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Copa de Arbol Beach & Rainforest Resort
Drake Bay, Puntarenas, Costa Rica · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Copa de Arbol sits on 70 acres where the Osa rainforest meets the Pacific, reachable only by boat from Drake Bay. Owners who have lived the land for more than 25 years grew a four-room hideaway into ten standalone villas in 2012, built from recycled and reforested woods, with a four-tiered infinity pool a few steps from the sand. Corcovado is next door.
- 10 rooms
- Opened 2012
- Neighborhood: Caletas
About Copa de Arbol Beach & Rainforest Resort
- Accessible only by boat on the Osa Peninsula, near Corcovado National Park.
- Grew from a four-room hideaway into ten villas on 70 acres; opened 2012.
- Four-tiered infinity pool; all-inclusive meals; kayaks and snorkel gear included.
History
Founded in 2012 by owners who have lived on the 70-acre property for over 25 years, the resort evolved from a humble four-room hideaway into a premier boutique eco-luxury destination. The property is constructed from recycled and reforested woods, integrated seamlessly into the primary rainforest of the Osa Peninsula. It is recognized for its commitment to conservation and its privileged location near Corcovado National Park, an area famously described by National Geographic as the most biologically intense place on Earth.
The setting
6 km from Punta Rio Claro National Wildlife Refuge. 9 km from Drake Bay Airport.
Restaurants and bars
- Open-air restaurant — Restaurant
Experiences
- Copa de Arbol Guided Wildlife Hike — 2-3 hours; from $95 per person
- Horseback riding to Rio Claro — Exclusive tour offered only through the hotel.
- Rio Claro Nature Hike & Waterfall Tour — 4-5 hours; from $125 per person
- Naguala Waterfall Adventure — 5-6 hours; from $125 per person
- Corcovado National Park - San Pedrillo & La Sirena — 6-7 hours; from $150 per person
- Cano Island - Snorkeling tour — 6-7 hours; from $110 per person
Amenities
- Four-tiered infinity pool and heated jacuzzi
- All-inclusive gourmet dining including three meals and snacks daily
- Complimentary water sports equipment (kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkel gear)
- Direct access to 70 acres of private rainforest trails and wildlife corridors
- Air-conditioned standalone villas with private balconies and ocean/rainforest views
- Professional naturalist-guided tours to Corcovado National Park and Caño Island
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