Paraiso Cocodrilo lodge - spirit of nature
400 metros Norte Playa Buenavista
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful setting, very quiet, close to beautiful beaches, friendly host”
“Walk to a deserted beach”
“The garden and pool are very pleasant and well maintained”
“Restaurant food was wonderful and the pool was lovely”
“The staff were great”
“Owner and staff were very helpful”
“The air conditioned room was very large as well as the washroom/shower area and …”
“The location is quiet and surrounded by nature”
“5 hour trip at night was unreasonable”
“Lovely setting good food and very reasonable price”
“The rooms are cleaned daily, the beds are comfortable, and there is hot water in…”
“Accommodation was very good, clean and a decent size with great AC”
Overview
Offering outdoor pool plus an à la carte restaurant, Paraiso Cocodrilo lodge - spirit of nature is located in Sámara, in Playa Buenavista Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Rooms here will provide you with air conditioning and a terrace. Private bathrooms also come with a shower. The on-site restaurant is specialized in organic Costa Rican cuisine, offering dishes that include seafood and meat. The bar serves tropical cocktails and beer. At Paraiso Cocodrilo lodge - spirit of nature you will find a terrace. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding, cycling and hiking. The property offers tours to visit coffee plantations, a crocodile farm, and boat rides to go dolphin watching. The property offers free parking and airport shuttle to and from the airport for an extra fee.
Traveller reviews
Ann
couple
March 2, 2026
The staff were great. Very cheerful and friendly. The food in the restaurant was very nice.
Inès
couple
February 28, 2026
“Beautiful garden and kind staff, but outdated rooms.”
The garden and pool are very pleasant and well maintained. The waitresses are especially kind and attentive - many thanks to Evelyn for her kindness.
Price
couple
May 23, 2025
“We didn't stay after they asked us to make a 1.5 hr round trip in the dark to find an ATM for cash.”
It was a disaster. After booking w our credit card on line w Booking.com...when we arrived they wanted cash only and expected us to make a 1.5 hour drive over an extremely rough road IN THE DARK. Then they wanted us to find an ATM then come back w cash. We were not able or willing to do this as it was unsafe to do so. ..so we didn't stay. The facilities looked fine but as seniors being sent off on a 1.5 hour trip at night was unreasonable. If the policy was cash only it should have been clear at the time of booking. Very disappointed 😞.
Debra
couple
March 10, 2025
“A unique and wonderful experience. Highly recommend this place.”
The property is spectaclar - the plants and trees and flowers - and the artifacts around the property and in the restaurant. So much to appreciate. Owner and staff were very helpful. Restaurant food was wonderful and the pool was lovely. The air conditioned room was very large as well as the washroom/shower area and we had a beautiful outdoor space with a vine covered roof.
Shawn
couple
February 24, 2025
“Great place, great owners, wish we could have spent more time”
Everything
Nikolas
solo_traveller
February 17, 2025
“I would come again”
Beautiful setting, very quiet, close to beautiful beaches, friendly host
Rosemary
couple
February 16, 2025
“A shabby chic mini resort in the most beautiful setting. Well worth the arduous journey to get there.”
The whole place was so pretty and tranquil once we managed to get there. The pool was fantastic . The apartment was sort of shabby chic and very well equipped for. Self catering. It was very large with a great balcony overlooking the jungle. We sat there in the evening watching a thunderstorm overhead. In the morning waking up to just the sound of the birds was great. The restaurant was excellent. Lovely setting good food and very reasonable price. Walk to a deserted beach. So glad we managed to get there. Would have been better if we could have spent an extra night .
Jamie
couple
January 21, 2025
“Pleasant out of the way retreat”
Nice hideaway resort, far from anything. The food was excellent, the pool was nice, and the wildlife was a bonus Try the Starmer sandwich for breakfast. Feeds two.
Wilma
couple
January 16, 2025
“A hidden gem in the jungle away from the crowds”
We loved this lodge. The location is quiet and surrounded by nature. We saw howlers , iguanas, parakeets, and many other birds every day on the property. A 10 minute walk to a stunning turtle beach with no crowds and gorgeous sunsets. The staff are hardworking and very welcoming. The rooms are cleaned daily, the beds are comfortable, and there is hot water in the shower, which is rare. There is private outdoor seating for each cabin. The food was delicious and made from local, organic ingredients. The pool is a lovely bonus. We recommend that you have a car as the location is quite isolated, unless, like us, you just want to chill for a while. We feel that this hotel is good value for your money in this area.
Christian
couple
November 30, 2024
Nice garden with the pool close to the forrest, secluded beach in walking distance. Doggy is such a nice dog hanging around in the garden
jeroen
family_with_children
August 3, 2024
“Great time”
The dog 🐕 Doggie 🐶 . The host, Rainer is an authentic person with an interesting point of view on life. The location is a jungle paradise with a nice quiet atmosphere
Magdalena
family_with_children
April 16, 2024
“There is nothing comparable to this stay, we will remember it forever!”
It is located just in the jungle, you can see monkeys from the swimming pool!
Wolfgang
family_with_children
April 13, 2024
Great location. Nice garden.
Guy
family_with_children
April 5, 2024
“Marvelous accommodation and grounds with a lovely warm pool out in a rural position. 4x4 car needed!”
Marvelous place with lovely grounds and a great central restaurant area. Accommodation was very good, clean and a decent size with great AC. Wildlife all around with the monkeys giving a great dawn chorus roar on most mornings.
Milka
family_with_children
April 4, 2024
Location is really in the middle of nowhere out of any tourist buzz, quiet beaches nearby, beautiful garden & monkeys
Stephen
family_with_children
March 9, 2024
“Great location off the beaten path with clean and comfortable rooms.”
We loved the peaceful property with howler monkeys, and proximity to the natural beach.
Janyth
couple
February 28, 2024
“It was extremely relaxing and surrounded by nature.”
The setting was wonderful.
Eric
family_with_children
February 26, 2024
“If you're looking for peace and quiet, this is the place for you”
The hotel surrounded by nature The breakfast and the food (cash only)
Martin
family_with_children
February 18, 2024
“Great place to get some rest after the busy excursions.”
Tranquil. Away from the city buzz
Sara
couple
February 8, 2024
Epic property, artistic, beautiful, quiet, spacious, tons of choices for sitting comfortably to meditate, read, compute. Attracts a great clientele from everywhere for enjoyable conversations. Wonderful staff, owner is great and goes out of his way to help with any special needs. Beautiful short walk through pristine forest country to gorgeous beach.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Beach
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Minimarket on site, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Laundry, Car hire, Airport shuttle, Room service, 24-hour front desk
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room
This comfortable room has functional decoration and features air conditioning, a wardrobe, and terrace. The private bathroom comes with a shower.
Apartment (2 Adults + 1 Child)
In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Apartment
Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comprises 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator and a toaster. The suite provides a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Junior Suite with Terrace
The unit has 2 beds.
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