Perched at 1,000 meters in the shadows of Mount Chirripó. An intimate escape where the cloud forest meets the Pacific soul.
Wake up to cool mountain air and be on a Pacific beach in under 35 minutes. This is the only place in Costa Rica where you can have both in the same day.
At 1,000 meters you enjoy the "Eternal Spring" climate—72°F days, cool nights, and no need for air conditioning or heavy outerwear.
Minutes from San Isidro del General, our guests experience local markets, coffee roasters and genuine culture—without sacrificing privacy.
From guided hikes on Chirripó's trails to private sunset dinners on the coast, every day is designed around your tastes.
No front desk. No corporate brand. No staff in matching uniforms. Just your hosts — who grew your coffee, made your soap, and planned your day — welcoming you by name.
Swim in private natural swimming holes, stand under your own waterfall, tour the coffee plantation, and walk a food forest—all without leaving the property.
Unfiltered words from those who've stayed.
We woke up to clouds drifting past the bedroom window, had breakfast on the terrace, and were swimming in the Pacific by noon. I've traveled all over Central America and never found anything like this balance.
La Colina was absolutely perfect for our honeymoon. Total privacy, the most attentive hosts I've ever encountered, and the mountain setting at dusk was something we'll carry with us forever.
The guided Chirripó hike in the morning and a sunset dinner on the coast the same evening — our concierge made it feel effortless. The breakfast prepared in our casita every morning was a ritual we didn't want to give up.
With only 20 two-bedroom suites, each featuring an indoor and outdoor kitchen, your experience is entirely bespoke. No crowds—just the sound of the Chirripó breeze.
Your suite is a private world. Your hosts — the owners — know your name. This isn't a managed property or a branded chain. It's a family's farm, opened to guests who appreciate the difference.
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Sourcing from the fertile soils of San Isidro del General, our kitchen serves the flavors of the Blue Zone—vibrant, organic, and restorative.
Each morning, our dedicated cook prepares a personalized breakfast in your suite's private kitchen. In the evenings, let us design a meal—here, or at the coast.
Explore ExperiencesHacienda La Palma is more than a resort — it's a working farm and living landscape that's entirely yours to explore.
Walk the property trails to discover multiple natural swimming holes and a spectacular private waterfall. Cool off, explore, and stay as long as you like—no booking required.
Tour our on-site coffee plantation and witness the full process — from cherry to cup — grown and processed right here on the farm. The coffee in your room came from this very soil.
Our food forest of exotic fruit trees supplies your welcome basket. Every product in your room — from the coffee to the bathroom amenities — is crafted on the farm from ingredients we grow or find on the property.
The complimentary water waiting in your casita comes directly from our natural mineral spring on the property. Pure, fresh, and from the land you're staying on.
Everything in your casita was grown, fermented, or crafted here. The coffee in your cup, the water in your glass, the soap on your skin — no supply chains, no strangers' hands. Just the farm.
Grown at 1,000m in volcanic soil, nourished by mountain mist, and washed in our own spring water. Roasted in small batches on the property and waiting in your casita on arrival.
Two exceptional ferments born from the land. La Palma Elixir is a living kombucha brewed with estate spring water and seasonal farm fruits. Chirripo Brut Reserve is our sophisticated double-aged kombucha champagne — crisp, sparkling, and unlike anything you've tasted.
Your bathroom is stocked with our full apothecary line, crafted from farm-grown botanicals and estate spring water. Every formula is made here, for you, from ingredients we grow or find on the property.
Most mountain resorts force a compromise: remote peaks or humid beaches. Hacienda La Palma changes the geography of luxury — you get both, every day.
| Feature | Remote Mountain Resorts | Hacienda La Palma |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to Beach | 2.5+ Hours | 35 Minutes |
| Climate | Often Cold / Damp | Perfect Spring (72°F) |
| Local Culture | Isolated Enclave | Minutes to San Isidro |
| Scale & Privacy | Vast & Institutional | Intimate & Bespoke |
| Accessibility | Difficult Roads | Seamless & Scenic |
Most high-altitude resorts are a half-day journey from the coast. Wake in cool mountain air and swim in the 85°F Pacific before lunch—then return for a fireside dinner in the highlands.
At 1,000m we sit in the Eternal Spring zone—72°F days, cool nights, no AC needed. The green mist of Chirripó without the chill of the high peaks.
Minutes from San Isidro del General, guests walk the famous Feria farmers market, taste local coffee roasters, and experience the genuine Southern Zone—not a gated island.
20 suites. One concierge team. You're not a room number here—you are the master of the Hacienda. We pivot instantly, whether it's a dawn hike or a last-minute sunset dinner on the coast.
"One Morning. Two Worlds."
Each stay includes breakfast and direct trip-planning support. Guests at any stay can add our private 4x4 chauffeur service for $150/day, with airport transfers, beach days, dinners, and day trips on their own schedule.
Our two-bedroom Casitas offer the classic Hacienda La Palma stay: quiet mountain mornings, indoor and outdoor kitchens, and enough space to settle into the landscape.
La Colina is our most secluded stay, set behind its own gate for guests who want a honeymoon-ready retreat with more privacy, more hush, and a more exclusive feel.
A one-bedroom Tico-style home with modern comforts, created for couples who want a slower, more local Costa Rica experience beside the river.
Instead of opening 20 separate calendars, choose your check-in and check-out dates once. We’ll automatically show only the casitas that are available for that stay.
20 two-bedroom casitas, breakfast included. We only show units that are open for your requested stay.
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Wherever you stay, Hacienda La Palma is your launch point for the best of the mountains and the Pacific coast.
Every reservation includes breakfast and attentive on-site hosting shaped around your pace.
We tailor each day around your interests — from Chirripó hikes to coffee farms and coastal dinners.
View experiencesSkip the rental counter and let us handle the road. Our private 4x4 chauffeur service is available with any stay for $150/day, including airport pickups, drop-offs, beach days, dinners, and custom day trips.
Skip the rental car. Our private 4x4 chauffeur handles airport pickups, beach days, and day trips — $150/day, added to any stay.
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San Isidro del General, Pérez Zeledón — Costa Rica's Southern Zone
Everything you need to know before you reach out.
Every stay at Hacienda La Palma includes breakfast prepared each morning by our dedicated cook, attentive on-site hosting, and direct trip-planning support. Guests can also add our private 4x4 chauffeur service ($150/day) for airport transfers, beach days, and custom day trips.
There is no minimum stay requirement for any of our properties at this time. We welcome guests for a single night, a long weekend, or an extended stay — whatever fits your rhythm.
Our private 4x4 chauffeur service ($150/day) gives guests full flexibility to explore the Southern Zone without renting a car. It includes airport pickup and drop-off, beach days, dinners, and any day trips you want to take. You tell us the plan; we handle the driving.
From San José's Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), it's approximately 3.5 hours by road through Costa Rica's scenic central valley. We strongly recommend using our private 4x4 chauffeur service for the transfer — it takes the stress of navigation and mountain driving completely off your plate.
Yes. Guests who prefer to drive themselves are welcome — but a 4x4 vehicle is required, especially for access to Hacienda La Cascada. If you're unsure whether your rental qualifies, just ask us before you book the car.
Yes — Hacienda La Cascada is pet-friendly. Please let us know you'll be bringing a pet when you inquire so we can prepare accordingly.
Casitas are our signature two-bedroom mountain suites — ideal for couples, friends, or small families who want the full Hacienda La Palma experience. La Colina is our most private retreat, set behind its own gated entrance — perfect for honeymoons and romantic escapes. Hacienda La Cascada is a one-bedroom Tico-style countryside home for two, set beside the river with a waterfall steps away — best for slow travel and a more local feel.
Yes. Every casita, La Colina, and Hacienda La Cascada now has a live calendar synced from Google Calendar. Open any Reserve button to review the next 12 months, then submit the reservation form below without leaving the site. If you prefer, you can still reach us on WhatsApp for follow-up questions.
We can arrange guided hikes on Chirripó, coffee plantation tours, river rafting, horseback riding, Pacific sunset drives, private wine-and-dine evenings, a day at Hacienda La Cascada's waterfall, and more. Visit our Experiences page for the full list, then mention what interests you in your inquiry.
Our elevation puts us in what locals call the "Eternal Spring" zone — days averaging around 72°F (22°C), cool breezy evenings, and no need for air conditioning or heavy layers. You'll occasionally see mist rolling in from Chirripó in the mornings, which burns off by mid-day. It's genuinely pleasant year-round.
Use the date finder above to see open casitas, then submit your reservation request here. La Colina and Hacienda La Cascada still have their own live calendars, and every stay can now be requested directly without an email back-and-forth just to get started.