El Zota Hotel
10°33'24. 83°44'09.7"W, 4, Heredia Province, Tigre Ruta 247
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Why people book this hotel
“Great jungle location, very friendly and knowledgeable host”
“I enjoyed two longer daytime walks, a nightwalk and a boat excursion”
“The staff is very friendly and Hiner is a generous and knowledgeable guide and h…”
“The guide is very knowledgeable and the staff is more than friendly”
“The food was good and the room was clean”
“Wild animals everywhere in their natural habitat, many different activities to d…”
Overview
El Zota Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cariari. The hotel provides both free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe, bed linen and a patio with a mountain view. At El Zota Hotel the rooms come with a seating area. The accommodation offers an American or vegetarian breakfast. At El Zota Hotel you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean, local and Latin American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play billiards at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 126 km from El Zota Hotel.
Traveller reviews
John
couple
January 27, 2026
“Let the wildlife come to you. It will”
Immersion in nature. Tranquility. Wildlife, birds. The people. Dawn coffee in the pavilion at the end of the pier on the lake was a highlight
philippe
extended_group
August 22, 2024
“A great wilderness experience”
Great jungle location, very friendly and knowledgeable host
Guy
family_with_children
December 15, 2023
Magical place, next level nature/jungle experience. Lots of wildlife (herons, toekans, pizote, owls, frogs, caymans, lizards ...), exotic plants and ancient trees. Beautiful nature soundtrack.The staff is very friendly and Hiner is a generous and knowledgeable guide and host. Excellent food. I enjoyed two longer daytime walks, a nightwalk and a boat excursion. Enjoyed every second of it, pura vida.
Orsolya
family_with_children
October 25, 2023
“Great place to stay close to nature”
This place was a pleasant surprise for us. It's more off the beaten path and charming in all sense. The family who owns the biological station is taking good care of the premises and the guests. There are plenty of programs (natural walks etc) you can choose from and they offer full catering as well.
Arjan74
couple
April 30, 2023
“The hotel need to collect more booking.com experiences.”
It was very good that the wilde nature is close and had to enjoy it. The food was good and the room was clean. Better to choose bigger room because it is more comfortable. Not too much guests, very quiet and you could forget the city life when you are there. We had 2 jungle trips also (day and night), they was perfect with Alejandro.
Alex
solo_traveller
February 8, 2023
“Back to nature!”
This is a truly unique location, very close to the deep jungle with all kinds of animal sightings possible. The guide is very knowledgeable and the staff is more than friendly! Don't go any less than 3nights to really enjoy the calm area and the sounds of the jungle.
Dejan
couple
January 19, 2023
“Amazing!”
This is for sure one of the best life experiences, and we have seen quite some interesting things by now. The area is unbelievable, very well tsken care of. Wild animals everywhere in their natural habitat, many different activities to do day by day and Hainer is another added value to El Zota as he is a great guide, always willing to take you on a tour, by day or night. There is also a restaurant on site so you don't have to worry about being thirsty or hungry at any time.
Martin
family_with_children
December 10, 2022
“a positive surprise wirhon spectacluar nature”
this was a real positive surprise: getting there take a bit, but once arrived it is a real treasure! extremely friendly family business, that welcomes guests with open arms. the cabins / bungalows are great with spectacular view into the rain forest!
Facilities
Activities
Billiards, Karaoke, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Entertainment staff, Nightclub/DJ, Evening entertainment, Open-air bath, Public Bath, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Live music/performance, Aerobics, Yoga classes
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Fruits, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Designated smoking area
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Plunge pool, Shallow end
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shuttle service, Currency exchange, Meeting/banquet facilities, Ironing service, Laundry, Concierge service, Trouser press, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge)
Deluxe Queen Room
The double room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The double room provides a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Mountain View
The double room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious double room features a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior King Room
The double room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious double room provides a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Superior Twin Room
The twin room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious twin room features a private entrance, a seating area, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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