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Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge

Laguna Penitencia, Tortuguero 10736-1000 Costa Rica
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#6 of 11 hotels in Tortuguero
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Caribbean Paradise is a true jungle lodge! Everything from great green macaws to howler monkeys are daily sights on this gorgeous property about 15 minutes outside of Tortuguero. On-site walking trails let you get closer to nature, and our outdoor swimming pool is a great place to relax. We offer full service bundles including transportation, meals at our onsite restaurant, and tours in Tortuguero National Park and Barra del Colorado Nature Reserve.
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Free internet
Pool
Restaurant
Canoeing offsite
Walking tours
Airport transportation
Banquet room
Couples massage
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Kid-friendly buffet
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared lounge / TV area
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Haruki wrote a review Apr 2022
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Alexis Torres took me a night tour. He has great knowledge and showed us a lot of things while walking. Thanks to him, our participants had wonderful time. I really recommend to have his tour! It’s hard to take photos in the night! I wish I could share more animals that I saw in this tour! So should see and check by yourself!
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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NinaMrgnx wrote a review Sept 2020
Joinville-le-Pont, France29 contributions3 helpful votes
An amazing place to stay in Tortuguero where you can disconnect and be around the nature. The rooms are clean confortable and the service is perfect thanks again to everyone at the hotel especially Bismarck.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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magdaluvn f wrote a review Feb 2020
fl67 contributions59 helpful votes
Rustic boat dock reception. Drinks awaited us upon arrival. All staff and dogs were very friendly. Large sleeping area and bathroom. Screens only, no A/C but ceiling fan was more than adequate. Be prepared to hear howler monkeys at night. Restaurant very accommodating. Don't miss the wild bird walking into the restaurant! Lovely pool area and grounds.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Headleyhog wrote a review Aug 2019
Hamphsire, UK51 contributions13 helpful votes
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Rustic (ie basic) hotel in magical setting at side of river just ten minutes river taxi ride from Tortuguero. We arrived to a friendly welcome and mocktail from Bismarck for a 2 night stay. We were quickly checked in and helped to our rooms by the friendly and helpful staff. Soft drinks and beer available from the fridge - just tell reception what you’ve taken. Free coffee available in reception too. You really feel like you’re in the rain forest with all the fabulous noises that entails day and night. The howler monkeys we saw on both days were especially noisy. Several interesting birds wandering the grounds . Our favourite place was to lie in the hammock and watch the wildlife and boats on the river. Slight disappointments preventing 5 stars were lack of safe , slow WiFi (and in reception only) and luke warm shower. We really enjoyed our stay and tried to stay for one more night but unfortunately they were fully booked.
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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fishp1g wrote a review July 2019
Cali, Colombia104 contributions25 helpful votes
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+ points.*Quiet and good location for Tortuguero. A water-taxi ride is only $10 for a couple each way and a out 10mins away. 2. We heard Howler Monkeys around 4am - so loud and sounded like it was right outside the room. 3. Nice-ish grounds, more communal bits would be welcome. 4. Reception girl was really helpful and friendly. - points. What we think was the owner, a guy with long hair, we felt had poor customer service. Pretty arrogant and didn't say thanks for staying/ goodbye when we left pr provide key info and just pointed to where our room was. 2. Room wasn't ready upon arrival but soon sorted. 3. Food very average and buffet style which felt risky but was fine. Observations. Popular with families with young children with a pool to keep them entertained. About 3 dogs running around who were the owners and very friendly. Conclusion. Fine to stay if you want rustic away from Tortuguero. Owner needs to take customer service lessons from the girl who also works there.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Erik K wrote a review June 2019
Chesapeake, Virginia60 contributions16 helpful votes
If you are looking for a place in the middle of nowhere that is quite and slow paced you need not look any further. The photos are misleading or out of date. This is a great place if you want to see monkeys in the trees out side of your hotel room, and have an amazing natural jungle hotel. Pros: Hot water calm Island pace Staff can get you drinkable water Food is pretty good clean Cons: thin walls really mean ants (but not in the rooms) in progress of being built up
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Date of stay: June 2019
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Julie M wrote a review June 2019
Morecambe, United Kingdom68 contributions4 helpful votes
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Arriving here is an adventure in itself as there are no roads and the only way in is by boat. The journey takes about an hour along the Rio Suerte where you can see Crocodiles and Plumed Basilisks plus a whole range of birds. On arrival we were met by the owner Bismarck who showed us to our rooms. The rooms were basic but clean. The bed was one of the highest I have ever been in. The gardens were beautiful and Baby the resident Tiger Heron was very friendly. We only ate lunch and breakfast here but it was hot and tasty. Top tip - ask Bismarck to make you a cricket from grass blades.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled on business
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Vincent C wrote a review June 2019
Vancouver, Canada108 contributions25 helpful votes
I came in here with expectations which I probably shouldn't have. The location is great. Right by the river and away from civilization. Yes, it'll cost money to boat down to the main town but otherwise it's definitely a "jungle" experience. The lodges are a nice touch. The howler monkeys were LOUD (hope you are not a light sleeper) at night. Lots of bugs. The rooms were pretty standard. Nothing fancy. No desk or chair so "worked" on my bed. Docked a star because there is NO air conditioning though they did bring me a fan upon request! No TV and because it gets dark around 5-6pm, be prepared to sleep early or bring things to do in your rooms. The dual lodges that I was in had 3 beds and really spacious to have a group over and play a game on the floor at night. By the way, the staff there is AWESOME. The pool is nice. The food was great. The service is excellent. Hot showers. WiFi only available by the dock. We were there to rest after a long week of work so we didn't do any excursions though the hotel offered some.
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Date of stay: May 2019
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claudelaferriere wrote a review Apr 2019
Gatineau, Canada52 contributions51 helpful votes
This place was presented to us as 4 *, but it is not even a 1*. The room looked like an army shack, no chair, no mirror in the bathroom, no hot water at the sink. If you're the first to take a shower in the group of 4 rooms, you may have warm water in the shower. The 2 small beds were not comfortable either. Enough said, I do not recommend it to anybody.
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Date of stay: March 2019
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Susana R wrote a review Feb 2019
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We loved our time here. They even upgraded our rooms on arrival. the food in the restaurant was very good. Thank you for a great stay!! The pool was great. the rooms were very spacious and comfortable.
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Date of stay: January 2019
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AU$184 - AU$233 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
samoa lodge & resort tortuguero hotel tortuguero, samoa lodge and resort tortuguero, samoa hotel tortuguero
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Samoa Lodge & Resort Tortuguero
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Costa RicaProvince of LimonTortuguero
NUMBER OF ROOMS
32
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Frequently Asked Questions about Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Sea Turtle Conservancy (2.4 km), Sendero Cerro Tortuguero (2.4 km), and Parque Nacional Tortuguero (2.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and airport transportation.
What food & drink options are available at Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Restaurante Mi Niño, Budda Cafe, and Soda Doña Maria.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Caribbean Paradise Eco-Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.