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Kinkara Luxury Retreat

Unnamed Road 50 al Norte de la Pulperia La Valencia, 11902 San Isidro de El General, Costa Rica
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Kinkara Luxury Retreat

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Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
39 reviews

Offering mountain views, Kinkara Luxury Retreat in San Isidro de El General provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the luxury tent for the convenience of those who stay. The luxury tent also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. At the luxury tent, every unit includes a wardrobe. There's a shared bathroom with a bath or shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the luxury tent, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests may eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, and cocktails. The luxury tent offers a variety of wellness options, including a wellness packages, a public bath, and yoga classes. Bike rental and car rental are available at the luxury tent, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. Outdoor play equipment is also available at Kinkara Luxury Retreat, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Cerro de la Muerte is 27 miles from the accommodation, while Nauyaca Waterfalls is 21 miles away. La Managua Airport is 52 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
9.5
High score for San Isidro de El General

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Merrell
    United States of America United States of America
    “I loved the place—it was so peaceful and quiet, and the tents were really comfortable and clean.”
  • De
    Curaçao Curaçao
    “Amazing views, amazing staff, one with nature, the food was really amazing as well, no menu, so you just get surprised every day, one of the best experiences I have had so far ❤️”
  • Grishma
    United States of America United States of America
    “The facility is excellent. The staff were incredibly nice and made the stay even better. I wasn’t expecting much from the food but it really blew my mind. I loved the food so much. Couldn’t get enough of the shower.”
  • Paul
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “a charming retreat with great views and a natural feeling. The food is excellent and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. It is a tranquil place.”
  • Fawndesiree
    Canada Canada
    “The staff were wonderful. The restaurant was amazing. The tent was really cute and they had all sort of comfort items such as ear plugs and sleeping masks etc. We were the only ones there that particular night sonit was very quiet. It's an...”
  • Bertrand
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This place is very unique. It is a project created some years ago ona huge property in the mountains. It combines a kombucha production, a hospitality x yoga retreat and soon a community of expats. We loved the quality of the amenities (showers...”
  • Grégory
    Belgium Belgium
    “staff very kind, just as the level of the site. one of the top place in CR”
  • Jérémie
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    “Das Kinkara Luxury Retreat ist ein ruhiger Platz und die Zimmer sind in Zelten (Glamping). Uns hat es im Grossen und Ganzen gefallen. Es gibt auf dem Gelände einen schönen Wasserfall.”
  • Juan
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    “La instalaciones siguen siendo lo mejor, dan bicicletas, tienen muy buena atención, resuelven lo que se necesita muy rápido de la mejor manera, la comida es rica y buena, la fogata que siempre encienden muy bonita con la vista.”
  • Christian
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    “El lugar es impresionante, muchísima naturaleza pero con todas las comodidades! Pero el servicio fue la mejor parte, súper personalizado, te tratan como de la familia. Pedimos un par de bicicletas el día que llegamos y el día siguiente en la...”

Managed by Kinkara Luxury Retreat

Company review score: 9.7Based on 38 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Kinkara is tucked away in the most incredible corners, committed to protecting, preserving and regenerating the communities and ecosystems that surround us. As sustainable hospitality and nature regeneration pioneers, our mission is to break new ground in eco-luxe travel, and enrich the lives of curious travelers, everywhere.

Property info

Kinkara is an experiential luxury mountain retreat located in the foothills of Mt. Chirripó, Costa Rica’s tallest peak. It’s perfect for one-of-a-kind activities, personal relaxation, and collective group experiences. Kinkara features 31 luxury Lotus Belle tents offering guests the opportunity to sleep closer to nature than in a traditional hotel. Unique property amenities include a waterfall and numerous natural swimming holes for complimentary use; a fire pit; an open-air movement pavilion suitable for yoga; hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking trails; a temazcal-inspired sweat lodge and a food forest. During their stays, guests may revel in any number of on-site immersive activities or off-site nature adventures, ranging from spa treatments and permaculture tours to beach day trips and waterfall visits. When it comes to refueling, meals at Kinkara center on ingredients sourced predominantly from the retreat’s Mandala Garden and from local farmers, combined to create a truly epicurean and nourishing earth-to-plate cuisine.

Neighborhood info

Located in Costa Rica’s Southern Zone at San Isidro de El General– the most biodiverse region of the country – Kinkara is immersed in nature. On-site, guests can splash around in Kinkara Creek, swim at the waterfall, mountain bike through our Food Forest, experience a temazcal-inspired sweat ceremony, horseback ride up to a viewpoint, and much more. Beyond the property, nearby attractions include Nauyaca Waterfalls, Dominical Beach, Mount Chirripó, Marino Ballena National Park and its iconic Whale’s Tail, Los Cusingos Bird Sanctuary, zip-lining, and the Cloudbridge Reserve. Tours can be organized from Kinkara.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Casa Bulú
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kinkara Luxury Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Spa

  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Public Bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Kinkara Luxury Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kinkara Luxury Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Kinkara Luxury Retreat

  • The prices at Kinkara Luxury Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kinkara Luxury Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Back massage
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Head massage
    • Walking tours
    • Foot massage
    • Horseback riding
    • Full-body massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Neck massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Hand massage
    • Bike tours
    • Couples' massage
    • Public Bath
    • Yoga classes

  • Check-in at Kinkara Luxury Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Kinkara Luxury Retreat has 1 restaurant:

    • Casa Bulú

  • Kinkara Luxury Retreat is 5 miles from the center of San Isidro de El General. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.