El Hotelito Perdido

The owners are typically somewhere around, which means they see, and experience their own property often. They take the time to resolve any issues, plan ahead, and keep systems in place that are obviously working which shows up in the quality of the food, the decor, and upkeep. As a single female traveler, I felt very safe overall. The doors locked, there's sufficient lighting, clean paths, honorable and ethical employees- so you aren't being harassed for tips or "dates". They communicated very clearly, and are concise from right after the booking, until I was checked out. If any guest had questions about navigating the river, nearby experiences and tourist destinations, the staff was more than willing to give you honest information. I enjoyed feeling safe to sit in the common areas or on the dock in the evenings. The seating areas are well maintained, and have some lighting, but not too much to be overbearing at night. It would be very hard for random people to come on to the property, so you mostly only interact with people who should be there or are accounted for. I really enjoyed the fresh quality foods, and homemade bread. The portions are large! You definitely feel like you're getting your money's worth plus some. Then there's the dark, rich, delicious chocolate they make on site and serve at dinner... mmmmmmm it's so good! The bed in the first cabin was ok. It wasn't bad, but it did remind me of childhood summer camp. I liked the layout of the second cabin a little better since I had an option to sit downstairs on the couch and could still use the internet since it's closer to the main shared space where the internet is located. The bed in the second cabin I used was better than the first. The mosquito nets and coils are definitely needed, and appreciated. The staff also takes the nets down to clean them periodically. All the work they do in the off season and in between guests really makes a difference!

I didn't like how rushed the clean up after dinner can be, and how noisy the staff is when they arrive in the morning. Yes, it's their jobs, but it's the guests experience and attempt to rest.

This is the perfect place to relax and disconnect from civilization, surrounded by beautiful jungle and nature. The atmosphere is peaceful, and it’s a wonderful place to slow down, meet other travelers and enjoy the surroundings. They offer great tours and kayak rentals, which make it easy to explore the area around Rio Dulce. The breakfast, dinner, and drinks were all really nice as well.

Excellent petit hôtel perdu au bord du Rio dulce, personnel accueillant, véritable petit paradis tranquille 🙂

Dormes was just above the main hole, dinning area and kitchen. You get a bed with a mosquito net and a big locker.. You can't charge your phone by the bed. The only charging place is downstairs in the hole. Free drinking water. I enjoyed dinner with everyone, thought I think one drink should be included. All in all it's a nice place where tou can swim in the river (I wished the water was colder though), borrow tubes. Rent kayaks or pay for some tours. Local staff were kind and every evening come and ask you what are tou going to do the next day as everything needs to be booked in advance.

I didn't get my 'welcome smoothie' in the end. Too early or too late.. it sure didn't make me feel good. Either be mire flexible, or just cancel it. More shadow at the hammock by the river (and more hammocks) would be great. Breakfast wasn't included.