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Rio Celeste Hideaway

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A luxury lodge near Tenorio National Park with exclusive access to Rio Celeste.

Hidden in the foothills of the Tenorio Volcano, this lodge is just a 5-minute drive from the main entrance to the national park. Its 26 individual casitas offer privacy and high levels of comfort in a stunning natural setting. Each spacious casita features a King or two Queen beds, air conditioning, a gourmet coffee machine, and a private terrace with loungers. Bathrooms are generously sized and include both indoor and open-air showers.

Surrounded by lush rainforest, wildlife encounters are part of the experience – tapirs, coatis, monkeys, sloths, and countless bird species are often seen. Three well-marked trails (up to 1.2 km) wind through the property, including one that leads to the turquoise Rio Celeste, where guests enjoy exclusive swimming access.

Dining options include Kantala, serving local and international dishes, and Mandarina, offering Asian fusion cuisine. There’s also a lounge bar for cocktails and a café for light bites. Daily yoga sessions are complimentary, and facilities include a swimming pool with three hot tubs and a swim-up bar, a spa, a gym, and a games room.

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What our clients say

  • Highlights?: Very hard to select 1 or 2 things. However would probably say Travelling to and staying at Tortuga Lodge and the excursions into the Jungle (in 3 days we…

    TW, Glasgow Apr 2018
  • Highlight?: Tortuguera boat trip, rafting Arenal, hot springs Arenal, zip wires Monteverde, running on the beach in Uvita - so many lovely memories

    SL, London Jan 2017
  • Most memorable experience: “Very difficult to be specific but an eclectic selection would include:- Boat trip excursion with excellent guide from Tortuga Lodge; Singer/Musician at Dinner at Arenal Nayara Hotel;…

    VB, Sloane Sqaure Feb 2013
  • Highlights? Rafting out of Pacuare, seeing the turtles, kayaking in Tortuguero, zip wire trips, hiking in Pacuare and relaxing on beach in Santa Teresa.

    MBW, London Sep 2019
  • Highlight?: The wildlife - watching the turtles lay eggs and a swimming sloth.

    ID, London Aug 2018
  • So hard to pick out an individually memorable part. If pushed then we would have to select the two river wildlife trips (Tortuguero and Cano Negro) and overall the friendly…

    SY, Solihull Jan 2019
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Heloise
Heloise Buxton - Travel Expert

Heloise started her Latin American journey as an exchange student in Santiago, Chile. With extended summer holidays this was the perfect opportunity to backpack through Bolivia, Peru, Argentina and Brazil.

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