Esquinas Rainforest Lodge
Piedras Blancas National Park La Gamba, Golfito 60701 Costa Rica
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Esquinas Lodge in southern Costa Rica, only 3 miles off the Interamerican Highway and 30 minutes from Golfito airport, is part of a model project combining conservation, ecotourism, research, reforestation and community aid. The lodge is 100% carbon-neutral and has 19 rooms, a restaurant, a bar and a pool. The 35-acre private reserve, surrounded by 2500 acres of untouched rainforest, attracts many mammals and over 200 species of birds. Activities include hiking, horseback riding, birdwatching, and boat and kayak tours in nearby Golfo Dulce.
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The lodge feels like it's deep in the rainforest. The rooms, the restaurant and the swimming pool were fantastic - the best on my two week trip. Stylish and high quality. As the lodge is quite small you can never feel crowded there. The restaurant food was very good. A fer de lance snake was on the grounds and the staff took care to let us know where it was and even to check for me that it hadn't moved closer to the pool when I wanted to go there to swim. I appreciated the story of the place, which I learned from a movie, but I also appreciated it as a great boutique hotel
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Fantastic place with basic but comfortable rooms, lovely staff and food. Has a nice swimming pool to relax in . The main building had bats roosting in it. For nature lovers it’s paradise. Lovely garden with a pond with resident caymans. Loads of birds around especially hummingbirds. We had Acoutis wandering past our room!
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip: All great location, some round the garden and four others a little further away..
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The hotel area is really nice and the staff were amazing but the meals let the hotel down. There is very limited choice with set meals for all so if you are a fussy eater then bring something with you, the meals are also very small. The bar is extremely expensive with cocktails at 10 dollars each, water is the same price as beer. The night walk was good but only lasted around a hour and at 20 dollars a person they certainly make their money here. You are also restricted to where you can go which makes sense as some dangerous animals nearby but limits what you can do on your free time when not on any trips. Overall a nice enough hotel but expensive all round.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Lovely setting in the middle of the rainforest. The rooms are well designed and the staff friendly. Food is excellent but a set menu is the only offer without any other choice. A really nice plane to stay and relax.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was our fourth stay at Esquinas, and it is as wonderful as ever. Our previous trips have been birdwatching trips, but this was a trip with our daughter, her husband, and her family. We wanted to share this special place with our grandchildren, ages 12 and 8. It was a favorite place on our trip for us all. Fernando shared information regarding birds, and Julia was patient and caring, sharing knowledge and making sure the children had great wildlife sightings. The rooms are comfortable, the lodge is a pleasant place to read, play a game or watch wildlife, and the food was delicious. We highly recommend a visit to Esquinas, whether you are a serious birdwatcher or a lover of wildlife.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Visited as part of a tour and of the 6 places we visited this was probably my favourite. Beautiful flower- filled gardens and several trails. The approach road is amazing for birds and I spent many happy hours walking it. A tayra was regularly seen in the gardens. Cabins were adequate and food was good. One night after a terrific thunderstorm all lights went out, but the staff must be well prepared and still managed to cook us a nice candlelit meal.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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We stayed for three nights, exploring the trails on our own and with a guide, and going on the mangrove tour (very recommended!). Grounds are well-kept, with a lagoon and a bird-feeder that is the focus of amazing animal activity -- caimans in the lagoon, countless birds (including a heron successfully fishing), and even a tayra. The cabins are clean and functional, with ample electric outlets. Nice pool for cooling off in the afternoon. Only reservation is that there was no choice for the lunch or dinner meals.
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Date of stay: February 2022
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Room Tip: Cabins 1-6 are near the lagoon.
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Julia greeted us upon arrival and throughout our four days was very generous with her time, care and knowledge. She, her husband, and the tour guide / bar tender Kevin, are all very knowledgeable about the abundance of animal and plant life on and near the site - offering nearby access and tours of a biodiverse secondary rainforest; they are also able to communicate a very genuine passion for ecology and commitment to sustainability. They are on-hand to share their experiences and recommendations which enriched our time with them, for example asking as we relaxed in the dining area if we would like to see the fer-de-lance that was making its way across the path (yes, we would!). Julia also stood by me, quietly and unobtrusively identifying the array of birds I was observing, as she could detect that I was very interested in bird-watching and photography but much less of an expert than she is! I am a vegetarian while my husband is a meat-eater: we were served three meals per day on a set menu, thoughtfully curated, which were all delicious and very satisfying. Fruit juices, soups and desserts were different each time and dishes were likewise varied and flavourful, introducing us to new local ingredients. Coffee was freely available upon request. I celebrated my birthday while we were there, and the chef served me a delicious cake made from local chocolate. There is a bird trail that you can self-guide along. It is well-kept and clearly sign-posted, affording plenty of opportunities to spot a variety of ferns, hummingbirds, birds and mammals (my husband and I are still disputing whether it was a jaguarundi or tayra that we glimpsed one morning!). Work is underway on more trails. We didn't do the night tour, but fellow guests said it was wonderful - they were treated to several spiders, frogs and snakes. From the dining area, we were able to observe interesting behaviour from the resident caimans, basilisks, iguanas, great curassows, agoutis among others as well as plenty of bird-life drawn to the palm trees and heliconias etc. The pool was very refreshing after our walks; the room was spacious, clean and quiet and in a beautiful setting. The room didn't have WiFi, which we didn't mind as it was available at reception and the dining area (enough for us to follow England's progress in the European Championship football). We spent 5 very happy weeks in Costa Rica, but our time at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge stands out as being particularly memorable and special. We felt very well cared for - we learnt so much, ate so much, observed so much, experienced so much while also feeling very rested, invigorated and better connected with nature and ourselves. This is down to a very well-run lodge: Julia is totally committed - to her team, to her guests, to all the wildlife - and is very talented at what she does. I felt like we were treated to a bespoke experience that was also in balance with the surrounding wildlife and culture. We would gladly return.…
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Date of stay: July 2021
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A wonderful lodge surrounded by incredible nature (jungel)really super nice maganger Julia,i felt very welcome there and she was so helpful and friendly,the food was great and the location (bungalow,pool,ambiente) sooooo soo great,super clean and such a special place in the mittel of the jungel! For all nature lovers so highly recommendet. A really special place.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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You're cordially welcomed by the manager (Julia) upon arrival and shown around the area. It's a big place but cabins are built in such a way that it gives you a nice sense of privacy. The cabins are really neat : spotlessly clean, spacious and equipped with all modern comfort. And birds and agoutis, lizards and basilisk show up right at your porch. The meals are fingerlicking good. Not a cheap place but worth every cent.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Michael Schnitzler, Inhaber at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge
Responded 15 Feb 2021
Thanks for your friendly words! We really appreciate that you decided to come to Esquinas during these difficult times.
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PRICE RANGE
US$362 - US$373 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of PuntarenasOsa PeninsulaGolfito
NUMBER OF ROOMS
19
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Frequently Asked Questions about Esquinas Rainforest Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Marina Bahía Golfito (7.6 km), Playa Cacao (7.4 km), and Dantica Gallery (6.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Aldea Casa De Los Mariscos, Restaurante La Playa, and Coconut Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Esquinas Rainforest Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, Esquinas Rainforest Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and German.