"A smaller, more intimate hot-springs operation focused almost exclusively on bathing, this facility is set amid lush flora and abundant wildlife so guests can relax in the pools while watching toucans and other birds overhead; the on-site restaurant is also noted as a delicious complement to the tranquil, nature-centered experience." - Ashley Harrell Ashley Harrell Ashley Harrell is a Northern California-based journalist who writes about the sea, wildlife, travel, and more. As a Lonely Planet writer, she's co-authored 48 guidebooks in 15 countries and serves as an editor at SFGate. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines