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La Baula Lodge

Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero 00000, Costa Rica
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La Baula Lodge
Ranked #2 of 8 hotels in Tortuguero
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dylangmurphy
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17 reviews 17 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

La Baula Lodge is a nice place to stay within the Tortuguero National Park. We stayed in room 4, the room was simple but (importantly) clean. No A/C, fan only - I usually find that quite difficult but the temperature wasn't too high in the evenings and there was always a cool breeze. The howler monkeys *will* wake you up... More

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Seattle
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

This hotel was so wonderful. the staff is warm and generous. The rooms are good with a great fan on the ceiling that keep you cool. bathrooms are adequate as well. the food is delicious, the pool, the nature and the howling monkeys that wake you at 4:45. So worth the long boat ride from Pavona and the need to... More

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San Antonio, TX
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

The eating and bar area are nice. There are hammocks and a nice sitting area on the side of the lodge. Pool area was not very big at all. There is no way to leave the lodge, but by boat and that takes you to the local small town where you will find some souvenir shops, convenience stores and a... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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16 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

The ferry service from La Pavona left us at the back side of the resort, which made me ask the driver if he was sure this was La Baula. Looked totally crumpy and abandoned. But forget the first impression. Once you make it to the front, the picture changes. The cabins are rustic, clean and have all you need. Great... More

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CANADA
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Relaxing spot. Great staff. Room was ok, there were screens on the windows, no windows, no AC, not a problem for me, but maybe not everyone. The lodge is isolated away from town and requires a boat ride across to get to town. The benefit of this is that it is very relaxing and quiet. I wouldn't spend much time... More

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Gatineau, Canada
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4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

We stayed at the lodge on Feb. 13, 14 and 15, 2014 while visiting Tortuguero. You can access the lodge by a short boat ride from Tortuguero docks. The cost is approximately ($1, 500 Colones per person). The room was clean, spacious and facing the pool with chairs available for lounging on the veranda. The bathroom was large and clean... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

Good service, all the staff were happy to help and make your stay better. We ate at our hotel everyday as it was convenient because the town is a short boat ride across the river and the food is very good! Not to mention there are very few restaurants in the small town. None of which looked very appetizing. The... More

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Pontiac, Michigan
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

Relaxing, best food and service, peacefull, jungle sounds, no bugs, great pool. If you don't like this place then you shouldn't travel! We've been every where and this is right there in the top of the canopy.

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Cape Town, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect! We were looking for somewhere quiet where we could just relax in a beautiful place with no demands or busy activity. Our time at La Baula was just what we needed. The lodge is very charming and kept in great condition. But what made it even... More

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Santa Monica, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012 via mobile

I absolutely love this lodge. You're right on the river and pretty much in seclusion which makes it so relaxing. The rooms are average and with ceiling fans but you're in the jungle so it was perfectly fine. I will miss the staff the most ... they boost you with energy and get your day started. They're all English speaking... More

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Additional Information about La Baula Lodge

Address: Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero 00000, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Limon > Tortuguero
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 8 hotels in Tortuguero
Price range (per night): 41 AUD - 102 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
La Baula Lodge features 40 cosy rooms which are located in different sized room blocks that are painted with the typical caribbean colors of Tortuguero. They have a rustic touch that goes in hand with our commitment to work in harmony with our environment. Each room features a private bathroom, hot water, ceiling fan, and views to our beautiful gardens. Our restaurant serves a wide variety of national and international meals as well as traditional caribbean dishes, that you may join with a cocktail, a beer or a liquor of your choice from our Bar. The restaurant features no walls which provides a vast view of our tropical gardens and the Tortuguero Lagoon with a cool atmosphere to enjoy your meals. ... more   less 

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