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Iguana Lodge Beach Resort

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A hammock under a bamboo structure in a lush garden with a pool. - Iguana Lodge Beach Resort (Puerto Jiménez)
A room with a bed under a mosquito net, wooden floors, and large windows with a view of greenery. - Iguana Lodge Beach Resort (Puerto Jiménez)
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a chair near the window. - Iguana Lodge Beach Resort (Puerto Jiménez)
A beach with footprints leading into the ocean, a clear sky, and distant mountains. - Iguana Lodge Beach Resort (Puerto Jiménez)
A stone wall with a water spout and a bamboo pipe, surrounded by greenery. - Iguana Lodge Beach Resort (Puerto Jiménez)
Located close to Herrera Gardens & Conservation Project and Puerto Jimenez Pier, Iguana Lodge Beach Resort provides free full breakfast, a beach bar, and a free daily manager's reception. Adventurous travelers may like the beach yoga, canoeing, and surfing/body boarding at this hotel. Indulge in a facial, aromatherapy, and a Thai massage at Iguana Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Pearl of the Osa, offers lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

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A bedroom with a large bed, two wicker chairs, a small table with a vase, and windows with a view of greenery.

Club Room with Queen Bed & AC

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed under a mosquito net, wooden floors, and large windows with a view of greenery.

Luxury Casita

  • Resort view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a large bed, a smaller bed, and a wooden floor. There are windows and a view of greenery outside.

Beach House with 2 Bedrooms and Kitchen

  • Ocean view
  • 186 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wicker chair, a wooden door, and a view of palm trees.

Club Room with King or Two Single Beds & AC

  • Partial ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Jiménez, Iguana Lodge Beach Resort is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Pan Dulce Beach and King Louis Waterfall can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Puerto Jimenez Pier. Herrera Gardens & Conservation Project and Playa Cacao are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game viewing. Visit our Puerto Jiménez travel guide
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Calle a Calle Platanares, Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, 60702

What's nearby

  • A group of dolphins swimming in clear blue water.
    Golfo Dulce
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Precious Turtles of Osa
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Puerto Jiménez Beach
    13 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Puerto Jimenez Pier
    14 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Pan Dulce Beach
    37 min drive - 19.1 miles

Getting around

  • Puerto Jiménez (PJM)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panadería Monar
    12 min drive
  • Marisquería Corcovado
    10 min drive
  • Restaurante Agua Luna
    11 min drive
  • Tierra a la Mesa
    9 min drive
  • Hotel y Restaurante Carolina
    12 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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 4 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Pearl of the Osa

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1999
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Iguana Lodge Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Iguana Lodge Beach Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, Iguana Lodge Beach Resort allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Iguana Lodge Beach Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is Iguana Lodge Beach Resort located?

Situated on the waterfront, this spa hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Puerto Jimenez Pier and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Herrera Gardens & Conservation Project. Pan Dulce Beach and King Louis Waterfall are also within 20 mi (32 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

Iguana Lodge Beach Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its own little oasis by the beach. Quiet, lovely setting with wooded paths between buildings. Food was great and staff was fabulous. Highly recommend staying here form more than just a night or two
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I want to start by saying that my wife and I very much enjoyed our 7 day stay. With that said it's web site states that it is the only luxury resort on the beach which in our opinion is stretching the word luxury a bit. To us its luxury is not in the facility, which is a bit rustic, but rather the natural setting that surrounds it. Beautiful macaws, howler monkeys, iguanas, tapir, hawk, other wild life in the area, lush green environment and of course the sound of the beach surf all day long. We found it to be a great place for relaxing and enjoying our surroundings. We enjoyed the jacuzzi and the pool every night surrounded the nature. The lodge is about 4 kilometers from the small town of Puerto Jimenez on a pothole filled dirt road. Suggest that guests rent a car or you wont be able to get around much to participate in the many other nature activities in the Osa area. The staff, which included the owner, was great (in particular Oliver and Mardi). Overall we give the lodge a definite thumbs up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property with sandy beach and very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this rustic beautiful spot and all the macaws and hearing the howler monkeys at night. Highly recommend, but don't book through Expedia. Our info was hacked and we received repeated scam attempts to get our credit card numbers.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great 5 days at Iguana Lodge. The staff and owner were very friendly and responsive. The room was comfortable. There was a bit of noise from the kitchen and food aromas at times. The only downside to the property was the road leading from Puerto Jimenez to Iguana Lodge. The beachfront and pool were wonderful. Very relaxing. Food was great but more options would have been nice a well. Morning breakfasts were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschönes Naturparadies Wir hatten eine fantastische Zeit in der Iguana Lodge. Lauren und Toby sind unglaublich herzliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Die Organisation von Aktivitäten wie Kayak-Touren, Corcovado, Fishing oder Nachtwanderungen war perfekt. Die Lage direkt am Strand im Dschungel ist einzigartig – Affen am Morgen, Aras und Papageien den ganzen Tag. Pure Natur und absolute Ruhe. Das Essen war das beste in Puerto Jiménez. Kein Stress, kein Schnickschnack – einfach ein magischer Ort zum Abschalten.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Direkt am Meer, sehr ruhig. Gemütliches Restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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

Lovely retreat

Lovely retreat at the coast of the Golfo Dulce in Osa Peninsula me. Very quiet, friendly staff, good food and loads of things to see nearby. Beds could be better though.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is full of interesting vegitation in a very natural , lightly groomed setting with endless opportunitied for nature/wildlife photography. The beach is accessible for walks and swimming. The 'lapas' (scarlet Macaws) are numberous and amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Be prepared for extreemly humid conditions outside and early mornings with lots of critter calls to wake you. The road in is not paved from Puerto Jimenez - which adds to the experience. We made the 7hr scenic drive from San Jose - but a 40 min flight into Pto Jimenez is a more doable for most. We highly recommend Iguana Lodge for the adventursome eco-traveler,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Hope to return

I can’t say enough. What a gem! Beautiful grounds, huge beach, lovely pool area and great food. The Iguana Lodge was lovingly constructed and designed for a most excellent stay. Pura Vida!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

El paraíso en Puerto Jímenez

Resumidamente, volvería mil veces más. La ubicación es excelente, sientes que estás en el paraíso. La piscina es soñada y es como estar dentro de una montaña pero al frente del hotel. Solo una observación que en el restaurante tendría más variedad y precios un poco accesibles, dado que prácticamente comes ahí 3 veces. Me encantó que dieran la posibilidad de llevar las botellas del licor favorito de uno. Para estadías de 8 días ayudaría poder usar al menos al almuerzo la cocina compartida, así uno baja costos en comida y se puede quedar más días.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with friendly owners and staff. Room was clean and basic. Bathroom and shower was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service
We had to leave the country early due to the pandemic. We tried to cancel reservation a week prior to our scheduled arrival, they charged us full price anyway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodations, beautiful grounds. On-site naturalist. Excellent and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view and quiet beach. Restaurant was excellent. I particularly enjoyed the scarlet macaws that frequent the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place with the best hospitality. Highly recommend! The food is out of this world fresh and delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
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8/10 Good

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

Iguana lodge

A beautiful, well designed place that has everything you need for a break
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place in great surroundings!

We stayed 2 nights in Iguana Lodge, one before and one after our 3 day jungle trek through Corcovado NP. Perfect place to prepare and recover for a tough hike. Splendid contemporary rooms with ocean views, friendly staff and great food in the restaurant. Breakfast was a little basic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

Iguana Love

What an amazing hotel in an amazing location. It's a great way to experience the area without leaving the resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely spectacular property with the most friendly staff and great food. Everything is done right. There are at least two gorgeous spaces where you can do yoga and Lauren (the owner) teaches complementary classes. But more importantly, the grounds are absolutely spectacular and we saw many monkeys and macaws and parrots and tucans right on the property. The restaurant at the lodge is by far the best in town. Truly fantastic experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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8/10 Good

Pleasant stay just for one night. Rooms small but clean. Food good. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Essayez de trouver mieux...

15 minutes de route cabossée pour atteindre l’hôtel. Piscine à l’abandon et sale, hôtel peu entretenu, personnel qui fait ce qu’il peut. Photos non contractuelles (améliorées qui doivent dater...). Cuisine très chère à base de surgelés (22$ pour une pizza sans les taxes et service). Plage non nettoyée (même si essentiellement du bois)... « pura vida » ne rime pas avec pigeon, eco loge ne rime pas avec établissement à l’abandon. C’est dommage car le cadre pourrait être bien, la verdure autour est belle et agréable. Nous avons eu le sentiment de nous être faits avoir en croyant réserver quelque chose de luxueux. NB: si vous voulez joindre Corcovado, sachez qu’il y a 4 ou 5 rivières à traverser et que la dernière se fait à pied au bout de 2 h de route et que vous pouvez avoir de l’eau jusqu’au bassin
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very disappointing stay

After a fantastic week in remote ecolodges on the Osa, we stayed here one night before traveling out of Costa Rica. The room itself was very clean and nice, but the grounds and facilities were underwhelming. Our room was situated directly above he restaurant and doesn’t have windows that closed (just screens and fans bc no A/C). We learned that it was “pasta night” that night, so we politely declined to attend the dinner and turn in early for an early flight the next morning. Before 7pm, an unbelievably obnoxious level of sound was unavoidable in our room. It was truly a nightmare. A few minutes after 8pm, we left our room to ask if there was any other place we could get some sleep. The front desk woman had one other room available and that is where we moved to. The obnoxious party now use stopped around 9, we started to drift off to sleep, but then we hear another family enter our casita on the floor above us. We woke up in a panic because the doors don’t lock and we thought we we placed in someone else’s casita without them knowing. After 30 minutes of debate, while listening to the new orchestra of family/babies crying, we decided to move back to our room. I’ve never had a bad experience like this before, and our standards are very reasonable. If you’re paying close to 200/night for accommodation, you should be able to find a bit of rest. Best of luck.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My husband and I stayed at Hotel Iguana as we headed into and out of Corcovado. The rooms and the setting are incredibly beautiful. The birds, plants and waterfront were great. The food was delicious and the hard working and friendly staff went out of the way to make sure that we had a comfortable experience. Very nice!!
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10/10 Excellent

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Un rêve hors du temps.

Séjourner à Iguana Lodge est un enchantement. Celui d'un accueil chaleureux et le fait de se sentir en symbiose avec l'océan et la jungle. Le choix doit se faire entre de merveilleuses promenades sur une plage immense et déserte ou nager dans la superbe piscine sous les arbres en compagnie des oiseaux et des singes toujours à deux pas. Qui observe qui ? Quant aux repas préparés avec des produits sains, José le cuisinier, fait des merveilles. Hors du temps, on souhaiterait que le temps s'arrête et l'on se prête à rêver sous la douce lumière des bougies et le regard perdu dans une nature somptueuse.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018