Los Elementos
Hatillo, Costa Rica!

The incredible balance of sand, sea and mountains makes the Southern Pacific area of Costa Rica a destination worth traveling to. It has clockwork sunsets with a fiery glaze, and dark volcanic sands that warm the ocean to balmy temperatures. All surrounded by some of the most spectacular tropical rain forests in the world. Moments away from the beach are pools of fresh water surrounded by ferns and natural waterfalls that cascade down the mountainside.

Los Elementos is located central and south on the Pacific side near Dominical about 20 min drive south of Quepos and Manuel Antonio.

Flying to Costa Rica

  • Getting to Costa Rica is easy. Most major US carriers serve Costa Rica nonstop from multiple gateways. Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, Dallas, Charlotte, and New York City/Newark are just some of the major US cities that serve either Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose, or Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia in the northern part of the country. To reach the Dominical / Manuel Antonio area, the more convenient airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose.

Flying to Los Elementos

  • Once in San Jose there are a few options to get the Villas. Sansa, http://www.flysansa.com  which is conveniently right next to the SJO airport or Nature Air http://www.natureair.com which is at Pavas airport so you have to allow about 30 min to get to there. For private flights there is Areobell Air http://www.aerobell.com  and Paradise Air http://www.flywithparadise.com  both are about 30 min away in the Pavas Airport as well. Arrangements can be made to be picked up by either airline at the main SJO arrivals terminal for an extra charge.


  • Transportation to Los Elementos

    You can also contact our concierge and arrange for a private car service. Or drive yourself; it's about a 3 hour drive. You will pass through Joco where Automercado the largest supermarket in the area is located. They offer a full selection of international brands.

  • About Dominical / Hatillo Area

    The incredible balance of sand, sea and mountains makes the Southern Pacific area of Costa Rica a destination worth traveling to. It has clockwork sunsets with a fiery glaze, and dark volcanic sands that warm the ocean to balmy temperatures. All of which is surrounded by some of the most spectacular tropical rain forests in the world. Moments away from the beach are pools of fresh cool water and hundreds of natural waterfalls cascading down the mountainsides.

    Hatillo and Dominical lay on the Southern Pacific Ocean the border separating them is the Río Barú, a fresh water river that runs from the mountains into the ocean.  To the east 3000-foot mountains create a cloud forest, and to the south dark volcanic ash creates coffee colored beaches and coves.

    Since the main part of the town of Dominical is set slightly back from the beach, it seems to magically disappear as you drift into the water, leaving only the tall beach palms and mangroves surrounded by fertile green hills to guide you along the coastline.

    The international community has known Dominical Costa Rica for many years. It became a destination in the early seventies by a group of spirited and dedicated surfers, and because of its consistently good waves Dominical has steadily gained in popularity. The town has become a haven for surfers, with local restaurants offering "Starving Surfer" specials and nonstop surf videos. The unusual conditions of the beach give the surf its size, dependability and the gentle run off and white water splash that also make it perfect for learning.

    The area surrounding Dominical, especially to the south nearing the Osa Peninsula, is almost completely unpopulated. Because of this, the area is full of hundreds of different species of exotic animals including; three different types of toucans, giant green and red iguanas, all four types of native monkeys, parrots of all sizes and hues, three toed sloths and various small cats such as jaguarondis.

    The private reserve Hacienda Baru is located just minutes away.  Two more parks Manuel Antonio National Park, Corcovado National Park are just a quick drive away.  Cano Island National Preserve to the south is the country's underwater national park where it is possible to see a pristine underwater world with scores of multi-colorful marine creatures, coral reefs and jagged, ash black, volcanic rocks and tide pools.

  • Hatillo / Dominical, Costa Rican Weather

    The South Pacific where we are located has a shorter dry season and experiences more afternoon rains than its northern counterpart, Guanacaste in the North Pacific.

    The South Pacific where Dominical is located has a shorter dry season and experiences more intense afternoon rains than its northern counterpart, Guanacaste in the North Pacific.

    Dry Season Weather

    From the end of December until April, the dry season is marked with 75% humidity, and average temperatures of 79°F (26°C) along the coast with average daytime temps of 88°F (31°C) and night time temperatures of 71°F (22°C).

    Green Season Weather

    In the lowlands during the Green season, May through November, this region maintains an average humidity of 90% in July and October. Strangely enough, late June or July typically experiences a "veranillo" (little dry season) with a dramatic decrease in rain but is one of the most humid months.

    Best time to visit

    Contrary to common belief and the tourism statistics, the best time to visit our area in our opinion is the green season. The reason for this is that the air is much fresher and clearer due to the occasional afternoon and evening showers. The green season is the time of year when our area reveals; genuine tropical rain forests with lots of water in the waterfalls, dense lush green foliage, and exuberant flowers.