Florblanca Resort
Florblanca is an award-winning luxury Costa Rican resort on the shores of the Pacific coast, a destination for every adventurous traveler. Located on the pristine beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula, in an unspoiled tropical jungle overlooking the world famous surf of Playa Santa Teresa, Florblanca offers a vacation experience like no other. Enjoy an exclusive holiday: surf local beach and point breaks, yoga, & pilates, join SUP trips, trekking tours, horseback riding, zip lining, fishing and more.
Quick Facts
Luxury beachfront surf resort
Unspoiled tropical jungle overlooking the world famous surf of Playa Santa Teresa
Fusion cuisine built around seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on organic local produce
Surf best between May and November when the southerly swells push in
Surfing Highlights
Playa Santa Teresa
Good lefts and rights at this hollow beach break. Tends to pick up more swell than nearby breaks and holds shape better at low tide.
Playa Hermosa
Stretch of beach offering some of the most consistent conditions on the Pacific Coast. A variety of sandbars have formed creating a pounding and tubular beachbreak.
La Lora Amarilla
Considered one of the top five surf spots in Costa Rica. Its name is derived from an oceanfront bar which was called La Lora Amarilla by the locals. The wave is hollow; A shaped and breaks in both directions during the low tide. When the currents are strong and the tide is high, the wave can create a large wall of water up to 150 meters! La Lora is free from rocks; features perfectly shaped consistent waves making itself a most favored surfing destination.
Playa Carmen
Features an amazing beach breaks with various peaks that break right and left. The swells are of excellent height and are headed from both south and north. The multiple peaks help in dispersing the people making the point less crowded. Playa Carmen has sand bottoms and waves with a longer right break and a short left break. The waves are very easy to surf making the beach a suitable place for novices and beginners.
Punta Barrigona
Punta Barrigona is a rocky reef break with a long left hand that turns into a massive hot dog wave. It is only suitable for advanced surfers.
Mar Azul
Rock formations, overhead swells and infrequent breaks make Maz Azul really appealing to pro surfers who are looking for a daring challenge. The swells have both right and left breaks and multiple peaks. The beach break is only recommended to professional surfers.
Pricing & Packages
One-Bedroom Deluxe Villa (2pax)
Six one-bedroom deluxe villas are nestled into the jungle and designed with a quiet elegance that highlights local arts and crafts. Each individual villa offers privacy while peaking out through the colorful tropical vegetation, a spacious open air living area with comfortable seating, a hand-made Costa Rican hammock hanging at the dramatic opening to the lush jungle greenery. The bathroom is creatively designed in a garden setting with gorgeous tubs and sinks carved from stone. Bathrooms are complete with locally handmade, all-natural herbal soaps. The air conditioned bedroom is fitted with a king size bed adorned with luxurious linens.
Two-Bedroom Superior Villa (4pax)
Three two-bedroom superior villas are nestled into the jungle and designed with a quiet elegance that highlights local arts and crafts. The air conditioned main bedroom is fitted with a king size bed adorned with luxurious linens. The second bedroom has two twin beds and a day bed. Each individual villa offers privacy while peaking out through the colorful tropical vegetation, a spacious open air living area with comfortable seating, a hand-made Costa Rican hammock hanging at the dramatic opening to the lush jungle greenery. The bathroom is creatively designed in a garden setting with gorgeous tubs and sinks carved from stone. Bathrooms are complete with locally handmade, all-natural herbal soaps
Surf House (2pax)
Converted from a modest private Costa Rican home, the Surf House has three air-conditioned bedrooms, a small lounge and kitchenette with a refrigerator. All three bedrooms have doors opening to the sea, the breeze, and the sounds of the birds, monkeys and rolling waves. The surf house offers one community bathroom with a shower. There is an abundance of outdoor open space leading to the Pacific including hammocks and beach chairs for lounging, reading or sunset viewing. The Surf House sleeps up to six and is perfect for one or two couples, one couple with up to four children, four to six single adults (surfers or getaway friends) or overflow space for teenage children and friends while mom and dad take a villa next door. Room one has two twin beds, room two has a king bed, and room three is equipped with two single day beds.
Honeymoon House (2pax)
The most luxurious and exotic setting is the Honeymoon House sitting on the northern boundary of this lush ocean front paradise. While not exclusively for newlyweds, the Honeymoon House offers a sense of true privacy for all couples. The first floor master suite is perfectly positioned high above the sparkling Pacific surf, opening up to a spacious flora covered deck shaded by a tall tree canopy and a vista. The open deck is unmatched for midday relaxation, sunning, an early morning in room breakfast, or cocktails at sunset. The entire bedroom opens to the outdoors with sliding doors facing the sea. Down below, a wide and spacious living area looks directly on to the beach and is complete with hammock for two, a large casual seating area and a dinning nook. The bathroom is creatively designed in a garden setting with gorgeous tubs and sinks carved from stone.
The Resort
A luxury Costa Rica resort on the shores of the Pacific coast, Florblanca is an award-winning destination for every adventurous traveler. Located on the pristine beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula, in an unspoiled tropical jungle overlooking the world famous surf of Playa Santa Teresa, Florblanca offers a vacation experience like no other. Connect deeply with the world around you with professionally guided sessions of Yoga or Pilates, and when you are ready to thoroughly indulge, try any of our relaxing and rejuvenating body treatments at the stunning Spa Bambu. Retreat to your own private beachfront villa, enjoy our luxurious amenities, and marvel at the natural beauty, serenity, and energy of Florblanca. Discover Costa Rica. Discover Florblanca
Cuisine
The Restaurant, Nectar, is laid back and elegant; an indoor/outdoor hangout for guests and locals wanting to dine, celebrate, or enjoy after a day at the beach. The kitchen serves up fusion cuisine with Latin, Mediterranean and Asian influences. The menu is built around seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on organic local produce, fresh seafood from the surrounding waters, and traditional favorites. From sushi to fish tacos, from salads to chocolate soufflé, the menu is varied and creative. The wine selection focuses on exciting South American varietals, but also offers vintages from around the globe, and the friendly bar will create an original and exotic tropical cocktail or simply recreate your favorite drink.
Activities
Fishing in Malpais - catch tuna, snapper, roosterfish or fish with a local and experienced fisherman. If you managed to catch a fish then take it back to the resort where the chef at Nectar will prepare it for your evening meal. Horseback Riding - explore the area on horseback where you will begin in Manzanillo, a local fishing village. Local guides will show you everything that needs to be seen and you are invited at a private 9000-acre working cattle ranch that sits by the ocean. As you ride through the high pastures you may catch a glimpse of the wildlife as well as look out over the ocean and topical landscapes. Tortuga Island and Curu Exploration - head to Curu Wildlife Refuge, where a guide will take you on a walk to see monkeys, birds and other mammals, then to Tortuga Island for swimming and snorkeling. Whilst you are on the island you will be served local cuisine for lunch. Or visit Malpais, Cabo Blanco Hike, and Montezuma Waterfall with ATV.
Surfing
Just minutes from Florblanca Resort are two beautiful beach breaks, Playa Hermosa and Playa Santa Teresa. Accompanied by a local surf instructor, you will learn the basics of surfing and hopefully catch a long ride. We offer beginner and intermediate boards that are free of charge for all Florblanca guests. Whether it’s your first time paddling out or you’re looking to hang ten, surfing is not to be missed at Florblanca. Surfing put Florblanca on the map, and it continues to impress today’s globetrotters in search of the next best wave.
Connection
Since Florblanca opened, yoga has been at its center. The yoga classes promote the lifestyle of the area, as you will stretch your body, mind and soul. The yoga instructors at Florblanca have been internationally trained and you can join them for a morning ocean session. Florblanca will also arrange private classes for individuals, couples and groups and all of the equipment is provided. Florblanca Pilates will have you moving whilst you find your harmony. During your Pilates classes you will learn how to protect your body, use your deep core muscles and feels leaner, taller and connected to yourself. The Pilates studio is fully equipped and private or semi-private classes can be arranged.
Sustainability
Florblanca Resort shows commitment to sustainability in a variety of ways. They have chosen to be evaluated through the most strict certification program for Sustainable Tourism in Costa Rica (known as the CST), made a responsible waste management to prevent water, air and soil pollution, optimized the use of water and energy, through saving and the use of alternative technologies, protect and promote wildlife habitat and species, keep gardens and structures free of agrochemicals or chemical substances harmful to human and wildlife health and encourage the use of organic fertilizers and the enrichment of soils in a sustainable and natural way.
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