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Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area surrounded by lush greenery. - Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge (Tárcoles)
A modern bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a hanging light fixture. - Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge (Tárcoles)
A modern building with large windows and a flat roof, surrounded by greenery. - Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge (Tárcoles)
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a sink. - Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge (Tárcoles)
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island, and pendant lighting. - Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge (Tárcoles)
At Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Double Beds

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a sink.

Family Cabin, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Double Beds

A room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a door leading to a balcony.

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern bedroom with two beds, a chair, and large windows.

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Tárcoles is home to Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge. While the natural beauty of Jacó Beach and Herradura Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Marina Los Sueños. Hacienda las Agujas and Neo Fauna are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Tárcoles travel guide
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Calle 3, Quebrada de Ganado, Bosques Margarita, Tárcoles, Puntarenas, 61101

What's nearby

  • A beach with sand, palm trees, and a forested hill in the background.
    Mantas Beach
    20 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • A large wave with spray and foam, indicating strong ocean currents.
    Jacó Beach
    27 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Hacienda las Agujas
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carara National Park
    12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Playa Blanca
    23 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hook Up
    19 min drive
  • La Ostra
    3 min drive
  • Soda El Coquito
    14 min walk
  • Steven Lisa's
    4 min drive
  • Restaurante Los Guarumos
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

Frequently asked questions

Does Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge located?

Situated in Tárcoles, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Hacienda las Agujas and within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Agujas and Playa Bochinche. Playa Tárcoles and Mantas Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Cabins are set in a very beautiful forest. We woke up to the sounds of birds and even saw Macaus. The breakfast was soothing and filling, with fresh local juice and tasty gallo pinto and coffee. Staff were very helpful and cheerful. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful secluded cabins in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our brief stay here. It's a beautiful sanctuary of nature. Feels like middle of the jungle, but groomed. Our room was clean and inviting, the staff friendly and Patricia was super helpful in helping with our transportation needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place in the forest

We loved our stay at Selva Color. Great attentive staff who looked after us very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was good. Clean. Neat. Pool very nice. Quiet. Breakfast was superb and lady was so nice. You have to drive all through a small town to get there. But resort is very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Friendly property manager, nice pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful rest in the green

Bery nice place innthe middle of the forest and nevertheless close to the main road and restaurantd
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place for us. Cabins layed out nicely to feel secluded but very close to pool and dinning area. Wonderful and beautiful property. August 2024
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The cabins are comfortable and clean, and the A/C worked great. The cabins are surrounded by lovely tropical forest and gardens. We didn’t have time to use the pool, but it looked clean and inviting. Staff are friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect for catching early morning birding tours at nearby Carara NP. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful secluded location in the heart of the forest. The pool was really nice and only 25 metres from our lodge. So much wildlife all around, a pair of Macaws up in a tree and many other species of birds and reptiles. The staff that provided breakfast were wonderfully friendly and overall it was a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our favorite property we stayed at during our trip and we stayed at multiple hotels around the country. Staff were amazing, and we loved the pool. It felt very cozy and private and like we had a little jungle paradise to ourselves. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. Only con is we wish their was more wall plugs by the beds. Breakfast was fantastic and we would recommend this hotel to anyone going to Carara National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room with cooking facility. Comfortable. Difficult to find without your own means of transport. When the bus dropped us at the main road we called the hotel and a vehicle was quickly sent to pick us up. Because it is so far from shops and restaurants we ordered food via WhatsApp messages to the manageress (Patricia) & she kindly brought it to us in her car. Staff helpful. Breakfast was provided at the pool side. Howler monkeys would start screaming at about 4.30 am
The forest around our cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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THIS HOTEL WAS A NICE PLACE TO STAY TO GET AWAY FROM IT ALL. THE TOWN IS SMALL BUT HAS ALL THE STORES AND SERVICES THAT YOU MAY NEED. THE RESTURAUNTS OFFER GOOD FOOD. PATRICICA HELP US OUT WITH TRANSPORATION AND ANY QUESTIONS THAT WE HAD. YOU REALLY GET TO HEAR HOW PURE NATURE SOUNDS LIKE. THE POOL WAS GREAT IN THE MIDDDLE OF THE DAY AND YOUR CLOSE TO MANY EXCURSIONS. I RECCOMEND THIS PLACE TO STAY TO GET OUT OF THE BIG CITY LIFE. WE WILL BE BACK.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved Selva Color for a place to stay near Carara National Park and the village of Tarcoles, where you can see the gorgeous Scarlet Macaw Parrots, many other beautiful birds, monkeys, and other wildlife. 10 minute drive. There are Macaws right on the property to squawk their greetings as you check in. The staff was friendly and professional and answered all of my questions in English. The cabin I had was older, but beautifully decorated with the Scarlet Macaw red theme (perfect for me). Everything worked well, such ad frige and coffee maker, and everything was clean. The bed was comfortable and the secured grounds felt very quiet and safe. I went to Tarcoles village beach to watch the Macaws turn in for the evening and to enjoy a fabulous sunset. I recommend Selva Color for a good night sleep before serous birding in Carara National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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This is in a lovely setting, with rainforest all around. We saw lots of interesting birds, plants, etc. on the grounds; the leader of a birding tour that stayed there went birding on the property. Staff are all wonderful. It was clean, breakfast was good. We stayed in a basic "Toucan" room. It felt a bit dated and like some updating and more attention would really help. Towels were old, worn, and pretty rough. I discovered big bottles of water under the sink, which made me assume the tap water was not potable, but there were no signs about that. (We arrived after the office had closed so got no orientation.) Ice cubes in the fridge looked pretty old (lots of frost on them). Dish powder by the sink was a solid blob. I can't comment on the higher-priced accommodations and, once we got over our disappointment about the initial impression, we loved staying there. A little updating/more attention could really improve that first impression (and a little more lighting in the room - a common issue in C.R.). Beds were comfortable, AC worked well. Even if not updated, as long as you are prepared for that, it's a lovely place to stay and see nature from outside your room. I'd happily go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Two night stay

Great two night stay part of a bigger trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and peaceful property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place in jungle. Great staff. Saw macaws and howler monkeys right from our rooms patio.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Jungle like environment; interesting
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The place was ok for one night. Difficult to figure out where to check in so plan ahead.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place!

We really loved this place! The room was larger than a New York City apartment, the grounds were beautifully kept, the pool was clean and lovely and breakfast was good. We only wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Quaint little EgoLodge

Sweet little spot to make your south in Costa Rica
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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What a lovely place to stay, hearing the birds in the am was very nice. highly recomend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024