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La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort

3.5 star property
Enjoy the private beach at this 3.5-star Savegre resort

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Relax above the pool in a serene tropical setting, surrounded by lush greenery and lounge chairs.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this charming residence features a red-tiled roof and a wooden staircase leading to the entrance.
Escape to a serene tropical oasis with a charming thatched-roof gazebo amidst lush, vibrant gardens.
Enjoy a serene beach experience with a natural canopy of palm trees and a calm sea.
Relax in a serene garden setting, surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Portalón de Savegre, 800 m from Portalón entrance, Savegre, Puntarenas, 60602
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Matapalo Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Portalon

Close to airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Savegre resort, you'll find Matapalo Beach and Linda Beach. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Playa Hatillo and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge.
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What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 11 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Playa Dominical - 24 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 37 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • Playa Espadilla - 43 min drive - 22.1 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Langosta Feliz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Patio Café & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Alegría - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Pacifico lobby bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Soda Restaurantico - ‬6 min drive

About this property

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort

Enjoy the private beach at this 3.5-star Savegre resort
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Savegre resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 8 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort offers 13 accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 12500.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 12500 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 12500.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort to the airport?

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort is 13.1 mi (19-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort have an airport shuttle?

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of CRC 12500 per vehicle, one way.

How close is La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort to the beach?

This resort is 4.2 mi (10-min drive) from Matapalo Beach and 4.8 mi (10-min drive) from Linda Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort offer free breakfast?

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort have a pool?

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort have a restaurant?

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort is home to Pura Vida, which features international cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort to downtown Savegre?

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort is 0.3 mi away from Portalon.

La Palapa Eco Lodge Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 56 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Don’t, Nyc

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
WHATEVER YOU DO. DO NOT STAY HERE. I REPEAT DO NOT STAY HERE. THE FOOD IS OLD, STALE, HORRIBLE, I ASKED FOR CLEAN TOWELS AND THE OWNER AND I GOT INTO A SHOUTING MATCH. HE EVEN TOLD ME GO BACK TO AMERICA. WE CHECKED OUT AN ENTIRE DAY EARLIER AND WAS CHARGED A 25$ US CANCELLATION FEE. FOR WHAT??? Only God knows. STAY AWAY FROM THERE. ITS DESERTED, NOTHING TO DO AND NOT AS DESCRIBED AS IN THE PUCTURES ON THE WEBSITE.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Carrie, Wisconsin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a resort for family with kids

Desk staff was rude. I booked three adults through Expedia but had no proof and hotel said I only had reservations for two and wanted to charge me an additional $700 for the third person. Breakfast was any kind of processed meat they could get from the garbage. The fruit was local and great. Will return to Costa Rica but would never recommend this resort. The bedding and pillows stunk. No coffee maker in huts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

robert , alaska

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot to be away from it all.

Card machine for paying bills seems to always be offline and not working. The hotels grounds where beautiful and he staff was great. The rooms let in mosquitoes by the hundreds it seems like. Doors always closed and no windows open. Every night we had to hide under the sheets to keep from getting eaten alive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

adriana, baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A beautiful jungle retreat

We truly enjoyed our stay at this off-the-beaten-path property. Tucked away along the coastal highway, it is in close proximity to the many beautiful beaches and waterfalls of Osa province. We were given excellent advice on nearby sights by the resort owner. The resort bungalow was roomy, well built, and contained a small kitchen that was a huge bonus to my family. The included breakfast was delicious and the service wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

4/10 Poor

Mel, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So so

It's a lovely setting in the jungle but very muggy of course and the fans in the room can only help a little. We did see a very big and healthy cockroach as we were unpacking though. We informed the front desk of our roommate and they sprayed the room. When we returned, it was laying dead in the bathroom. You definitely need a car here! It's longer than 3km to Matapalo beach.

10/10 Excellent

Graham, Ithaca, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rainforest Bungalow

This place is awesome! Highly recommend. The staff are all very friendly, and the grounds are immaculate. You will legitimately feel like you are living in the rainforest. Go ahead and spring the extra $$ for the private bungalow- well worth it! The road to La Palapa is very bumpy, but our 2WD Toyota Yaris managed it just fine.

10/10 Excellent

joanna, Planet Earth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place, welcoming, nice big room - great pool

Very relaxing and welcoming as we arrived a lot later than expected (8.30pm) lovely room and gardens. Would definitely recommend!!

10/10 Excellent

Doug, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Place to Stay

I was looking for a place to stay close to Dominical and booked this at the last minute. It cam up as The Deal of the Day. So glad we stayed there. It was beautiful, charming, clean, green and the staff was great. I'd highly recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel, great staff, very well located

Great location, super close to the fabulous 'Praia Linda'. It was a great base to visit the Pacific Coast and Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio. The Hotel staff is very friendly, rooms are very nice and the Hotel is truly located inside the tropical forest. Really recomend it for nature lovers who also enjoy good comfort and premium location. Excellent value for money.

6/10 Okay

SoCalcat, Cali USA

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Costa Rica is not for everyone! :)

CR has many different lodging options. This is def an "ecolodge". You will hear animals,find bugs plus more in CR. If you want 5 star accomm do not stay at an ecolodge! If you are going to stay at one this is good place.loved all the beauty in the gardens. The owner has invested alot into the grounds. There is even a nice hiking trail & waterfall on the property.I also liked how he had a ton of signs all over the property directing which way to go.owner is a very knowledgeable man We had many conversations with him& enjoyed his stories as well as help with activities & area. He may have a strong personality for some but he really does not intend to be rude. We were fine once we understood his personality type. He was nice to my family.The breakfast was VERY tasty as well as one of the best that we've had on our travels in CR. Beans/rice,eggs, fresh fruit & 3 different types of homemade bread along with 2 amazing jams!! (Yum!) The coffee & fresh juice was also a nice addition to bfast. He offers a nice dinner f (best meal in 10 days!) Dined both nts of stay. Make sure to ask what he is preparing for the eve.There is a not a menu to choose from. Also food can be expensive in CR. There is a 10% gratuity + 12% tax added on. 1st nt we had 3 plates & 2nd nt we had 4 plates. I pd a extra $129- US dollars at ck out for meals. Also Pd expected extra $100 @ ck in. Was told expedia reservation was just for 2 ( had 2 kids w/us)So I was very dissapointed I had to pay more $!!:(

6/10 Okay

Linda, Atenas, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful grounds, Beware of Owner

It's a shame really. The hotel grounds and garden are so beautiful. The price with a free breakfast to boot is fantastic. Location was great for us to explore south to Dominical and Uvita as well as north to Quepos. Breakfast was good enough with hot coffee, small serving of fruit, nice banana bread and serving of scrambled eggs, rice/beans, chorizo. Just beware the owner is snarly and confrontive over things that could easily be handled. It's a shame to have such negative energy in an otherwise good place. Would recommend the bungalows far above garden rooms for small price difference for added space, and cooler temps due to better fans, kitchen and nice to have small outside porch area.

10/10 Excellent

jk, Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice eco-resort in a great natural setting. The owner is also very knowledgeable of the area and recommended a great smorkeling/whale watching excursion near Drake Bay.

10/10 Excellent

jose bates, united kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A paradise!

Very exciting Beautiful tropical gardens 2 km to a stunning private beach I loved it

10/10 Excellent

Saria, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A magical beautiful plush sanctuary

La Palapa is an absolute jewel! As I walked up the gorgeous plush flora trail to the reception a large Blue Morpho Butterfly fluttered softly in front of me, and I thought, this place is going to be AMAZING! Surely enough it was. The Palapa is a rainforest/garden delight with flora and fauna splendor. The bungalows and rooms are adorable, spacious, and beautifully decorated. The patios are so perfect to enjoy the pleasant rain that visited in the evenings. I could go on and on about the Palapa. I will say that this place provided a look in to an authentic slice of what Costa Rica is all about. We extended our stay and I wish to return in the future. I am so happy to have La Palapa memories in my life.

6/10 Okay

kavya

Disliked: Staff & service

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was nice, the experience not so much, the place has some "rules" like ask for your dinner before 3pm, first night we didn't even knew this exist so we couldn't even eat there, and also, there's no menu! Anyway we book there because Im trying to quit smoking and it's a non smoking place so I thought this will be nice, but next night, On the restaurant/bar the owner of the place was smoking right next to the "thanks for no smoke", well, so much of that... The place has nice rooms, they are very well equipped, kitchen and refrigerator, the road it's a little uncomfortable so make sure you go on a high car. Raiting: 3 out of 5

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too far

Beautiful but far away from everything

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel

Wonderful, really nice and clean hotel. Perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. We highly recommand this place. It is 30 min by car to manuel antonio park. Things to know: -There's no AC but you won't need it. The fan do perfectly the job. -The hotel is like a big botanical garden. -There's no tv and wifi in the room. For wifi you will need to go next to the pool and the reception.

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience

Amazing location, incredible landscaping. The staff was super friendly and helpful!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

WORST EVER !!!

Bed full of suposely the manager said was worm excrement and not rat excrement, manager wants 20$ extra to change room because 2 beds... no TV, no AC, etc.

10/10 Excellent

Alexei, Moscow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La Palapa

La Palapa is the best hotel/resort in this area. For money paid you are getting much more than expected.

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot to relax close to everything

This was a wonderful find. Both my teenage daughter and I had a lot of fun hanging out around the beautiful grounds, the pool is fantastic and I really recommend their home cooked meals for dinner, delicious! The owners take great pride in the amazing garden, the tasty cooking and arranging for all your tours and activities. As soon as we arrived we locked ourselves out of our car, and Cristina and Manuel gave us our bungalow key and told us not to worry about a thing. The following morning we found an agent with a replacement key waiting for us. We also became good friends with their son, who introduced us to some of the animals that live around the grounds, that was such a treat!

6/10 Okay

jetsetter1, california

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Be prepared to sleep in your car

The husband (owner) was very standoffish. The wife was more pleasant. There is no internet available in the rooms - only in the office/pool area. On the first night I returned to my hotel at 3am after going out for the evening, but I could not get into the hotel complex - the gate was locked! I was locked out, and spending the night sleeping in one's rental car is not my idea of fun. All my stuff was in my room, I could not shower, sleep... I was irritated, to say the least. Early the next morning when the gate was finally opened, I went back inside. I was greeted by the wife, one of the owners, and I told her how because they had locked the gate the night before, I didn't get to sleep in my room. She apologized, but then scolded me that I "should have honked my horn so that the guard would open the gate"; this apparently, was my fault. I told her that had she or someone else informed me prior to me going out for the evening that the gate would be locked, and that I should have honked my horn when I got back, I would have done so, but I was not aware that there was a guard at the gate (never saw anyone), and I didn't intend on honking my horn at 3am and waking up the entire neighborhood. She then said, in complete seriousness, well, "then you should have climbed over the wall of the complex" - I just stared at her, not believing what she was saying to me. There appears to be an unstated curfew at this facility, so if you leave, you may not be able to return.

8/10 Good

Stephen P, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Location

Overall we really enjoyed our stay for 2 nights. The location is about a 45 minute drive from Manuel Antonio but easy enough to get to if you have your own transportation. The grounds are spectacular and well maintained and the pool looks nice as well. Breakfast was fantastic and home made. Dinner was great as well but a bit on the pricey side. Playa Linda is very close by and absolutely stunning and virtually deserted as it is a locals beach and seemingly only used on the weekends.