The 35-room hotel will bring Rivella’s signature balance of surf, design, dining, wellness, and family-friendly experiences to one of Costa Rica’s most in-demand destinations.

Rivella Group announces the opening of Hotel Fermata, a 35-room beachfront hotel in the heart of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. Positioned in front of the iconic La Lora surf break, Hotel Fermata reflects the spirit of this coastal destination: laidback, vibrant, and deeply connected to the ocean.

The property will join Rivella’s growing portfolio in December 2025, which includes Outpost Nosara, Sendero Hotel, and Sendero Villas. Like its sister properties, Hotel Fermata combines thoughtful design, intuitive service and an authentic sense of place.

With a mix of rooms, casitas, suites and a two-bedroom villa, Hotel Fermata was designed for flexibility, welcoming couples, friends and families alike. Each space offers generous indoor-outdoor living, understated elegance and a natural flow that connects effortlessly to the outdoors. On-property amenities include:

• Fermata Kitchen – An oceanfront restaurant led by Chef Olivier Palazzo, blending Mediterranean flavors with French technique. Designed for sharing, it sets a soulful, social tone. Out front, the beachfront lawn hosts Hotel Fermata’s signature sunset aperitivo ritual, often flowing into music and fun that lingers long after the sun goes down.
• Beach House – A relaxed members-only hub for Santa Teresa’s surf community and hotel guests, offering board storage, lockers, outdoor showers and a come-as-you-are café for post-surf coffee, smoothies or a cold beer.
• Surf School – With direct beach access and expert-led lessons for every level, from first rides to advanced coaching with photo and video analysis.
• Wellness Spa – A serene coastal oasis offering high-quality treatments and therapies.
• Expansive Resort Style Pool – With just the right mix of sun and shade.
• Kids Activities – A jungle-to-beach program crafted to keep children active and curious.

“Hotel Fermata is an invitation to slow down. To let the ocean set your rhythm,” said Stefanie Tannenbaum, Co-Founder of Rivella Group. “It’s a space that reflects the raw energy of Santa Teresa while offering the comfort and ease our guests have come to love across our properties, this time with the added feature of a resort-style experience.”

Sustainability and social good are central to Hotel Fermata. Built with eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems, the property minimizes environmental impact while preserving Santa Teresa's natural beauty. Rivella also prioritizes a local-first approach, creating meaningful and fairly compensated opportunities for residents and partnering with organizations focused on conservation and community development.

Hotel Fermata opens December 22, 2025, and is now receiving bookings.

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ABOUT RIVELLA GROUP

Rivella Group is a brand known to create unique hospitality offerings that combine the laidback rhythm of surfers with the simple luxury of design, nature and service. Founded in Costa Rica, the Rivella portfolio includes Outpost Nosara, a hybrid co-working and wellness club; Sendero Hotel, a boutique 25-room hotel with a surf school and restaurant; Sendero Villas, a collection of private villas with plunge pools and concierge service; and Fermata, the brand’s newest beachfront destination in Santa Teresa.

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