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Bosque del Cabo Rainforest Lodge

Cabo Matapalo, Puerto Jimenez 60702, Costa Rica
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Bosque del Cabo Rainforest Lodge
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Chicago, Illinois
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21 reviews 21 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

This was one of the most amazing places I have ever been. Luckily, every other room at the resort was taken, so we got a suite type room that was about a half mile away from everything else. You had to hike through the forest to get there. At first we thought it would be bad to be so far... More

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Solihull
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Spent 5nights at Bosque del Cabo in "congo"' , views from our deck of howler monkeys, white faced capuchins ans squirrel monkeys. Countless birds and butterflies and the ocean at your doorstep. This counts as one of the must dos for anyone visiting that area, the lodge is kept very clean, which is a hard ask when you are in... More

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Charlottesville, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Bosque del Cabo was the perfect place to stay on the gorgeous Osa Peninsula. We stayed in 2 different beautiful cabinas, one with a high thatched roof, both with incredible ocean views. We hiked daily on both difficult and easy trails and saw a vast variety of birds, mammals, and frogs, none of which we had ever seen before. Some... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We stayed at the BDC as part of a vacation organized by "Anywhere Costa Rica". Please see my comments specifically reviewing them/their services. I should preface my comments to follow with an acknowledgement that the BDC, like much of our itinerary as organized by Anywhere Costa Rica, was a LONG way to go! It is possible (even advisable) to fly... More

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Hudson, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

but, what the heck, I'll add a bit to this many times stated opinion. I was here as a casual "birder" with a group from Wisconsin and the "serious" birders were not disappointed here. Why, even the lodge's deck offered good avian viewing; morning Costa Rican coffee in hand, binoculars at the ready on the table, that's my kind of... More

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Woodinville, Washington, United States
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10 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I wanted to love the Bosque del Cabo - if for no other reason than that it was the most expensive place I've ever stayed. But, despite the unbelievable location, wildlife, trails, and cabanas - and the fantastic food - there was something missing. I couldn't exactly put my finger on it, but I never really felt welcome. When we... More

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rochester, NY
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8 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

we stayed here for 4 days in February and had a magical trip. We stayed in Casa Coco which is a stand alone house that is a short drive away from the main lodge. It's perfect for 2 couples with beautiful bedrooms, kitchen, bathrooms (out door showers that are wonderful) and an amazing wrap around porch/deck with chairs, hammocks, dining... More

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South Salem, New York
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8 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

It's difficult to select what was better; the unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean, the very comfortable bungalow, the outdoor shower, the trails, the wildlife, the friendly and accommodating staff, or the gourmet meals. Definitely go to their web site for a detailed description of this eco-lodge.

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Denver, Colorado
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Six of stayed for 5 nights. It went by like 5 hours, ALWAYS something to do or see. Wonderful staff, very helpful. Terrific meals everyday, everything home made even the bread!! We have been to Costa Rica a few times before but this was our favorite. As many animals on the BDC grounds as we saw in Corcovado Park. Phillip,... More

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San Francisco, California, United States
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3 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I can't recommend Bosque Del Cabo highly enough; I loved just about everything about it. The main nature guide / naturalist on the property, Phillip, was a real treat -- very much not a warm and fuzzy people person, but very passionate about everything about the environment around the resort, including plants, animals, geology, the entire ecosystem. He is a... More

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Additional Information about Bosque del Cabo Rainforest Lodge

Also Known As:
Bosque Del Cabo Rainforest Hotel Puerto Jimenez
Bosque Del Cabo Rainforest Hotel
Address: Cabo Matapalo, Puerto Jimenez 60702, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Osa Peninsula > Puerto Jimenez
Amenities:
Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 14 Speciality lodging in Puerto Jimenez
Price range (per night): S$184 - 392
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Bosque del Cabo is a romantic getaway and a naturalist’s dream, come true. Crowning a point 500 feet above where the Golfo Dulce meets the Pacific Ocean, nestled in the unspoiled jungles of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula is a paradise found. Located in a unique and fortunate position at the very tip of the Osa Peninsula in the southern Pacific region of Costa Rica, this 750+ acre forest reserve features private, spacious bungalows and gorgeous houses perched atop the cliffs of Cabo Matapalo, each with beautiful ocean views, tropical breezes and the rainforest at your doorstep; or choose beautiful and rustic garden view accommodations surrounded by thriving rainforests. Hiking trails lead you through the forest to deserted beaches on both the Golfo Dulce and Pacific Ocean. Bosque del Cabo, which opened its doors as a hotel in 1990, is owner operated and dedicated to forest preservation. ... more   less 

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