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El Zota Hotel

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Premium Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
El Zota Hotel combines oceanfront relaxation with tropical surroundings. Guests can spend time in the garden or venture to the nearby nature reserve. The property offers convenient amenities including a bar, coffee shop, and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 4 - Sep 5
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Tomorrow

Sep 5 - Sep 6
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Premium Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

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Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Down duvet
Champagne service
3 living rooms
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Down duvet
Champagne service
3 living rooms
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Premium Cabin

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Down duvet
Champagne service
3 living rooms
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Rita, El Zota Hotel is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge and Tortuguero National Park.
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Cocori, Rita, Limón

What's nearby

  • Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Tortuquero (TTQ) - 124 min drive

About this property

El Zota Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at El Zota Hotel and take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge) and a nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as premium bedding.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Private yards, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 10
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center (1,076 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 12 per person
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 10

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
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

Property is also known as

El Zota Hotel Rita
El Zota Hotel Hotel
El Zota Hotel Hotel Rita

Frequently asked questions

Does El Zota Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is El Zota Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at El Zota Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at El Zota Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Zota Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge and within 32 mi (52 km) of Tortuguero National Park and Tortuguero National Park Office. Cuatro Esquinas Island and Sea Turtle Conservancy are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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El Zota Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best stay with the nicest staff and the most amazing wildlife right on your doorstep (literally sometimes)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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