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Shawandha Ecolodge

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A room with a sloped ceiling, wooden furniture, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror. - Shawandha Ecolodge (Cahuita)
A cozy, triangular-roofed room with wooden furniture and a central wooden table. - Shawandha Ecolodge (Cahuita)
A poolside area with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and a wooden bench. - Shawandha Ecolodge (Cahuita)
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a beige bedspread, and a view of an outdoor area with a thatched roof. - Shawandha Ecolodge (Cahuita)
A wooden cabin with a thatched roof surrounded by lush greenery. - Shawandha Ecolodge (Cahuita)
Punta Uva Beach is located near Shawandha Ecolodge, which provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at Me Time, the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with green patterned bedding, a wooden headboard, and a small table with a lamp.

Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden interior with a hammock, a bed, and a view of greenery.

Comfort Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden room with a hammock, a bed, and a table with a plant.

Deluxe Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

A thatched-roof bungalow with a glass door, two wicker lounge chairs, and a small wooden table.

Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hammock under a thatched roof, a wooden bed with a view of lush greenery, and a wooden floor.

Comfort Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden four-poster bed with a green leaf-patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a wooden desk with a chair.

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View (1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds)

A wooden-roofed room with a hammock, a bed, a table, and chairs.

Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View (1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A room with wooden floors, two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Classic Bungalow, 3 Twin Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Elite Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

A cozy, well-lit attic bedroom with wooden beams, two beds with green towels, a wooden desk, and a potted plant.

Elite Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Cahuita, Shawandha Ecolodge is near the beach. Punta Uva Beach and Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Finca La Isla Botanical Garden. Snorkeling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Puerto Viejo de Talamanca travel guide
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Calle Shawandha, Playa Chiquita, Cahuita, 70403

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear water, a large rock in the foreground, and dense tropical foliage along the shore.
    Playa Cocles
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • A beach with clear water, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
    Cahuita National Park
    24 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Playa Chiquita
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Punta Uva Beach
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salsa Brava
    7 min drive
  • De Gustibus Bakery
    7 min drive
  • Restaurante Selvin's
    16 min walk
  • Restaurante Amimodo
    7 min drive
  • Casa Río
    3 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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 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 at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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
Pool access available from 6:00 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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Shawandha Ecolodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Shawandha Ecolodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Shawandha Ecolodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Shawandha Ecolodge located?

Situated near the beach, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva Beach. Playa Cocles is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

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

Shawandha Ecolodge Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabins arranged in well landscaped area which gave privacy. Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean, well stocked with modern decor and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shawandha Ecolodge had incredibly kind and helpful staff. The bungalow was charming and comfortable. The food at the restaurant was tasty and plentiful. The only thing that made my stay less than ideal was the construction 2 bungalows away from me. I understand there’s no truly great time to do construction, but having saws and hammering begin at 8 am and not stop until after 5 pm made it impossible to sleep in or get rest during the daytime, and for me that was kind of a big deal. I was forced to leave the property in order to have quiet. Otherwise this was a fabulous place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The property grounds are beautiful. Location is great. We stayed in one of the new cabins with two beds, perhaps specifically catered for a family (we had two young kids ages 9 and 12). It has a beautiful outdoor bathroom attached to the cabin (shower, toilet, sinks are all open with a half wall and greenery to provide some cover. The odd thing is the door only locks from the outside and there's no way to lock it when you're inside the cabin...so as a young family, it didn't feel as safe knowing the bathroom door remains unlocked at night. Breakfast was fine. Might be useful to use small fans or citronella candles to keep the huge groups of flies trying to eat the food (despite the serving dishes being covered). The pool is also lovely and it's helpful that the beach is just a brief 5-10 minute walk from the hotel. The staff was helpful and friendly, however, we found many of them seemed to lack a warm welcoming vibe - the only one who truly exuded that kind of hospitality was Ilse. She made great recommendations and seemed to truly care that guests enjoy their visit. While it can be viewed as family-friendly, I would recommend it for couples or families with older children (maybe older teens).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is beautiful. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staff are amazing and so is the property! Will be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
could have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WIFI

great stay, only exception WIFI! Not the best!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, we were seduced by the beautiful pictures on the net, which must be a „little older “. Our bungalow did not correspond to the description - so the windows had no panes, but only nets. With it you can live well in the jungle, after all you can follow the outside noises perfectly. But the nets were badly damaged. The mattresses were through and under the sheets you should also better not look. When a heavy rain fell, the power initially went out for a long time - even if you are surprised that there is no generator or the garden apparently not well kept in a hotel of this category, also okay. However, we had to find that a huge tree in the parking lot had fallen on several cars and motorcycle rental cars. Our car was also affected-total damage. Not to imagine if we had arrived at the hotel a few minutes later. No one can do anything for that, but for the subsequent handling. We were virtually expelled from the hotel. Communication with police, car rental etc. were not possible. However, the promise to reimburse our accommodation costs - we had just moved into the room - was not respected in retrospect: Expedia as our travel portal referred to the rejection by the hotel. The Shawandha Lodge, in turn, referred to the cancellation policy. Multiple emails and phone calls with employees of the facility could not solve the issue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La habitación que nos tocó está deteriorada, es evidente que requiere una renovación total. Vimos otros bungalos restaurados que se ven bien, pero no pueden poner fotos de los restaurados y ponerlo a uno en los que están completamente deteriorados, eso es publicidad engañosa.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lugar seguro, muy lindo y Exelente desayuno
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquilo y buen desayuno
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
El hotel es muy bonito y tranquilo, ideal para relajarse. Los bungalows, con su diseño cuidadosamente pensado, son muy cómodos y acogedores. El desayuno es sencillo pero delicioso, con todo lo necesario para empezar bien el día. El único punto negativo es que los bungalows están bastante cerca entre sí y las paredes no aíslan bien el sonido, por lo que cualquier ruido puede llegar a ser molesto para los vecinos.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lugar muy bonito y tranquilo, todo muy limpio, el servicio fue lo esperado. El colchón podría mejorar, no fue terrible pero podría mejorar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Poner al día las instalaciones.

Ocupamos aire acondicionado y renovar instalaciones.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Falta un poco de mantenimiento a las áreas de estar. A pesar de no tener aire acondicionado es cómodo para dormir. El servicio en el desayuno buffet no fue el mejor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

El mejor servicio posible y el hotel muy bonito

El hotel muy bien, aunque no estaba la casa que pensábamos hablamos rentado, ya que la foto que sale es la de la piscina, pero estaban en remodelación. La comida muy bien, y el servicio inmejorable, muy amables y nos ayudaron en todo, tanto el Perosnal del lobby como del restaurante,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

A great little place next to the beach and easy access to restaurants and beach life! yet still peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Teepee. Walking down gravel path with roller luggage was awkward. (No bellman or help) Being by pool was nice. Some of the little things could have been better. They sold a bottle of wine in the room but there was no corkscrew. Keys were awkward. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There’s zero privacy in these rooms, and we can hear absolutely everything. The people beside us their phone alarm went off at 3am and they started talking and we could hear everything All the bugs, birds, monkeys throughout the night, including anytime a car or motorcycle drove by. For the money that this is a night it’s crazy. And our bedding smells like it hasn’t been washed. There’s a mildew smell in the sheets and comforter.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The Lodge was nice, the internet did not work for the entire week I was staying there. One the front desk lady was rude she had an attitude. The breakfast menu was very limited.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025