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Xandari Resort & Spa
Alajuela, Costa Rica · Independent · Core Luxury
Architect Sherrill Broudy and his wife Charlene turned a working coffee plantation into Xandari: twenty-four villas on a 40-acre forest reserve in the foothills of Poas Volcano, with free-form architecture and Central Valley views. Trails run 2.5 miles past five waterfalls; the kitchen cooks from on-site gardens, and there is no air-conditioning.
- 24 rooms
- Opened 1996
- Neighborhood: Burios
- Rooms from 743 sq ft (69 m²)
- Architect: Sherrill Broudy
About Xandari Resort & Spa
- A former coffee plantation, reshaped by architect Sherrill Broudy and Charlene Broudy into a 40-acre forest reserve.
- Twenty-four villas with private terraces; 2.5 miles of trails and five waterfalls on the property.
- Ayura Spa Village in palm-roofed jalapas; farm-to-table cooking from on-site gardens.
- Entry-level rooms start at 743 sq ft (69 m²).
History
Originally a working coffee plantation, Xandari was transformed into a 40-acre forest reserve and resort by architect Sherrill Broudy and his wife Charlene. The property’s artistic, free-form architecture and vibrant contemporary interiors were designed to harmonize with the surrounding tropical landscape. Today, the resort operates with a strong commitment to sustainability, including extensive reforestation projects and organic farming.
The setting
6 km from town of Alajuela. Overlooks Central Valley in the foothills of Poas Volcano.
Restaurants and bars
- Pearl Spot Restaurant — Restaurant
- Seafood Speciality Restaurant — Restaurant · Seafood
Experiences
- Dining at the edge of the valley — Guests hear the chirping of Central American birds while eating meals at the edge of the valley.
- Coffee from the region — The region's coffee is described as world renowned; guests can take a bag of the resort's coffee home.
- Farm and orchard produce in the kitchen — The farm and orchard are the main source of raw ingredients for the kitchen.
Amenities
- 24 spacious villas with private terraces and panoramic Central Valley views
- Three outdoor swimming pools (two heated) and multiple outdoor hot tubs
- Ayura Spa Village with five private palm-roofed jalapas and valley views
- Farm-to-table restaurant serving organic produce from on-site gardens
- 40-acre private forest reserve with 2.5 miles of trails and five waterfalls
- Yoga studio with regular classes and guided birdwatching tours
- Infinity pool
- Kids' club
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