Set on the beach in Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park, El Icaco Tortuguero offer Caribbean Sea views from the common areas. You can observe the protected Green Turtle laying its eggs nearby.
Baptiste
Germany
- location next to the beach
- refreshing swimming pool
- AC in the rooms
Featuring river views and an on-site restaurant, Cabinas El Muellecito is located in Tortuguero. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. Turtle Beach is just 394 feet away.
David
Canada
Great location helpful staff clean facilities And a wonderful breakfast
Cabinas Balcon del Mar Tortuguero is just 328 feet from hiking and fishing at Tortuguero National Park. Free WiFi access is available. The beach is just steps away.
Patrice
United States of America
Great location. Very close to the beach and national park. Short walk to town. Hammocks to rest in outside. Quiet at night. I could hear the sound of the waves. Ask for a map of the town because at first it’s a little confusing. I think mostly locals stay here. No AC but it wasn’t needed. My room had 3 beds and a fan for each bed. The proprietor used an app to translate his Spanish into English for me. I was very pleased with this place.
Surrounded by an extensive garden and located 656 feet from Tortuguero National Park, Hostal y Cabinas Tortuguero features a terrace with hammocks and free Wi-Fi throughout.
Located in Tortuguero and with Tortuguero Beach reachable within a few steps, Carey Lodging provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the property...
Sushan
United States of America
It was clean, colorful, and people were nice and accommodating.
Hotel Serendipity is located in Tortuguero, a few steps from Tortuguero Beach. Featuring a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
Diana
United States of America
perfect place...close to many restaurants the beach, and shops
meal prepared for us was great
La Casona Eco-Lodge Tortuguero features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Tortuguero. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a few steps from Tortuguero Beach.
MisMiriam features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Tortuguero. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a few steps from Tortuguero Beach.
Das Personal war sehr nett und hilfsbereit auch über WhatsApp.
Set on the beach in Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park, El Icaco Tortuguero offer Caribbean Sea views from the common areas. You can observe the protected Green Turtle laying its eggs nearby.
Desk man Rashid was very helpful, great place to stay
Offering an outdoor pool, tropical garden and a restaurant, Manatus Hotel is located in Tortuguero. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. There is also a fitness center.
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The town is ok - plenty of eateries. The accommodation at Cabinas Sports Fishing was wonderful! The early morning boat trip was very enjoyable, as was the Jaguar trail in the National Park. The Budda Cafe has a nice vibe and good food. We were there in April so missed the turtle nesting season but still very much worth a visit!
Mark
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
What a gem.
What a gem. We had three nights here but in hindsight could have done two (a lot of people just do one). Two nights gives you a chance to soak up the atmosphere and explore the village from end to end.
It was an experience getting there - a 1hr boat trip (which can be longer depending on the water levels). On arrival we were surprised at the number of bars and restaurants - a huge variety. Many on the waterfront and how wonderful to have no cars. Our hotel met us at the wharf and transferred our luggage.
The hotels are right amongst the locals houses - so you really get to know the village and can hear all the 'goings on'. Just walking around you see the houses, some of the challenges living there, the flora and fauna.
We did a motor boat tour at 9am - would recommend doing this at 6am as the forest wakes up. Its amazing on the water - seeking the birds close up, camen, monkeys and iguanas. You will see more animals on a tour of the forest but its still worth the experience.
The motor boat tour includes national park entry - but I would recommend using a guide in the park as despite what you think its really hard to spot animals without the 'experienced eye'; and of course its their livelihood. I also did a night tour - there were a lot of other night tours - we walked along the route to the airport so it didn't feel super secluded - but we did see an armadillo, spiders, a snake, sloth and an iguana. Just goes to show nature is all around us - but again I would never have seen it without the experienced guide.
Overall its quite an experience and would suggest Tortuguera is a 'must have' on a Costa Rica itinerary.
NomadZ
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Loved the fact that the boat dropped us off at the hotel's...
Loved the fact that the boat dropped us off at the hotel's dock and picked us up here as well. Checkin was a breeze but make sure you have the cash to pay for the room and any tours. Canoe/boat tours, day hikes, night walks were arranged by the hotel in advance for very nominal rates. The tours start right at the hotel and hence very convenient.
The hotel sits on the banks of the river and the views are lovely especially during dusk and dawn. We experienced torrential rain one afternoon and during the night. The rain in the afternoon did not last long. The canals are accessible by boat, canoe and kayaks. Tortuguero is laid back and a nice place to wind down and experience time float by.
Great place to see Great Green Macaws fly by during dawn and dusk. We also saw the last of the turtle hatchings make their way to the sea. Wonderful sight to experience. The town and beach are easily accessible. The canals are teeming in wildlife. We saw green basilisks, iguanas, jacanas, toucans, caimans, herons and monkeys (howler, spider and capuchin). On the night walk we saw frogs (Savage's bullfrog, red-eyed tree frog, some snakes, and a sloth at close range.
The hotel staff were nice. The free breakfast was an added bonus. Laundry service was available for a fee. The town was easily accessible by foot. Local food at the sodas was fulfilling. Overall a wonderful experience!
Shafeek
United States of America
10
Scored 10
It was like going to the Amazon River and experiencing...
It was like going to the Amazon River and experiencing wildlife and diversity. It was a multi cultural place with a taste of how locals villagers live , ocean access, river access and the best part is watching conservation of turtles. Turtle night tour is a must do!!?
Shaista Khan
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Town was better than pictured.
Town was better than pictured. Walking to everything is easy. Favorite restaurants were Miss Miriams next to the football field and Budda Cafe overlooking the river. Went on three turtle tours and the canoe tour. All great. Used Tuanis Tours for 2 turtle and canoe and Leonardo for private turtle tour. Grocery store carries beer and liquor at reasonable prices.
Patricia
United States of America
10
Scored 10
The Tortuguero area is considerably different from the rest...
The Tortuguero area is considerably different from the rest of Costa Rica. Isolated from land transport, all access is done either by boat or plane. Opt for the boat if you can. It's cheap (around 8000 colones round trip from La Pavona), and despite being on a public transport you'll have a tour experience. The trip can take up to 1,5 hours, with safety conditions guarateed (life vests) and you'll be winding through the florest canals until you reach the Tortuguero sandbar. much like running down the Amazonas, The village is very small but with a great ambient of friendly people (general fact in all CR) with plenty of options for food/drinks, accomodations. Tortuguero life runs around sightseeing (National Park, turtle tours, and cannoeing in the canals). At night you'll have plenty of options for sunset and dinning. You're in a protected area for marine turtles and the mindset is all around that. Forget about bathing in the river or the beach, as one it's inhabited by crocodiles and the other with bull sharks,
My FAVORITE place I stayed while traveling around Costa Rica. Located in the heart of the village and within sight of the water, you cannot beat this place.
Easy checkin, friendly people, and great room service. I purchase the tour combo package (night hike, day hike, and canoe) and it was spectacular.
Each room has a balcony with a hammock, and it was very comfortable. The wifi was flawless (big thing for me, as I often work when I travel), and I would 100% staying here
The location of the property is great, in the centre of the village and about 5/6 minutes walk from the entrance to the national park.
The rooms are basic but spotlessly clean. There’s a great decking area at the back of the hotel where breakfast is served. it’s right on the river and had lovely views. I don’t think the photos do the place justice.
The staff are friendly and accommodating and the morning boat trip was one of the highlights of my time in Costa Rica.
Great location. Very close to the beach and national park. Short walk to town. Hammocks to rest in outside. Quiet at night. I could hear the sound of the waves. Ask for a map of the town because at first it’s a little confusing. I think mostly locals stay here. No AC but it wasn’t needed. My room had 3 beds and a fan for each bed. The proprietor used an app to translate his Spanish into English for me. I was very pleased with this place.
The host was very friendly and helpful, showing us where the local shop and drinking water supply was. Anything extra we needed for the kitchen he provided. Cleaned the apartment and bedding during our stay. He offered many other things and was very helpful all round. The property is in the heart of the local community and very close to the national park entrance, as well as an easy stroll into town or to the beach.
Great location just at the end of the strip. The owner was very friendly and accommodating. The room was big, clean and had a good shower. They have a great bar at the property that does really good cocktails (recommend the Caipirinha), almost certainly the best in Tortuguero and the best we had in two weeks in Costa Rica. The boat from the mainland also collects/drops off at the property.
On the beach front in the centre of Tortuguero.
The hotel had a nice reception area, with sofas and facilities to make hot drinks throughout the day.
We weren't offered a buffet breakfast (as mentioned in other reviews) but the options offered were good.
Nice pool area surrounded by a tropical garden.
We saw crocodiles and herring on the boat ride to Tortuguero.
Great location and great view. The hotel also had cold AC which was imperative for August. I think the hotel was a bit nicer than what pictures show.
This is a no frills hotel, what you see is what you get. The bed was firm, but decently comfortable.
There is a cute cafe on the first floor that had good coffee and pastries.
Awesome location, much better than the touristic village Tortuguero. Very peaceful, garden full of birds, breakfast with a view of the river. Easy to catch the public boat to Tortuguero.
Private tour with a boat early in the morning into the national park.
Owners are super friendly, sweet and helpful.
Lovely room although it did not match the picture which I had explicitly asked for when making my booking. Food in the restaurant is quite ok. My partner loved the steak, the rest of our food was alright. Pool area is lovely, and the hotel is still walking distance (15 min) from the 'downtown'.
The locaion. The sound of the ocean and the birds make you feel OK immediately at Costa Rica. There is a relaxing vibe throughout the (small) archipel From the parking lot to the arrival you are followed carefully byt the staff. Food is OK and affordable for such a tourisitc hub.
Literally right across from the beach, you can hear the waves crashing at night. The room was comfortable, included instant coffee. The guides that work with the hotel were some of the best we’ve ever had, the tours were like a real life David Attenborough special.
The room is right on the river with doors leading out to the deck. The view is lovely and there's a great aquarium with interesting fish species on the deck. The AC was a treat at night. Definitely one of the best options in Tortuguero for an economical stay.
The lodge is beautifully located in Tortuguero National Park. The bungalows are nicely furnished and attractive.
A good place to discover the beaches and rainforests around.
I ❤️ Mr. Willis Rankin the 1st. He is so funny, nice and knows so much about Tortuguero. The bed was so comfortable and it was even a bit chilly at night with the fan on.
Rasheed was very nice at the time of check in and check out. The location in front of the beach is excellent; however, there are more hotels in the area.
Very clean and comfortable, well managed, super helpful staff, close to the dock, beach, National park. Owner and staff have created something special!
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