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Hotel Casa Merlin

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Playa Chiquita, contiguo al ex-hotel Punta Cocles, Puerto Viejo, Talamanca, Limon

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
12 mentions

Everything was very clean and the location in the jungle just marvelous

Location was ok

Breakfast available
8 mentions

The breakfasts were absolutely the best

Breakfast in the garden was excellent

Friendly staff
7 mentions

Tasty breakfasts, helpful staff

The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly

Pool
5 mentions

The pool is also super beautiful

Nice swimming pool

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

There's also a hammock outside the room for those who want to chill out

The bed was very comfortable and there was enough space to store luggage, even i…

Clean rooms
3 mentions

An exceptionally clean place, great care taken of the facility

The property could be a little cleaner (leaves everywhere) but it is very natura…

Overview

Set amidst the forest and 250 meters far from Playa Chiquita beach, Merlin offers free WiFi access. Equipped with hand-carved bed frames, each room opens out to a furnished terrace overlooking the verdant tropical garden packed with exotic flowers, bromeliads, heliconias, palms, gingers, tropical fruit trees, butterflies, birds, sloth, toucans. Air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV and a safety deposit box are featured in every unit. A shower stall and a hairdryer stock the en suite bathroom. Hammocks hanging in the shade of the wrap around porch of each room invite you to relax. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. The Puerto Viejo downtown is within 5 km from the premises. The Jaguar sanctuary is located 500 meters away and Punta Uva beach is 2 km away. The Juan Santamaría International Airport is within 229 km.

Traveller reviews

M

Mariadele

family_with_children

April 30, 2026

10

Tropical forest paradise

J

Jan

couple

April 7, 2026

10

The owner was super nice.

N

Nicole

family_with_children

March 24, 2026

9

Beautiful Bungalows in the jungle

The Family Bungalow was absolutely lovely. The outdoor kitchen and patio were a pleasant surprise. Everything was very clean and the location in the jungle just marvelous. It still felt very private. The pool is also super beautiful. Would definitely come back

J

Josielle

extended_group

February 24, 2026

7

Good

Location was ok

A

Andrei

couple

February 22, 2026

9

Location of the hotel is in jungle, away from main street so you hear the sounds af nature (birds, monkeys walking on pur roof etc). They changed our room by request for a personal health issue and gave an entire house at the same price, for only 2 guests.

D

Dominik

couple

January 19, 2026

10

An exceptionally clean place, great care taken of the facility. Tasty breakfasts, helpful staff. I recommend it to everyone. Nice swimming pool.

J

Jakob

family_with_children

January 11, 2026

8

Very close to Nature. Birds and monkeys in the trees. Free coffee and drinkable water in the appartment. Great restaurants very close to Casa Merlín.

E

Enoch

couple

January 8, 2026

10

We would stay there again!

The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. The breakfasts were absolutely the best! Our included breakfast would have cost $20 or more at a restaurant! Our last day there only one of the kitchen staff showed up but she handled it like a champion and our food was brought to us quickly and it was good and hot!

J

Josielle

extended_group

January 3, 2026

8

Good

Great location

M

Mario

couple

December 16, 2025

10

The hotel was breathtaking. The cookies were outstanding, as was the free coffee available every day. Breakfast in the garden was excellent. In two and a half weeks in Costa Rica, we met many people who saw far fewer animals than we did just from the pool at this hotel. Absolutely stunning — highly recommended.

R

Robert

couple

December 12, 2025

9

Good stay

Very helpful staff. Good freshly made breakfast. Close to the beach. Good wildlife watching from the garden where we saw a Sloth. Plenty of parking.

G

Grant

extended_group

November 9, 2025

1

Very disappointing for the price!

The receptionist person was very helpful

P

Peng

family_with_children

September 16, 2025

10

Relaxing Stay In The Midst of Nature!

I like that it's off the main road, so it's very peaceful and we only hear the sound of nature ie. Howler Monkeys and birds, etc. It's just a short Uber ride to the town, and very near Jaguar Rescue Centre. Breakfast is freshly prepared daily as per order. There's also a hammock outside the room for those who want to chill out. Staff members are very polite, helpful and cheerful. Highly recommend!

P

Peng

couple

September 13, 2025

10

Relaxing Stay In The Midst of Nature!

I like that it's off the main road, so it's very peaceful and we only hear the sound of nature ie. Howler Monkeys and birds, etc. It's just a short Uber ride to the town, and very near Jaguar Rescue Centre. Breakfast is freshly prepared daily as per order. There's also a hammock outside the room for those who want to chill out. Staff members are very polite, helpful and cheerful. Highly recommended!

V

Vivian

family_with_children

August 6, 2025

9

Cosy and quite hideway in the forest

Quite stay in the middle of the jungle. Right between playa Cocles and Punta Uva. It has a nice swimming pool to relax after the beach. They offer delicious breakfast as opcional and yoga classes. It is an amazing place to do yoga in the middle of the forest. I really liked it and recommend everyone to try it!

J

John

solo_traveller

May 20, 2025

10

Just superb

E

Esteban

family_with_children

May 20, 2025

10

Great place, easy to arrive, walking distance to the beach, super friendly staff and Amazing breakfasts.

M

Mark

couple

March 10, 2025

9

Lovely small hotel walking distance to the best beach on the coast.

Nice pool in beautiful gardens. Close to restaurants and beaches.

D

David

couple

February 27, 2025

8

Memorable

Perfect location

P

Peggy

solo_traveller

February 26, 2025

8

A few steps away from the beach

The bed was very comfortable and there was enough space to store luggage, even if the doors for the closet were missing. They offer refill water and free coffee. You can also use an open kitchen. The property could be a little cleaner (leaves everywhere) but it is very natural. Loved the hammock outside the room. The beach is about 10min away from the hotel and you can see so many animals around.

Facilities

Activities

Cycling, Beach

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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

WiFi available in all areas, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking

Pool and wellness

Pool with view, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available

Services

Daily housekeeping

Apartment

This apartment has a tile/marble floor, private entrance and kitchen. -add: air conditioning -add: Flat-screen TV -add: private bathroom

Max 4 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace

This two story house features cable TV and a private entrance. A fully-equipped kitchen and a private bathroom is provided. Fans are included as well, but NO air conditioning.

Max 6 guests 70 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom
Queen Room with Garden View

Fitted with a hand-carved wooden bed, this room enjoys garden views from its furnished terrace. It comes with air conditioning, a fridge, and a flat-screen cable TV. The en suite includes a hairdryer and a shower stall.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Twin Room with Terrace

Fitted with hand-carved wooden beds, this room enjoys a furnished terrace. It comes with air conditioning, a fridge, and a flat-screen cable TV. The en suite includes a hairdryer and a shower stall.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 19:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 3:49 AM

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Hotel Casa Merlin - 3 Star Hotel in Puerto Viejo