Hideaway Rio Celeste has been recognized in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026, ranking among the Best Resorts in Central America for this year's edition. The honor adds to a growing list of international recognitions for our boutique hotel, nestled in the rainforest of Tenorio Volcano National Park, Costa Rica.
A Reader-Voted Honor
Now in its 31st year, the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards are decided entirely by readers, not by an editorial panel. This year, more than 661,000 votes were cast across hotels, cities, islands, safaris, airlines, and more around the world, making the list a direct reflection of what travelers themselves value most: authentic experiences, genuine hospitality, and a strong connection to place.
Being included in this year's Best Resorts in Central America ranking places Hideaway Rio Celeste among a select group of properties singled out by the very guests who have stayed there, a distinction earned through experience, not marketing.
Recognized Alongside the Region's Leading Resorts
In the 2026 ranking, Hideaway Rio Celeste placed No. 12 among the Best Resorts in Central America, appearing on a list that spans Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Belize alongside well-known names such as Nayara Tented Camp, Hotel Belmar, and Hacienda AltaGracia. For a boutique hideaway built around a single river in the rainforest of Tenorio Volcano National Park, the placement reflects steady, guest-driven momentum rather than a one-off mention — recognition built one stay at a time.
A Rainforest Sanctuary Along the Río Celeste
Set within an 80-acre rainforest reserve near Tenorio Volcano, Hideaway Rio Celeste offers guests private trails and exclusive access to the turquoise waters of the Río Celeste, along with rainforest wildlife, comfort, and calm just 90 minutes from Liberia Guanacaste International Airport. It's this combination (rainforest immersion paired with quiet, considered comfort) that continues to resonate with travelers seeking something beyond a standard resort stay in Costa Rica.
The award follows other recent milestones for the property, including One MICHELIN Key in The MICHELIN Guide 2025, further affirming Hideaway Rio Celeste's place among Costa Rica's most distinctive rainforest hotels.
Experience It for Yourself
From the sound of the river to the stillness of the surrounding forest, Hideaway Rio Celeste invites travelers to discover what earned it a place among Travel + Leisure's Best Resorts in Central America for 2026. Book your stay and experience the rainforest, the river, and the recognition firsthand.