5 unique places to stay in Latin America
Bored of standard hotel rooms on your holidays? From converted jet planes to Geodesic domes, here’s how to spice up your accommodation options on a trip to Latin America
1. Costa Rica
1. Costa Rica727 Jet converted into luxury accommodation, Costa Verde
The Costa Verde team have transported and refurbished a 1965 vintage Being 727 airframe to create a fantastic, two bedroom suite in this resort – a favourite for weddings, honeymoons and romance. Set out on a concrete plinth that juts up 50 feet into the jungle canopy, you’ll feel like you’re flying when you look out of the windows. Furnishings are hand carved teak, and the rear bedroom has a handcrafted deck atop the wing.
In its former life under the colours of South Africa Air and latterly Avianca Airlines (Colombia), it shuttled the well heeled to exotic destinations. Now refitted with custom built luxuries and en suite facilities it once again caters to the needs of pampered travellers.
Location and activities:
Four totally unique bars and restaurants will satisfy your every taste and need. From the social scene at El Avión – a Fairchild C-123 transporter converted to a bar, to peaceful, breathtaking views of Anaconda, to the music and barbecue at La Cantina to the casual dining and wood-fired pizza at El Wagon – Costa Verde has something special for all tastes!
Costa Rica’s Pacific coast enjoys a classic, predictable monsoon climate. There are only two distinct seasons: rainy and dry. Normally the rainy season runs from mid-April to mid-November. During this time, mornings are usually clear and it often rains in the early evenings.
Get me there now! From $350 per night; open all year round; address: Costa Verde Resort, Puerto Quepos, Quepos; more info: www.GoUnusual.com/CostaVerde
