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Intimate Getaways With a Personal Touch
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TORTUGUERO:
Turtle Beach Lodge N. Caribbean Coast This is THE place to experience something very special . . . mama turtles laying or baby turtles hatching on the beach at night. That . . . and an amazing variety of animals and jungle flora that is second to none in Costa Rica. You can do an overnight if you like but we'd recommend the 3 day 2 nights stay. We took the night turtle tour after an exciting "fast boat" along pitch black canals (don't miss it in turtle season). There's an early morning canal tour to visit with caymans, turtles, birds and bats. Recommended and we'll be back. Phone: (506)2248-0707 Fax: (506)2257-4409 EMAIL: Reservations WEB: Turtle Beach Lodge |
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MONTEVERDE:
El Sol Just south of Monteverde This is one of our favorites - just 2 log cabinas crafted with love - a big one and a smaller one situated on the sunny side of Santa Elena. If you go to our tour site (InsightCostaRica) and click on the big yellow box ("the road less travelled"), you will see the view from our cabin. You will never forget your visit to the sunny smiles of El Sol. We highly recommend this magical spot. Host: Elisabeth Phone: (506)2645-5838 Fax: (506)8645-5042 EMAIL: El Sol WEB: El Sol |
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ARENAL:
Leaves & Lizards Near La Fortuna This secluded lodge is one of our favorite visits - great hosts Debbie and Steve make it #1 for hospitality and how can you beat this view from your bedroom! An excellent surprise was a delightful visit to Cano Negro - this is a day trip into the jungle by car and by boat, just south of the Nicaraguan border. We met with cayman, bats, toucans, howler monkeys and a whole lot more you'll spend a lifetime trying to see. Must see. Hosts: Steve & Debbie Toll Free: 1-888-828-9245 In Costa Rica: 2478-0023 Fax: (506) 2672-0227 EMAIL: LeavesandLizards WEB: Leaves and Lizards |
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TAMARINDO:
Villa Alegre Guanacaste Coast A favorite place when we need a beach break with our good friends Suzye and Barry. Villa Alegre offers a Spanish style villa built by the beach of Playa Langosta. Vacation in their peaceful and tranquil tropical setting adjacent to the Pacific Ocean. The rooms and villas are nicely setup and don't miss the huge breakfasts. Great pool and you are steps to the beach. Don't miss a day at Avellanas beach when you are in the neighborhood. Hosts: Suzye and Barry Phone: (506) 2653-0270 Fax: (506) 2653-0287 EMAIL: Villa Alegre WEB: Villa Alegre |
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PLAYA JUNQUILLAL:
Hotelito Si Si Si Guanacaste Coast Joan is a good friend and the host at Hotelito Si Si Si - a small upscale bed and breakfast with 3 modern rooms and 1 bedroom casita. With good access to Playas Junquillal, Negra and Avellanas, the "community club" offers guests pool, tennis and gym facilities. The serene little beach community is not far but you do need a car. We go for the turtles and a truly laid back vacation. Host: Joan Phone: 506-2658-9021 Fax: (506) 2658-9041 EMAIL: Hotelito Si Si Si WEB: Hotelito Si Si Si |
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SOUTHERN NICOYA: Nature Lodge Finca Los Caballos Playa Montezuma This unique Nature Lodge is close to the thriving tourist destination of Montezuma. Away from the hustle of town, the small hotel is nestled into the hills above Montezuma, offering tremendous views over the jungle treetops and rolling ranches to the blue Pacific and distant mountains. You'll need a car here too! Phone: (506) 2642-0124 Fax: :(506) 2642-0664 EMAIL: Finca Los Caballos WEB: Finca Los Caballos |
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CARIBBEAN: El Encanto Cahuita El Encanto is a small first class B&B inn located within 5 minutes walking distance from the village of Cahuita on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. It is close to the Cahuita National Park where sloths, monkeys, birds and other types of wildlife can be seen. The beach is within 100 meters of El Encanto. Hosts: Pat & Pierre Phone: (506) 2755-0113 Fax: (506) 2755-0432 EMAIL: El Encanto WEB: El Encanto |
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PACIFIC: La Posada Casa & Bungalows Manuel Antonio There is a lot going on in Manuel Antonio but if you want something special you'll need to book well in advance for La Posada - the best Tripadvisor ratings attest to the hospitality. Located right by the park. Host: Mike Phone: (506) 2777-1446 EMAIL: La Posada WEB: La Posada |
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SOUTH PACIFIC: Luna Lodge Entrance to Corcovado - Carate The Luna Lodge is located on the "Osa Peninsula" near Carate - the hotel is as close as you can get to the most bio-diverse place in Costa Rica - the Corcovado National Park. One of our favorite lodges anywhere on the planet. Excellent service, good food and a great host. Great animal watching on the border of the Corcovado park. Host: Lana Phone: (506) 2380-5036 EMAIL: Luna Lodge WEB: Luna Lodge |
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THE OSA:
Black Turtle Lodge Pueto Jimenez This is a rustic jungle ecolodge located on the Southern Pacific side of Costa Rica near Puerto Jimenez in the amazing creature kingdom that is the Osa Peninsula. This small lodge has two cabinas and two tree houses. We particularly enjoyed our sunset kayak trip in the warm waters of the Golfo Dulce and a great dinner at Barbara's Jade Luna on our last trip to the Black Turtle. Host: Nico Phone: (506) 2735 5005 Fax: (506) 2735 5043 EMAIL: Black Turtle WEB: Black Turtle |
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LAKE ARENAL:
Chalet Nicholas Nuevo Arenal Your hosts Cathy & John are experts in their neighborhood and provided you don't smoke and love dogs, you won't find a nicer couple in Costa Rica to look after your stay. Make sure you take John's "walk in the forest" - we saw some beautiful Morphos on our last trip. Hosts: John & Cathy Phone: (506)2694-4041 Fax: (506)2694-4041 EMAIL: Chalet Nicholas WEB: Chalet Nicholas |
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