Set on the beach in Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park, El Icaco Tortuguero offer Caribbean Sea views from the common areas. You can observe the protected Green Turtle laying its eggs nearby.
Carina
Germany
Very sweet hotel with extraordinarily friendly staff, great star fruit juice, very clean, good air condition (recommended :)), little nice pool and beautiful beach.
Extraordinarily well organized! The hotel sent perfect information about where to park and how to get to the ferry. Both at the Parking lot and the ferry Harbour at tortuguro there were hotel guides to support with payment, directions etc.
It was easy to prebook tours, we liked the kayak morning tour a lot.
Do bring cash.
Featuring river views and an on-site restaurant, Cabinas El Muellecito is located in Tortuguero. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. Turtle Beach is just 120 metres away.
Helen
United Kingdom
It was very near the boats. The room had lots of beds and an ensuite. Breakfast was great.
Offering a year-round outdoor pool, Los Amigos Jungle Hotel is situated in Tortuguero in the Limon Region, Located 50 mtrs behind Liceo barra de Tortuguero.
Katrin
United Kingdom
The location is nice as it's close to the beach and national park so you can hear all the wild life. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was ok. The size of the room was also good and overall it was a simple but nice place.
Green Macaw Hostel is located in Tortuguero. The property is set 400 metres from Tortuguero National Park. At the economy hotel, the rooms include a patio and a shared kitchen.
Cabinas Balcon del Mar Tortuguero is just 100 metres from hiking and fishing at Tortuguero National Park. Free WiFi access is available. The beach is just steps away.
Franz
Belgium
Somebody picks you up at the harbour. Nice host shows their turtles and the sloths up in the tree.
Surrounded by an extensive garden and located 200 metres from Tortuguero National Park, Hostal y Cabinas Tortuguero features a terrace with hammocks and free Wi-Fi throughout.
Rachel
Canada
Great location as it was walkable (5 mins or less) to the National Park entrance, main boat dock for tours and transportation, as well as the town for restaurants and stores. The breakfast was lovely and nice to have coffee and drinking water throughout the day. The A/C was strong and the shower had hot water. The room and bathroom were clean. The bed, linens, and pillows were comfortable. WiFi was good. Great that they can arrange tours for guests. Staff was friendly and helpful. It was nice to chat to other guests in common areas and have use of the kitchen to prepare meals. Beautiful garden with friendly cat.
La Casona Eco-Lodge Tortuguero features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Tortuguero. The property is non-smoking and is located a few steps from Tortuguero Beach.
Alex
Canada
location close to the boat dock in the centre of the village
Set in Tortuguero and with Tortuguero Beach reachable within a few steps, Carey Lodging offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
Isolde
Germany
Very clean air conditioned room. We appreciated the outdoor tables and the pool access next door. On the last day we were able to get an earlier breakfast as our boat left at 7am.
Located in Tortuguero, 400 metres from Tortuguero Beach, Tuanis Guest House provides air-conditioned rooms and a terrace.
Martin
Austria
very modern, very clean. comfortable bed and good cooling! you get a little discount at tuanis tours if you pay cash. at the time of writing we paid 25$ for the canoo tour.
Set in Tortuguero, Limon region, Hotel Serendipity is situated a few steps from Tortuguero Beach. With a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private...
Situated in Tortuguero and with Tortuguero Beach reachable within 400 metres, Tortuguero7 lake view features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
MisMiriam features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Tortuguero. The property is non-smoking and is located a few steps from Tortuguero Beach.
La cercanía de la playa y restaurantes, también la piscina
Offering an outdoor pool, tropical garden and a restaurant, Manatus Hotel is located in Tortuguero. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. There is also a fitness centre.
El trato del personal.
Las excursiones.
La comida.
The town is ok - plenty of eateries. The accommodation at Cabinas Sports Fishing was wonderful! The early morning boat trip was very enjoyable, as was the Jaguar trail in the National Park. The Budda Cafe has a nice vibe and good food. We were there in April so missed the turtle nesting season but still very much worth a visit!
Mark
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
What a gem.
What a gem. We had three nights here but in hindsight could have done two (a lot of people just do one). Two nights gives you a chance to soak up the atmosphere and explore the village from end to end.
It was an experience getting there - a 1hr boat trip (which can be longer depending on the water levels). On arrival we were surprised at the number of bars and restaurants - a huge variety. Many on the waterfront and how wonderful to have no cars. Our hotel met us at the wharf and transferred our luggage.
The hotels are right amongst the locals houses - so you really get to know the village and can hear all the 'goings on'. Just walking around you see the houses, some of the challenges living there, the flora and fauna.
We did a motor boat tour at 9am - would recommend doing this at 6am as the forest wakes up. Its amazing on the water - seeking the birds close up, camen, monkeys and iguanas. You will see more animals on a tour of the forest but its still worth the experience.
The motor boat tour includes national park entry - but I would recommend using a guide in the park as despite what you think its really hard to spot animals without the 'experienced eye'; and of course its their livelihood. I also did a night tour - there were a lot of other night tours - we walked along the route to the airport so it didn't feel super secluded - but we did see an armadillo, spiders, a snake, sloth and an iguana. Just goes to show nature is all around us - but again I would never have seen it without the experienced guide.
Overall its quite an experience and would suggest Tortuguera is a 'must have' on a Costa Rica itinerary.
NomadZ
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Loved the fact that the boat dropped us off at the hotel's...
Loved the fact that the boat dropped us off at the hotel's dock and picked us up here as well. Checkin was a breeze but make sure you have the cash to pay for the room and any tours. Canoe/boat tours, day hikes, night walks were arranged by the hotel in advance for very nominal rates. The tours start right at the hotel and hence very convenient.
The hotel sits on the banks of the river and the views are lovely especially during dusk and dawn. We experienced torrential rain one afternoon and during the night. The rain in the afternoon did not last long. The canals are accessible by boat, canoe and kayaks. Tortuguero is laid back and a nice place to wind down and experience time float by.
Great place to see Great Green Macaws fly by during dawn and dusk. We also saw the last of the turtle hatchings make their way to the sea. Wonderful sight to experience. The town and beach are easily accessible. The canals are teeming in wildlife. We saw green basilisks, iguanas, jacanas, toucans, caimans, herons and monkeys (howler, spider and capuchin). On the night walk we saw frogs (Savage's bullfrog, red-eyed tree frog, some snakes, and a sloth at close range.
The hotel staff were nice. The free breakfast was an added bonus. Laundry service was available for a fee. The town was easily accessible by foot. Local food at the sodas was fulfilling. Overall a wonderful experience!
Shafeek
United States
10
Scored 10
It was like going to the Amazon River and experiencing...
It was like going to the Amazon River and experiencing wildlife and diversity. It was a multi cultural place with a taste of how locals villagers live , ocean access, river access and the best part is watching conservation of turtles. Turtle night tour is a must do!!?
Shaista Khan
United States
10
Scored 10
Town was better than pictured.
Town was better than pictured. Walking to everything is easy. Favorite restaurants were Miss Miriams next to the football field and Budda Cafe overlooking the river. Went on three turtle tours and the canoe tour. All great. Used Tuanis Tours for 2 turtle and canoe and Leonardo for private turtle tour. Grocery store carries beer and liquor at reasonable prices.
Patricia
United States
10
Scored 10
The Tortuguero area is considerably different from the rest...
The Tortuguero area is considerably different from the rest of Costa Rica. Isolated from land transport, all access is done either by boat or plane. Opt for the boat if you can. It's cheap (around 8000 colones round trip from La Pavona), and despite being on a public transport you'll have a tour experience. The trip can take up to 1,5 hours, with safety conditions guarateed (life vests) and you'll be winding through the florest canals until you reach the Tortuguero sandbar. much like running down the Amazonas, The village is very small but with a great ambient of friendly people (general fact in all CR) with plenty of options for food/drinks, accomodations. Tortuguero life runs around sightseeing (National Park, turtle tours, and cannoeing in the canals). At night you'll have plenty of options for sunset and dinning. You're in a protected area for marine turtles and the mindset is all around that. Forget about bathing in the river or the beach, as one it's inhabited by crocodiles and the other with bull sharks,
The Fersa boat has info about you upon your arrival to La Pavona and it takes you basically right to the hotel.
The place is right in the center of Tortuguero town and few steps from the beach.
We were lucky to have the whole house to ourselves.
Great communication, Carmen was very helpful and even let us check in sooner.
They offer a great variety of tours. We really enjoyed those!
Very tasty (but a little small) breakfast.
Kitchen with (almost) all you could need and with drinkable water. Wouldn't mind some spatula or ladle.
Gloria and her husband were so lovely people, they made our stay very special. Both were very helpful giving us advice on what to do during our stay. Gloria helped us getting to Tortuguero and waited with us at the boat station. Glorias husband even drove us to the entrance of the Cerro National park with the boat. And the food WOW! the breakfast and the dinner were so good authentic costarican food. In addition we got a fresh coconut from the garden to drink. I totally would stay again at Gloria’s place and can only recommend it!
We had an amazing time in Tortuguero. Hotel Serendipity took us in by boat and helped us to the hotel which is beautiful, very clean, and in a good location in town. We were able to walk to the national park, to the beach, and into town, and ate amazing local meals prepared fresh daily by their kitchen. Their tour guide also took us on an excellent boat tour where we saw toucans, macaws, herons, and lots of other wildlife. Tortuguero was beautiful and I would 100% recommend this hotel.
My FAVORITE place I stayed while traveling around Costa Rica. Located in the heart of the village and within sight of the water, you cannot beat this place.
Easy checkin, friendly people, and great room service. I purchase the tour combo package (night hike, day hike, and canoe) and it was spectacular.
Each room has a balcony with a hammock, and it was very comfortable. The wifi was flawless (big thing for me, as I often work when I travel), and I would 100% staying here
This a beautifully appointed, cozy cottage, well landscaped and located on the border of the national forest and away from the hustle and bustle of the center of Tortuguero. Rodrigo and Ariana are wonderful hosts, very responsive. They hooked us up with a great guide, Alfonso, for an early morning canoe trip into the national park, as well as a hike up the hill in nearby San Francisco the next afternoon.
The host has been very welcoming and helpful to make the most of our stay (arranging tour trips, showing us animals around the property etc. despite of us not speaking any Spanish :-)
The flat was very clean and had all the amenities (kitchen, possibility to wash clothes, ...). The aircon has been highly appreciated (for us Tortuguero has been the place in Costa Rica where it was most needed).
Very nice and clean room, especially the bathroom. The best shower we had in over two weeks in Costa Rica! Unfortunately, a mirror was missing in the room (since the rooms are very new, maybe that's the reason).
The staff is very helpful and friendly, especially Carmen from the reception. She is super helpful and also took care of personal matter. She was always very supportive.
We stayed here to experience nature. The lodge fully lived up to that, with excellent reasonable priced tours and excellent guides. Recommend the simple grounds tour for wildlife viewing. Lodge has great facilities, nice pool, and is kept very well. Meals are a bit expensive, but everything in Costa Rica is a bit expensive for what you get.
Amazing place, 3 min from the center of the village, right on the Tortuguero beach, the hostel consists of a collection of rooms around a common garden with common facilities (social area, common kitchen, play zone) in a tropical rainforest style. Absolutely perfect to experience the rainforest atmosphere and visit Tortuguero.
For me, one of the most beautiful Hostels in Costa Rica! Beautiful common area, spacious rooms, bathrooms inside the rooms, they made our beds and gave complimentary towels. Amazing smoothies at the restaurant!! The guy from the restaurant lend me his umbrella, which I much appreciate!!
I loved the people and the fact that it’s right on the beach. It feels like home. There was a little kitchen setup and really charming locals who helped us every step of the way. We saw sea turtles in the ocean right next to the hotel!
The location was great. Close to the beach and just 1 km from the Tortuguero town. It was nice to wake upp early and walk on the beach and then walk to the pueblo for lunch/dinner or to go on some tour.
The staff was also great.
Awesome tour guide Luis! After spending 2 weeks across much of Costa Rica, he was our favorite! He was passionate about his hometown, Tortuguero!
Great view and outdoor spaces! Lovely breakfast!
Near the beach but the ocean at Tortuguero is not really good for swimming. Danger warning signs in some places. Near the national park and tour companies offering day and night tours.
Beautiful beach front property close to the cute little town of Tortugero and within walking distance to Tortugero National Park. very clean and comfortable.
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