

The four restaurants have plenty of options even for the pickiest of eaters. We were truly blessed to eat lunch there so I had the fresh catch of the day along with the chef's special ceviche and a side of guacamole. De-li-cious!!!

The resort is just about a 40 minute drive from the Liberia or San Jose airport. While there is plenty to do (or not to do!) at the Four Seasons feel free to adventure out and try some of the amazing activities that are within 20 minutes of the hotel.

- Sport fishing enthusiasts will enjoy catchings things like marlin, sailfish, grouper and exceptionally large tuna. Be sure and take your catchings back to the resort for supper.

- The Witch's Rock Canopy tour guarantees a thrilling experience as guests harness up and slide along a series of zip lines high above treetops and valleys. Be sure and look for wildlife along the tour including exotic birds and howler monkeys.

- The Catamaran Cruise is a more relaxing way to explore the Gulf of Papagayo and conveniently leaves right from the resort. You can snorkel or simply enjoy the sunset on their 47 foot catamaran.

The Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo is absolutely stunning and I'm looking forward to going back with my hubbie and boys.

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