Selva Verde Lodge
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US$138
/ night
About this property
You can experience a safari, and enjoy an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
You can experience a safari, and enjoy an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Selva Verde serving guests of Selva Verde Lodge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 47 air-conditioned guestrooms. Your bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with sofa beds. Rooms have private balconies. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Location
Located in Puerto Viejo, Selva Verde Lodge is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Costa Rica Best Chocolate and 6 minutes from San Agustin Church. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Tirimbina Rainforest Center.
What's nearby
Costa Rica Best Chocolate(0.6 Miles)
Braulio Carrillo National Park(2.6 Miles)
Tirimbina Rainforest Center(3.4 Miles)
Sarapiquís Gardens(3.4 Miles)
San Agustin Church(4.4 Miles)
La Selva Biological Station(5.1 Miles)
Costa Rica Nature Pavilion(5.6 Miles)
Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori(13.7 Miles)
Frogs Heaven(14.1 Miles)
Laguna Río Cuarto(16 Miles)
Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge(19 Miles)
Aquas Zarcas Square(21.9 Miles)
Aguas Zarcas Church(22 Miles)
Refugio de Vida Silvestre Bosque Alegre(22 Miles)
Laguna del Hule(22.2 Miles)
The preferred airport for Selva Verde Lodge is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)(48.4 Miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Valet parking
Tour desk
Location
500 metros oeste de la escuela de Chilamate de Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo, Cantón Sarapiquí, Costa Rica
Costa Rica Best Chocolate (0.6 Miles)
Braulio Carrillo National Park (2.6 Miles)
Tirimbina Rainforest Center (3.4 Miles)
Sarapiquís Gardens (3.4 Miles)
San Agustin Church (4.4 Miles)
La Selva Biological Station (5.1 Miles)
Room options
5
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Sarapiqui Room)
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
323 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningSofa BedPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of Selva Verde Lodge
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 187 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
48%
Family
27%
Group
16%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Selva Verde Lodge stands out for a riverside setting rich in wildlife and birdwatching, guided walks on private trails, friendly service, and spacious rooms with balconies or hammocks, plus covered walkways that make moving between areas easy in wet weather.
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What guests think
Selva Verde Lodge stands out for a riverside setting rich in wildlife and birdwatching, guided walks on private trails, friendly service, and spacious rooms with balconies or hammocks, plus covered walkways that make moving between areas easy in wet weather.
Breakfast is widely enjoyed, often while watching birds at the feeders, and the pool and on-site Italian restaurant add to the appeal. Some guests note limited breakfast variety (including for vegetarians), early or restricted restaurant hours, occasional venue closures, and higher prices. A few also mention traffic noise from the nearby highway and that a handful of rooms feel a bit dated or show deferred maintenance. Expect a comfortable eco lodge geared to birders and nature lovers.
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Facilities
The grounds feature private forest access with trails and arranged guided bird and nature walks, plus covered walkways for rainy days. A popular pool and bird-feeding stations by the restaurant enhance time on site.
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10
Jackie
3 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
2 nights as part of tour but loved it so much we came back following week for another 2 nights , as a wheelchair user it was designed brilliantly the covered concrete walkways level access restaurant, so much wildlife within the hotel grounds no need to leave , so many amazing birds , to sit and have breakfast and watch the bird feeding station , a lovely idea which we really enjoyed . The rooms are a little dated but spacious and comfortable. My partner did a walk with Randy and really enjoyed it . All the staff are so helpful we definitely return thanks so much .
2 nights as part of tour but loved it so much we came back following week for another 2 nights , as a wheelchair user it was designed brilliantly the covered concrete walkways level access restaurant, so much wildlife within the hotel grounds no need to leave , so many amazing birds , to sit and have breakfast and watch the bird feeding station , a lovely idea which we really enjoyed . The rooms are a little dated but spacious and comfortable. My partner did a walk with Randy and really enjoyed it . All the staff are so helpful we definitely return thanks so much .
10
Garth
6 Aug 2023
·
The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.
The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.
10
Carol
31 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
10
Paul
3 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 4 nights
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
10
Janet
17 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful eco resort by the river. We went to sleep listening to the river and saw a great many bird watchers and photographers on the site. Two very different restaurants and a nice pool. The howler monkeys put on a great show by the pool.
Beautiful eco resort by the river. We went to sleep listening to the river and saw a great many bird watchers and photographers on the site. Two very different restaurants and a nice pool. The howler monkeys put on a great show by the pool.
10
Marjorie
18 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
We like the room very much and the pool was lovely. The front desk staff was very helpful in arranging great activities. We did not enjoy the sounds and smells from the construction. We also would have like more self-guided walks.
We like the room very much and the pool was lovely. The front desk staff was very helpful in arranging great activities. We did not enjoy the sounds and smells from the construction. We also would have like more self-guided walks.
10
Philippe
25 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
10
Govind
5 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
10
Timothy
25 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
10
David
25 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and grounds are generally very clean and well maintained. Some guests mention dated elements or signs of deferred maintenance.
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Paul
31 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
10
Jackie
3 Dec 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
2 nights as part of tour but loved it so much we came back following week for another 2 nights , as a wheelchair user it was designed brilliantly the covered concrete walkways level access restaurant, so much wildlife within the hotel grounds no need to leave , so many amazing birds , to sit and have breakfast and watch the bird feeding station , a lovely idea which we really enjoyed . The rooms are a little dated but spacious and comfortable. My partner did a walk with Randy and really enjoyed it . All the staff are so helpful we definitely return thanks so much .
2 nights as part of tour but loved it so much we came back following week for another 2 nights , as a wheelchair user it was designed brilliantly the covered concrete walkways level access restaurant, so much wildlife within the hotel grounds no need to leave , so many amazing birds , to sit and have breakfast and watch the bird feeding station , a lovely idea which we really enjoyed . The rooms are a little dated but spacious and comfortable. My partner did a walk with Randy and really enjoyed it . All the staff are so helpful we definitely return thanks so much .
10
Carol
31 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
10
Paul
3 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 4 nights
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
10
Maggie
20 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
10
Jose Luis
28 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Magnífico lodge. El enclave es maravilloso, la habitación muy grande, bien equipada y limpísima. Los jardines/bosque del hotel, con río al lado, preciosos. Personal muy amable y atento. El restaurante italiano del hotel, de buena calidad y precios razonables. Muy recomendable.
Magnífico lodge. El enclave es maravilloso, la habitación muy grande, bien equipada y limpísima. Los jardines/bosque del hotel, con río al lado, preciosos. Personal muy amable y atento. El restaurante italiano del hotel, de buena calidad y precios razonables. Muy recomendable.
10
Meredith
15 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
It’s was a beautiful lodge with amazing access to wildlife, especially birds. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. It was lovely
It’s was a beautiful lodge with amazing access to wildlife, especially birds. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. It was lovely
10
Kelley
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing place to stay for seeing birds and wildlife. I’d highly recommend the guided nature walk or guided bird watching. The rooms and grounds are beautifully kept, as well.
Amazing place to stay for seeing birds and wildlife. I’d highly recommend the guided nature walk or guided bird watching. The rooms and grounds are beautifully kept, as well.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, many with balconies or hammocks and forest or river outlooks in cabin-style buildings on raised platforms. Some note dated decor or suboptimal layouts, and a few mention traffic noise from the nearby highway.
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Paul
31 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
6
Jennifer
22 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a beautiful property with very nice staff but it wasn't as expected. It is on a main busy road. We thought we were going to be in the middle of the rainforest. The rooms were very nice and the food was good. Loved watching the birds from the balcony but was hoping for a quieter setting l.
It was a beautiful property with very nice staff but it wasn't as expected. It is on a main busy road. We thought we were going to be in the middle of the rainforest. The rooms were very nice and the food was good. Loved watching the birds from the balcony but was hoping for a quieter setting l.
10
Carol
31 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
10
Paul
3 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 4 nights
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
10
Maggie
20 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
8
John
4 Mar 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Good location shame about the noisy highway being so close Reception staff very helpful and friendly If you are into bird watching this is the place to stay
Good location shame about the noisy highway being so close Reception staff very helpful and friendly If you are into bird watching this is the place to stay
10
Philippe
25 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
10
Govind
5 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
10
Timothy
25 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
10
David
25 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
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Service
Staff are consistently friendly and helpful, with the front desk and guides praised for arranging activities and walks.
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10
Ligia
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good service
Good service
10
mengling
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It’s in the jungle close to a rafting venue. Comfortable room and bed with a/c and just right amount of comforter/blanket. Friendly and helpful front desk.
It’s in the jungle close to a rafting venue. Comfortable room and bed with a/c and just right amount of comforter/blanket. Friendly and helpful front desk.
10
Carol
31 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
10
Michael
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Das Zimmer Nr. 53 war super. Die Anlage schön. Das Personal äusserst freundlich und hilfsbereit. Nur das Frühstücksbuffet ist wenig vielfältig.
Das Zimmer Nr. 53 war super. Die Anlage schön. Das Personal äusserst freundlich und hilfsbereit. Nur das Frühstücksbuffet ist wenig vielfältig.
10
Marjorie
18 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
We like the room very much and the pool was lovely. The front desk staff was very helpful in arranging great activities. We did not enjoy the sounds and smells from the construction. We also would have like more self-guided walks.
We like the room very much and the pool was lovely. The front desk staff was very helpful in arranging great activities. We did not enjoy the sounds and smells from the construction. We also would have like more self-guided walks.
10
Deborah
13 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful property and rooms great staff, especially Juana! Didn’t want to leave!
Beautiful property and rooms great staff, especially Juana! Didn’t want to leave!
10
Maggie
20 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
10
Jose Luis
28 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Magnífico lodge. El enclave es maravilloso, la habitación muy grande, bien equipada y limpísima. Los jardines/bosque del hotel, con río al lado, preciosos. Personal muy amable y atento. El restaurante italiano del hotel, de buena calidad y precios razonables. Muy recomendable.
Magnífico lodge. El enclave es maravilloso, la habitación muy grande, bien equipada y limpísima. Los jardines/bosque del hotel, con río al lado, preciosos. Personal muy amable y atento. El restaurante italiano del hotel, de buena calidad y precios razonables. Muy recomendable.
10
Govind
5 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
10
Meredith
15 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
It’s was a beautiful lodge with amazing access to wildlife, especially birds. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. It was lovely
It’s was a beautiful lodge with amazing access to wildlife, especially birds. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. It was lovely
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Location
Set by the Sarapiqui River within lush grounds rich in wildlife, it offers easy access to birding and nature activities. It is conveniently off a major highway, though some report traffic noise and a less-secluded feel.
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Jennifer
22 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
It was a beautiful property with very nice staff but it wasn't as expected. It is on a main busy road. We thought we were going to be in the middle of the rainforest. The rooms were very nice and the food was good. Loved watching the birds from the balcony but was hoping for a quieter setting l.
It was a beautiful property with very nice staff but it wasn't as expected. It is on a main busy road. We thought we were going to be in the middle of the rainforest. The rooms were very nice and the food was good. Loved watching the birds from the balcony but was hoping for a quieter setting l.
10
mengling
4 Sept 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
It’s in the jungle close to a rafting venue. Comfortable room and bed with a/c and just right amount of comforter/blanket. Friendly and helpful front desk.
It’s in the jungle close to a rafting venue. Comfortable room and bed with a/c and just right amount of comforter/blanket. Friendly and helpful front desk.
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Garth
6 Aug 2023
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The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.
The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.
10
Janet
17 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful eco resort by the river. We went to sleep listening to the river and saw a great many bird watchers and photographers on the site. Two very different restaurants and a nice pool. The howler monkeys put on a great show by the pool.
Beautiful eco resort by the river. We went to sleep listening to the river and saw a great many bird watchers and photographers on the site. Two very different restaurants and a nice pool. The howler monkeys put on a great show by the pool.
8
John
4 Mar 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Good location shame about the noisy highway being so close Reception staff very helpful and friendly If you are into bird watching this is the place to stay
Good location shame about the noisy highway being so close Reception staff very helpful and friendly If you are into bird watching this is the place to stay
10
Philippe
25 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
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Govind
5 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
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Timothy
25 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
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David
25 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
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Kelley
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing place to stay for seeing birds and wildlife. I’d highly recommend the guided nature walk or guided bird watching. The rooms and grounds are beautifully kept, as well.
Amazing place to stay for seeing birds and wildlife. I’d highly recommend the guided nature walk or guided bird watching. The rooms and grounds are beautifully kept, as well.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised, often enjoyed while watching birds at the feeders, and many like the on-site Italian restaurant; overall food ranges from OK to very good. Recurrent notes include limited breakfast variety (including vegetarian options), early or restricted hours, occasional venue closures, and higher prices.
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Kishor
18 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Eco conscious hotel. Overall hotel was very nice. Breakfast was limited for vegetarians. Excellent view of the river. Highlight was having breakfast with nature in direct view, such as toucans, deers, iguanas etc having breakfast same time.
Eco conscious hotel. Overall hotel was very nice. Breakfast was limited for vegetarians. Excellent view of the river. Highlight was having breakfast with nature in direct view, such as toucans, deers, iguanas etc having breakfast same time.
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Paul
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
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Ian
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice breakfast especially looking over the bird feeders
Nice breakfast especially looking over the bird feeders
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Garth
6 Aug 2023
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The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.
The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.
10
Carol
31 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
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Philippe
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
Hotel très sympathique, dans un très beau parc avec un pont suspendu . Notre chambre était tout en bas du parc, près de la rivière, ce qui était particulièrement agréable . Grande chambre avec un grand balcon et un hamac. Possibilité de se balader dans des petits chemins dans ce domaine. Petit déjeuner correct, avec vue sur les oiseaux, beaucoup de fruits et des pancakes .
10
Timothy
25 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
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Laurent
2 Mar 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Superbe emplacement dans la jungle, la chambre était très sympa et l'hôtel dans son ensemble a beaucoup de charme. Petit déjeuner très bien. Les horaires pour les restos et le bar sont trop stricts, dommage. Dernière heure pour aller manger 19h, c'est trop tôt pour des européens ! Pas donné certes, mais vraiment agréable !
Superbe emplacement dans la jungle, la chambre était très sympa et l'hôtel dans son ensemble a beaucoup de charme. Petit déjeuner très bien. Les horaires pour les restos et le bar sont trop stricts, dommage. Dernière heure pour aller manger 19h, c'est trop tôt pour des européens ! Pas donné certes, mais vraiment agréable !
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Danny
29 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Un seul restaurant d'ouvert pour la soirée
Un seul restaurant d'ouvert pour la soirée
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Fernando
29 Aug 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
los precios muy caros en los restaurantes pizeria
los precios muy caros en los restaurantes pizeria
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Carol
31 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
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John
4 Mar 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location shame about the noisy highway being so close Reception staff very helpful and friendly If you are into bird watching this is the place to stay
Good location shame about the noisy highway being so close Reception staff very helpful and friendly If you are into bird watching this is the place to stay
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Laurent
2 Mar 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Superbe emplacement dans la jungle, la chambre était très sympa et l'hôtel dans son ensemble a beaucoup de charme. Petit déjeuner très bien. Les horaires pour les restos et le bar sont trop stricts, dommage. Dernière heure pour aller manger 19h, c'est trop tôt pour des européens ! Pas donné certes, mais vraiment agréable !
Superbe emplacement dans la jungle, la chambre était très sympa et l'hôtel dans son ensemble a beaucoup de charme. Petit déjeuner très bien. Les horaires pour les restos et le bar sont trop stricts, dommage. Dernière heure pour aller manger 19h, c'est trop tôt pour des européens ! Pas donné certes, mais vraiment agréable !
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FAQs about Selva Verde Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Valet parking services are also offered.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 9:30 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival to make arrangements.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer by contacting the property in advance.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific features may vary, and guests are encouraged to inquire directly for detailed information.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The lodge is located in Puerto Viejo, approximately 0.9 km from Costa Rica Best Chocolate and 5.5 km from Tirimbina Rainforest Center. It is also about 28.1 miles from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 3.4 miles from San Agustin Church.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Guests can enjoy the pool during operational hours, which are not specified.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified, so guests are encouraged to check directly with the property for specific policies.
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The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- 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
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