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Tarcoles Birding Lodge

Property class: 3

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 410 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 20

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Limited-hour front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 6 units
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 7:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Lagunillas is home to Tarcoles Birding Lodge. Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park and Caldera Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carara National Park and Playa Agujas. Don't miss out on a visit to Hacienda las Agujas. Visit our Lagunillas travel guide
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Tárcoles Lodge, Lagunillas, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • A beach with sand, palm trees, and a forested hill in the background.
    Mantas Beach
    41 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Carara National Park
    14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Playa Tárcoles
    21 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Hacienda las Agujas
    24 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Playa Blanca
    44 min drive - 18.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU)
    180 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Los Cocodrilos
    9 min drive
  • Restaurante El Jardín
    10 min drive
  • Restaurante Rústico Lapas
    8 min drive
  • Steven Lisa's
    19 min drive
  • Soda Nidia
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tarcoles Birding Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tarcoles Birding Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tarcoles Birding Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Tarcoles Birding Lodge located?

Situated in Lagunillas, this chalet is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Jardín Pura Vida and within 12 mi (20 km) of Carara National Park and Hacienda las Agujas. Playa Agujas and Mantas Beach are also within 16 mi (25 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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Tarcoles Birding Lodge Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was big and clean. Staff was excellent. Was so peaceful we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, friendly proprietor and staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A nice place for one night. No internet/wifi in the room. Very nice area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Federico was the perfect host. The accommodations was very nice and clean and spa like.The surrounding area was amazing. Breakfast and dinner was available and was very good. Staff were nice and very helpful. Close to Tarcoles Bridge and Carrara National Park. Great opportunity to see birds and monkeys.I would highly recommend. Also the host went above and beyond to assist. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xenofon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Enjoy a beautiful sunset in this local gem

This is a place to spend a few nights on your way to further South of Costa Rica as we did. The location is stunning up on a hill overlooking the Pacific and enjoying a majestic sunset. The owner and staff very friendly and approachable, and the food home cooked, local and delicious. I believe this place is fairly new, and is evolving but has a great potential to become very special. We loved our room, and yes the construction especially of doors and windows could be better but this is a problem in many places in Costa Rica anyway
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
New and clean rooms Nice pool Good A/C Rooms are very basic No fridge No cupboard No hairdryer Only one chair No table No TV
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurk

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful birding site

The birding on the property was great, especially walking the road away from the highway (Scarlet Macaws and Howler Monkeys when we arrived!). The tower provided wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Abram was a great host who prepared delicious meals for breakfast and dinner. I found the mattresses to be a bit too firm, but our kids slept like rocks. There were a couple of minor maintenance issues, like a bathroom door that didn't fully close. But all in all I would stay there again happily!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This place is a gem! The view up in the mountains, overlooking the sea. A birder’s paradise. The value is incredible. My kids wept when we left. Loved our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Joli séjour dans la jungle

Le lieu est au calme dans la jungle où on peut voir des oiseaux. Nous avons vu des aras dans l’arbre en face de notre chambre et des singes. C’était magique. Propreté ok. Le personnel est agréable et souriant. Je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024