Asclepios Wellness & Spa, San José

Asclepios Wellness & Spa is a tranquil retreat nestled in the lush landscape of Alajuela, near Costa Rica's Poás Volcano. The hotel pays homage to the ancient Greek god of health, Asclepios, and focuses on the principles of well-being and harmony with nature, a philosophy deeply ingrained in the Costa Rican way of life. The hotel is conveniently located near the airport and within easy reach of attractions like Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Zoo Ave, Plaza Real Cariari, and Costa Rica National Stadium.

With only 12 rooms, each individually decorated, Asclepios offers an intimate experience. Each room is named and themed after a figure from ancient Greek mythology or traditional medicine, such as Apollo, Zeus, Hippocrates, Eros, and Aphrodite, or global healing practices like Shamanism and Ayurveda. The rooms are furnished with comfortable beds, draped in premium bedding and down comforters, and offer stunning views of the surrounding sugar and coffee plantations and ecological reserves. The bathrooms are partially open and stocked with complimentary toiletries and bathrobes.

Guests can unwind at the hotel's full-service spa, which offers various treatments, including massages and facials, or choose from the four outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. The hotel also offers a range of recreational amenities, an amphitheater, a yoga and meditation room, and more. For dining, Restaurant Higia serves a range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes made from organic produce grown in the hotel's gardens.