We spent a glorious month in Costa Rica and the very best experience we had was at the Hotel Pelicano!!

The accomodations were great with a choice between a little cabin or rooms with a either a shared or private bath. We chose a cabin with a view Mt. Chirripo thru the window. It had a little front porch and was very clean and nicely decorated.

There is a swimming pool and jacuzzi and lovely tropical gardens. The property was a coffee plantation and the lush grounds overlook plantations, rivers, mountains, waterfalls, and is buzzing with beautiful birds. The family still lives on the property and takes great pride in successfully surviving the transition from farm to resort. The patriarch of the family is a wood carver and his sculptures are placed throughout the property along with some fun rock sculptures. The wood carving of a motorcycle is not to be missed!!

Two of the adult sons of the family manage the land. They speak English and are happy to assist you with local information. They provided us with a map to some hidden spectacular waterfalls and a jungle hotsprings where we lounged in the water completly alone to take in the butterflys and birds. This is paradise. I almost hate to write a review because this is such a special spot I would like to keep it a secret, but these truly special people deserve success.