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La Kukula Lodge

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts lodge with outdoor pool, near Playa Chiquita

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Restaurant
2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi
Front of property
Outdoor pool
Family Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi
La Kukula Lodge offers a tranquil retreat near Cahuita National Park with cooked-to-order breakfast, a refreshing outdoor pool, and scenic garden. Unwind at the bar or plan your next adventure using free WiFi in public areas. Previous guests have appreciated the multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$131 nightly
The total price is $149
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees

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Standard Triple Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private plunge pool
Connecting rooms available
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
Frette Italian linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Panoramic Suite | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi

Panoramic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Connecting rooms available
Frette Italian linens
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
Frette Italian linens
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mista French Road, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Limón, 70403

What's nearby

  • Playa Chiquita - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Playa Cocles - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Black Beach - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 104.8 miles/168.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Sol del Caribe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caribeans Coffee & Chocolate - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Nena - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Leyenda De L’Antico Forno - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Todo Es Posible - ‬6 min drive

About this property

La Kukula Lodge

When visiting Cahuita, La Kukula Lodge is a great choice to consider. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Frette Italian sheets

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 130000 per vehicle (one-way)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does La Kukula Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, La Kukula 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at La Kukula Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at La Kukula Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at La Kukula Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by La Kukula Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 130000 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at La Kukula Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at La Kukula Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near La Kukula Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does La Kukula Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around La Kukula Lodge like?

La Kukula Lodge is a short 7-minute walk from Playa Chiquita and 16 minutes' walk from Punta Uva Beach.

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La Kukula Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Jungle
Wildlife
Beach
Breakfast
Service staff
Food
Ambience

What guests liked

  • The complimentary breakfasts were delicious and cooked to order. (5 reviews)
  • A quiet, secluded beach is a short walk down a jungle path from the property. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time with friendly hosts, good breakfast, clean rooms and an amazing nature! We loved everything about it :-)
Antonia, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a pleasant stay our family enjoyed at La Kukula Lodge! The accommodations exceeded our expections for the price. Proximity to the beach while being surrounded by jungle was fantastic! Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning ensured we started our day off right. We will definitely be back- thank you!!
Amanda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful jungle property with the sounds and sights of nature all around. The hosts were very attentive, the included breakfasts were excellent. Everything was very well maintained. An easy walk to a gorgeous natural clean beach. Everything about this unique property was excellent!
Ruth, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hosts, grounds, hospitality
Galina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Better than any canopy tour, you are amongst all the enimals, with all the best conditions (minus AC)
Rony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really beautiful place a perfect combination on being in the jungle and really close to the beach, walking distance to at least 5 excellent restaurants
Jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice facility in small forest setting. Well maintained, excellent staff. Very nice quiet dinner on site. All around good experience
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to feel immersed in the jungle, with trees and animals all around. We saw a sloth, monkeys and agouti, they have a tiny frog sanctuary, and it's close to the beach (10 min). Room has a mosquito net and helps to feel immersed in the jungle (no windows) Food and drinks are available and the breakfast was decent.
Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Only stayed one night and wished it would have been longer. Owners did all they could to make it a great experience. Food(dinner and included breakfast) was great. Connected us with a trusted driver that got us through an unknown period with ease. Spanish speaking was necessary for that though
Armando, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and comfortable. However, it would have been nice to have a refrigerator and also an air conditioner since it can get very warm and the ceiling fan alone does not cool the room down. The staff and owners are super friendly and very attentive. We left very early in the morning and the lady working in the kitchen (I believe her name was Gira) offered to prepare us some sandwiches, which super nice of her. One negative was that things do not dry since its super humid outside as well as in the room. However, if you enjoy nature this is definitely the place to stay!
Mohamed, 5-night trip

2/10 Poor

Only for Exhibitionists !!!

We had booked this place based on reviews and expected to visit CR for the first time and stay at a comfortable place with "attentive owners". Owners were out of the country and the place was being managed by the owner of a another lodge. Nobody there at night to address issues to except for "security guards" that do not speak any english. Rooms are very bare minimum, no AC, which is not good given the recent increase in humidity, as we were told. The bed is way too hard to ever get comfortable. There are no real windows in the bathroom, only screens, so at night if you have the lights on, you are in full view of the guards with nowhere to hide. Our toilet did not work, was shut off as it turns out, and in the middle of the night there was sewage backing up into the shower, about 6 inches deep. All this to the lovely sounds of the waterpump, which is conveniently located right outside your bathroom "window", and seems to run all night, ruining any remaining chances of sleep. We politely asked to check out after our first night, were told that would be alright by the manager and we went across the street to much needed comfort. Now, over a month later, both the owner and Expedia refuse to take any responsibility and issue us a refund. BUYERS BEWARE

10/10 Exceptional

The property is set in amazing rainforest gardens, the hosts are charming and welcoming and so enthusiastic about the wildlife in the area, so happy to show visitors the frogs and lizards, sloths and birds. I absolutely loved it. It felt so safe, clean and friendly i would definitely recommend La Kukula Lodge
Charlotte, 11-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Shannon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente lugar!

Es un lugar fantastico, acogedor. En medio de la naturaleza sin sentirse invasivo. Los propietarios son personas cálidas, respetuosas y amigables. Todo estaba perfectamente limpio y en buen estado. La ubicación es perfecta, se puede caminar en pocos minutos a la playa o a varios restaurantes de diferente gastronomía, ademas que el servicio de restaurante de La Kukula es delicioso .
Hasan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Zechariah David, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die Kukula Lodge war unsere beste Unterkunft während unseres Urlaubes in Costa Rica. Es hat einfach alles gepasst. Wir hatten eine Familien Lodge mit Pool direkt vor der Tür. Morgens wurde man von Brüllaffen geweckt, Agutis, Echsen, farbige Frösche und ein Faultier direkt vor der Nase. Das Frühstück war im Vergleich zu anderen Frühstücken unserer Reise- einzigartig - man konnte immer zwischen zwei Varianten wählen. Es gab immer frisch gepresstes Saft und eine große Obstschale. Die Kids konnten super leckeren Kakao bestellen. Ei in verschiedenen Varianten mit Reis und Bohnen oder z.B. Brot mit Marmelade oder Butter. Der Besitzer war äusserst hilfsbereit und hat uns bei vielen geholfen- Fahrräder organisiert- einzigartige Tiere gezeigt und viel Infos über diese gegeben. Beim Gedanken an die Kukula Lodge will ich sofort zurück- wir haben es als Familie geliebt da zu sein und danken für dieses einzigartige Erlebnis Empfehlung zu 100 Prozent
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

MARIA ELENA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4 tolle Nächte in Cahuita!

können das Hotel uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen. Mehrere Bungalos im Dschungel verteilt und nur einige 100M zum Playa Chiquita. Bereits beim ausgezeichneten Frühstück begegnet man Kolibris, Fröschen und Agutis. Von den Eigentümern bis zum Team der Zimmerreinigung alle zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit.
Werner, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

La Kukula lodge

Fantastiskt litet hotell placerat mitt i djungeln, men med bara ca 200 m till närmaste strand. Även nära till flera suveräna restauranger. Vi hade ett stort familjerum med två rum, vardagsrum och badrum. Det var rent och trevligt med sköna sängar. Stor terrass med en härlig pool precis bredvid. Personalen är underbara, lämnar information om området och är otroligt hjälpsamma. Eftersom man bor mitt i djungeln måste man vara beredd på att det är ljud från t.ex apor på natten. Detta gör att man också får se massor av djur från sin egen terass, så som apor, sengångare, agoutis och ödlor. La Kukula lodge var det bästa stället vi bodde på i Costa rica av totalt sex hotell.
Välkommen till La Kukula lodge
Huvudbyggnaden
Vår terass
Poolen
Anna, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jérôme, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

!!! Ein Traum!!!

Paradise
Marina, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Virginie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Erick, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Céline, 2-night trip