La Prometida offers well-maintained, private rooms set in lush, beautifully landscaped grounds that provide a relaxed, campus-like atmosphere. It sits just outside busy Puerto Viejo near Playa Negra, so guests should expect a short walk or ride into town, and hosts provide welcoming, attentive service including morning coffee and breakfast.
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Casa Moabi sits in lush jungle gardens where rooms are comfortable, often with fans/aircon, and wildlife—monkeys, hummingbirds, frogs and toucans—regularly passes through the grounds. It is a short walk to Playa Chiquita and local restaurants, offering a relaxed, tropical atmosphere with a shared kitchen and hammocks. The family hosts are friendly and helpful, though occasional hot‑water issues are reported.
- Air conditioning
- Airport shuttle
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Sonidos del Silencio offers clean, well‑equipped self‑catering rooms set in peaceful, nature-filled grounds, close to local amenities yet quiet enough for relaxation. The property manager provides attentive service, though a few guests note occasional pest issues.
Eclectic quarters in a relaxed B&B featuring free Wi-Fi, plus bike & snorkel gear rentals.
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
Simple quarters in a laid-back beach hotel featuring sea views, a communal kitchen & a terrace.
- Beach access
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Conga Boutique Hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with air conditioning, daily housekeeping, a small pool, and tropical grounds with hammocks and an outdoor massage area. Its quiet, convenient location is within easy walking distance of town and beaches, and attentive staff provide personalized service and local recommendations.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Cabañas Paraíso Encontrado offers jungle bungalows set in lush grounds with a private pool and frequent visits from monkeys, birds and butterflies. The location provides a relaxed, nature-focused atmosphere near Punta Uva, and hosts are generally attentive, though occasional booking or communication problems occur.
Eco-chic bungalows with minifridges & porches, plus a garden terrace pool & a Spanish restaurant.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
Pangea Lodge has clean, comfortable rooms with good AC, tidy bathrooms, a pool and lush, wildlife-filled grounds, offering a quiet, cozy spot one block from the beach and within walking distance of restaurants and the wildlife refuge. Staff are friendly and helpful with bookings and local tips, though some units have privacy or layout quirks and lack window screens.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Low-key seaside hotel offering casual, rustic quarters with kitchens, plus free parking & a garden.
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Pet friendly
Perla Negra sits steps from Playa Negra with a calm, Caribbean beachfront vibe; rooms and grounds are kept clean and well maintained. Staff and owners are generally friendly and helpful, offering breakfast and local tips. Some guests note occasional issues with room allocation and dinner availability.
Casual quarters, some with patios & hammocks, in a humble guesthouse close to a beach.
- Air conditioning
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Woodsy quarters, some with sea views, in a low-key hotel featuring a pool & an open-air restaurant.
- Beach access
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
Black Bamboo offers four clean, cozy rooms set in lush gardens with a saltwater pool and a shared kitchen, with complimentary towels and laundry. Tucked about a 10–15 minute walk from town, it feels peaceful and bird-filled while remaining convenient, and the hosts are welcoming and attentive. Occasional noise from neighboring house activity or thin floors can be heard.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Agapi Beachfront Hostel Boutique offers comfortable rooms, a pool, direct beach access and lush grounds with murals and wildlife sightings. Its beachfront location is a short walk to Puerto Viejo and Playa Cocles, creating a relaxed, social atmosphere with co‑working options. Staff and hosts are welcoming, though some guests note basic kitchen and bathroom facilities and occasional booking inconsistencies.
- Beach access
- Pool
- Spa
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Tropical rooms & bungalows in a relaxed hotel offering a lush, open-air lounge/bar with hammocks.
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Jungle Green House offers clean, comfortable rooms set in lush gardens frequented by monkeys, sloths and tropical birds, with free breakfast and some modern additions. It sits a short walk from the beach and local shops, and the hosts are friendly and responsive; occasional jungle noise or ongoing renovations have been reported and can affect some stays.
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Informal hotel offering scenic bungalows with terraces, plus tropical gardens & free breakfast.
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Sanctuary@PuertoViejo offers clean, comfortable rooms and well-kept grounds with a pool just steps from the beach. The atmosphere is relaxed and social with daily yoga, shared dining and easy access to nearby cafés and trails, while the host provides attentive, helpful service including breakfast and assistance with excursions.
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Hotel D’ Angelo sits tucked into the Caribbean jungle with abundant wildlife, quiet grounds and rooms that are clean, modern and comfortable with porches overlooking nature. The family hosts offer attentive, hands-on service, helpful local tips and conveniences like A/C and fast Wi‑Fi, while town and a national park entrance are a short walk or drive away.
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Simply decorated rooms with flat-screen TVs & furnished terraces in an understated hotel.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
Bambutel offers basic, air-conditioned rooms with mini-fridges, a large pool and shared outdoor areas, set in a peaceful jungle location about 800 m from the main road. Staff provide helpful service and breakfast and it is generally seen as good value, though some guests note occasional maintenance, humidity, pest or privacy issues and limited luggage access.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Colibri Ecolodge offers tidy, well-equipped units set in lush private gardens with balconies and outdoor living spaces and frequent wildlife visits. It is a short walk from Puerto Viejo's restaurants, shops and beaches, and hosts communicate promptly and helpfully, though interiors can feel dim and some kitchen utensils are limited.
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
The property offers simple, comfortable rooms set in tidy grounds near Cahuita, creating a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Staff are approachable and helpful, though some guests find the facilities basic and in need of occasional updates.
Hotel Mauka Boutique offers spacious, well-equipped cabins with comfortable beds, attractive grounds and a well-kept pool, plus home-style breakfasts and attentive hosts. It sits centrally in Puerto Viejo but off main roads for easy access to beaches and parks, though some guests note occasional noise, minor maintenance issues, or communication hiccups.
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Cabinas Caribe Azul offers basic, budget rooms with tidy grounds; rooms are clean but show wear—guests note uncomfortable beds, worn linens, and occasional maintenance issues such as kitchen gear or pests. The property sits in a safe, walkable neighborhood steps from beaches and the Jaguar Rescue Center, and hosts provide attentive, accommodating service.
Casual apartments in a relaxed guesthouse offering a garden, plus nature tours & Spanish lessons.
- Airport shuttle
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Casa Viva offers comfortable, distinctive cabins set in well-tended tropical gardens with spacious indoor-outdoor areas, large showers and comfortable beds. The lodge is a short walk from a quiet, private beach amid abundant wildlife, and the hosts provide attentive, personalized service, arranging activities and private meals on request.
- Beach access
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Sunshine Caribe offers clean, well-equipped rooms with small kitchens, terraces and comfortable beds set in quiet, tropical grounds. It sits just outside Puerto Viejo near Playa Negra, making town access easy though down a muddy, unlit road at night. Hosts are friendly and helpful, though English can be limited at times.
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Rustic bungalows on a secluded property with gardens, a spa & a restaurant, plus kayaks & yoga.
- Free breakfast
- Spa
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Villas INARA offers comfortable, well-equipped rooms and tidy grounds with a pleasant pool, making it a clean, relaxed base for Puerto Viejo stays. It sits a short drive from beaches and downtown, with a peaceful atmosphere and attentive, friendly hosts, though guests note a stone access road and slightly mixed neighborhood vibe.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Caribbean Hill Villas offers spacious, fully equipped villas with private pools set in peaceful, nature-filled grounds. It sits in a convenient Puerto Viejo location that provides privacy and secure parking, and management maintains the property for a relaxed stay.
- Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
The retreat sits in the Caribbean jungle with spacious, clean rooms, a half‑open kitchen, balcony and simple amenities (ensuite bathroom, AC), and wildlife on the grounds. It is about a 15 to 20 minute walk to shops, beaches and local attractions, offering a peaceful, nature‑filled atmosphere. Daniela provides attentive hosting, yoga instruction and logistical help.
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Bungalows Sloth offers clean, comfortable rooms and well-kept grounds set in peaceful Caribbean nature, with a small pool and a secure, fenced property. It sits near Manzanillo beach and the Gandoca refuge (about 20 minutes by car from Puerto Viejo), and hosts are consistently friendly and helpful; some cottages require outdoor stairs to reach the bathroom.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Casa Bohö offers cozy, boho-style rooms with warm showers, a small garden with animals and shared kitchen and lounge areas; rooms are intimate and occasionally show wear with some insect and mosquito issues noted. It sits a short walk from beaches and Puerto Viejo’s shops on a quiet side street, and the hosts maintain a friendly, helpful, homely atmosphere.
- Beach access
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Simple, cozy cottages in a down-to-earth hotel featuring a massage & yoga center, plus free Wi-Fi.
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
Sonora Jungle & Yoga Retreat sits deep in the jungle with well-kept grounds, mature trees and a peaceful atmosphere; rooms and villas are clean and surrounded by abundant birdlife. The hosts are friendly and attentive, offering yoga and breakfast, though the property is remote with limited evening dining and occasional insect encounters due to its jungle setting.
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Spa
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Warm villas & bungalows with porches in a relaxed lodge offering free breakfast & loaner bikes.
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
La Bonita Lodge offers modern, apartment-style bungalows with comfortable beds, pleasant ambiance, and spacious bathrooms in a compact, walled property where jungle meets the ocean. The location is tranquil and a little tucked away on dirt roads, and staff are typically friendly and helpful with smooth check-in, though occasional construction work and limited reception can feel impersonal.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Warmly decorated quarters in a laid-back hotel near a beach, offering a bar with live music.
- Beach access
- Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Hotel Puerto Viejo sits in pretty, garden-like grounds a short walk from Chino Beach and central to town, offering a social, retreat-like atmosphere with frequent activities. Staff are generally friendly and the communal kitchen and social spaces receive praise, though rooms sometimes need updating and guests occasionally report noise, cleanliness or booking problems.
- Beach access
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
La Tica y la Gata sits tucked into rainforest gardens with spotless, well‑equipped rooms and a private, leafy pool that attracts birds and wildlife. The atmosphere is quiet and relaxed, hosts are friendly and helpful with daily housekeeping and travel arrangements, and guests should note the access road is rough—about a 10–15 minute walk or short drive to town.
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Low-key rooms & dorms in a cool beachfront hostel offering an open-air restaurant/bar.
- Beach access
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Chile Verde offers clean, comfortable rooms and simple, well-equipped apartments with AC, WiFi and kitchen facilities on a quiet back street just steps from the beach. The atmosphere is relaxed and homey, and attentive local staff are friendly and readily available even if the owner is off-site.
- Pet friendly
Chinuk Boutique Hotel features clean, air-conditioned rooms with hot water, coffee maker and mini-fridge, plus shared kitchen facilities and well-kept, peaceful grounds. It sits a short drive from the main beach and local shops, and hosts provide attentive, responsive service with helpful local recommendations.
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Down-to-earth rooms in a casual property featuring an outdoor pool & a cafe/bar.
- Beach access
- Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Villas Serenidad offers clean, comfortable rooms set in lush gardens with direct beach access and ocean-view balconies. Its location is a short walk to town and creates a soothing, laid-back Caribbean atmosphere. Hosts are attentive and helpful, providing local tips and easy assistance to enhance the stay.
- Beach access
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Airy, eclectic hotel featuring balconies, plus free breakfast & an outdoor pool.
- Beach access
- Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Parking