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La Baula Lodge

2.5 star property
Waterfront lodge with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Restaurant
Basic Room | Bed sheets, alarm clocks
Interior
La Baula Lodge is on the waterfront, with a sunny terrace and outdoor pool. Enjoy breakfast with local flavors, tour arrangements, and luggage storage. Visitors love the warm, welcoming atmosphere of this peaceful getaway.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room | Bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Bed sheets, alarm clocks

Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Pococi, Colorado, Limon

Restaurants

  • Sunrise Restaurant
  • ‪Budda Café - ‬19 min walk
  • Restaurante Mi Niño
  • ‪Coco Loco - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Tortuguero - ‬19 min walk

About this property

La Baula Lodge

Lodge on the waterfront
Consider a stay at La Baula Lodge and take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Balconies, cable channels, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
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

Baula Lodge Tortuguero
Baula Lodge
La Baula
La Baula Lodge
La Baula Lodge Tortuguero
La Baula Tortuguero
La Baula Lodge Costa Rica/Tortuguero
Baula Tortuguero
La Baula Lodge Hotel
La Baula Lodge Colorado
La Baula Lodge Hotel Colorado

Frequently asked questions

Does La Baula Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is La Baula Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at La Baula Lodge?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at La Baula Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Baula Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does La Baula Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–5:00 PM on request.

Where is La Baula Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Tortuguero and Sea Turtle Conservancy. Cuatro Esquinas Island and Tortuguero National Park Office are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

La Baula Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was incredible and well-suited for our family's needs. The lodges were comfortable and clean, and the staff had great advice for activities and helped us plan out our days to ensure we could enjoy as much of Tortuguero as possible. We appreciate the eco-friendly, family atmosphere and the humble interaction with wildlife. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an adventure in the rainforest!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jun

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the location for two nights, both my son and myself got so many bite by bedbugs in the room!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Basic rooms.

Fabulous settling, lovely gardens, very basic tired room. Breakfast and dinner was OK. Hated the wooden seats without cushions in the dining area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Lise

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not stay here again

Well…. We would not recommend staying here. 1: when you have booked your hotel, the hotel immediately sends out an email heavily encouraging you to booked transport with them (read: kind of makes you feel there is not another option to get there). We luckily didn’t due this as they charge you sobbelt of what you would pay if you buy your transport in La Pavona. 2. Their tours are also overpriced - charge about 10-15 dollars more per person pr tour for a less intimate experience than what you can find in Tortuguero. 3. They don’t make it clear anywhere that if you choose to stay here you will have to take a water taxi whenever you need to leave the hotel meaning you rack up extra expenses. They do offer a free shuttle 3 times a day but only away. Not back again. And only on certain times (11, 15 and 17hr hrs.). We would not have stayed here if we knew that was the case. 4. There was a gap under our door to our room, so each night we had big black bugs coming in under the door. We had to try and block it with towels. 5. facilities was old and worn, so was the pool. Pool was usable but really need a touch up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un paraiso, limpio, ordenado, la atención del personal es excelente, habitaciones cómodas, no puedo opinar nada malo, todo es súper bueno.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ma Felicidad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un lugar totalmente rústico. Para llegar, es necesario tomar una lancha. Sin embargo, está muy confortable, limpio y protegido. La comida que ofrecen es muy buena, el entorno es el lago, vegetación, y aves hermosas. Y lo mejor de todo, el trato del personal es excelente (Edgar, el barman, excepcional atención). Para ir al pueblo, también se toma taxi acuático. Toda una hermosa experiencia para relajarse en medio de la naturaleza
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrei-Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andres, der Rezeptionist war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend, die Lage der Lodge ist unglaublich schön, auf einem der Arme direkt am Wasser gelegen, gefühlt mitten im Urwald. Alles sehr sauber und schön gestaltet. Das Zimmer ist geräumig, Warmwasser war vorhanden - eine tolle Experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien

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

Séjour fantastique

Séjour fantastique !! Très bel accueil. Membres du personnel toujours à l'écoute, serviables, et de bonne humeur. Nous fêtions l'anniversaire de notre petit garçon, et tout à été organisé pour que nous gardions un souvenir mémorable ! Merci !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Liked: Staff & service
Endroit très rustique, tranquille et agréable. Seul petit point important a savoir est que Tortuguero est un des endroit les plus humide du Costa rica et les cabines ne sont pas climatisé malgré que un ventilateur de plafond rendait les nuit supportable pour nous si vous ne supporté pas la chaleur ce n'est peut être pas un endroit pour vous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly & helpful. The property was well kept and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

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

Waterfront Tropical Cottage

We stayed here with our 1 1/2 year-old and 3 year-old and the staff was very patient and friendly! They were able to make accommodations and provided special assistance with meals, organizing transportation and addressed all our inquiries. We got to see monkeys on the property and many tropical birds. We used the pool and enjoyed the quiet rocking chair dock while waiting for a few passing rain clouds. Excellent-Family Friendly place to say just a quick water taxi away from Tortuguero.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful resort. Great food. Thank you Dino for the river and Tortuquero hill tours. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Rita

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, full of plants and animals.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most friendly, accommodating staff. Beautiful nature views with monkeys in the backyard.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

INGRID M

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

Hotel que no debe dejar pasar de visitarlo

Lo pasamos increíble!!! Mi esposo y yo ya habíamos ido a este hotel y nos encantó. Por eso decidimos llevar a nuestros amigos. Ellos se sintieron maravillados del lugar y de todas las bellezas que tiene Tortuguero. Los jardines del hotel, sus habitaciones y la atención de su personal son excepcionales.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It has not ATM
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ronny and his family were very accommodating as we were the only guests at the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Kayla, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, good breakfast. Note that the wifi is almost non existant at the lodge, and zero wifi reaches the rooms. If you are doing a tortuguero tour, may be worthwhile to make sure they pick you up at the hotel- otherwise you need ti taxi into the main town (~4$ us roundtrip, and a bit of a hassel if youre doing an early morning tour). Pool was very nice. Pricey meals onsite for lunch or supper (15$ us) or you can take the free hotel boat into town at 3pm, returning at 5pm. May be nice to stay right into tortuguero, but this hotel is quiet and and good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Kurt, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had very nice gardens full of birds and other wildlife, and went from lagoon to lagoon. Very convenient to get to Tortuguero, but removed enough to be quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Les chambres sont dans un sale état, lavabo brisé, on voit le jour entre la porte d'entrée et les lattes du planchers les chambres pas fait à tous les jours. La dame qui fait nos œufs le matin air bête. Les serveurs excellents et les personnes à la réception aussi.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

atalia

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

a wonderful vacation

a wonderful accomodation for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jose V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Oasis in Paradise

Beautiful grounds and awesome staff make for a great place to stay while in the area of Tortugero. Separate from the main Tortugero peninsula so you get a break from the busier area but still just a short boat ride away. The lodge is ran by family/friends that are a pleasure to get to know and care about their lodge and the natural beauty of Turtugero.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Esteban, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and friendly. We enjoyed our time spent there
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is fine. No Tv. No air condition. Nice staff. Nice pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maria Amalia

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

Hermoso lugar!

Cómo siempre, muy satisfecha con el lugar, la atención, la comida, la hospitalidad. En un ambiente perfecto de descanso y relajación, para disfrutar Tortuguero en todo su esplendor. Lo recomiendo, el lugar es familiar, para amigos, para parejas; cuenta con piscina y está rodeado de naturaleza.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

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