Ecolodges in Costa Rica on the Water

Blue River Resort and Hot Springs

Surrounded by jungles, grand waterfalls and majestic blue volcanic rivers, Blue River Resort and Hot Springs is about experiencing authentic Costa Rica travel. The land at Blue River Estate is lush with rolling hills that run alongside 600 meters of gorgeous blue river.Guests will be overwhelmed by the nature with rain forest plants and flowers, birds and butterflies, and other wildlife that surround the blue-volcanic Penjamo River. It takes about an hour by car from Liberia, Costa Rica, and from the gateway of the beach resorts of Guanacaste to reach the Blue River Resort and Hot Springs. While staying at this lodge guests can enjoy Hiking Rincon de la Vieja, Zip Lining and Tarzan Swing, Blue River Adventure and many more. In Blue River Resort and Hot Springs there are hot springs, 5 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a waterslide. There are  20 air-conditioned guestrooms equipped with safes and coffee/tea makers, beds (have pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and premium bedding), TV, ceiling fan, bathroom with showers, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries. 

More info: http://www.costaricajourneys.com/blue-river-resort-and-hot-springs/

Hotel Gavilán Río Sarapiquí

Located in the northern zone of Costa Rica on the river bank of the Sarapiqui River, Hotel Gavilán Río Sarapiquí is an ideal place to enjoy a refreshing splash in the river, a total delight for the senses. While staying at this hotel, you will be at ease like in your own home but with green surroundings and exotic vegetation. It’s not only a refuge of peace, but also an exciting adventure. You will enjoy sleep at night by listening the sound of rains and awake in the morning by the howling of monkeys and will be cuddled by the songs of birds. About 450 species of bids might be found in hotel surroundings. This is an ideal place for family groups, spiritual retreats and/or student groups. In this hotel there are  20 rooms with private bathroom, fans, and hot water and all rooms have a hallway facing the gardens. Hotel Gavilan Rio Sarapiqui  offers trails with exotic vegetation, a refreshing Jacuzzi with natural water coming from a deep well, and also a private dock for the boat tours, which are hotel’s specialty. While staying at this hotel, guests can enjoy a wide variety of activities in the beautiful Sarapiquí area, like rafting,horseback riding, canopying, bird watching with guides, Coffee Tour, Pepper Tour, “Palmito”, Pineapple, Chocolate and also Banana tours.

More info: http://www.gavilanlodge.com/

Maquenque Eco Lodge

Maquenque Eco Lodge is a lush 60 hectare nature reserve, nestled prettily towards the Northern side of Boca Tapanda in San Carlos. Travelers who want simple, comfortable accommodations set within the heart of nature, they will find this place perfect. Surrounded by the placid San Carlos River, Maquenque Eco Lodge is also at the forefront of initiating a multitude of sustainable tourism, trying to protect the region’s enviable bio-diversity. This lodge is excellent for wildlife observation, birding and adrenaline soaring adventure activities.  Guests can enjoy exciting horseback rides through the rainforest paths or take a boat trip down the River San Carlos. They can also go for thrilling night wildlife watching tour. Maquenque Eco Lodge provide 14 unassuming yet well-furnished and airy bungalows made from native wood, which are neatly sprinkled around the periphery of a large pond. While staying at the Maquenque Eco-Lodge guests can dine at the on-site cozy looking open-air restaurant from where they can also watch the beautiful view of surrounding countryside.

More info: https://costaricaecolodges.com/maquenque-eco-lodge/

Pacuare  Jungle Lodge

Nestled along the banks of the beautiful Pachuare River in the scenic Caribbean region, Pacuare  Jungle Lodge is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure freaks. To arrive the lodge, the best thrilling way is by rafting the Pacuare River – one of the best white-water rivers in Central America. The lodge has initiated several sustainable practices such as solar-heating, reforestation and others that are aimed at conserving the region’s natural resources. Pacuare Jungle Lodge offers accommodation facilities suit all types of vacationers and every suite has a private suspension that directly leads up to a platform. The lodge offers several activities to pick from such as exploring the region’s labyrinth hiking trails to rafting on the popular Pacuare River to going wildlife spotting through the dense primordial rainforest. Guests can also enjoy optional activities including Pacuare canopy tour, an adventure river tour, a tropical canyon tour, a day break activity tour and the One World Expedition “Plant a Tree” program.

More info: https://costaricaecolodges.com/the-pacuare-jungle-lodge/

Rara Avis Rainforest Lodge & Reserve

People who want to being in pure nature, deep in the rainforest, with clean and comfortable lodging, they can stay at this lodge. To reach the lodge the only way is to ride for three hours on a tractor-pulled cart from Las Horquetas de Sarapiquí, a 90min drive from San José. In 1983, the lodge was developed to show that they can make rain forest economically productive and so save it from destruction. In Rara Avis, you will be in a remote pristine jungle – true wilderness – bordering Braulio Carrillo National Park and the Zona Protectora La Selva. You will enjoy home-style Costa Rican meals, no electricity plus an adventurous learning experience different from ordinary tourism. In this lodge there are two room riverside cabin and an eight-room lodge, rustic rooms each with a hot water bath tub and balcony. For those who want a little more comfort, the Waterfall Lodge lies 200 meters from the spectacular double waterfall. Birdwatchers will find the place a paradise as it is home to over 340 species of birds including sunbitterns, umbrella-birds, great green macaws, parrots, and toucans.

More info: http://www.rara-avis.com/