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Turtle Beach Lodge

2.5 star property
Beachfront lodge with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, kayaking
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Basic Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, wheelchair access
Located in a national park, Turtle Beach Lodge offers a peaceful getaway with ocean views and free breakfast. Relax at the poolside bar, swim in the outdoor pool, or explore by kayak. Enjoy local dishes at the on-site restaurant in a beautiful garden setting.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Basic Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds | Terrace/patio

Basic Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Tortuguero National Park, Caño Palma, Colorado, Limón

What's nearby

  • Playa Tortuguero - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • Sunrise Restaurant
  • Budda Café
  • Restaurante Mi Niño
  • Coco Loco
  • El Patio de Tortuguero

About this property

Turtle Beach Lodge

Lodge in a national park
Consider a stay at Turtle Beach Lodge and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and kayaking, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • A billiards/pool table, beach towels, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 8:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.35 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during August and September.

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.35 percent

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Turtle Beach Lodge Tortuguero
Turtle Beach Lodge
Turtle Beach Tortuguero
Turtle Beach Hotel Tortuguero
Turtle Beach Lodge Costa Rica/Tortuguero
Turtle Beach Lodge Lodge
Turtle Beach Lodge Colorado
Turtle Beach Lodge Lodge Colorado

Frequently asked questions

Does Turtle Beach Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Turtle Beach Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Turtle Beach Lodge?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Turtle Beach Lodge?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Turtle Beach Lodge?

Check-out is at 8:30 AM.

Where is Turtle Beach Lodge located?

Located in Colorado, this beachfront lodge is in a national park and within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, and Tortuguero National Park Office. Cuatro Esquinas Island and Sea Turtle Conservancy are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Turtle Beach Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très bonne prise en charge, avec guide et activités Nourriture excellente même ai choix limitée Nous avons adoré notre expérience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

AURELIE

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel vieillissant bien que confortable. La guide s’est démenée pour nous occuper et semble être la seule (avec le capitaine du bateau) à s’être préoccupée de nous, de nos attentes et de nos satisfactions. Mobilier et chambres correctes, qui auraient besoin d’un coup de jeune. Ceci étant, c’est authentique. Le bar est cher. La restauration est à revoir, plus proche de la cantine comme d’autres avis le mentionnent déjà que du restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Der Speiseplan könnte auch für 2 oder 3 Nächte mehr Abwechslung haben.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Monica

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

Great place

A wonderful gem in the middle of the jungle. Felt safe and pampered in the exotic getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

ARLETTE

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

A la découverte des animaux

Un séjour dépaysant à la rencontre des tortues, caïmans, iguanes, hérons, singes et autres... Les chambres sont rustiques mais confortables, la nourriture n’est pas exceptionnelle mais suffisante, les fruits sont succulents et à volonté. Le lodge assure votre prise en charge depuis votre hôtel à San José aller/ retour ou peut vous laisser à Guapiles pour poursuivre votre séjour. À faire au début ou en fin de parcours. Je précise également que les principales excursions sont incluses dans le package.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place! The hotel is located between the canals and the beach making it the perfect place to tour as well as relax. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiskt alltihop Personal, mat, tour, guide
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Travellady, Coquitlam , Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place right in the jungle. Staff was super friendly and our guide Ricardo very knowledgeable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Great stay for a families

Great place for a family of four. Service, food, and room were all well above expectations. The kids enjoyed the turtle shaped pool, and the bar was very reasonable for the adults. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, and we saw a ton of species on the morning boat tour. They put the families with young young children together in the same area, which was perfect for the families and the others staying without little ones. We would definitely stay here again, and would highly recommend for young families.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

gianbattista

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place for a couple of days. Very cordial service, however very limited food and drinks selection. When you are locked in a place for a few days, you need more variety. Any Costa Rican soda offers better variety and quality. Not in line with the cost and expected level of the lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

francois

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

magnifique endroit

magnifique endroit au bout du monde, logement basique mais literie confortable, cuisine simple mais correcte, guide sympa et on a vu pas mal d'animaux
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Per Munk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fantastisk sted med simpelt, men rent og ok setup.

Rent men simpelt værelse. Det er stedet og mulighederne der skal være i fokus for det er et fantastisk område med store naturoplevelser. Maden er beskeden men ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Highlight im Dschungel

Tolle Führungen, alles top organisiert. Wir haben viele Tiere gesehen. Das Essensangebot mit frischen Salaten war toll, ansonsten war das Essen eher langweilig.Zwechmässige Unterkunft.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Soweit alles super, bis auf die hellhörigen Bungalows und dem ungemütlichen Speisesaal (Kantinencharakter mit kalter Beleuchtung). Sehr nettes Personal. Schöne Alleinlage.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

cornelia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

awesome stay with some things to get better

the hotel offers packages including 3 tours who are: on the way from sjo to the hotel you have a guide explaining about banana plantation and a breakfast is served on the way in a typical restaurant. once you get on board a boat to tortuguero you will start your first boat excursion. it is not only a transfer to the hotel, but also the first introduction to the caribbean rainforest and a stop in tortuguero to see the village and buy the entrance ticket of usd 15 p.p. (cc accepted). the third excursion is a hiking of around 2 hours through the forrest. boots are provided. overall all excursions are very good and our guide was excellent. in addition i can recommend a night boat drive - awesome and addtl cost of usd 35,00. the hotel itself is very nice, has a perfect location and the rooms are clean with very good matrasses. the only what has definately to be putten an effort on, is the restaurant area: very basic food (pasta, fish or meat, rice and vegetables - both dinners), the tables were not cleaned over night or between the meals (we found a medicin aluminium from last dinner in the morning again and the stains of the breakfast coffe from the morning before ...) and also the service to take the plates from maincourse was even slow or done by us (2 girls for 14 guests ..). if this does not matter to you, i would really recommend the hotel to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erik, BARENDRECHT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Het is echt de moeite waard om naar Tortuguero te gaan, zeker in de ochtendtour zie je veel dieren alsmede in de night tour. De accomodatie is netjes, helaas werd het restaurant nieuw gebouwd en zaten we dus voor ontbijt in een andere ruimte.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

A great introduction to Costa Rica

A great place to start your holiday in Costa Rica, staff extremely helpful and the tours were excellent with friendly knowledgable guides

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Remote rustic lodge

Loved our stay at the lodge. Staff was excellent. No means of communication with the outside world. No internet or cell coverage. Love it! Three tours were included and all were excellent. Guides were knowledgeable and interesting. The scenery was extraordinary. Guest rooms are very basic and could use more ventilation. Beds were not very comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

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

The best place in Costa Rica

A lot of thanks to our guide Fernando for the unforgetenable trips duoring the stay.

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

The hotel is definitely rustic for 5 star standards; however, one must remember this is a very remote location. It takes two buses and river taxi to get there; however, check with the hotel because they usually arrange their river transportation to pick you up in La Pavona or their bus to pick you up in Guapiles and then to La Pavona for their boat. You cannot drive directly to the hotel but this is part of the experience of going to Tortuguero. They were very nice and all meals are included along with river tour, jungle tour, and sea turtle conservancy if you wish. The hotel assigns a guide to be with you for the entire stay. We arrived a day after a Nat Geo tour arrived and we were added to that group. Our guide Kenneth was extremely knowledgeable and even assisted us in arranging transportation to our next destination; something I was assured the hotel could assist us with but the language barrier was difficult. Kenneth stepped in assisted with the reservations and saved the day! I would not recommend going to Tortuguero if you are finicky, demand luxury or air conditioning; however, if you want to enjoy the beauty complete with howler monkeys waking you up, this is the place to stay.

8/10 Good

eric, cannes

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

pura vida

cette petite halte de 2 jours dans l'un des plus beau coin du costa rica est a coup sur notre coup de coeur familiale, dépaysement total, beauté et calme au rendez vous, pour les amoureux de la nature a voir de toute urgence.

8/10 Good

Josephine Søndergaard

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rainer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Mette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

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