A Collection of Off-Getaways by LANDED
For more than twenty years, LANDED has traced the quieter margins of the isthmus, finding places where privacy is a natural resource. The locations on this list are closely held—fine-tuned for those who prioritize time together away from the crowds. These are quiet corners where one can write the stories of a life well lived—memory-scapes than you can revisit mentally for doses of rejuvenation and joy.
Each of these sanctuaries has been chosen for travelers like you: those who crave solitude, natural beauty, and even epiphany. Places that allow you the rare luxuries of space and peace—venues for re-integration into sources of natural strength: mystery, vastness, and awe.
We invite you to consider these locations as conversation starters. Every LANDED journey is custom tailored—an original travel design shaped around your dreams, requirements, and priorities. At LANDED, we’re miles away from the off-the-shelf travel catalog companies. Let’s get to know you.
10. Villa Bokeh · Antigua · Guatemala
Beyond the vibrant markets and cobblestone charm of Antigua, Villa Bokeh rests in manicured gardens beneath three volcanoes. Stone corridors hold the cool of morning. Fountains babble softly. Light gathers along tiled floors. It feels sheltered, composed, apart.
For Couples
Garden seclusion, volcano views, and Antigua at arm’s reach—intimacy without isolation.
For Multi-Generational Families
A refined base for shared exploration, with space to gather and room to retreat. Smore’s at your private patio fireplace. Parrots in the trees. Leisurely mornings with fresh coffee and perfect omelets.
9. Hacienda Montezuma · Northern Volcanoes · Costa Rica
Crossing the river to arrive, fortunate horses greet you, happily grazing on tall grass. The generous porches of the ranch house are adorned with bougainvillea. Old-growth forest resounds with the calls of howler monkeys and toucans. This is Costa Rica at its rural roots—cowboys, home-grown picnics, and countryside hikes.
Hacienda Montezuma stretches across 2,500 acres of protected primary and secondary forest between the Miravalles and Tenorio volcanoes. This land forms a significant biological corridor for a wealth of native flora and fauna, including the elusive Baird’s tapir.
For Couples
River crossings, dusk on horseback, endless sunsets—pure, unscripted romance.
For Multi-Generational Families
An expansive private estate where adventure unfolds naturally across generations.
8. Pico Bonito National Park · Honduras
Rising from Caribbean lowlands, Pico Bonito is rainforest at its most intact. Rivers run clear. Ceiba trees anchor the canopy. Dawn arrives in birdsong and mist.
Trails here reward visitors with gauzy lookout points and spectacular views of thundering waterfalls. Birdwatchers flock to this region—the richest avian habitat in Honduras. Trails lead to just-for-you cascades and river pools.
For Couples
Immersion in wild beauty — river swims, canopy silence, uninterrupted presence.
For Multi-Generational Families
Guided rafting and wildlife encounters that transform nature into shared discovery.
7. Gaia Riverlodge · Mountain Pine Ridge · Belize
Gaia Riverlodge rests just above the Five Sisters Falls in Belize’s Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. The property is cloaked in pine forest, and the lodge offers sweeping views of the falls.
Cool air. Candlelight. Measured quiet. Nearby, the ancient city of Caracol rises from jungle canopy and limestone caves share their secrets. River pools are your to explore.
For Couples
A waterfall at your doorstep and evenings defined by stillness.
For Multi-Generational Families
Maya exploration by day, riverside gathering by night.
6. Hotel Aguas Claras · Puerto Viejo · Costa Rica
On Costa Rica’s Caribbean edge near Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Aguas Claras blends Victorian lines with barefoot ease. The beach is steps away. The mood is artistic, layered, soulful. Nearby, a wildlife rescue center, a craft-chocolate studio, and some of the best snorkeling and surfing in Costa Rica.
For Couples
Color, sea, and slow mornings—intimate and effortlessly stylish.
For Multi-Generational Families
Bike, snorkel, surf, and explore—relaxed energy with thoughtful design.
5. La Lancha · Lake Peten Itza · Guatemala
Above Lake Petén Itza, La Lancha faces the setting sun. Created by Francis Ford Coppola, the lodge is expressive and personal—colorful textiles, family heirlooms, and measured light.
Imagine perfect traditional breakfasts, spa sessions overlooking the lake, temescal steam-bath sessions at dusk, and proximity to the temples of Tikal.
For Couples
Tikal’s temple views at sunrise, golden water and swaying hammocks at dusk.
For Multi-Generational Families
History that captivates all ages, anchored by comfort and calm.
4. Morgan’s Rock · Playa Herradura · Nicaragua
Morgan’s Rock is one of our favorite beach destinations in Central America: an eco-lux lodge on a forested hillside above Nicaragua’s southwest Pacific Coast. The lodge is set within a 2,000-acre private reserve—home to howler monkeys, sloths, and dozens of tropical bird species.
Near San Juan del Sur, rainforest hugs a golden Pacific crescent. Bungalows perch among the trees. Howlers greet the morning. Newly hatched sea turtles sprint to the surf. Light turns molten at sunset.
For Couples
Seclusion above the sea and horseback rides along untouched shore.
For Multi-Generational Families
Wildlife, wide beaches, and room to roam—nature and comfort in harmony.
3. Gladden Private Island · Placencia · Belize
Gladden Private Island is an intimate sanctuary of palms, powdery sand, and starry nights. Inside, you’ll find two bedrooms, each with en suite bathroom. The low-lying coral islet rests in clear blue waters 20 miles (approximately one hour) east of the Belizean beach town of Placencia.
It’s an excellent base for snorkeling, diving, fishing, and beach-hopping excursions. The Gladden Spit, famous for its whale sharks diving, is just a few miles away.
Privacy here is absolute. Meals appear quietly. The sea shifts through impossible blues. Time loses urgency.
For Couples
Total seclusion—nothing between you and the horizon.
For Multi-Generational Families
Exclusive-use simplicity for milestone celebrations in complete privacy.
2. Rio Perdido · near Bagaces · Costa Rica
Rio Perdido is a family-owned retreat on a 600-acre private reserve in Costa Rica’s northern volcanic region. The lodge resets on a cliff at the junction of a white volcanic river and a geothermal stream.
Rio Perdido was conceived as the ideal playground for active family adventures—zipline tours, river tubing, forest hikes, and mountain biking.
For Couples
Adrenaline by day, thermal river and spa sessions, private dining beneath the stars.
For Multi-Generational Families
Tailor-made adventure and nature-forward comfort.
1. Islas Secas · Gulf of Chiriqui · Panama
Islas Secas Reserve & Lodge is a private archipelago—fourteen islands off Panama’s Pacific Coast. The ethos: adventure, discovery, and conservation.
White sand. Volcanic stone. Coral gardens beneath translucent water. Humpbacks and dolphins. Guides to help you master every water sport. Food and beverages prepared with originality and grace.
For Couples
An archipelago that feels entirely your own.
For Multi-Generational Families
Celebrate together on islands ideally suited for privacy and wonder. Explore beaches by private charter, snorkel, e-foil with dolphins, and watch whales from your villa. Pure Panama magic.
Why LANDED Is the Best Choice for Couples
Romantic travel deserves intention and insight. LANDED crafts journeys composed with care and intuition. Private transfers timed to perfection. Surprise celebrations woven seamlessly into your days. Suites chosen for atmosphere, privacy, and comfort.
We design journeys of connection—not distraction. Your story informs every decision.
Why LANDED Is the Best Choice for Multi-Generational & Legacy Travel
A 50th anniversary. A retirement celebration. Three generations exploring together. These journeys require choreography—balancing energy levels, interests, and expectations without sacrificing connection.
LANDED specializes in:
- Exclusive-use estates and lodges
- Seamless private aviation and ground logistics
- Guides skilled in engaging children, teens, and grandparents alike
- Meaningful cultural access that fosters shared reflection
Original travel design ensures special moments for each family member. The result: a new chapter in your collective story.
Let LANDED craft your family’s defining Central American journey.
Custom Tailored. Deeply Personal. Entirely Original.
LANDED’s travel designers live and work across Central and South America. We know our destinations first-hand and by heart. Our relationships open doors that remain closed to conventional travel planners.
Every LANDED itinerary is a true original shaped through one-on-one conversation, insight, and meticulous orchestration.
This is travel design powered by human insight. No algorithms. No shortcuts.
This is LANDED.
Connect with your expert travel designer today and begin creating your secret escape.