Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River ★★★★

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring ★★★★

"This villa was so relaxing. I love the minimalist appearance with special touches such as fresh coffee available and spring water for drinking. The management was very helpful and attentive. Great stay!"

Vida Aventura Ranch ★★★

"We spent a day on Vida Aventura Ranch and it was really great! We had a beautiful apartment with a fantastic view. The pool area was excellent and our kids loved the nature water slide as well as the horse riding. Thanks also to all the stuff who makes our stay unforgettable!"

Jardin entre Montañas ★★★

"We stayed December 2024 in the very private Cocoa Cabin. Breakfast was varied each day and was exceptional (hot Chocolate from the cocoa for their yard). It was a nice treat not to have to share any walls with other guests (just the sounds of frogs at night and birds in the morning). At night we could look for frogs in the garden with the owner. The place was very clean and comfortable. The hosts were very warm and we loved learning about Costa Rica culture. Shower is hot water on demand, so you could change the temperature to hot or cooler on the shower dial (based on the season). Small kitchen with the necessary basics was included. They only recommended tours and restaurants they were familiar with and approved. Close to a lovely national park with waterfalls, all sorts of tours are available in this area and better than Monteverde with wildlife abundant (we saw 2 and 3 toed sloths, toucans, frogs in the garden). Wifi connection was consistent. I would go back in a heartbeat."

Mei Tai Cacao Lodge ★★★

"Stay at Finca Mei Tai if you want an authentic stay in Costa Rica close to the Tenorio national park and Rio Celeste. You will feel like part of the family when you leave. This is not a place for you if you want ultra luxurious air-conditioned accommodations. Our family loved our three night stay in the Manta bungalow, a wooden structure on a small pond at the edge of a mountainous rainforest. Finca Mei tai is an operating cacao farm and bed-and-breakfast. The manta bungalow has a spacious outdoor living area and kitchen as well as two separate enclosed bedrooms with a large bathroom that connects the two bedrooms. There was plenty of room for our family of four. The bird watching from the patio area was outstanding and a huge hit with my bird-loving daughter as we saw countless parrots and toucans. Our son enjoyed exploring the trails on the property as well as fishing in the ponds. The best part of the Finca, however, is the delicious made-to-order breakfast that Cecile will serve each morning. We enjoyed fresh-squeezed juices, French press local arabica coffee, made-to-order eggs, homemade bread, locally sourced jams, and even world-class chocolates made with their cacao beans. Cecile has many great suggestions of local places to visit and eat. Take the time to explore the grounds. A stay here is a unique and personal experience, and we hope to return soon!"

Rancho Humo Estancia ★★★

"If you want to experience the true Costa Rica blue zone way of life…. This fantastic boutique hotel is for you! So, you are out in the wilds but that’s the idea. The last 6 miles drive is on local unmade roads, well worth a few bumps. On arrival we were greeted by Keneth, our host for the weekend. Keneth is a mine of local information and local wildlife expert. He was our guide for the evening wet lands tour. ( an adventure in our rental car). So many birds this time of year. We also did the river tour the next morning. We were in the jungle! Again, so many birds, crocodiles, iguanas. Another must do. Kenya is the hotel chef. What fantastic, simple, tasty food. We wanted all her recipes 😂. And it’s a working dairy farm. Didn’t get to milk the cow’s though. This place is a must do in Costa Rica."

Rinconcito Lodge ★★★

"I booked at the last minute but never regret doing so. This property is beyond my expectations and well managed and organized. Breakfast is good lunch also. They have a nice swimming pool and the view is also fantastic. Vibe is great definitely a chill place for vocations. And it’s close to most of the locations."

Cataratas Bijagua Lodge, Incluye Tour Autoguiado Bijagua Waterfalls Hike ★★

"My wife, daughters and I had a wonderful stay at Cataratas Bijagua Lodge in March 2024! The breakfasts were excellent and made fresh. Genuine Costa Rican fare. The location was perfect as it is only 5 minutes from Bijagua and there are trails that lead from the cabins deeper into the jungle (a beautiful viewpoint that overlooks the valley, a waterfall, etc). We saw monkeys, coati, and too many birds to count. The hammock and swinging chairs on the cabin porch were perfect for evening relaxation. The accommodations are perfect for those who are looking for basic necessities rather than the overrated creature comforts that bigger resorts offer. Highly recommended!"

Origins Lodge Floral ★★★★