Lodging in Costa Rica

Stay in a unique tent cabin on the pristine Carate beach, just steps away from Corcovado National Park. This remote lodge can only be reached via a short hike down the beach - but don't worry, a horse cart can bring your bags. It's a great place f...

Surrounded by nothing but forests, wildlife and coffee plantations, Tami Lodge lies between Los Quetzales National Park and Los Santos Forest Reserve, where you will find the source of the great Savegre River. Their spacious tented bungalows offer...

Stay in a handcrafted bungalow, set amidst stunning rainforest at the edge of Corcovado National Park. It’s irresistible, wild, and exciting! Adapt to the sounds of the wild from the safety of your well lit bungalow made of Melina and bamboo. You ...

Certified carbon-neutral, with a negative footprint, Rancho Margot has been a leader in sustainable ecotoursim for nearly 15 years. Rancho Margot currently protects over 400 acres of land while promoting through example environmentally sustainable...

A beautiful family-run hotel with free shuttle from the San Jose airport - this peaceful and friendly place is the perfect spot to start or end your Costa Rica trip! Nice comfortable rooms, a garden swimming pool and the Lenchos restaurant on site...

Come escape into tranquil rainforest and stunning mountains at Rancho Mastatal. The warm and welcoming Rancho community will make you feel one with the wilderness and show you the beauty of living simply. With a variety of accomodations constructe...

Stay in a rustic and charming former national park ranger station converted into a community-run ecolodge. Tesoro Verde Community Lodge is the heart of the Los Planes community's community tourism endeavors. The lodge comfortable, clean, serves br...

Hike for an hour through rainforest and over rivers to reach this beautiful, remote lodge in the Golfo Dulce Forestry Reserve. The property has its own trails where you can enjoy beautiful waterfalls, natural swimming holes and amazing wildlife vi...

An eco lodge tucked away in a private reserve in Uvita de Osa, Costa Rica, this rainforest escape provides guests with sweeping Pacific Ocean views, sandy beaches, natural pools, and the chance to experience the burgeoning forests and astonishing ...

Stay overnight in this peaceful mountain community that prides itself in its exotic and high-quality coffee and true Costa Rican hospitality. Guests will visit the coffee plantation and learn all about the coffee making process, enjoy home cooked ...

Easily the best restaurant and most comfortable cabins in Rincon – the last rural beach village before you step into Corcovado National Park from the Drake Bay side. The whole family has invested in this small tourism endeavor at the edge of the w...

This locally-run lodge and eco-tourism center offers an immersive rainforest experience and easy access to Corcovado National Park. Guests can stay in private or group 'tent cabins', go on night hikes to see rare wildlife, explore rainforest trail...

Hotel Villas Gaia offers 14 colorful bungalows (casitas) separately nestled in a jungle setting guaranteeing privacy and comfort. Enjoy a refreshing plunge in the hill top swimming pool with ocean view and enjoy delicious cuisine in the gourmet re...

Terra Viva Lodge works to provide visitors an authentic look into Costa Rican living and promote values of sustainability and conservation. Across an expansive 300 acre property, visitors can expect to encounter incredible wildlife across numerous...

This unique lodge provides a comfortable home base to explore over 830 acres of protected area in the private Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge. You'll be steps away from amazing wildlfie and a variety of habitats, from wetlands and secondary...

Bring your family or group of friends to stay in this unique hand-built house in the middle of the rainforest. Set a short walk away from the main communal area at Danta Lodge, it's a great blend of privacy and comfort. You're only steps away from...

Stay at Drake Bay Backpackers, a small non-profit hostel offering affordable lodging and food, genuine community-based tourism activities, and a rustic jungle setting in the quiet village of El Progreso, Drake Bay. Until now there has been no budg...

A true immersion into the stunning depths of the Costa Rican wilderness, Pacuare River Lodge provides travelers the chance to explore the marvels of life in the rainforest. The lodge lies tucked away in a location so secluded you arrive only by w...

Head out for a horseback ride, hike or cowboy experience through this family-run ranch and National Wildlife Refuge. Rancho la Merced preserves 506 hectares of primary and secondary wet forest, along with pastures mangroves and beach located on th...

The Socorro Lodge is located in the heart of the mountains and proud to be a 100% family owned business dedicated to protecting and conserving a special natural area. The property is on a well-traveled Costa Rican bird route which makes for great ...

Naguala Ecolodge offers a serene jungle experience in the heart of the Osa Peninsula. Relax and enjoy your stay in one of the cottages that are each in a unique location in the jungle and are equipped with windows, fans, and a private porch with r...

La Iguana Chocolate is a Costa Rican owned, fully organic chocolate farm in the quaint village of Mastatal. Run by the Garcia family, La Iguana has been growing cacao for three generations. The family now shares their love of chocolate by providin...

Experience the magic and beauty of untouched nature on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula Aguila de Osa - a true rainforest and marine adventure lodge overlooking a panorama of Drake Bay. Located at the mouth of the Aguijitas River, it's only a short dist...

Stay in of the rainforest bungalows at this serene and lush jungle hideaway on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Located in the charming town of Playa Chiquita, you can observe the peaceful rainforest environment at the lodge, head to the beach t...

Located within the Los Santos Forest Reserve and neighbored by Quetzales National Park, Sueños del Bosque offers a peaceful escape into the Costa Rican rainforest. No matter what lodging option you select, you're sure to fall in love with the tran...

Come marvel in the midst of this paradise that has exclusive access to deserted beaches, wetlands, and virgin rainforests! No matter what kind of tourism you're into from traditional to rural community tourism, you will find an activity that suits...

Come escape to the Chilamate Rainforest Eco-Retreat and stay in one of the most biologically rich areas in Costa Rica! Located right along the Sarapiqui River, Chilamate is the premier lodging option for any traveler looking to experience world cl...

Come enjoy the Cloud Forest's magnificent landscape from your bungalow at the foot of the Talamanca Mountain Range (part of Los Santos Forest Reserve and neighbored by Quetzales National Park). Delight yourself with the view of towering trees play...

Plunge down one of the top three rafting rivers in the world in a professionally guided white water raft on your journey to Pacuare River Lodge. This exhilarating and immersive experience includes a breathtaking white water rafting trip into the ...

Stay in a stunning nature bungalow or treehouse room at this lodge run by an authentic Costa Rican family. Heliconias is a place where you can enjoy a family atmosphere surrounded by nature and beautiful gardens, while enjoying fresh meals. The at...

Arenal Oasis Eco Lodge caters to visitors who seek a welcoming, warm and personalized vacation experience in a family style setting. This is an authentic back to nature property that allows guests to witness the diverse Costa Rican flora and fauna...

A small collection of cabins run by an authentic Costa Rican family. Stay in your own private cabaña among the peaceful gardens and forest, while spending your days exploring the beauty of Monteverde. Most of the products used at the hotel are ha...

This beautiful family-run ecolodge gives you direct access to their 480 acre private preserve on the undeveloped coast of the Golfo Dulce and the seldom visited Piedras Blancas National Park. The only way in is to take a private boat, ensuring com...

This colorful, family-run lodge is positioned in front of the Tortuguero Lagoon and only five minutes on boat from the Tortuguero National Park. With a rustic style and Caribbean flare, the lodge is a great base camp for exploring the natural wond...

Immerse yourself in the rainforest with a stay in one of the unique open-air cabins at Amazonitas! The beautiful 'casitas' are managed by Zulay, a warm and welcoming host (who also happens to be a great chef and masseuse). With a stay here, you'll...

A small family-run lodge with several small cabins and private rooms in a pleasant garden setting. You'll be welcomed with open arms by the Ureña family who will be happy to prepare you delicious home-cooked meals and connect you to many of the lo...

Lapa Rios Ecolodge is located in a private nature reserve which spans 1,000 acres of the Osa Peninsula. The lodge has 17 private bungalows which overlook the point where the Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean. As a model for ecotourism projects, ...

Spend some time with a genuine Costa Rican family. Share our beautiful home and enjoy our stunning location on the Osa Peninsula. Casa Drake Lodge was initiated by the Alemán-Valencia family as a way of protecting the forest and rivers located on ...

Casa Calateas is a rural Lodge in the lush hills above Cahuita National Park in the peacful community of Carbón Dos. It's run by ASODECC, an association of rural farmers who help to manage the private, 84-hectare reserve with secondary and primary...

The small 300 person village of Rancho Quemado is located in the heart of the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica! Here you will find an inviting and friendly rural community offering a wide range of activities. While staying in Rancho Quemado, you will b...

Located on the edge of Corcovado National Park, this remote lodge offers a truly immersive rainforest experience. An amazing tropical forest completely surrounds the lodge and allows you to explore the rich biodiversity of the area. The property h...

Xiña is the dynamic, engaging female main character of the award-winning documentary 2.5% - The Osa Peninsula about the impacts of tourism development on local communities in Costa Rica. The experience that Xiña offers to her jungle mountainside c...

The Costa Rican Morales Polanco family welcomes you at La Leona Eco Lodge for discovering a fascinating nature, for being in close touch with local culture or, in a word, for having a Costa Rica ecotourism dream vacation. The tropical background o...

El Chontal Ecolodge is an endearing waterfront property in the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica, perfect for quiet, relaxing stays in the midst of pure nature teaming with exotic birds. The lodges are set in a lush tropical environment directly connectin...

Run by a Costa Rican family that arrived in the town of Tortuguero about 16 years ago, with the aim of providing visitors with a cozy place to stay. The hostel is a rustic place, with 10 basic rooms, reception, hammock area, restaurant service and...

Danta Corcovado Lodge is a creatively designed, exceptional ecolodge created by visionary local community tourism entrepreneur Merlyn Oviedo. Danta offers a good homebase from which to explore much of the community tourism the Osa has to offer or ...

Disconnect from the stress of everyday life as you escape into the stunning Costa Rican rainforest at Rancho Margot. Stay in a quaint bunkhouse and experience the excitement of sustainable living as you enjoy daily yoga classes, beyond organic far...

Uniquely situated, Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin is the ideal setting to explore one of the most interesting regions and active volcanoes in the “happiest country in the world." Located in Costa Rica’s sunny Guanacaste province next to the Rincon de ...