Macaw Lodge

9.5Excellent20 reviewsSee rooms

Guest house

Facilities at a glance

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
Breakfast
Terrace

About this place

Scenic Surroundings Enjoy panoramic views from the terrace and garden. Dining and Drinking Savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Convenient Amenities Benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, a computer station, tour assistance, and laundry facilities. To immerse yourself in nature at Macaw Lodge and explore nearby attractions, book your stay now!

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4 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Standard Room 30 m²2 × Double bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Family Bungalow 50 m²2 × Queen bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Bungalow (Natural) 50 m²2 × Double bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Bungalow 50 m²Double bed, Twin beds	Sleeps 3	Show prices

What this place offers

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Transport

Airport shuttle

Food & drink

Breakfast

Outdoor

Garden
Terrace

Location

Address
Cerros de Turrubares, Carara, San Jose, Costa Rica
2.7 km from the center of Carara

Questions about this stay

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What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 14:00. Check-out by 12:00.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, this property lists free Wi-Fi.
Is parking available?
Yes, this property lists parking. Check the room offer for any fee.
Can I add breakfast?
Breakfast is available with selected room offers.

Guest reviews

9.520 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 20 reviews.

William
Group of friends · March 2025
10.0
+We loved our stay in this rustic but comfortable lodge located in the Costa Rican wilderness. The staff are lively and the food excellent. Outstanding bird watching as well.
Johannes
February 2025
10.0
+Sehr schöne Lodge in ruhiger Natur. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Christian
October 2024
10.0
+Very relaxing stay. Will recommend.
Phillip & Nicole
January 2024
10.0
+Sehr schöne abgelegene Lodge. Tolle Möglichkeit Aras und viele weitere Tiere zu beobachten. Leckeres Essen.
Volker
December 2023
6.0
+Der Bungalow war zweckmäßig eingerichtet. Wir hatten zusätzlich zum Queenbett noch zwei Einzelbetten. Die Matratzen waren generell nicht sehr bequem. Bei einem Einzelbett war diese extrem durchgelegen. Es war sehr warm, da es nur einen Deckenventilator sowie einen zusätzlichen Standventilator gab. Die Fenster konnten nicht richtig geschlossen werden und es waren auch teilweise die Fliegengitter kaputt. Wir haben keine Tour gebucht. Wir sind zum Wasserfall gewandert. Hier ist uns aufgefallen, dass einige Geländer kaputt waren, welche dringend mal repariert werden müsste. Das Essen war leider nicht so gut. Es hat geschmacklich immer etwas gefehlt und z. B. das Huhn war leider viel zu trocken. Es gab den ganzen Tag über die Möglichkeit Wasser und Kaffee zu trinken, wobei der Kaffee leider ab Mittag bereits lauwarm war. Espresso gab es leider nicht.
Vincent
February 2022
10.0
+lieu fantastitique. Accueil et service impeccable
Jonathan
January 2022
10.0
+There is not much to say over and above What others have said. Stayed with my daughter for 2 nights, and enjoyed bathing in the pools above the waterfall, extensive and safe trails. Be really careful walking around the waterfall as help is a long way off if needed. A 24-hour chorus of wildlife seems to change every few minutes. The chocolate is absolutely fantastic. We slept in and had all of our meals in the lodge. The food was delicious and unique. With each meal was a different kind of freshly made juice. The staff are all very helpful and friendly, and are obviously just as happy to be there. Thank you
Verified traveler
January 2019
10.0
+A beautiful place to get away from the crowds at all the national parks. It’s about an hour up a bumpy dirt road so i definitely recommend a vehicle with 4 wheel drive. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! They grow most of the food on site, and each meal is fresh and delightful. There are hiking trails and beautiful ponds and waterfalls. There are two outdoor yoga decks for self guided meditation. A special thanks to the manager, Fabiola, who went above and beyong to make us feel comfortable! This place is a hidden gem.
Karin
November 2018
10.0
+Superschöner Aufenthaltlt inmitten drr Nstur mit eigenem Trailmund Möglichkeit am Wasserfall zu svhwimmen. Sehr familiär, sehr sauberes und dchönes Zimmer. Zimmer mit Ausblick. Absolut freundliches Personal. Achtung - Im Navi 'Villas Lspas' eingeben, damit man die richti e Strasse erwisvht. Ielmn
eulabeans
March 2018
10.0
“Beautiful ecolodge, good birding”
+After the 50-minute drive from the highway, in 2d gear nearly all the way, I was hopeful that Macaw Lodge would provide everything we needed so that we needn't drive at all while there. This proved true. Staff was welcoming, coming out to meet us and carrying our luggage to our room. They were helpful and generous at every turn; Alvin found us out walking and offered a tour, with tastings, of the fruit orchard and vegetable gardens. The grounds are beautiful, with gardens thoughtfully planted. We purchased the full-board plan, and the food was very good and plentiful. Our room in the lodge was very comfortable, though if we were staying for longer than a couple nights, we'd probably want to rent one of the cabins to have a little more space. Our room offered large screened windows overlooking the ponds below, perfect for a couple of birders wanting to see birds coming to the pond. Birding was good right around the lodge, with a large variety of species coming to a couple of fruiting trees right above the parking lot. NOTE: the Googlemap directions linked to the website send you up Rt. 320 if you are coming from the northwest - this road is significantly rough, potholed, and slow go

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 14:00 · check-out until 12:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

4 room types

Standard Room

Family Bungalow

Bungalow (Natural)

Bungalow

What this place offers

Internet

Parking

Transport

Food & drink

Outdoor

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is Wi-Fi included?

Is parking available?

Can I add breakfast?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews