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Rafiki Safari Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this Río Nuevo hotel

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2 outdoor pools
Standard Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Camino de Rio Savegre, Río Nuevo, San José, 60601
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom

Standard Tent, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Tent, Lake View | 1 bedroom

Superior Tent, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom

Deluxe Tent, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom

Family Tent, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Río Nuevo

On riverwalk.Stay at this Río Nuevo hotel and you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Matapalo Beach and Linda Beach. Playa Hatillo and Titi Canopy are also within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 57 min drive - 20.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Good Coffee Cafe - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Club Finca Maritima - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante La Casona - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪El Joron - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Tico - ‬53 min drive

About this property

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this Río Nuevo hotel
Rafiki Safari Lodge offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rafiki Safari Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Río Nuevo hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rafiki Safari Lodge offers 14 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rafiki Safari Lodge to the airport?

Rafiki Safari Lodge is 19.1 mi (47-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

As of Mar 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafiki Safari Lodge on Mar 30, 2026 start from $260, including 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 Rafiki Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rafiki Safari Lodge.

How close is Rafiki Safari Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 16.9 mi (47-min drive) from Matapalo Beach and 17.5 mi (47-min drive) from Linda Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Rafiki Safari Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge have a pool?

Rafiki Safari Lodge features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Rafiki Safari Lodge to downtown Río Nuevo?

Rafiki Safari Lodge is 16 mi away from Río Nuevo.

Rafiki Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I stayed here for 6 nights and had the most amazing time! The property is absolutely gorgeous, peaceful, and just the right amount of isolation in the mountains. The staff was incredibly nice and accommodating, always checking to make sure you're having a great time. The excursions were fantastic, we highly recommend the white water rafting! I took my 6 year old daughter on it, and felt very safe with the expertise of our guides. If you are looking for a true getaway in nature, this place is for you! You will wake up every morning to the sounds of the rainforest, including the most beautiful birds! The property has trails with waterfalls, a small swimming pool and "warm pool", and the food was delicious. Highly, highly recommend a stay at Rafiki!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best "glamping" experiences we have ever had! We were in a tent but it was a huge very well ventilated rigid tent on a solid platform with an attached beautiful bathroom with huge walk in shower. We sat on our two rocking chairs on the huge open deck area and watched the birds every morning and the sunsets every night. We fell asleep to the sounds of the jungle and woke up to the many bird songs. Breakfasts were included with our stay and varied between a fixed menu and a buffet depending on how many guests were there. We ate every meal there and frequented the bar as well. The Lodge is too far away from any other options. The food was excellent! We were surprised how reasonable the prices were for both bar and restaurant. The staff were fantastic! Stephanie helped us with our many questions and put us on the right path for an excellent hike on the property. Randal was our guide for a night walk on the property with the best experience we've ever had with red-eyed tree frogs. Randal was also one the guides who accompanied us on our white water rafting trip. It was excellent! They even provided fruit during the experience at a beautiful waterfall. We had a guide in each of the small rafts and they all made even the road trip to the starting point interesting. They kept stopping the truck and picking different types of plants for us to identify...beautiful herbs and medicinal plants. Thank you Rafiki and staff...we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sanford T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
yes and yes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nature 100%, the staff very kind and friendly, food excellent, activities very exciting
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic place. The rafting activity is a must do. Great food. Keep going team!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025