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Tortuga Lodge

4.5 star property
Victorian resort with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Fusion cuisine, pool views
Tortuga Lodge and Gardens by Böëna is steps from Tortuguero National Park Office and the Sea Turtle Conservancy. Enjoy the spa, outdoor pool, fusion dishes at The Green Turtle, free WiFi, motor boating, and hiking trails through the gardens.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Spa
Massage

Spa

Wispa has a variety of ways to relax and unwind. The resort's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, facials, and manicures/pedicures.

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
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Miss Evelyn Balcony Suites

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Miss Florentina Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Miss Florentina Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Miss Perla Balcony Upstairs Suites - King Bed

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Papi Brown Downstairs Suites - Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Colorado, Tortuga Lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sea Turtle Conservancy and Cuatro Esquinas Island. Tortuguero National Park Office and Tortuguero National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. With kayaking, boat tours, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Across the river, in front of Tortuguero airstrip, Colorado, Limon, 70206

What's nearby

  • Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • Budda Café
  • Sunrise Restaurant
  • Restaurante Mi Niño
  • Cevichera y Marisquería Chiri
  • Coco Loco

About this property

Tortuga Lodge

Luxury family-friendly resort renovated in 2021 and located near Tortuguero National Park Office
Located close to Sea Turtle Conservancy and Cuatro Esquinas Island, Tortuga Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and concerts and live shows. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking, ecotours, and boating at this resort. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a body treatment, or a facial at Wispa, the onsite spa. The on-site Fusion cuisine family restaurant, The Green Turtle, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a vegetable garden, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a nature reserve, and books
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Tortuga Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Green Turtle

Things to do

  • Boat and paddles
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Cooking classes
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Portable shower seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1983
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via airplane or 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
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 10 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed mandatory additional fee covers the Tortuga Lodge and Gardens by Böëna Conservation Support Fee that subsidizes local conservation and community efforts.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (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, 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Lodge Gardens
Tortuga Gardens
Tortuga Lodge Gardens Tortuguero
Tortuga Lodge
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens Tortuguero
Tortuga Hotel Gardens
Tortuga Hotel Tortuguero
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens Costa Rica/Tortuguero
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens Hotel Tortuguero
Tortuga Lodge And Gardens
Tortuga Lodge Gardens

Frequently asked questions

Does Tortuga Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Tortuga Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Tortuga Lodge?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Tortuga Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Tortuga Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 100 (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Tortuga Lodge?

Some rate plans available at this resort are all-inclusive.

Where is Tortuga Lodge located?

This family-friendly Colorado resort is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge, Sea Turtle Conservancy and Tortuguero National Park Office. Cuatro Esquinas Island and Tortuguero National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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