La Carolina Lodge

My family and I stayed at La Carolina Lodge the first week of January and our experience there felt magical. From the home cooked meals made by the amazing kitchen staff to the ground staff who came by to start our patio fire place and hot tub every night, it felt like the world truly slowed down and La Carolina Lodge was there to make sure we enjoyed every minute of it. We really enjoyed eating breakfast and watching the many different types of birds that came by. My son loved swimming in the river, fishing on their deck, following their dog Ruby, and visiting the ranch animals in the morning. They set up a night hike for us and even had the kitchen staff wait for us to make sure we had dinner when we got back! I hope to come back here next year with more family. Thank you so much for such an amazing experience.

The whole set up is really beautiful. Everything is beautifully maintained and the staff go out of their way to help with everything. |The setting is wonderful. It was idyllic sitting at breakfast watching toucans and other birds come down to feed at bird tables 10 metres away. |It is incredibly peaceful with it being black dark at night. Take a torch to get to and from your lodge to the communal eating area |I strongly recommend a visit to the hidden woods with a guide. |A truly memorable place |Food was varied and delicious. You will not starve

My mom and I came for a last minute 2 night stay recently and it ended up being my favourite part of the trip. Everything was fantastic, the food was incredible and the chefs were able to accommodate a gluten-free vegan! We road horses, got a tour of the farm and milked cows, all lead by Alejandro. The wood fired hot tub by the river was such a unique experience. We got to meet the owner and he was so wonderful, as was everyone who worked there. We had an absolutely amazing time and it was the perfect way to end my trip in Costa Rica! Thank you from Kelly and Asha

This place was incredibly unique. Amazing staff, exceptional food! 5 Star service and a private hot tub. We definitely will be coming back! We traveled here with our two-year-old and seven-year-old and it was a children’s dream! Milking cows, riding horses, swimming in the river, looking for frogs at night and swimming in a fire heated hot tub!

There is no better place to go and unwind than La Carolina. From the moment you drive up the path, everything slows down, the peace engulfs you. The food is amazing hot, fresh, farm fresh, so relaxing the days! Sitting by the fire, reading, games, napping, the fire stoked hot tub is the best, the sounds of the river and birds...just cannot say enough good things about this place! The owners are the BEST! Created such a wonderful getaway. Do yourself a favor...go and stay here!!

The Lodge Carolina is truly fantastic! It offers direct access to the river, which is perfect for peaceful walks and enjoying nature. The place is incredibly authentic, surrounded by lush jungle and wildlife—including cows and horses at a nearby ranch. There are plenty of well-marked hiking trails, making it easy to explore the beautiful surroundings. The staff is absolutely adorable and attentive, ensuring a very pleasant stay. The rooms are simple yet very comfortable, allowing you to feel fully connected to nature right from the moment you arrive. On top of that, the prices are extremely reasonable, and the quality of the products and services is excellent. We highly recommend Lodge Carolina for anyone looking for a genuine and peaceful nature getaway!

The most magical place in the world! We had multiple local Costa Rican friends tell us we HAD to make a stop at La Carolina Lodge during our trip. Originally we didn't think we could fit it in, but we decided last minute to figure it out so we could spend one night there and it ended up being the absolute highlight of our 11 day adventure. We stayed in the Toucan cabin and loved the private hot tub, river water, hammock, and wood burning fire they light for you each night. My kids are very young but we still had a fantastic time enjoying the premises, especially experiencing the animals (horses, chickens, pigs, and cows). The food was spectacular (my chef husband was so impressed) and the value is huge for all that you get included. We cannot wait to return here again and spend more time soaking it all in.

I went here for my wedding anniversary. My husband and I stayed in the private cabin outside the gate... it was magical! They are really on top of things in the dining room. The hot jacuzzi was fabulous and the cold river right next to can't be beat! Gorgeous surroundings too... can't wait to go back!