Puerto Jiménez
Here is a supercool way for budget travelers to experience all the adventure and wildness of a jungle lodge without the hefty price tag. This property is…
Must-see hotels in Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
Finca Bellevista is a 242-hectare community of arboreal abodes near Parque Nacional Piedras Blancas. Tree house and canopy dwellings are individually…
Bahía Drake
The five luxurious cabins in this glorious bluff-top location catch the breeze and expansive views of Drake Bay from private decks. The chef uses organic…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
Midway between the Los Patos Ranger Station and La Palma, this low-key lodge is a fantastic base to visit Corcovado and explore the surrounding forest…
The Road to Chirripó
Just 50m from the Chirripó trailhead, this adorable hostel is built into the side of the mountain and is characterized by the warmth and knowledge of…
Puerto Jiménez
Here are the most architecturally alluring cabins in the area: two-story bungalows with breezy decks, bamboo furniture, orthopedic beds draped in mosquito…
The Road to Chirripó
The most elegant place in San Gerardo, this upscale lodge consists of lovely stucco bungalows with colorful Colombian architectural accents. The leather…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
The freshest B&B in the region is exquisitely run by a sweet Belgian-Tico couple. It hits every note with pitch-perfect elegance. Sharp, modern cabins all…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
Tucked in amid a good surfing beach and lush jungle, the six beautifully handcrafted, thatch-roofed bamboo bungalows are open-air, allowing for all the…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
For total immersion in rural life, stay at this rustic farmhouse in the midst of 25 hectares of rainforest. There's no electricity, so you'll be up with…
Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
Nestled into a 65-hectare private reserve, Nicuesa is a wonderful retreat and ecolodge. The dreamy accommodations come with canopied beds, indigenous…
Bahía Drake
This excellent nonprofit, off-the-beaten-track hostel is a boon for budget travelers wanting to connect with the local community. All rooms have sturdy…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
They might look rustic from the outside with their thatch roofs and stilts, but these 10 hillside cabinas are gorgeously outfitted inside. Built with…
Bahía Drake
This absolute gem of a finca hotel stretches across the hills 2km south of Agujitas. Cost-conscious travelers are drawn by the excellent value-to-price…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
One of Costa Rica's best all-inclusive wilderness lodges, Lapa Ríos combines luxury with a rustic, tropical ambience. It comprises 17 spacious, thatched…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
This adorable lodge consists of colorful wooden cabins and safari tents, located near the picturesque beach of the same name. The owners are warm hosts…
The Road to Chirripó
This charming wooden cottage overlooks the river, northeast of the soccer field. Guests rave about the warm welcome and tasty meals prepared by the owner…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
Set amid extensive gardens and orchards, this lodge is arguably the most beautiful and intimate in all of Golfo Dulce. Stunning modern wooden cabins are…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
To stay at Finca Exotica is to glamp in a tropical Eden, surrounded by 90 hectares of farmland that include more than 125 species of fruit and vegetables,…
The Road to Chirripó
Set within the eponymous reserve, these appealing garden and river cabins all show off beautifully embellished wood and tile interiors, with indigenous…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
This legendary Dutch-run outpost is literally the end of the road in Punta Banco. Here, surfers gather to socialize in the evenings, sharing family-style…
Parque Nacional Corcovado
This wonderful, farm-based rural-tourism project is run by Eduardo and his hospitable family. There are various nature trails on the property, and it's a…
Puerto Jiménez
The most appealing place to stay in Puerto Jiménez proper, Cabinas Jiménez combines the convenience of a central location with the ambience and amenities…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
A large thatch-roof rancho, strung with hammocks, is the centerpiece of this property. Behind it, shiny wooden cabinas face the waves. They are dimly lit…
The Road to Chirripó
Simple but sweet chalets are lined up along a small lake, surrounded by beautiful gardens and trails through the forest. The digs are not fancy, but…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
This is a beachfront, jungle-shrouded hostel and turtle-conversation project, beloved by travelers for the relaxed atmosphere, home-cooked meals and…
The Road to Chirripó
Birders rave about this lodge, surrounded by 13km of walking trails and viewing platforms that provide an excellent chance of spotting the resplendent…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
This tranquil retreat has simple rooms and dorms with shared bathroom facilities, as well as more private cabins. Prices include three fantastic…
The Road to Chirripó
Named for the sly tayra (tree otter) spotted on the grounds, this cutesy B&B is run by a lovely, chatty expat couple. There are five spacious, light…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
In the midst of a 13-hectare private reserve, this ecolodge is a birdwatcher’s paradise; guests can opt for unlimited birding and herping packages. Liz…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
Emphasizing rejuvenation, this intimate oceanfront retreat center attracts those looking to unwind, through yoga, swimming in the chemical-free pool or…
The Road to Chirripó
A hillside hacienda overlooking the lush Valle de General, this Auberge Resort consists of self-contained casitas (cottages) and suites, their decor…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
This biological reserve is an education center rather than a tourist facility, aimed at those wanting to learn about the importance of various tropical…
Bahía Drake
On the east side of the Río Agujitas, this swanky lodge offers spacious bungalows with cathedral ceilings and private decks with expansive ocean views…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
About 2km toward Punta Banco, this former surfer's haven has been turned into a luxurious four-room retreat, complete with maid service, fully stocked…
To Corcovado via Puerto Jiménez
A steep road crisscrosses the Río Carate and up the valley to this enchanting mountain retreat on the border of Parque Nacional Corcovado. Accommodations…
The Road to Chirripó
This aptly named lodge features a panoramic view from its charming reception area and restaurant, which serves local specialties such as fried trout…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
Esquinas consists of 16 spacious, high-ceilinged, fan-cooled cabins with indigenous textiles on the walls. The lodge’s extensive grounds include…
Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa
These three cabinas are colorful, with bold patterned linens and brightly painted walls. The upstairs rooms share the hammock-hung terrace, while the…
Bahía Drake
It's not easy to reach Naguala Jungle Lodge (ATVs required) but it's worth it. Set on 15 hectares in Los Planes, 7km from Agujitas, the family-run lodge…
