Hotel Cerro Lodge

3.0 star property
Lakefront lodge with outdoor pool, near Crocodile Bridge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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January 2025

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Outdoor pool
Exterior detail
Fishing
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, free toiletries, towels, shampoo

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser
Feel at home
  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Room options

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Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

POD single capsule

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
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

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

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 family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hazel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hazel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente lugar, definitivamente recomendado una experiencia, gratificante el personal muy amable Regresaría sin duda
Jose Alfredo, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful with a friendly staff and pretty macaws
James Todd, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

LUC, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rhett, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

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, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Advertised to have good internet connectivity. Internet connectivity is terrible and disconnected intermittently
Jimmy, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

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, 1-night romance trip
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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 with friends
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Fourth time at Cerro Lodge. Always a pleasure.
Always amazing. Our fourth time there.
Susan, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grateful for the staff very accommodating
Maria Lucille, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to enjoy nature.
Brayan, 1-night family trip
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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 family trip
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4/10 Fair

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, 1-night family trip
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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 family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean, easy, reasonably priced
Grandma, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

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, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Donna, 1-night trip
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