Unbelievably good set of lodges on the Osa Peninsula. Run by the Boena group this is a truly exceptional lodge. The self contained lodges are clean and well maintained with outdoor and indoor showers, balcony and large balcony. The food at the lodge is wonderful and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Our lodge was a bit of a trek from the main building which could be an issue for less able patrons. The hotel pool is good with waiter service and comfortable loungers. The eco credentials of this lodge are second to none and the tours offered as part of the experience are well worth taking. Did not want to leave.

Lapa Rios - A Magical Communion with Nature The Lapa Rios experience starts right at the Puerto Jimenez Airport… we were 2.5 hours ahead of schedule when we landed and we showed up at their small office right by the airport. The staff was very efficient and 20 minutes later our private ride arrived to pick us up. It was a 40-or-so minutes smooth ride in a comfortable 4x4 during which we already saw scarlet macaws, colorful birds of prey and multiple species of singing birds. Arrival with a welcome drink and a smile, and our room was ready ! The room we took overlooked the Golfo Dulce with screened windows on 3 walls: the tropical forest comes alive at dusk and we were right in it throughout our stay, all the way to the howler monkeys at 3:17AM, as well as feeling the humidity. The room we took had electricity but no A/C. That was by design to fully enjoy nature, but if anyone is sensitive to heat and humidity you may want to take an upgrade. We took many included excursions and all the guides were super knowledgeable… one of them a former park ranger at Corcovado National Park who came across part Indiana Jones, part Crocodile Hunter… he was awesome ! All in all, we saw at least 25 different species of birds, amphibians and mammals and it was a truly memorable experience all around. The food menu has 3 different rotations for lunch and diner and we ate alfresco every day, with spider monkeys spying over us but never approaching our tables and that’s the amazing thing… for all those years the animals, while habituated to humans, but don’t approach the tables at anytime. The Lapa Rios experience ends the same way it started: your private 4x4 ride during which we saw more animals and birds, our driver accompanied us to the Sansa Airline desk and confirmed we were all set. We waited at the Lapa Rios office with A/C until our flight departed. This establishment is noted by name in the travel book “A Thousand Places to see before you Die” and the experience was worth every penny. Thank you !!

We spent 3 nights at Lapa Rios Lodge in March. It was one of the best travel experiences we have ever had. Our room had a huge deck with an outdoor shower and fantastic water views and complete privacy. Our guide Frank Chaves was phenomenal. He was knowledgeable, patient, enthusiastic and fun! We went on early morning bird walks, the Osa hike, night walk, and swam in the pool and ocean. We saw all 4 types of monkeys, sloths, armadillo, coatis, enormous iguana, and over 80 species of birds. Some of the best wildlife viewing was from our deck. The food was incredible. Great fish, fruit, desserts, soups, and always many delicious vegetarian options. The service was amazing, especially Vilma who delighted us with her friendly hospitality and her gentle way. Our drivers to and from Puerto Jimenez were very friendly, pointing out sights and telling us stories along the way. The staff all seemed genuinely interested in sharing their Osa Peninsula with us. We would love to return one day.

We were victims of scammers here and were cheated out of €1,600 during the booking process. That was in 2022. I then had further contact with the lodge, supposedly now with the real people. They assured me that they would give us the amount on the booking as a discount. The visit was planned for 2024 and the lodge wanted to contact me as soon as the prices were available and then make me an offer. I never heard from them again and assume that I was just in contact with the scammers again. I will not be contacting them again from my side. Be careful when booking with them. We have handed everything over to the police in Germany, unfortunately nothing has been found so far. It is not easy to achieve anything in Costa Rica.

Lapa Rios is a very special place. Reached after a 40 minute transfer by 4x4 its as part of the rainforest and absolutely amazing. The rooms are beautiful with stunning views and the sounds of the rainforest all around. The stall, all local people, could not be more helpful or friendly. The food absolutely superb. You can take part in the many organised activities or just chill and let nature surround you. We loved it.