Area around LosnPaniquines is absolutely beautiful and has abundant wildlife

“A comfortable stay in the jungle just around the corner from the beach”

This is a great stay in an away from it all location. It isn't quiet but the noise is nature and jungle which is a great background for relaxing. The cabins are simple but comfortable and the staff are wonderful. The food at the soda is great, both for the breakfast and other meals onsite. If you are looking for a jungle retreat, this is the place. We'd love to come back here again.

I liked everything about this beautiful place. The hosts were so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The food was lovely. The location was perfect for me. Very quiet and out the way. It's on the hiking trail, an hour walk to Bahia or 1.5 hour to San Josecito. But you can take a boat to these places to. A lot of wildlife on your doorstep. Toucans, monkeys, macaws, lots of birds. I saw Wales and dolphins on the way to corcovado and cano. This was altogether an amazing experience. Quiero vivir aqui!

“Deep in jungle quite a long way from any facilities but our host where wonderful”

The staff were lovely so helpful

“Loved our stay at this friendly and beautyful place”

This place is wonderful. The owners and their nephew Nelton was welcoming and helpful - to us and our two kids. Breakfast was great, and served on optional time depending on activities. The house have everything you need, with simpel standard. The atmosphere is warm - pura vida!

“Great place to stay in Drake Bay Area”

There is nothing much to say what is not mentioned in other reviews/ If you are looking for luxury or fancy stuff- this is not place for you. This is for people seeking nature and tranquility. Location is way off the “beaten track”, very short walk from beach which is never crowded. Boat landing area for tours is less than 10 minutes walk away. It’s surrounded by green garden. Yes, it doesn’t have AC or hot water - but at least for me existing water was refreshing and fan was sufficient for good nights sleep/. Room is really clean, and tidied up every day. Best part is hosts, they do absolutely best to cater for you. Rafa was always attentive, even before coming down, he demanded to have 4x4 if coming by car (which I now understand why), when I decided to fly he came to meet me and drive to property. He doesn’t speak English, but we managed to understand each other well and he booked all tours, etc. Their soda (local restuarant) is within property and food there is amazing. They also provide breakfast at any time, even before early tours. Internet was very good for remote location what they have All in all - don’t go there for luxury, go for true hospitality.

“Lovely hosts and an incredible surroundings made our stay a unique experience.”

The property is surrounded by rainforest and we could even watch hummingbirds from our little porch. Our hosts were extremely attentive and helpful and the breakfasts as all the other food they prepared for us was delicious. The beach is a minute’s walk away and we had it all to ourselves.

“Amazing place”

Great place and amazing hospitality. The best place during our entire trip.. The hosts Rafa and Ester are amazing 🤩

“Beautiful family run eco-lodge close to the beach and wildlife”

The place is beautiful. Rafa and Esther are lovely and kind hosts and really looked after us, Rafa meeting us off the boat and making sure that we also got on and off safely when we went on other trips. They arranged the ferries for us and also a couple of tours (one to Corcovado with a fantastic guide Erick) and also kept us well fed, Esther providing delicious meals. Lovely clean comfortable cabins just 100m from the beach and one of the best coast paths in Costa Rica with loads of wildlife on the doorstep.

A lovely family run lodge, Rafa and Esther are wonderful hosts. They made us feel comfortable from the minute we arrived and throughout the whole stay. Food at the soda was delicious and the location is unbeatable if you want a secluded and peaceful stay. We saw lots of wildlife on our doorstep, including a sloth!

“Amazing!”

Paradise! Our hosts Rafa and Ester were so kind and helpful! They cooked us delicious meals, helped us with arranging the boats and tours, whilst also cleaning our room everyday! The property is so close to a lovely beach (2 minute walk) and our room was situated within a lovely garden, where you can spot wonderful wildlife! This was our favourite place to visit out of our two week trip to Costa Rica, therefore, we couldn’t recommend it more!

“The best stay in Costa Rica!”

I can hardly describe how incredible and relaxing my stay at Los Paniquines was. Rafa and Esther were the most fantastic hosts I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. When my boat arrived, Rafa was already waiting for me on the beach, carrying my bag to the lodge, where I was warmly welcomed with a glass of Fresco. Esther is an amazing cook, and when I asked for a lighter dinner with more vegetables, she and Rafa prepared a truly first-class dish for me. They even did my laundry, which I really appreciated after two weeks of traveling. The lodge itself was perfect—clean, comfortable, and peaceful. It’s located just 100 meters from the beach, and you can take the path to the left into the wilderness, where you’ll find plenty of wildlife, or head right for a scenic walk of over an hour to Drake Bay, crossing an incredible river on a hanging bridge. Be sure to bring hiking shoes! When it was time to leave in the morning, Rafa once again walked with me to the beach, carrying my bag and organizing the boat for me. I would absolutely recommend this place, and who knows—maybe it will become your next holiday destination!

Rafa and his wife were amazing hosts and the way they take care of the guests is exceptional. The cabina is cleaned every day and new towels and bed sheets are provided every day. The food is amazing and super fresh cooked from the best ingredients. I loved to stay in Los paniquines. Highly recommend.

“Perfectly peaceful paradise, the best we have been to in CR!”

We absolutely loved everything here! It was the best of the best of our stays in Costa Rica! It is ran by a local family with great hospitality, Rafa and Esther. We loved the peace & quiet, leash greenery around, the food cooked by Esther, the animals around, the welcoming atmosphere. Take the full board option, it is fully worth it! The cabin had a big porched with roof over it, so you can enjoy the outside also if it rains. There were so many animals to admire from there! Scarlet macaws, two kinds of toucans, soo many birds, also capuchin & spider monkey. There is also a 3 toed sloth on a tree at their place! The beach is just 100m away. They will show you which part is safe for swimming. Agujitas is 1:30hr trek away via San Josecito trail. We arranged our boat in and out from/to Sierpe plus a day trip to Corcovado park with a great local guide via them. The fan in our room was strong and we used it on a minimal volume during the night, so AC is not needed. There wifi was strong. There is really nothing to complain about. We stayed there for 5 nights and felt we could have stayed more.

“Great stay! Humble and good hearted people!”

It is not a luxurious lodge, although the cabin had superb cleanliness and the bed was very very comfortable. Blended with the locals. Rafa and Ester were very attentive. Always in a good mood. Lots of good vibes. The local Soda belongs to them. Ester is an amazing cook. When I went there, it was raining heavily. Without much to do with those weather conditions, I could always go to soda and Rafa and Ester would make me company. Also David, one of Esters brother. On my last night, while raining heavily, Rafa and one of Esters nephew helped me looking for a red eyed frog, since I haven’t seed any at the time. They got super wet, but helped me gladly and with a smile. David borrowed me a Costa Rica wildlife book so I could check in there the animals I spotted. The lodge is very close to the beach. Rafa, Ester and David would ask me if I wanted to see this or that animal, every time they spotted one nearby. Almost every neighbour is kind. I definitely want to comeback to OSA peninsula, but this time on a sunny period And I will definitely stay in their lodge!

The most fantastic location away from tourist and direct at the beach with wildlife just outside. The hosts were the so sweet and helpfull and the food was great.

“The perfect little jungle/beach hideaway to spend your last days in Costa Rica”

Our stay with Rafa and Ester was perfect. They are a warm and welcoming family and they will make you feel right at home. Los paniquines is located at a stones throw from Playa Las Caletas. A nice quiet beach where you will get the chance to meet the locals at sunset. And see ballenas if you're lucky. No shops, no cafes, no restaurants, no noise from leaf blowers and grass cutters you would get in the fancy lodges. Just a couple of family run cabanas and an almost private soda where Ester will lovingly prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner whenever you want. No AC but we did not miss it one bit. No ocean view from the room to see the sunset, but who needs that when the sun sets at 6pm? Just go to the beach like the locals. This really was the perfect place to spend the last couple of days of our holiday.

“The warmest of welcomes awaits you at this lovely gem in a spectacular location! Delicious food too!”

We had a really lovely stay at Los Paniquines. The hosts Rafa, Estelle and Ingrid were so warm and welcoming. The little cabin was clean, spacious and comfy and the food and drinks included were absolutely delicious!! They could not do enough to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we need. The location was super fantastic too. Steps from absolutely beautiful Playa Caletas (with loads of other gorgeous, private beaches) along the Drake Bay hiking trail. So happy I came across this spot - it was a much nicer location to stay than staying directly in or north of the bay where we spent a couple more nights. Incredible value too! Go! Enjoy! Pura Vida!