Tortuga Lodge

We spent two nights here. The boat from Canu Bianco to the hotel was already a great trip. You see lots of animals and the most beautiful scenery. We arrived quite early, so you still have time to do some activities there. |The rooms were beautiful. The meals were all amazing. A great variety of choices and all very tasteful. The staff is super friendly and attentive. |The location is the best. In the garden you see sloths, iguanas, monkeys and lots of other animals and beautiful vegetation. The activities were nice. We had a boat tour with Adrian to the park and he was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a great trip. The night walk was a bit of a disappointment. It was a bit too passive and laid back. The kayaking was a bit passive and laid back as well. My advice would be to ask what guests expect from the activities and then adjust them to what guests want. Some people maybe want a relaxed and passive activity, but I would have loved a more active approach. This way you can giek groups with the same expectations and interests. On our boat trip back to Canu Bianco we had a very enthusiastic younger guide and he had a lot of energy and talked a lot about everything he saw, animals and so on. I think he would be a better guide for my expectations of the activities. |But apart from this a great stay! You must not miss this.

I cannot speak more highly of Tortuga Lodge! It was amazing and a real highlight of our Costa Rica holiday. Perfect from start to finish. The rooms were beautiful, the food delicious and the staff friendly, attentive and charming. We booked the 2 day jungle experience and every tour was excellent. Our guides, JJ and Eric, were knowledgeable and inspiring. Seeing the turtle hatchlings make their way to the ocean was a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you Tortuga Lodge!

The staff are all very courteous and accommodating, with our language barrier sometimes. The rooms are very comfortable with any amenity needed. The food is outstanding! We changed our activities because of us and our abilities and they accommodated us last minute. The staff is well trained, experienced and so pleasant. You will enjoy your stay !

Everything is marvelous! Update after check-out: This lodge is hands down one of the best places I’ve ever stayed in all my years of travel. From the moment I arrived, the staff was friendly and incredibly helpful. The pickup from the small airport was seamless and really eased the anxiety of arriving in a new, unfamiliar place. The pool was a highlight, with a perfect temperature and a unique design that overlooks the water—truly stunning. My room had tasteful, colorful decor and featured some fun outdoor furniture, giving it a lively, tropical vibe. It was also impeccably clean, which can be challenging in a tropical environment, but the staff does an excellent job maintaining it. Another thoughtful touch was the umbrellas provided in each room, a lifesaver in a place where it rains so often. Fun benefit - the sound of howler monkeys in the mornings made the experience quite special. The room was also incredibly quiet, ensuring I had great sleep each night. Getting into town was super easy with the water taxi service. All in all, I had an amazing stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone!

This is one of the loveliest hotels I have ever had the pleasure of staying in. It is quiet and ideal for those who want to be surrounded by peace and wildlife. The food is beautiful and the staff are friendly and make every moment feel special. Everyone was so kind but we would love to mention Luis, Michael, Andy, Gabriela and Martina who were patient and encouraging when we tried out our terrible Spanish on them! |For us, the hotel offered the perfect balance of nature related activity and relaxation. |We are already planning to return!

Just the journey to Tortuguero is exciting, you either need to fly in on a small plane or arrive by boat. We felt very well looked after at every point of our stay, the staff were lovely. Lots of trip options, all worth going on. It rained quite a lot and we were out of turtle season but the wildlife did not disappoint. What a privilege to see it all. The food was excellent and the rooms lovely with a view over the water and in our case, a toucan perched directly outside.

After having a look at the dedicated plant based / vegan menu and reading the reviews I decided to come here from the old town for dinner. Food and service were both amazing. Some of the best vegan food I've had in Costa Rica. If you happen to be in Tortuguero old town get a boat taxi and get over here for dinner. I had the AVOCADO AND PLAINTAIN ROLLS for starters, stir fry bowl for main and finely the COCONUT, GINGER & LEMONGRASS ice-cream for dessert.

The warm hospitality of the staff at Tortuga Lodge made our 3-day stay truly special. From the knowledgeable tour guides to the friendly restaurant staff Michael, Gabriella, Enrique, plus everyone else went above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience in this beautiful Costa Rican gem. The delicious meals at the on-site restaurant were a highlight of our stay--one amazing chef! |Our tour guides, Juan and Manuel, were incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the local wildlife. Thank you to everyone at Tortuga Lodge!