The perfect date spot, this chic little restaurant inside El Castillo has dreamy views of the Pacific coast. Your tastebuds will be singing when you treat them to tempura shrimp, goat-cheese ravioli and expertly seared steak. There's terrific attention to presentation and taste, and the Mediterranean-style three-course dinners are worth a splurge. Great cocktails and wine list too.


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1. Reserva Playa Tortuga

0.43 MILES

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2. Playa Ventanas

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3. Parque Nacional Marino Ballena

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4. Cascada Verde

9.15 MILES

Around 2.5km inland and uphill (toward Cascada Verde hostel), this waterfall plunges into an inviting deep pool, perfect for a refreshing dip. Visitors…

5. Farmers Market

9.17 MILES

Held a short distance from the main entrance to Uvita, along the unpaved road, this sweet little farmers market on Saturdays is a good place to mingle…

7. Reserva Biológica Oro Verde

11.76 MILES

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8. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

15.54 MILES

Around 1.5km east and uphill from Dominical, this wildlife sanctuary takes in injured and orphaned animals as well as illegal pets. Its mission is to…