For this week’s roundup of Latin America travel and vacation deals, we cast our gaze to the beautiful shores of Costa Rica, one of Central America’s biggest tourism destinations. While researching a major feature about meetings and incentives here, I came across a number of noteworthy luxury travel deals at some of the most chic hotels in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, the region best known for its great beaches and well-equipped hotels. You’ll find lots of exciting things to do in Costa Rica — and sumptuous ways to enjoy them at these hotels. (Several major airlines fly into the airport in Liberia, Costa Rica from the United States, so you can be relaxing on the expansive Costa Rica beaches in no time.)
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Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
The Deal: Double Up promotion
What Makes It Cool: Sign up for the Double Up promotion and earn Double Points with the Hilton HHonors program, starting on your second stay.
Valid for Travel: Through January 31, 2015.
Info & Reservations: www.hilton.com
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JW Marriott Guanacaste
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
The Deal: Last-minute Weekends
What Makes It Cool: Get special savings on last-minute weekend deals at this luxurious Costa Rica beach hotel, with rates of $449 per night for a two-night stay.
Valid for Travel: January 30-February 1, 2015.
Info & Reservations: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/sjojw-jw-marriott-guanacaste-resort-and-spa/
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El Mangroove
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
The Deal: AmEx 4th Night Free
What Makes It Cool: This Preferred Boutique hotel in Guanacaste allows guests who pay with an American Express card to receive their fourth night free. A minimum four-night stay is required (obviously).
Valid for Travel: Based on availability.
Info & Reservations: http://www.elmangroove.net/special-offers/amex-4th-night-free-offer/?_ga=1.250304962.597378761.1420476209
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Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
The Deal: Sit Back and Relax
What Makes It Cool: This spa package, at one of the newest Costa Rica resort hotels, includes breakfast for two and a $200 spa credit to use at the hotel’s Onda Spa. Sample rates for June travel start at $475 per night for an Andaz King or Twin room.
Valid for Travel: Through December 31, 2015.
Info & Reservations: http://papagayo.andaz.hyatt.com/en/hotel/offers/offer-detail.html?offerId=54264079&code=