Costa Rica ecolodge luxury accommodation

Set in a private nature reserve spread over 1,000 acres of Central America's last remaining lowland tropical rainforest our Costa Rica ecolodge overlooks the pristine point where the Golfo Dulce meets the wild Pacific Ocean, making it the destination that matches every one's idea of paradise.

The ecolodge was built by John and Karen Lewis as a private Costa Rica ecolodge and nature reserve. Today a conservation easement elaborated by The Nature Conservancy and Cederena ensure that this rainforest will be preserved into perpetuity.
The reserve is connected through a corridor with Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula.

The ecolodge is built in harmony with the surrounding forest and beach environment. The main lodge and bungalows line three ridges connected by walking paths and steps. Built over 350 feet above the sea, the lodge catches the cooling tropical breezes.

The main ecolodge, housing the restaurant and bar, soars 50 feet and is built of local, natural materials. Palm thatched roofs meet a three-story hardwood circular stairway. Climb to overlook the forest canopy and breathtaking ocean vistas. Comfortable, locally made bamboo furniture adds to relaxation in this tranquil panorama of nature.

The ecolodge is more than just a beautiful rainforest hotel or eco resort next to the beach.

This Costa Rica ecolodge is a model ecotourism project that strives to show that "a forest left standing is worth more than one cut down". Besides winning awards from Conde Nast Traveler and being featured in many international publications, the lodge is a pioneer in sustainable tourism employing only people from the local community and being committed to environmentally sound practices.

Costa Rica ecolodge activities
Activities are focused around the rainforest and the nearby Ocean. Rainforest hikes, bird watching, Ocean Kayaking, horseback riding, catch and release sport fishing and surfing are some of the activities offered.

Furthermore, guests can take massages, participate in Yoga classes, relax at the pool with a tropical cocktail or just take a nap in a hammock and maybe observe the birds, monkeys and other animals that come by. For many guests, the highlight is a tour to Corcovado National Park by plane or a night camping in the jungle.

This is an ideal vacation experience for people that like nature and are open to learning about conservation, culture and biodiversity. Honeymoon couples looking for a more active and unique kind of experience as well as families with older children that are looking to spend some real quality time together also enjoy the experience. Please note that we get booked up well in advance during the high season. The High Season corresponds to the period (1st Nov - 15th Dec & 6th Jan- 15th May) also the holliday season (16th Dec 5th Jan) is a high demand season

Sixteen spacious suiita-thatch bungalows nestled within the rain forest exude harmony and an immense tranquility in this undisturbed environment. An infinite feeling of freedom lingers in the bungalow's air, while fresh rain forest breezes race in through awesome screened windows walls, forming flawless paintings of the Pacific Ocean.

Warm wooden floors invite bare feet to walk. Soft nets cascade over two bamboo queen beds or one king bed, casting a magical romantic mood. Classic bamboo furnishings are elegantly arranged, while sporadic splashes of green, orange and red private garden plants flower this simply unmatched setting. Unleash your thoughts while resting on your private deck, getting up to pamper your skin with refreshing water from your own secluded garden shower.

Newly remodeled bathrooms invite you on a sensory journey, featuring a dual showering experience. On one side, a stone-laid floor massages your feet as you shower under soft, rain-like cool water, providing the unique sensation of showering in your own private waterfall. A second shower offers the more conventional hot and solar-heated water with tile floor, perfect for a well-deserved cleansing after a day's hike in the rain forest.

The bathroom speaks light and spaciousness all around, while a lovely bay window and seat, added into the shower's wall, adds a quiet peace and comfort setting to this showering experience. From your shower, gaze out onto the endless ocean, listen to the quiet symphony of the rolling waves.

Food: We do not have a chef. We are proud of our eight local men who have all learned how to cook, to bake, slice-chop-measure, to be continuously curious and be willing to face challenges and constant change, all while adding new skills and tastes differing from their own culture. This is a group of people courageous enough to leave their farm or village, shift to kitchen work (locally perceived to be woman's work), and learn how to cook from our experienced food manager and Lapa Rios owner. This powerful, supportive team has been created over time, through many trials and numerous evolutionary steps.

Family friendly: We provide families with the ideal chance to immerse themselves completely in some of the last remaining lowland tropical rainforests of Central America. Removed from the distractions of telephones, television, computer games and the internet, your children will have the chance to learn about and experience a pristine topical rainforest to the fullest. There are many activities which children will enjoy including surfing, dolphin and whale watching, fishing, kayaking, hiking in our private reserve and learning about the biodiversity of the rainforest.

You can even visit the nearby Carbonera School. Allow your children the opportunity to interact with children of another country and culture. Play soccer or share a favorite song or sport. A great way to experience true Costa Rican culture.

Swimming pool: We have a pool with an amazing view of the Osa Peninsula.