Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary

Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary Nature lodge in Puntarenas Province

About this nature lodge rental

Located in Puntarenas Province, this attractive nature lodge for £334 per night is a great option for your next vacation. Set on a private part of Nicuesa Beach, Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge has a tropical setting in the Golfo Dulce region. It offers rooms with balconies and rainforest views, as well as a range of outdoor activities.

Amenities

Smoking allowed

Balcony / Patio

Gym / Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Puntarenas Province

Nearby attractions

Las Quebradas Biological Center

64.11 miles

Cascada El Pavón

41.19 miles

Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary

4.8

Outstanding(29 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Puntarenas Province

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Balcony / Patio, Smoking allowed and more

££££

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Smoking allowed

Balcony / Patio

Gym / Fitness Center

Garden

Map of Puntarenas Province

Nearby attractions

Las Quebradas Biological Center

64.11 miles

Cascada El Pavón

41.19 miles

Reviews

4.8/5.0

Outstanding(29 Reviews)

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10.0

Apr 2023

Come here for the absolutely exceptional service!

Clean, cozy, and relaxing. Good food. EXCEPTIONAL staff!

Perhaps there could be more organized activities for when it rains.

10.0

Mar 2023

Wonderful stay in exceptional nature!

A warm welcome, exceptional location, great staff, awesome possibilities of tours.

the furniture in the lodge could have been a bit more comfortable but this is minor, the hammocks were great!

10.0

Apr 2022

Fabulous!

Wonderful place to relax far away from the world. perfectly embedded in nature, tasteful, comfortable, cozy. helpful staff

9.0

Apr 2022

beautiful and restful

environment, isolation, scenery

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

The location was incredible the food was great, everything was great

Nothing

10.0

Mar 2022

Treat yourself to a wonderful stay, pristine location , nature n wildlife, adventure n relaxation.

Playa Nicuesa for sure is a gem which you immediately become aware of upon approach..It’s pristine location speaks for itself..unique tree house style lodge and rooms and overall ambiance tells of its sustainability efforts and respect for nature.The staff , guides, food , rooms ,amenities , service and comfort is high quality and superb ..the canopy of the dense foliage and intense sounds of the jungle with the howler monkeys engulfs you.Nighttime requires flashlights which the lodge can provide..There is always the sense of wildlife lurking around and we saw plenty from toucans, scarlet macaws, a variety of birds ,monkeys, iguanas, viper snake, boa constrictor ,spiders and I have no doubt so much more that our eyes and ears missed..One highlight was on one of our self guided trail walks we heard the panting and grunting of something moving thru the forest.My daughter had direct eye to eye contact with a black animal..when we got back to the lodge , one of the guides showed us pictures and let us know we encountered a tayra…the pretty beach is so close to the lodge and rooms..It is stoney n pebbly even walking into the water but all very tranquil..The comfortable seating area,cushioned loungers and hammock make for plenty of relaxation and viewing beautiful sunrises and sunsets…The convenience of grabbing a paddle board or snorkel gear and kayaks is a bonus..saw interesting fish including puffer fish snorkeling and on our river tour had dolphins accompany us and saw a big mahi mahi fish jump out of the water chasing a needle fish..Be sure to do the sunset boat trip to see the bioluminescence..we had 2 mango rooms an upper and lower for our family n enjoyed the forest views from the comfort of our balconys..the ceiling fan was enough and we had no problems with mosquitoes.. we did have a gecko, some ants , a spider n bats in our room but just embraced it all..the chef catered to our vegetarian and gluten free requests with scrumptious food..I hope to return

Nothing..all lovely..pura vida

8.0

Mar 2022

switch off and isolate with nature

nature

Stoney beach

8.0

Jan 2022

Once in a life time location and experience, but not somewhere we'd visit again.

We visited Nicuesa because of its location, the opportunity to see wildlife and the commitment to sustainability. It delivered in all of these areas: we will never forget the boat ride to the hotel (it felt like being the first people to discover a new country) and the relaxation we felt from being so isolated and immersed in nature. The food exceeded our expectations and we were very well looked after by the kitchen staff. The guide who took us on a hike was very knowledgeable and friendly. It's nice that you can take paddle boards and kayaks out for free. The beach is raw nature but incredible. We watched sunrise and sunset every day during out stay, and couldn't believe how magical it was. Room cleaning was great. The yoga instructor and masseuse was lovely - really friendly, knowledgeable and personable.

Although we loved our stay and will never forget it, we were ready to leave after three nights and probably wouldn't return, because some key "home comforts" were missing for the price we paid. We appreciate this isn't a grand five star hotel and didn't want it to be, but the room was too much on the basic side. It reminded me of the rooms I've stayed in when I was travelling as a university student (poor lighting, dodgy wardrobe and the mattress and pillows were especially basic). As I said, we weren't expecting grand luxury, but eco tourism can be done in a luxurious way (e.g. many of the safari places in Africa). For the price we paid, we expected a bit more than a room that was literally just for sleeping. This was one level above camp-beds or a mattress on the floor. Staff were good overall (especially kitchen staff and the yoga instructor), but at times it felt like Niceusa was there for the staff and not the guests. For example, playing loud dance music when most guests were probably visiting to relax and listen to the nature, if anything. Also not being able to use a beach hammock all afternoon because one of the staff interns was using it, who also didn't help us with the kayaks and paddle boards (other staff did). We were surprised that there was no way to lock our room. We were told this is because Niceusa is a "family". Perhaps we're too British for our own good, but when someone says that to me, I think "cult", not "family"! To be honest, we didn't think about it much, but we were in a remote place with a bunch of people from all over the world who we'd never met before. I would have preferred a key and think lots of people would feel the same.

10.0

Jan 2022

Wonderful - hope to visit again

Great staff, great food, and an exceptional location

10.0

Feb 2020

Unmissable.

So impressive. Superlative management and top notch service from the barman, to the guides, to the waitress (where else would a waitress bring along a guide at breakfast to help a guest identify a bird? Admirable sustainability strategy which is helpfully explained to guests. Unique location globally.

9.6

Nov 2019

Paradise adventures

A beautifully designed ecologically sound lodge in a stunning setting on the Golfo Dulche. We loved the friendly and attentive service provided by the wonderful team there - nothing was too much trouble and we felt thoroughly looked after. The range of activities available was superb whether you wanted a gentle and relaxing time with massage and yoga, you were feeling more adventurous and keen to snorkel, kayak or take one of the many guided trips or you were interested to learn more about their sustainability projects. Other treats included the exhilarating boat ride across the Golfo Dulche to reach the lodge (accompanied by a few dolphins!) . Fabulous hot showers, private but open to the forest too. Large shared dining space for sharing stories of your day and meeting fellow travellers.

The only tiny niggle was that a large group of non resident tourists were having lunch in the main dining area taking up the whole room on our first day. This detracted a little bit from the feeling of the lodge being exclusive and off the beaten track when this is something you’re paying a lot of money to experience. We were assured that this was not the norm and it only happened the once during our stay

6.0

Sep 2019

Incredibly unique facility and grounds. Beautiful wildlife everywhere!

Very isolated eco lodge with wonderful staff who really care about their jobs, their country and their customers. This is the most unique place I have ever stayed.

Hot water mixer for the shower could have been a little better - but understand we are in the jungle.

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Puntarenas Province?

The average price for a rental in Puntarenas Province is £91 per night. This rental is £243 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes smoking allowed, balcony / patio, gym / fitness center, and garden.

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Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Puntarenas Province

Nearby attractions

Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary

Nature lodge in Puntarenas Province

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Puntarenas Province

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Puntarenas Province?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Eco Sanctuary?

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