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Macaw Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Carara lodge

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Family Bungalow | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bungalow (Natural) | Garden view
Living area
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cerros de Turrubares, Carara, San Jose
  • Place, Rainforest Adventures Jaco
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, Marina Los Sueños
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪107 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Bungalow | Balcony

Family Bungalow

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bungalow (Natural) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow (Natural)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Bungalow | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Carara

In Carara .Stay at this Carara lodge and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Bijagual Waterfall and 16 miles (25 km) of Rainforest Adventures Jaco. Playa Tárcoles and Carara National Park are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 45 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park - 50 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 59 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Herradura Beach - 59 min drive - 24.0 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 60 min drive - 24.2 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rancho Shadday - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Sady - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪pocho's bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Bijagual - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪El Búho - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Macaw Lodge

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Carara lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Macaw Lodge . An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Carara lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Macaw Lodge offers 12 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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: USD 130 per vehicle (one way)

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, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Macaw Lodge Turrubares
Macaw Turrubares
Macaw Lodge
Macaw Lodge Lodge
Macaw Lodge Carara
Macaw Lodge Lodge Carara
Macaw Lodge an Authentic Ecolodge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Macaw Lodge to the airport?

Macaw Lodge is 53.3 mi (115-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Macaw Lodge ?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macaw Lodge on Oct 15, 2025 start from $111.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Macaw Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Macaw Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 130 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Macaw Lodge to the beach?

This lodge is 13.2 mi (46-min drive) from Playa Tárcoles and 17.7 mi (56-min drive) from Playa Agujas. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Macaw Lodge offer free breakfast?

Yes, Macaw Lodge offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Macaw Lodge ?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Macaw Lodge ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Macaw Lodge ?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Macaw Lodge have a pool?

Macaw Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Macaw Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Macaw Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Macaw Lodge to downtown Carara?

Macaw Lodge is 2.4 mi away from Carara.