We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. We have also included accommodation in villas, lodges, holiday homes, boutique hotels, apartments and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Nice interior design. Situated in Puerto Viejo, 2.1 km from Cocles Beach, Colina Secreta - Glamping and Villas features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel provides garden views and a terrace. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a balcony. The rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also boast a kitchen equipped with a fridge. At Colina Secreta - Glamping and Villas the rooms include bed linen and towels. A continental, Italian or American breakfast is available each morning at the property. The area is popular for snorkelling and cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Jaguar Rescue Center is 2.5 km from Colina Secreta - Glamping and Villas. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 42 km from the hotel.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most CREATIVE boutique hotels in Puerto Viejo.
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of pool, La Paz del Caribe is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Puerto Viejo, 500 metres from Cocles Beach. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. All units are fitted with a microwave, fridge, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in each unit. The units have a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. A bicycle rental service is available at the bed and breakfast, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Chiquita Beach is 1.3 km from La Paz del Caribe, while Jaguar Rescue Center is 700 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 44 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great views.Opened November 2021. Located in Puerto Viejo, 300 metres from Negra Beach, La Prometida provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.7 km from Jaguar Rescue Center. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at La Prometida also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include pool view. At the accommodation each room comes with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Guests at La Prometida will be able to enjoy activities in and around Puerto Viejo, like hiking, snorkelling and cycling. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 49 km from the hotel.Show full description
Villa.Historic property. Boasting garden views, Villas Piña - Adults only provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 700 metres from Negra Beach. The property was built in 2018 and has accommodation with a patio. The villa also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The air-conditioned villa is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom. This villa also includes a terrace that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The villa offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the villa. Guests can enjoy the saltwater pool at Villas Piña - Adults only. Jaguar Rescue Center is 7 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International, 49 km from Villas Piña - Adults only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Holiday Home.Great bar. Featuring a garden and views of garden, Casa ANA KIMBA is a recently renovated holiday home set in Puerto Viejo, 1.3 km from Negra Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. When staying at the holiday home, guests can use private entrance. The holiday home will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. At the holiday home, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Cocles Beach is 1.6 km from Casa ANA KIMBA, while Jaguar Rescue Center is 4 km away. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 46 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Creative. Lovely interior design. Surrounded by tropical vegetation, Mar Verde Lodge is located in Puerto Viejo just 5 minutes’ walk from Playa Chiquita. This Caribbean-style bungalow boasts a furnished terrace complete with garden views. A private bathroom complete with a shower is available at Puerto Viejo Mar Verde Lodge. Coffee-making facilities are included. Linens and towels are provided. Free WiFi is available. At Mar Verde Lodge you will find a 24-hour reception. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling. The property offers free parking.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples.Opened July 2021. Beachfront property located in Puerto Viejo. Estblishment set 40 m away from the beach., less than 1 km from Chiquita Beach. Four different types of room will surprise the visitor, energy, color and design fused in a very special way A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Jaguar Rescue Center is 2.7 km from the accommodation. aWà Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a bar, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at aWà Beach Hotel.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Popular among couples. Offering a terrace and views of the garden, Relax Natural Village is located in the Cocles Region, 2 km from Puerto Viejo. Free private parking is available on site. All the rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. A large private terrace are featured in all the rooms, plus a spacious and luxurius bathroom. Relax Natural Village features free WiFi throughout the property.Show full description
This is a popular bed and breakfast among couples travelling to Puerto Viejo.
Lodge.Hip. Great value. Popular among couples. Satta Lodge offers you a unique experience in the heart of the Caribbean jungle and 700m from Cocles beach. It offers 7 accommodations in a private setting, a swimming pool, a shared lounge, private, closed, secure parking; on 1.5ha of jungle. Several options are available to you: 2 junior suites, 1 superior bungalow, 4 bungalows. We offer a fresh, delicious and healthy breakfast included in your stay. Between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. you can quench your thirst with a fresh juice, sip a cocktail, or a glass of wine by the pool. The Jaguar Rescue center is 1.5km away. The hotel is reserved for adults and adolescents over 16 years old.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest and most RELAXING lodge in Puerto Viejo.
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a saltwater pool, mountain view and a balcony, Black Bamboo B&B is situated in Puerto Viejo. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is located 1.5 km from Negra Beach. The kitchen features an oven, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance. Kids pool is also available at the bed and breakfast, while guests can also relax in the garden. Cocles Beach is 1.8 km from Black Bamboo B&B, while Jaguar Rescue Center is 4.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International, 47 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL, COSY AND WELL DESIGNED bed and breakfast in Puerto Viejo! WOW!
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great bar. Located in Puerto Viejo, 300 metres from Chiquita Beach, Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection features certain units that include a balcony, and each room includes a coffee machine. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. An American, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection you will find a restaurant serving Caribbean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for snorkelling and cycling, and car hire is available at the hotel. Cocles Beach is 400 metres from Hotel Aguas Claras Member of the Cayuga Collection, while Punta Uva Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International, 45 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Highly elegant. Offering a garden and garden view, Alloro Jungle Villas is set in Puerto Viejo, 3 km from Chiquita Beach and 2.4 km from Jaguar Rescue Center. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from Cocles Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The aparthotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as an open-air bath and full-day security. The aparthotel has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with pool views. This aparthotel also features a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. There is a snack bar and bar. Guests at the aparthotel can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach of the property. A bicycle rental service is available at Alloro Jungle Villas. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International, 45 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT apartment hotels in Puerto Viejo.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great value. Popular among couples. Set in attractive tropical gardens, Physis Caribbean Bed & Breakfast offers bright accommodation. Located 200 metres from Cocles Beach, it features 2 charming relaxing outdoor lounge areas with hammocks and benches, and a peaceful fountain. Each spacious room at Physis Caribbean Bed & Breakfast has colourful, Caribbean-style décor. In each room there is a fridge, air conditioning, ceiling fan, safety box, flat-screen cable or satellite TV. There is free Wi-FI throughout the hotel property. The bathroom has a shower. The Physis Caribbean serves a varied breakfast prepared with local fruits and products. Restaurants and supermarkets can be found nearby. Guests can enjoy activities such as surfing, snorkeling, hiking, river rafting, horseback riding, zip-lining, and jungle tours. Physis Caribbean Bed & Breakfast also has bicycles to rent on site as well as laundry service. The centre of Puerto Viejo is 1.5 km from Physis Caribbean, while Gandoca-Manzanillo Park is 1 km away.Show full description
This is the most charming boutique hotel in Puerto Viejo.
Bed and Breakfast.Great location. Popular among women. Situated in Puerto Viejo in the Limon Region, 13 km from Cahuita, Sueño Grande features a year-round outdoor pool, a garden and views of the pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The air-conditioned rooms have WiFi, kitchenette, premium linens, a private bathroom equipped with a shower and organic amenities.A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. A daily changing breakfast with fresh fruit, a sweet dish and a savory dish, plus a homemade smoothie and coffee or tea can be booked during the booking process. Bike hire and car hire are available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for horse riding. Sueño Grande provides a complimentary continental breakfast of locally made pastries, fruits, and jams. The B&B was featured on HGTV's International House Hunters.Show full description
Lodge.Lively. Great location. Located in Puerto Viejo in the Limon region, with Punta Uva Beach and Chiquita Beach nearby, Casa Viva Lodge provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Some accommodation includes a terrace with sea views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with shower. Guests at the lodge can enjoy hiking and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Jaguar Rescue Center is 3.1 km from Casa Viva Lodge. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 47 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Cool. Great views.Opened March 2021. Situated in Puerto Viejo, 2.8 km from Negra Beach and 2 km from Jaguar Rescue Center, Ocean's Breeze Apartment and Rooms offers a garden and air conditioning. This apartment features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The apartment is on the first level. . Show full description
Holiday Home.Romantic. Gorgeous surroundings. Los Delfines Lodge, a property with a garden, is set in Puerto Viejo, 1.2 km from Cocles Beach, 2.4 km from Chiquita Beach, as well as 1.8 km from Jaguar Rescue Center. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. Free WiFi and a safety deposit box are accessible to all guests, while some rooms also offer a DVD player. At the holiday home, the units have bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 42 km from the holiday home.Show full description
This might be the most romantic holiday home in Puerto Viejo. It also has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS.
Great value. Situated in Puerto Viejo, 1.9 km from Negra Beach, La Tica y La Gata features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Built in 2019, the property is within 4.3 km of Jaguar Rescue Center. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Cocles Beach. At the hotel, rooms include a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at La Tica y La Gata also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are fitted with a patio. The rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a wardrobe. The nearest airport is Captain Manuel Niño International Airport, 47 km from La Tica y La Gata.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Trendy. Great bar. Located just 200 metres from Chiquita beach, La Kukula Lodge is located in Puerto Viejo. Free WiFi access and an outdoor swimming pool are available. Each room at this tropical lodge will provide you with a terrace with jungle views and a private bathroom with a rain shower. A safe, bed linen and a fan are also included. At La Kukula Lodge you will find a garden and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and laundry facilities. The property offers free parking. Punta Uva beach and the Jaguar Wild Life rescue centre are both 1.5 km away . Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Popular among women. Centrally located in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca town centre and just a 3-minute walk from Salsa Brava Beach, Hotel Indalo adults only features an extensive garden, sun terrace and free Wi-Fi. All air-conditioned rooms at this design hotel offer basic whitewashed décor and a terrace. Each one has a wardrobe, a fridge and a private bathroom with a shower and hot water. Guests can also find a variety of restaurants within 300 metres. Activities such as surfing, diving, yoga lessons and rafting can be arranged at this boutique hotel. The property is 2 km from Cocles Surf Beach and 6 km from Playa Chiquita Beach. Punta Uva Beach is 7 km away and Limón International Airport is a 50-minute drive away. Free parking is available outside the property.Show full description
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