We love finding resorts that are truly family friendly. Four Seasons Costa Rica was just that. From the minute we checked in we felt welcomed and happy to be at the resort with kids. Our kids were 1, 5, 6, 9 and 11 our week in Costa Rica and we actually felt like we left relaxed! Below are 10 reasons I’d recommend Four Seasons Costa Rica as a great Costa Rica resort for kids. Four our 7 day Costa Rica itinerary for families, click here. 

Costa Rica Resort with Kids: FS Costa Rica

10 reasons I’d recommend Four Seasons Costa for kids:

1. The location

Four Seasons Costa Rica is located on Peninsula Papagayo. It’s a beautiful peninsula about 30 minutes from Liberia airport. We were able to get a direct flight there and the ride from the airport to the resort is quick and easy. The resort’s exact location gives families access to two beautiful beaches and plenty to do right on the resort (see below) and is also in a great place to explore other parts of Costa Rica during your visit.

2. The Beaches 

One thing the kids loved about FS Costa Rica was that there were 2 very different beaches to enjoy. The one beach, Playa Virador faces the Pacific Ocean. It’s the larger of the 2 resort beaches but tends to be quieter. There is lots of room for kids to run and explore. In the evening there are the most amazing sunsets on this beach.

There are very gentle waves here, so kids can enjoy swimming. The other beach, Playa Blanca faces the bay. It’s the busier of the two beaches because it’s where the activities desk is. More on what you can rent there below.

3. Kids for All Seasons 

If you are looking for a Costa Rica resort with a kids club, FS Costa Rica is perfect. Their kids club is amazing. The Kids For All Seasons kids club has both indoor and outdoor space for kids. You can drop the kids off or hang there with them. We had a little rain almost every afternoon. The kids had plenty to do though: they’d head to the kids club! Inside there are tons of toys and games, books, a playhouse and more. There are also daily activities to do like cookie decorating. Outside you’ll find a playground, basketball hoop and even a little pool just for the kids club.

The staff was wonderful at the kids club. They made sure each kid was having fun and ours range from 1-11. They were also great with kids that were hesitant to stay (we have one of those!). One night the kids club had an evening party that we dropped off  4 kids at. This gave us a night to go to dinner. We had Teddy rest in the stroller and we enjoyed some sushi and wine. The kids had a blast and didn’t want to leave when we went back for them!

 

4. The Pools

There are three awesome pools on the resort. One is adults only but here’s a trick if you are traveling with kids: each parent take a turn to relax solo by the adult pool. It has a beautiful view and it so quiet. It makes for a great break, even for an hour.

There’s a really big pool right in the middle of the resort. We enjoyed time there most days and liked to order lunch or dinner to this pool.

Right below it is a smaller family pool that was the perfect size for our crew. We spent the most time here. There are big chairs to sit on under a tented awning that makes for great shade for the kids. At this pool the kids could bring in their floats too.

5. Enjoying Nature and Wildlife on Property 

On our drive into the resort from the airport our car had to stop for a monkey to cross the street. We knew this was going to be the perfect spot for us! You can spot lizards, tons of hermit crabs, Koati, birds, fish and monkeys without leaving the resort. There is an amazing trail you can walk right from the resort beach too. Read more about that in our itinerary, here. 

There’s also lots of wildlife to see over on the resort’s golf course. You can sign up for the “Trail of Giants” golf cart tour and see lots of wildlife.

6. The Concierge and Staff 

The concierge and staff at Four Seasons Costa Rica were incredibly helpful. Each person we met was so kind and friendly to the kids. We heard  “hola” from so many people at the resort throughout the day, that Teddy started saying it. We’ll always remember he learned one of his first words from the staff at FS Costa Rica!

The concierge helped me plan each and every thing we did off of the resort. They set up a rental car when we needed it and when my kids said “we want to see a sloth” they gave us perfect directions on where to go. The FS Costa Rica concierge is so knowledgable on the area and can really help you make plans that work for your family.

7. The Ease of the App

Before I arrived at FS Costa Rica, someone told me “make sure to use the app!”. I am not typically a big app user and try not to use my phone a lot of vacation but I am so glad I listened – their app is amazing. Not only can you see everything going on at the resort for the day, you can message the staff to help you reserve the activities, make reservations, etc. It was honestly so helpful. There are now limits on how many people can be in certain areas/activities, so the app is a great way to reserve what you want to do.

8. Dining at FS Costa Rica 

We were so impressed with all of the restaurants at Four Seasons Costa Rica. We were also really impressed with the options for our kids.

Breakfast: We loved heading to Bahai for breakfast. It’s an open air restaurant with delicious breakfast, smoothies and the world’s best ice coffee. We also enjoyed in-room dining for breakfast a few times as well. The kids enjoyed eating breakfast in their pjs on our balcony.

My favorite was Anejo. We had lunch there one day and our “date night” there. The sushi and salads were amazing.

Our favorite family dinner night was at Pesce. They have wonderful italian food with a great view. My kids loved the food and dessert here.

There are also a lot of options for eating at the beach and pool. We did this a lot. If you asked my kids their favorite food at the resort: getting ice cream delivered to the pool because it came in a coconut with whipped cream!

9. Peninsula Papagayo Nature Center 

The afternoon we spent visiting the Papagayo Nature Center was very memorable. My kids love animals and nature and getting to spend time inside the nature center learning from a naturalist was really cool. One of the main reasons we wanted to take the kids to Costa Rica was for them to learn about and experience all of wildlife, plants and nature. Having this spot right next to the resort was perfect. There are lots of programs you can sign the kids up for out of the Papagayo Nature Center too.

10. Daily Activities for Families 

There were SO many activities each day for families at Four Seasons Costa Rica. My girls loved reading the giant chalk boards that listed some of the fun we could enjoy that day. There were Beach Activities like kayaking to dance lessons. One of our favorite activities all week was the Tour of Giants. For more details on some of the specific activities we did at the resort, visit our Costa Rica itinerary post, here.

Over all we were so impressed by all of the amenities for families at Four Seasons Costa Rica. The kids had space to run and play, we enjoyed delicious meals and lots of time as a family. We truly leaned what pura vida is all about.