Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.
C6867HAsusanp
Family · August 2026
“August at Gaia Riverlodge”
+We stayed at Gaia Riverlodge in August of 2026. The location is beautiful, with cabanas sitting on a cliff overlooking a river and the 5 sisters waterfall. The lodge sits at the intersection of the mountain pine forest and the rain forest, providing two environments to explore. There is an excellent hike through the rain forest, which the lodge dog Coco decided to take with us. We found a small waterfall area and spotted some interesting birds on this hike. One of us had a massage down by the river and it was excellent. The staff is uniformly cheerful and friendly and they go to the trouble to remember your name. Because we really enjoy birding, they gave us a free 1 hr guided bird walk with the local naturalist. The rooms are not air conditioned but the fan and open screened windows helped with air flow. Downsides were that there really is no biking as the bike ride to the Big Rock Falls is all uphill and when we asked about other trails, they said there were none. We noticed that the deck railings were not well-constructed with vertical cross bars no longer secured to the horizontal bars; there are warning signs about leaning on the railings. We were both under the weather for a
JenInMontreal
Family · August 2026
“Sumptuous”
+This was an amazing experience, everything their website describes. We especially loved the private swimming hole and waterfall at the bottom of the ravine. If you don't feel like walking up or down, you can request the funicular. The staff gave us a very warm, personalized welcome throughout our stay, and even decorated our room for our daughter's birthday! They also provided me with gift wrapping paper. The rolling grounds are lush and beautiful, and you can pick vegetables and gather eggs for your breakfast at their organic farm. There's a nature trail, but it is not particularly scenic. The room was a study in elegant understatement, with tropical wood finishes and a large, breezy window overlooking the plunging ravine. There was always enough of a breeze that we didn't need the extra fan provided. The restaurant serves top quality farm-to-fork meals. However, and this is my one gripe, the prices are a gouge. If you don't have your own wheels, you're stuck paying for it, as there are no other options within a 20km radius, as far as we could tell. I suppose that if being forced to eat overpriced fancy meals every day for four days is the worst problem we've ever had, we can cons
gsolvie
Family · July 2026
“A Slice of Jungle Paradise - Gaia River Lodge Exceeded Every Expectation”
+I recently stayed at Gaia River Lodge in Mountain Pine Ridge, and it was nothing short of amazing from start to finish. We were greeted with refreshing cool towels and a welcome drink, a perfect touch right from our arrival. The setting alone is worth the trip. The lodge is tucked in the jungle and sits at the edge of a mountain overlooking the Pine Ridge, with natural waterfalls right below on the property. We hiked down to the falls and back up, and I loved that they also have a trolley for anyone who'd rather skip the stairs. Our cabin looked right out over the falls and the edge of the ridge, so it genuinely felt like sleeping in nature. Falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the waterfall was such a beautiful, peaceful experience. The rooms were spotless and thoughtfully done, right down to the creative art laid out on the bed when we arrived- such a sweet welcome touch. Service across the board was excellent. Every staff member made us feel genuinely welcome, and the bartenders and servers like Javier were attentive without ever being intrusive. And the food- every single meal was delicious. We had tacos for lunch, and they were even able to serve them at the river belo
Samantha
United States · Couple · July 2026
“Beautiful resort with incredible service, delicious food and excellent tour guides.”
+Beautiful location, helpful supportive staff, knowledgeable tour guides, incredible food
Romane
New Zealand · Couple · July 2026
“A once in a lifetime experience”
+The staff at Gaia are what truly make this place so special. Every single person we met was genuinely dedicated to making our stay the best experience possible. From thoughtful recommendations for activities to the little personal touches throughout our stay, their hospitality was exceptional. The rooms are beautiful, comfortable, and blend perfectly with the natural surroundings. But the real highlight is the river and waterfalls right on the property. Having such a stunning natural setting just steps away made our stay unforgettable. Gaia is one of those places where both the location and the people come together to create a truly memorable experience.
−Keep in mind that while there are fans, there are no air conditioning units inside the rooms. Which can be a turn off. Also no fridge in the rooms, which is not very practical when you have medicines you need to keep cool, and nearby.
Jessica
United States · Couple · July 2026
“Wonderful place to stay”
+The property was beautiful, and the people were super friendly. We loved our stay at Gaia.
−Loved it all! Everyone was helpful. The tours were great and the massage was wonderful.
AtlantaMD
Couple · June 2026
“An outstanding and unique resort with a waterfall !”
+Exceptiona resort with outstanding service. Very exclusive. They have a waterfall on the hotel property. The rooms are outstanding. The only limitation was limited dining menu. I would sttrongly recommend this property for couples or families.
Samantha
United States · Couple · June 2026
“Once in a lifetime unique stay”
+Gorgeous location and wonderful attentive staff. The private waterfall was amazing and spa was great.
−Being in the rainforest, expect bugs and no AC! Limited food options if you have allergies.
trishad523
Couple · May 2026
“Incredible Staff, Stunning Nature, and Food Worth Traveling For”
+We had an incredible stay at Gaia Riverlodge. The property is serene, beautiful, and feels completely immersed in nature. The waterfall below the lodge essentially becomes the swimming area, which makes the entire experience feel far more unique and natural than a traditional resort pool. The rooms were very spacious and comfortable. There’s no AC, which initially made us a little nervous, but with the rainforest climate it cooled off nicely at night and was very manageable during the day. The bathrooms were on the smaller side, but still functional and clean. What truly stood out was the staff. They asked our names once and somehow remembered them the entire stay, greeting us by first name every time we crossed paths. Honestly, I can barely remember names five minutes later, so I was impressed. But the absolute best part of this place is the FOOD. It was genuinely top notch. This is true farm-to-table dining. As you enter the resort, you pass the gardens and chicken coop, and somehow everything that comes out of the kitchen tastes incredibly fresh and full of flavor. Every single meal we had was delicious, and I honestly couldn’t believe how good some of the dishes were considerin
APMorgs
United Kingdom · Solo · May 2026
“Fabulous Lodge in Amazing Setting”
+Fantastic decor throughout the hotel, well laid out with great grounds. The food is excellent and the bar makes great cocktails. The room is very comfortable. The 'beach' area.by the river is extrememly well done, the staff are all very friendly and efficient.
−Be careful booking the river view rooms if you are a light sleeper - the waterfall is noisy!