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Hotel Cerro Lodge

3.0 star property
Lakefront lodge with outdoor pool, near Crocodile Bridge

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Escape to the tropical surroundings of Hotel Cerro Lodge, near Jardín Pura Vida. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, indulge in delicious Regional cuisine at Lapaz restaurant, or unwind with ecotours and hiking/biking activities. With free self parking and an on-site snack bar/deli, guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$96 nightly
The total price is $108
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 401 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 301 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 km sobre la Calle Vieja a La Barca, Intermedios de Tarcoles, Lagunillas, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Carara National Park - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Playa Tárcoles - 18 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Hacienda las Agujas - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park - 31 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Mantas Beach - 32 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 59 min drive
  • Tambor (TMU) - 28 miles/45 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Jardín - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soda Nidia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda El Guácimo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Rústico Lapas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pescaderia Tarcoles - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Hotel Cerro Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Lagunillas with a stay at Hotel Cerro Lodge. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Lapaz, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Lapaz - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Hotel Cerro Lodge Tarcoles
Hotel Cerro Lodge
Cerro Tarcoles
Cerro Hotel Tarcoles
Hotel Cerro Lodge Lodge
Hotel Cerro Lodge Lagunillas
Hotel Cerro Lodge Lodge Lagunillas

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Cerro Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Cerro Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Cerro Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Cerro Lodge?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Cerro Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Cerro Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Cerro Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel Cerro Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Cerro Lodge?

Yes, Lapaz offers Regional cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Cerro Lodge like?

Hotel Cerro Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Marina Los Sueños, which is 36 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

Hotel Cerro Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and convenient with a nice selection of food. (11 reviews)
  • The pool was great and a beautiful, relaxing spot. (4 reviews)
  • On-site dining options offered a good selection of food, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Restaurant
Food
Breakfast
Birds
Wildlife
Bed
Shower
Nature

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best dining, pool and rainforest view at an unbelievable rate.
Grace, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

What a beautiful place! The staff were great, the room was clean and comfortable, and the restaurant was super. Great place to enjoy nature and relax.
Kristina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Excellent stay, room rustic but good liked the outside shower. Food very good but very big portions so should have ordered one between the 2 of us. Great views of birds from the deck.
Maureen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful spot. Love the patio to eat and watch birds.
Lorene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was very nice and clean, breakfast was poor, rooms very small, but nice place
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Treasure off the beaten path

Jungle surroundings, with lots of butterflies, birds, and monkies. A memorable relaxing spot.
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The facility was great, the bird guide was fantastic and the setting was quiet and peaceful. We could easily have spent more time in the area.
Kenneth A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There were howler monkeys outside in our first morning when we arrived. We also saw scarlet macaws both mornings we were there and the breakfast was nice and convenient to start the day with. The staff were very friendly and very helpful in planning tours for the days.
Clayton, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to enjoy nature.
Brayan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Place is good an convenient, the premises are good too, you can see animals around, breakfast is good, the staff need to improve.
Gustavoadolfo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In the nature, surrounded by animals, delicious restaurant, very nice staff, very nice room, everything was perfect, will definitely come back!!
Aline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful with a friendly staff and pretty macaws
James Todd, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good lodge close to Carara

I enjoyed my two days at Cerro. The cabin was spacious and the outdoor (screened) shower tres cool. Staff were friendly and helpful. Guides and tours can be arranged at the hotel. I wouldn’t recommend the river tour.
Scott, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful property in the middle of no where but close enough to the main road that goes to Jaco. Breakfast was really good and rooms are clean and we'll mantained.
Teresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lots of birds and monkeys. Good stop over for a night in the jungle
Allan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Grateful for the staff very accommodating
Maria Lucille, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property and surrounding area was beautiful with a lot of birds. The staff was great. The food was really good even the pizza! My only complaint is the the walls were very thin and we could hear practically every word our neighbors said.
Noel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

nature setting. good bird feeder. Excited to found oout that a pair of macaw eating at next table
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our second stay at Cerro Lodge. We appreciated the availability of having breakfast, lunch and dinner on site. Restaurant has a good selection of pizzas and pastas.
Denis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A place to see macaws!

We were celebrating my sister’s birthday day with a family trip. This hotel was close to our destination and price was good (through Hotels.com, it was way more expensive when I called the hotel). They had a delicious breakfast and the scarlet macaws came to eat fruit, it was beautiful
Victor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Cerró Lodge. The staff were amazing and made sure that we enjoyed our time. They booked us on a bird and crocodile tour on the Rio Tárcoles that I would certainly recommend. The pizza we had for dinner was delicious. Rooms very clean and comfortable. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful. I look forward to visiting again!
Erin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice lodge

Great place in the middle of nature. We enjoyed the pool after a very hot day. The room is very comfy with a nice outdoor bathroom. The buffet breakfast was a good surprise.
Honorine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay! In the jungle, bedrooms have AC. Pool is small but everyone was cool and respected each other’s space. Restaurant was really good and had so many options. Got to see some monkeys and tucans as I ate.
Mckenzie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a really good experience here. The location secluded and is great for wildlife viewing. The food was good and they kept the facilities clean. I thought the staff was outstanding. Ceasar was very good and arranged transportation and coordinating some activities for me in Jaco.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was an excellent choice! Rooms are nice, beds are comfortable. Hotel is located 10min from Carara park. They offered us the Tarcoles cocodrile tour and it was amazing!
Noelia, 1-night trip