Evia Life Resort: Transforming Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast with Sustainable Luxury

Published on July 17, 2025

New on the relaxed Caribbean coast of Costa Rica amidst tropical rainforest and pristine beaches, Evia Life Resort is now welcoming guests in Puerto Viejo. This unique retreat heralds a new age of responsible, immersive luxury, allowing nature itself to feed your soul through its natural rhythms.

Home to just 10 luxurious private jungle villas, three saltwater pools and dedicated yoga and medita- tion spaces, Evia Life Resort is a retreat for anyone yearning for peace and an appreciation of nature. The design of the resort is focused on barefoot luxury unlike any other; where visitors can wake up to the sounds of howler monkeys and go to sleep under a blanket of stars, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the jungle.

A Vision Grounded in Sustainability and Mission

Evia Life Resort’s founders had a joint vision: Jaka Dolenc, Uroš Mesojedec, Gašper Pavli, and Robert Klun. Brought together by a love of: purposeful travel, modern masstige design, sustainability and sense of purpose, their vision is to create a resort experience that goes beyond luxury. Sustainability-driven architect and green design award-winner Robert Klun was instrumental in realizing this vision. His quality of environmentally responsible architectural design is carried through every detail of the resort; from the sky-reaching villas to the buildings slotted into the natural terrain.

Evia Life Resort is more than a residence; it is an invitation to reconnect with yourself and with the environment. The resort also features tailored, nature-inspired experiences such as jungle treks, cacao ceremonies and forest bathing to rejuvenate and inspire guests. A labor of love where every choice, from the building materials right down to the activities on offer, reflects a dedication to sustainability and a profound regard for the local ecosystem.

Impact on the Tourism Scenario in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has quite a bit of green cred, devoting more than 25% of its land to conservation. With the addition of Evia Life Resort, Greece strengthens its reputation as a leading destination for sustainable-seeking travelers. Read More Since inaugural, Evia Life Resort has risen to provide a blend of ultra luxury, environmental consciousness, and a niche market that prefers to lead by example when travelling.

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The resort’s focus on sustainability and community involvement also directly supports the local economy. Evia Life Resort also works with local suppliers and artisans to ensure that the communities around the resort benefit from the regional economy. Finally, the influx of eco-tourists results in new job possibilities and in the maintenance of local traditions and crafts.

Plus, the property’s focus on environmental education and conservation is directly in line with Costa Rica’s national initiatives to protect biodiversity and achieve carbon neutrality. Projects such as reforestation projects and wildlife conservation efforts, Evia Life Resort assists the country in meeting their environmental goals.

A Prototype for Tomorrow’s Sustainable Luxury

Evia Life Resort serves as an emblematic example for prospective ventures involving sustainable luxury tourism. Its eco-friendly design, community and nature-forward experiences prove that luxury and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. Other destinations could follow in the resort’s footsteps leading to a more sustainable and responsible tourism industry globally.

For travelers who wishes to experience the real experience and self-transformation that Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast offers, Evia Life Resort propose this unique opportunity to totally engage with Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast and adopt the principles of sustainable tourism. A living example of what we can achieve in eco-conscious luxury and what we stand to lose if we continue to develop without regard for the places we love.

References:
Costa Rican Tourism Institute, National System of Conservation Areas, Costa Rican Ministry of Environment and Energy, Costa Rican Institute of Biodiversity, Costa Rican Chamber of Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism