The bungalow was quite basic for a superior room

Fabulous location overlooking the river. The view was amazing and bungalows set in lovely grounds with well-prepared meals.

Stayed in February 2024

The lodge is located on a beautiful property overlooking the Pacuare River. The owners Kirk and Joanna and all the staff were excellent. The facilities were very clean and well maintained. The rafting was superb with the best guide Bluche. Highly recommended by me.

Stayed in February 2024

Although there is no hot water the showers mostly felt good because it was so warm out.

Great property and awesome stay as long as you know what you’re getting. Staff (Moses) is awesome and cook’s for you, is your hiking guide and rafting guide. Linens are clean but basic. Beds are comfortable. This is glamping at its finest. Tons of food, great hiking (difficult), birds everywhere, great views. Definitely a bird watching experience. Biting insects are few but bug spray is a must. Cabins are basic but functional and mostly keep the jungle out. We had a blast! No internet or phone, electricity in the cabins and at the eating area. Beer and wine available to be brought in but otherwise not offered.

Stayed in February 2024

The location was beautiful. Total seclusion from the outside world in a magical part of this region. The food was excellent, the guides went above and beyond to assist my 75 year old husband who suffers with osteoarthritis. Highlights were swimming under the waterfall, watching the hummingbirds and fireflies and not least the 3 hour raft out which was both thrilling and yet safe with our guide, Walter. We will never forget this experience. My husband achieved things he did not think he was capable of and this was down to the sensitive expertise of the wonderful staff.

Stayed in February 2024

It is basic - but that’s what we wanted. You can pay more for some luxury, but that misses the point of a real rainforest experience. You can’t purchase drinks etc so good to know in advance that you can take your own if you want to.

In the middle of the rainforest surrounded by nature…no internet etc making no it just the most authentic experience. The accommodation is very basic - a bed in a hut (some en suite, not all) but there was electricity and running water. All you could hear was the magic sound of the river and birds. We slept so well! The guides cooked us amazing food too!

Stayed in December 2023

I can't name anything bad. Know what to expect, and enjoy it!

I can only sum it up with how excellent everything about Pacuare River Lodge was. We went 2 nights, in and out through rafting. I would highly recommend rafting, we really enjoyed it - it offers enough adrenaline, but still we felt perfectly safe. The place itself is amazing - houses are very small and have only bed inside, but you don't need anything else really. The view from bed is the best I've ever seen, there is only mosquito net in front of you and the view is completely open. We did a short walk day one, and longer walk day day two. There is river from swimming although it's not right in front of the property. The people there, the foood (!!!), it's just perfect to get away and relax for 2 days. It was really well worth the money. Best 2 days of our trip to Costa Rica.

Stayed in December 2023

The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The location is spectacular and the rafting to and from was so much fun. Accommodation is rustic but comfortable. Food was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend this experience.

Stayed in January 2024

The paradisiacal place

Stayed in January 2024

Not the most comfortable beds and bathrooms were far for old people during the night. ;)

We absolutely loved the whole staff. They made everyone feel welcome and we enjoyed every minute!

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing

Amazing location, wonderful people, great food and the most amazing river rafting trip. Very well organised and great value.

Stayed in January 2024

What an amazing experience! We have done the two day raft in and raft out trip to Pacuare River Lodge and it really was one of the most memorable experiences you can get! The owners were friendly and all of their staff especially the guides were fantastic people, really professional and fun at the same time! Shout out to Moses! He was amazing! The whole trip delivered more than we could have hoped for! Nature at its best! Yes the accommodation is basic but it makes it a lot more rewarding as without wifi people actually talk to each other and engage with the environment! The wildlife that we got to see was also on another level!

Stayed in January 2024

Communication about services, transfers and delay receiving rafting photos

Location, wildlife, river, waterfalls, atmosphere, staff, food

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing! It was all perfect!!!

Everything! It was breathtakingly beautiful, serene, peaceful and fun!

Stayed in October 2023

The rafting was so amazing. We went there for birdwatching and got what we came for but it all was so much more than that. Can recommend 10/10

Stayed in October 2023

Keep in mind that this is very much a "glamping" experience, so the water for the shower will be cold. Also, it's recommended to bring 1 pair of dry clothes & 1 pair of clothes that will be wet which will be worn for each wet adventure (rafting + waterfall swim).

You stay in a bungalow in the Costa Rican rainforest with absolutely breathtaking views. The guides are so nice and helpful. We did 2 days of rafting, we ate great food, and the exploration of the rainforest was adventurous and fun!

Stayed in August 2023

Mattresses and pillows could perhaps do with an upgrade.

Stunning location with views over the river, Diego was a fantastic host and raft guide, great food every meal.

Stayed in July 2023

We could not do much rafting since we had a small child with us. This became a bit boring at some point.

The place. Is in the jungle. This is very beautiful and peaceful. The volunteers were great! The food was good.

Stayed in May 2023

if you stay here you will be away from everything - wider transport is not available (arrive and leave by the river) and there is very limited signal -or wi if that’s important to you. Moses who guided us through the rapids was exceptionally skilled and the organisation of the whole trip was excellent - don’t miss this if you want to see the real Costa Rica - for ease stay at the Finca Tres Equis the night before the river pick up happens - do this trip!!

this really is a unique opportunity to stay in a remote tropical location above the river Pacuare . the individual bungalows have different facilities and all have amazing views. the cacophony of birdsong and the sound of the river are amazing.

Stayed in April 2023

NOTHING!

The STAFF : excellent people, excellent meals, excellent stay! I would like to address a special thanks to each of the guides that were there during my stay (from 9 to 11th of April 2023) as I was really appreciated their human touch and they made my stay very,very pleasant! I would not want to give names as I might forget one and my intention its not to hurt anyone feeling as each of one of them was special in his own way! I would like to mention my greeting to Anne-Claire, the voluntary, for her kindness and time spent with us! and thanks to Johanna for her managerial skills ;-) changing the bungalow was a very good move that I was highly appreciated! Not to forget the rafting which was simply amazing!!! I really loved the 3 days spent with you guys! THANK YOU, each one of you, for making our vacation plenty of joy and color!

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing.

The location, the rooms, the vibe of the place, the food, the rafting. Everything was amazing.

Stayed in April 2023

It is one of the most experiences I've ever had even when I am Costa Rican. This lodge is amazing, the staff is super friendly and the cost/experience ratio is worth it. It really is on the wild side but the huts and the beds were really comfortable and mosquito proof which is always a plus. Highly recommended!

Stayed in March 2023

Amazing rafting exerpeince into and out of this great location! Owners and all staff made the stay and the scenary was amazing.

Stayed in March 2023

nothing :)

everything was amazing - from the rafting experience (which you can do to reach and leave the lodge ), to the guides, the accommodation and the food ! a really great experience highly recommended to anyone who want to enjoy Pacuare river and some rafting !

Stayed in March 2023

One of my favorite places in Costa Rica! I did the rafting tour and stayed one night. Rafting was 1h to arrive to the lodge and 4h to get out of it again on the next day. We did a short hike to a waterfall as well. The location was very special and I really enjoyed my night there with the sounds of the rainforest. It is very calming to stay there without any signal and just watch the birds and butterflies flying around. The Staff was nice and they prepared good food. The dog was also very sweet. You can lock your door to the room if you take a locker with you.

Stayed in March 2023