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La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge

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A covered wooden deck with benches and a hammock. - La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge (Pital)
A wooden bridge in a forested area with a muddy stream below. - La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge (Pital)
A kitchen with a central island, wooden shelves above, and a potted plant on the right. - La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge (Pital)
A hotel room with two beds, wooden beams on the ceiling, a painting on the wall, and a mirror. - La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge (Pital)
A two-story building with a wooden structure, surrounded by lush greenery. - La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge (Pital)
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding, ecotours, and rowing/canoeing at this lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Pital, La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Costa Rica Best Chocolate is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Maquenque Nature Reserve and Quebrada Grande Biological Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Pital travel guide
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7 km north of Boca Tapada, Pital, Alajuela, 995-1007

What's nearby

  • Maquenque Nature Reserve
    16 min drive - 4.4 miles

Restaurants

  • Centro Familiar Cuyito
    19 min drive
  • Los Laureles
    7 min drive
  • Arara's Café
    12 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1992
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

Frequently asked questions

Is La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge 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 La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge?

Check-out is at 9 AM.

Does La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–8:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 200.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Maquenque Nature Reserve and within 32 mi (52 km) of Quebrada Grande Biological Reserve and Aquas Zarcas Square. Aguas Zarcas Church is 31.6 mi (50.8 km) away.

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

La Laguna del Lagarto Eco-Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect and premier ecolodge for birdwatching and photography in Costa Rica with unique opportunities to watch King Vultures and other rare birds. We saw 14 adult and 6 juvenile King Vultures at the feeding station, 5-20 meters away, together with about 40 Black Vultures. Fruit feeding stations attract dozens of birds including toucans, parrots and Great Curassows. About a dozen palm trees with breeding holes attract diverse range of birds to breed 5-15 meters in front of the lodge, including a pair of Central American Pygmy-Owl and two pairs of Black-crowned Tityra. Excellent delicious food prepared at the lodge’s restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

xingning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Birds watching station on site, breakfast is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if you are looking to do bird watching and other nature related activities. The bird feeders not only attract an incredible amount of birds but also some other mammals such as the Agouti and the Coati. The area is known for sightings of the King Vulture, all types of toucans, tanagers, parrots, etc. Including a Cayman that lives in the lagoon. They also have trails. Food was good, specially breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Frédérick

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We expected much more from this place, but of the five lodges we visited, this was the worst. Regarding the accommodation, we realized that the door could be opened with just a slight push, without even turning the handle, meaning anyone could enter the room even when the handle was locked. Furthermore, there was no water pressure for the shower, and the water had to be heated by a small heater built into the showerhead, but this gadget clearly didn't allow for temperature control; the water was either freezing cold or scalding hot. The room contained only two beds and a bedside table; there was no desk or table with a chair to set up a laptop and edit photos at the end of the day. As for activities, the only real draw of this place is birdwatching or photography, as there's nothing else to do in the area. We would have expected all the perches to be stocked with fruit and the hummingbird feeders to be full, but only one of the many perches had food, and the hummingbird feeders were all empty and were never refilled during our visit. They seemed more interested in selling us expensive paid tours: king vultures $75/person, macro with snakes and frogs $50/person, hummingbirds $65/person, small birds $30/person, bats $65/person. There are trails on the property, but they are not suitable for regular hiking boots and are extremely muddy; rubber boots are absolutely necessary. Considering the price of the overnight stays, we would have expected a little more from this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Una maravillosa experiencia!

Precioso lugar Personal muy amable Comida deliciosa Senderos donde se puede apreciar flora y fauna en abundancia Cumplió todas mis expectativas!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Man kann von der Terrasse perfekt sehr viele verschiedene Vögel fotografieren. ACHTUNG: vor Antritt einer zusätzlich gebuchten Aktivität genau nachfragen, was sie kostet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The birding was amazing! It was nice to be able to take the canoes out in the pond whenever we wanted. The porch on the back of the rooms with hammocks was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tolle Lofge inmitten vom Regenwald. Super Möglichkeiten um Vögel zu beobachten. Tolle Wander Möglichkeiten und sehr freundliches Personal. Etwas weiter Anreise aber auf jeden Fall die Strapazen wert.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Anja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfekt für die Vogelbeobachtung

Wir waren nur 2 Nächte in der Lodge, haben den Aufenthalt und die Ruhe aber sehr genossen. Tolle große Veranda mit Hängematten und Schaukelstühlen. Wir haben alle 3 vom Hotel angebotenen Touren mitgemacht und vor allem bei der Kaimantour mit Henry viel Spaß gehabt.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place in Costa Rica

Great tours! Most animals! Best place in Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great hotel in paradise

the hotel is just in the middle of the beatiful nature, we had an really relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Conny

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel für Birdwatching

Sehr beschwerliche Anreise- 40 km dauern über 2 Stunden. Zimmer könnten sauberer sein, wir hatten lebende und tote Kakerlaken. Hotelmanager ist sehr nett und freundlich. Die beschwerliche Lage lohn nur insoweit, als dass Tukane, kleine Papageien und viele andere Vögel leicht fotografiert werden können, da sie angefüttert werden. Das Abendessen ist teuer und einfache Küche.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Traumhaft

Super netter Service. Familiäre Atmosphäre. Super tolle Anlage mit viel zu entdecken. Vor der Frühstücksterasse sind Vogelfutterstellen aufgebaut, so dass man dort zahlreiche Vögel beobachten kann. Jede Zimmerterrasse hat eine eigene Hängematte zum relaxen und man kann die Kanus selbst nutzen um auf den See zu fahren.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Not an enjoyable visit this year

This was my second time staying at Laguna del Lagarto and I'm afraid it wasn't a positive experience this year. My last day of photography was ruined by the apparent immediate need to take down the existing feeder and put up a new one in anticipation of a photography group that was coming and yet no photography group came. This lodge caters to photography groups so if you're on your own then you may be out of luck. The birds stayed away from the area due to all the noise. The fan, toilet and shower were broken/not working properly. The people are very nice which makes writing a bad review difficult but we didn't enjoy our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Lodge mit toller Terrasse mit Blick auf die Lagune

Das Beste an der Lodge ist die gemütliche Terrasse mit Hängematte, Schaukelstühlen und tollem Ausblick. Sie liegt abgelegen mitten im Dschungel, ist aber trotzdem mit dem Mietwagen gut zu erreichen (Schotterpiste ohne großen Schwierigkeiten). Ringsrum schöne Natur und großer Tierreichtum. Sehr empfehlenswert! Lediglich das Essen ist verbesserungswürdig. Es gab beim Abendessen am "Buffet" keine Auswahl und es wurde sogar darauf geachtet, dass man nicht zu viel nimmt.
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10/10 Excellent

Erwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ein Naturerlebnis der Superlative. Einfach fantastisch.
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10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

C'est fantastique d'être loin de tout

Les oiseaux tropicaux vont et viennent aux mangeoires, c'est un ballet continu confortablement installé dans la salle à manger même quand il pleut.le soir le lodge vous offre une sortie d'observation des caïmans et vous pouvez disposez des canoë pour aller sur la lagune,de ses bottes sont aussi mises à disposition
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for bird lovers

Staff was wonderful. Food was great!!! Loved the morning "Bird Show" It was the highlight of my day. The crocodile show was so good. Nice vacation stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birdwatchers Paradise

We really enjoyed our stay and wish we'd been able to spend more than 3 nights! Great birding and comfortable environment.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Die steinige Anreise lohnt sich!

Sehr gutes Service und Essen, tolles Angebot an Ausflügen und Tierbeobachtungen , Relaxen in der Hängematte mitten im Dschungel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un vrai paradis

Nous sommes restés trois jours ( plus que prévu initialement ) Nous étions comme des rois dans ce coin enchanteur. Personnel très à l'écoute et disponible ....... Repas copieux et typiques
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Per

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk fugleliv.

Hotellet kan varmt anbefales hvis man er interesseret i fugleliv. Perfekte forhold til fotografering. Kræver en 4WV da vejen er temmelig dårligt med cirka 2 timers kørsel på grusvej med store huller. Personalet er meget hjælpsomt og maden helt ok.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gigi

Liked: Staff & service

dépaysant, proximité de la faune

à faire, le tour sur le fleuve en bateau, voir les crocodiles, les oiseaux
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dschungel hautnah

Weit ab der touristischen Zentren liegt die Lodge mitten im Dschungel, jedoch mit einem Fahrzeug gut erreichbar (geländegängig von Vorteil, aber nicht notwendig). Die Zimmer sind angemessen groß und sauber. Das Personal ist durchweg sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, das Essen ist sehr lecker. Angeboten werden eine geführte Wanderung durch das anliegende Privatreservat sowie Paddeln im Kanu in 2 zugehörigen Lagunen auf eigene Faust (alles inklusive im Zimmerpreis). Zusätzlich kann man an einer Bootstour (incl. Guide) an die Grenze von Nicaragua teilnehmen. Wir konnten sehr viele Tiere, insbesondere Vögel beobachten, was für uns in Summe den Aufenthalt in der Laguna del Lagarto Lodge zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis machte!