Tucked into the wild, green coastline of Jalisco’s Costalegre, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo offers a quieter kind of luxury—one rooted in place, tradition and the rhythms of the natural world.
The resort sits within a 3,000-acre private eco-reserve, a largely untouched stretch of Pacific coast known as the “Coast of Joy.” Just 2% of the land has been developed, and that restraint is part of the experience. The resort’s 157 accommodations—ranging from suites to private villas—are discreetly built into the landscape, offering expansive views of the ocean and surrounding jungle.
Designed by a team of leading Mexican architects and landscape designers, including Victor Legorreta, Mauricio Rocha and Mario Schjetnan, the architecture is deliberately low-profile. Terracotta-colored exteriors mirror the land, while interiors are shaped by natural textures, handmade ceramics and locally woven textiles. Much of the craftsmanship is sourced from across Mexico, grounding the resort in regional identity.
A stay here is largely about balance: between luxury and ecology, design and wildness, privacy and connection. Days may begin with coffee on a shaded terrace perched into the stunning cliffside, or a walk down to Majahua Beach, where the sand feels almost untouched.
While the experience is intentionally unhurried, the resort does offer structure for those who want it. There’s a trio of three cascading infinity pools, a handful of quiet coves and beachfronts, and Spa Tamarindo, where treatments use native botanicals and draw on Mesoamerican traditions—including temazcal ceremonies led by local practitioners.
The resort’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond its architecture. Rancho Lola, a new 35-acre working farm on the property, supports both the kitchen and the surrounding ecosystem. Guests can visit the greenhouse, take part in tree-planting efforts or join a small chef’s table dinner featuring produce harvested just hours earlier. The meliponary—home to native, stingless Melipona bees—signals a future step toward house-made honey.
The property’s three dining concepts reflect this same connection to place. Nacho leans into casual coastal fare, while Sal focuses on open-fire grilling and seafood. Coyul offers more refined flavors with seasonal ingredients, but none of it feels out of step with the region. There’s no pretense—just thoughtful, carefully made food.
An on-site Discovery Center, staffed by biologists and conservationists, introduces guests to the land’s biodiversity through hikes, marine observation and education about ongoing preservation work. For golfers, an 18-hole course designed by David Fleming winds through cliffs and jungle with panoramic ocean views.
Getting to Tamarindo is now easier with the Air & Suites Package, which includes a private flight from Puerto Vallarta to Chamela followed by a scenic drive through the reserve. It’s available to guests staying four nights or more in Cliffside or Beachfront Suites through Dec. 18.
Costalegre is still one of Mexico’s lesser-known coastlines, which may be its greatest asset. Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo doesn’t try to change that. Instead, it offers a respectful way in—an invitation to pause, look closer and let the place speak for itself.
For more, visit fourseasons.com/tamarindo.
Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo
Location: La Manzanilla, Jalisco, Mexico
Address:
Km 7.5, Highway 200
Barra de Navidad, 48898
La Manzanilla, Jal., Mexico
Phone: +52 357 689 0012
Website: fourseasons.com/tamarindo
On-Site Highlights:
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Sal – Wood-fired coastal cuisine
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Coyul – Refined seasonal dining
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Nacho – Casual Mexican fare
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The Spa at Four Seasons Tamarindo
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18-hole golf course
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Rancho Lola sustainable farm