Name: Tortuga Lodge & Gardens
Address: Tortuguero, 70206 Tortuguero, Costa Rica, Tortuguero, Limon, 70206, Costa Rica
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $188 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Tortuga Lodge & Gardens

Tortuguero, 70206 Tortuguero, Costa Rica –

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Wildlife literally on the doorstep with guides (Norton), who help you spot everything even in the dark. Staff who obviously enjoy working here are very keen to ensure that your stay is great. In all a very beautiful relaxed environment for doing as much or as little as you like. We did a lot and the turtles, monkeys, sloths and the tarpon ( thanks to Eddy) were very obliging!

Neil, United Kingdom

Location by the river is beautiful and rooms have dtunnjng views. Toucans, monkeys, giant iguanas and red poison dart frogs in the hotel grounds. We had two excellent tours: one to see turtles laying eggs and s boat tour in the morning where we saw plenty of wildlife. Lovely hotel.

Saeed, United Kingdom

It provided a really calm, understated, elegant retreat on the secluded banks of the river away from the small, rather shabby town. Staff provided the best attentive service we came across in Costa Rica, including their own informative guides for guided walks around their own nature reserve and for trip to watch giant green turtles laying their eggs on the beach a short hop across the river; where also lies the air strip in less than a minute's crossing by hotel boat; which also provides access to town. The restaurant provided good quality food & wine with a great little cocktail terrace too. Just watch for the iguanas that wander round the wonderful sculptured outdoor swimming pool. Lovely comfortable, teak furnished rooms to boot. A classy stay.

Tim, United Kingdom

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful resort. It is a very very special place. Everything about our experience there was 10 out of 10! The accommodation, the grounds, the view, the food and the team that works there. The kayak tour is amazing! So peaceful and we saw so much wildlife, a highlight of our trip for sure! Scenery is breathtaking! We felt so taken care of and will most definitely recommend staying there to anyone going to Costa Rica. The whole team was amazing! A special thank you to Manuel at the restaurant, Elvis our kayak guide and Carmen at reception. Thank you all for making my husbands & my trip so wonderfully memorable. Dan & Cherrie Deschenes

Cherrie, Canada

First Floor room had beautiful views of the grounds and the river. The staff couldn't have been more pleasant or more helpful. From reception to the gardener. Fabulous place to stay.

John, United Kingdom

What an incredible place! Fly from San Jose, plane lands across the river! Takes 30 minutes or 8 hours by bus and boat transfer! Fly! Worth whichever way you get there. Incredible flora and fauna. Wonderful food and genuinely caring staff.

Louise, United Kingdom

Totally Natural Surrounding with birds and animal sounds.

Kalpesh, United States of America

Fabulous hotel in a nice quiet part of Tortuguero. Beautiful setting, rooms and set in wonderful grounds. The staff are fantastic - so friendly, attentive and efficient. Loved everything about this hotel. Perfect!!!

Patrick, United Kingdom

Tortuga Lodge and Gardens is beautiful! The service is amazing. You will feel as though you are in paradise. It's definitely worth the price.

Alana, United States of America

It's like a little paradise! Very charming & inviting. The tours are good. Tap water is drinkable. We regret not booking more nights there!

Daniel, Switzerland

One of our top picks in Tortuguero – and a guest favorite.

This property is a 13-minute walk from the beach. Set on a riverbank and surrounded by jungle, Tortuga Lodge & Gardens offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant serving fusion cuisine with Caribbean flavours. All rooms have river views.

All rooms have screen windows, ceiling fans and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries.

The front desk can help arrange kayaking and sports fishing trips and visits to local villages and nearby turtle nesting sites when in season.

Tortuguero Airport is located just across the river from Tortuga Lodge, and San José is a 30-minute flight away. The nearest town is a 10-minute boat ride away.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Tortuguero! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

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

This property is also rated for the best value in Tortuguero! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Continental, Full English/Irish, American

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× 5	Ground Floor Junior Suite with River View 1 full bed and 1 king bed and 1 bunk bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 538 ft² This stylish ground-floor room opens onto a shared terrace with a hammock area and offers stunning views of the river and gardens. It features large screened windows, 2 ceiling fans and a private bathroom with 2 sinks, separate shower and toilet area. Hairdryer and toiletries are available. Connecting Junior Suites are available. Please note that these are the only connecting rooms at the property and both must be booked in order to share them. Room Facilities: Safe, Hairdryer, Balcony, Desk, Sitting area, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Interconnecting room(s) available, Tile/Marble floor, Wake-up service, Mosquito net, Wardrobe/Closet, Garden view, Landmark view, River view, Terrace Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Double Room with River View 2 full beds or 1 king bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 301 ft² This ground floor room opens on to a terrace with a hammock which features views of the river, gardens and jungle. All rooms have screen windows, ceiling fans, a safe, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Room Facilities: Safe, Hairdryer, Desk, Sitting area, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Tile/Marble floor, Wake-up service, Mosquito net, Wardrobe/Closet, Garden view, Landmark view, River view, Terrace Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Double Room with River View and Balcony 2 full beds or 1 king bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 301 ft² On the upper floor, this room shares a spacious balcony, with a hammock and views of the river, gardens and jungle. All rooms have screen windows, ceiling fans, a safe, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Room Facilities: Safe, Hairdryer, Balcony, Desk, Sitting area, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Tile/Marble floor, Wake-up service, Mosquito net, Wardrobe/Closet, Garden view, Landmark view, River view, Terrace Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children

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Closest Landmarks

Tortuguero National Park 2.6 miles

Closest Airports

Tobías Bolaños International Airport 59.8 miles
Juan Santamaría International Airport 61.1 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Very luxurious. Just across the river from the airstrip. Quite expensive. If the turtles are not on the beach 2 nights is enough to explore the area.”

psherris

United States of America

“Excellent service, with a staff naturalist who gives free mini tours of the grounds, pointing out plants, birds, monkeys. The room was incredibly nice, with ready on hand amenities and nice lounge chairs on a porch--places to sit and enjoy the jungle. Right on the canal.”

Mary

United States of America

“Amazing views, awesome staff and comfortable room.”

Ben

United States of America

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge in a crib.

Free! All children under 6 years stay free of charge for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

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Pets are not allowed.

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The Fine Print

Please let Tortuga Lodge & Gardens know your expected arrival time at least 3 days in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property using the contact details found on your booking confirmation.

Please note that the reception is closed from 22:00 until 06:00. It is not possible to check in outside the normal reception opening times.

Due to its secluded location on a river bank, Tortuga Lodge & Gardens can only by accessed by a combination of ground transportation and boat rides. Guests can also arrive to the site through a domestic flight. The nearest town is a 10-minute boat ride away.

! Up to two children under 10 stay free when sharing a room with parents and using existing beds. Rooms accommodate a maximum of 4 people total including adults and children. Please inform the property how many children will be arriving to assign you the correct room.

All older children and adults are charged USD 40 per person per night. Rooms accommodate a maximum of 4 people total including adults and children.

One additional bed can be added to some rooms. This additional bed is added so that two kids don’t have to share a double bed. Even with the additional bed, rooms are for a maximum of 4 people.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid separately during your stay.

Please inform Tortuga Lodge & Gardens 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 provided in your confirmation.

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Newest Reviews for Tortuga Lodge & Gardens

August 12, 2017

Neil
United Kingdom
10

“Fantastic location, really friendly and helpful staff made our stay a great experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Nothing!
눇Wildlife literally on the doorstep with guides (Norton), who help you spot everything even in the dark. Staff who obviously enjoy working here are very keen to ensure that your stay is great. In all a very beautiful relaxed environment for doing as much or as little as you like. We did a lot and the turtles, monkeys, sloths and the tarpon ( thanks to Eddy) were very obliging!
August 5, 2017

Saeed
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

“Beautiful riverside location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Pool is not as big as photos suggest but perfectly adequate.
눇Location by the river is beautiful and rooms have dtunnjng views. Toucans, monkeys, giant iguanas and red poison dart frogs in the hotel grounds. We had two excellent tours: one to see turtles laying eggs and s boat tour in the morning where we saw plenty of wildlife. Lovely hotel.
July 26, 2017

Tim Pinder
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“A Calming tranquil & comfortable stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇It provided a really calm, understated, elegant retreat on the secluded banks of the river away from the small, rather shabby town. Staff provided the best attentive service we came across in Costa Rica, including their own informative guides for guided walks around their own nature reserve and for trip to watch giant green turtles laying their eggs on the beach a short hop across the river; where also lies the air strip in less than a minute's crossing by hotel boat; which also provides access to town. The restaurant provided good quality food & wine with a great little cocktail terrace too. Just watch for the iguanas that wander round the wonderful sculptured outdoor swimming pool. Lovely comfortable, teak furnished rooms to boot. A classy stay.
July 17, 2017

Cherrie
Canada
10

“Amazing place to stay, we highly highly recommend! Everything was 10 out of 10!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View and Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Nothing.
눇We had a wonderful time at this beautiful resort. It is a very very special place. Everything about our experience there was 10 out of 10! The accommodation, the grounds, the view, the food and the team that works there. The kayak tour is amazing! So peaceful and we saw so much wildlife, a highlight of our trip for sure! Scenery is breathtaking! We felt so taken care of and will most definitely recommend staying there to anyone going to Costa Rica. The whole team was amazing! A special thank you to Manuel at the restaurant, Elvis our kayak guide and Carmen at reception. Thank you all for making my husbands & my trip so wonderfully memorable. Dan & Cherrie Deschenes
July 11, 2017

Anonymous
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View and Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉In excursions, they could offer to take guests to volunteer to clean up trash on the beach where turtles nest. I think families, in particular, would be willing to pay $10-20 per person to participate in such an activity,and would feel good about helping with this huge problem.
눇The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
June 6, 2017

John
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with River View and Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
눇First Floor room had beautiful views of the grounds and the river. The staff couldn't have been more pleasant or more helpful. From reception to the gardener. Fabulous place to stay.
June 2, 2017

Louise
United Kingdom
9.6

“Must go!!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇What an incredible place! Fly from San Jose, plane lands across the river! Takes 30 minutes or 8 hours by bus and boat transfer! Fly! Worth whichever way you get there. Incredible flora and fauna. Wonderful food and genuinely caring staff.
May 21, 2017

Laurence
France
9.2

“Excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇La situation de l'hotel, nature, tranquillité
May 17, 2017

Kalpesh
United States of America
6.3

Pleasant
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View and Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Room was not ready as promised. Originally assigned a room with two beds took a long time to convert the bed.
눇Totally Natural Surrounding with birds and animal sounds.
May 16, 2017

Patrick
United Kingdom

7 helpful votes
10

“Fabulous hotel in quiet location in Tortuguero”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room with River View and Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Nothing
눇Fabulous hotel in a nice quiet part of Tortuguero. Beautiful setting, rooms and set in wonderful grounds. The staff are fantastic - so friendly, attentive and efficient. Loved everything about this hotel. Perfect!!!
May 12, 2017

Alana
United States of America
10

“Paradise!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Tortuga Lodge and Gardens is beautiful! The service is amazing. You will feel as though you are in paradise. It's definitely worth the price.
April 19, 2017

Daniel
Switzerland
10

“Excellent Retreat”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇It's like a little paradise! Very charming & inviting. The tours are good. Tap water is drinkable. We regret not booking more nights there!
April 18, 2017

psherris
United States of America
Age group: 65+
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View and Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
눇Very luxurious. Just across the river from the airstrip. Quite expensive. If the turtles are not on the beach 2 nights is enough to explore the area.
April 11, 2017

Peter
United Kingdom
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Had to wait a little while for the free transfer from town.
눇Beautiful location in the rain forest. Friendly and helpful staff. Trails within the grounds. Good transport to and from town. Nice pool by the river. Really feel like your in the jungle. Lots of wildlife in the grounds. Free transfers to the beach on request. As the beach is far from town we pretty much had it to ourselves.
April 5, 2017

Paula
United Kingdom
9.2

“Great location and staff but need to improve food”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The food was not very good
눇The location and staff were fantastic

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