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
Offering a year-round outdoor pool, Los Amigos Jungle Hotel is located in Tortuguero in the Limon Region, Located 50 mtrs behind Liceo barra de Tortuguero.
Miriana
Canada
We loved this place, location is perfect close to the tortuguero national park and quiet at the same time. The hotel is awesome and the guys who work there are really informative and professional.
We also had a chance to see a monkey right on the tree in front of our room.
Really recommended
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.
La cercanía de la playa y restaurantes, también la piscina
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
Green Macaw Hostel is located in Tortuguero. The property is set 1312 feet from Tortuguero National Park. At the economy hotel, the rooms include a patio and a shared kitchen.
De owner was really nice. She wants to help arrange everything you need.
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.
El trato del personal.
Las excursiones.
La comida.
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,
The receptionist Ingrid was super helpful, friendly and an asset to the hotel. I took the kayak and turtle nesting tours from the hotel and both guides were knowledgeable, professional and I enjoyed them a lot. There were plenty of birds around the hotel and you can walk to everything. For its value, the room had a nice bathroom, without a Costa Rican 'suicide' shower! Although no AC, the fan is powerful enough. Overall a highly recommended simple little beachfront place for your stay in Tortuguero.
Our first time in Tortuguero, and frankly had no real idea of what to expect. Starting with meeting us at the ferry dock in Pavona, to being met at the ferry dock in Tortuguero, then being escorted to Icaca Tortoguero, we were well taken care of at every step. Room immaculate, with housekeeping service every day. Breakfast good at reasonable cost. We had an upper room with AC. Right on beach. Highly recommend. Tortguero a fantastic community. Everything in walking distance.
Look no further for the Perfect stay in the Tortuguero National Park. This place has everything, ranging from an amazing tropical garden, to cosy stylish rooms, the nicest staff, a pool and a backdoor access to the most beautiful uncontaminated caribbean beach. This is really one of the best stays I've had in years! The hotel also arranges all sort of activities and the transportation directly from San José, including meals and guided tours, all at a very reasonable price
Best hostel to stay in Tortuguero! I will definitely stay at the same place if I go back to Tortuguero.
Mariana took really good care of us, she cooked us a beautiful, delicious breakfast every morning.
The rooms have lockers, the beds are clean and comfortable.
The kitchen is quite good too.
We felt safe there, the location is great, 30 seconds walk from a grocery store.
There are two nice areas outside to chill in the shade.
The staff were kind, polite and helpful. The excursions they set us up on exceeded our expectations. The meals were very good. The location was close to the main street/village, beach and national park. We were able to see spider monkeys near at traveling through our location and could see the holler monkeys in the distant trees. There were a lot of animals to be seen in the area we were in or a short walk from it.
the location was good being right on the national park and the staff were pretty friendly, the fact that there was a guide to pick you up at the pavona end and the tortuguero end was really nice makes it less stressful and they did offer good tours however seemed strange that the tours were separate to the hotel as we couldn’t pay by cars like we had just done a few seconds earlier at the hotel heck in
The owner, Willis, and his family are very nice and helpful. we booked a canoeing tour and the Tortuguero national park. even in strong rain the experience was great.
The place is great! simple, but perfect!
you can walk to the beach, crossing the runway of the tiny airport. crazy! but awesome!
yes, wifi is not the best - but who needs Wi-Fi in a place like this?
highly recommended!
A charming little place with a lovely owner. She arranged wonderful tours with us with a great local guide. We loved being so close to the national park, where we could walk and see all kinds of wildlife. Breakfast on the patio overlooking the water was delicious. It was nice being away from all the tourists and getting a feel of a local village.
Awesome location and views! The views from the restaurant and the bar overlooking Rio Tortuguero are beautiful. The food was good. They have two swimming pools and a private entrance to the beach. The place is full of beautiful birds and the boat tours of the river were really nice. Overall, a really nice stay.
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.
direct access to the beach area where you can potentially spot turtels hatching. Also other animals such as tucans can be seen at the hotel. The national park area is quite near where tons of animals can be spotted.
The beach area is very large and quite. Easy to relax.
Breakfast was very delicous
I loved this location in San Francisco, which is a small town away from the bustle of Tortuguero. It also has some very nice walking paths in the national park as well as a nice walk in rural areas of the beach. The town is tiny and you see the same faces all the time.
The location steps away from the Caribbean is unbeatable for the price. A short walk from the center of the village. It was also nice that the people at the La Pavona dock knew were coming and that we were greated once we arrived in Tortuguero.
The location was fantastic on the beach and in walking distance of the village and national park.
Internet connection was good. Apartment was bigger than expected. We liked having hammocks for relaxing on the patio.
It is located at the boundary of the national park so we were able to see quite a lot of wildlife, spider monkeys, macaws, toucans, etc. There have been jaguars seen as well but we weren't lucky enough to see one.
location is by the entrance of the national park and about 7 min from the pier
in front of the beach
tours arranged by the hotel (desove and canoa) were excellent - the guides were knowledgeable
Well located and friendly small hotel. The tours offered (both the night walk and the morning boat tour) were substantially better than the standard offerings in Tortuguero village.
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