3 km sobre la Calle Vieja a La Barca, Intermedios de Tarcoles, Lagunillas, Puntarenas
What's nearby
Crocodile Bridge - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
Carara National Park - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Jardín Pura Vida - 25 min drive - 16.7 km
Mantas Beach - 36 min drive - 23.9 km
Playa Guacalillo Bird Observatory - 42 min drive - 22.1 km
Getting around
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 59 min drive
Tambor (TMU) - 28 miles/45 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Restaurante El Jardín - 10 min drive
Restaurante Rústico Lapas - 9 min drive
Antigua Hacienda - 13 min drive
Soda Nidia - 9 min drive
Restaurante Vista Mar - 18 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 travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
25 rooms
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge)
Restaurant
Private picnics
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails
Fishing
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Bike storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Bike 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 and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture and ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of 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 curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 specialises 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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 that you 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.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Cerro Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.
Is an 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 on-site activities such as fishing and hiking. Additional recreation on-site 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 Herradura Beach, which is 34 minutes away by car.
Hotel Cerro Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
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
Erin, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
Hazel
Hazel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2024
Hazel
Hazel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
16 Aug 2024
Road to get there was very hard to drive on and full of rocks and potholes. Bathroom was a separate room that was outdoors, covered by a wall of thin tarp and trees. It was a cool concept but I feel like people can hear you use the bathroom and flush the toilet. Also there was wildlife and bugs since it was outdoors. Restaurant was pretty good and staff was nice!
Nazilya
Nazilya, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Excelente lugar, definitivamente recomendado una experiencia, gratificante el personal muy amable
Regresaría sin duda
Jose Alfredo
Jose Alfredo, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
9 Aug 2024
Beautiful with a friendly staff and pretty macaws
James Todd
James Todd, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2024
LUC
LUC, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
Rhett
Rhett, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
23 July 2024
At check in, they took a photo of everyone's passport, which seems sketchy. Even children under 18. With a cell phone. I understand they need to write down the passport number of everyone, but taking a photo was weird.
We found a scorpion in the bathroom, so be careful. Beautiful grounds and animals around.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
17 July 2024
Advertised to have good internet connectivity.
Internet connectivity is terrible and disconnected intermittently
Jimmy
Jimmy, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
15 July 2024
Tuvimos una buena estancia de 1 noche.
La comida es espectacular, la atención es muy muy buena.
El lugar es súper bonito, con vistas extraordinarias, se pueden ver lapas rojas al alcance de la mano.
La habitación que nos tocó es vieja y estaba descuidada.
Además el baño tiene un espacio abierto que da a afuera de la habitación, lo cual me parece riesgoso, ya que se puede meter un animal y causar daño al visitante.
Pablo
Pablo, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
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
Mckenzie, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
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
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
Fourth time at Cerro Lodge. Always a pleasure.
Always amazing. Our fourth time there.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
A wonderful place to stay
This place is a hidden gem! Located in Tarcoles, about 30 minutes from Jaco, this property is surrounded by the lush jungle and has gorgeous macaws coming over frequently to snack on fruits and seeds at the restaurant patio.
The on-site restaurant serves a delicious breakfast and dinner and there’s also a nice pool where you can cool off on a hot sunny day. Staff is very friendly and welcoming.
I couldn’t recommend this place enough!
Daria
Daria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2024
Staff are very welcoming and helpful.
We saw a lot of wildlife around the property more than in Carara Nacional Park. Around 4:45am howler monkey starts making noise and then tons of birds. We saw about 15 Scarlet macaws nearby the lodge.
GRACE
GRACE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
Grateful for the staff very accommodating
Maria Lucille
Maria Lucille, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2024
Nice place to enjoy nature.
Brayan
Brayan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Apr 2024
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
Honorine, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
7 Apr 2024
Cons: 1) Our bungalow was full with red ants - hotel just shared with us chemical spray and we spent a few hours spraying all areas with ants in our bungalow. And still at night they comes to our beds. Very inconvenient. 2) The road to the hotel from the main highway is too bumpy and hard to pass if you have small car. 3) Bathroom is included to the bungalow but technically it is open for outside and you are taking a shower and doing all other things outside with insects.
Pros: 1) Friendly staff. 2) Good breakfast with nice views. 3) Very natural experience and good quality beds and rooms equipment.
Uladzimir
Uladzimir, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2024
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
Noelia, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2024
Quiet, clean, easy, reasonably priced
Grandma
Grandma, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
22 Mar 2024
Some atttention needed
The facility needs some refreshing. Pool chairs were mismatched and broken or missing pads, condiments at the restaurant were empty for the whole time we were there, and towels were thin. On the plus side, the bungalos had comfortable beds and the outdoor showers were an interesting surprise.
Janice
Janice, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Mar 2024
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Feb 2024
Awesome rustic cabins a unique experience
Clean comfy bed and stunning views. Macaws and monkeys visit the dining area in the morning. So comical when a monkey stole the bird’s breakfast right in front of us.Staff told us about a shortcut to The crocodile bridge so we took that easy walk and saw these amazing creatures too. Very interesting shower set up water could have been a bit hotter but wasn’t too cold and I know it’s better for environment. It’s fairly far from Jaco but that suited us found Jaco too busy.