I loved the place and the way all your staff kept it clean and tidy. All staff are so friendly and kind. Breakfast was perfect. The beds were super comfortable and clean. The aircon worked well and quietly. I would definitely return should I come back and I would recommend this to everyone. Lovely hotel/lodges and staff

Dinner is the only thing that lets them down as the service is fairly poor. I was given the napkin as I finished my meal. My drink was forgotten and the receptionist noticed and brought my drink to me. Such a shame as everything else was amazing. I did have laundry done and sadly my white were not white when they came back and it costs a fair bit to clean them. But I did get everything back so it was a good service.

The staff was very friendly and always ready to help. The room was perfect. We booked a tepee in a small hotel spot with a pool surrounded for an impressive vegetation. Close to the hotel you will find different restaurants and a small beach 200 m from the hotel (please take care, very dangerous rip currents). Public transport available to visit Manzanillo, Pints UVA , Cocles or Puerto Viejo. Tasty breakfast.

Well we observed some strange situation with one of the staff members and his behaviour with the wild animals. He was carrying a baby sloth inside the hotel facilities.

I am wondering that people book a Jungle Lodge and then complain about the Jungle noises. We really iked our stay there, in the middle of all the green. We had the newest room I think, with glass windows, air condition, safe, fridge. Nice equipment. Very good beds. The bath was nicely made, partly open to the jungle, unfortunately the shower was constructed that it floated the bath when used. The breakfast as absolutely adequate for a 3 star hotel., besides ham and cheese would be fine. There is also one room that is accessible for wheel chairs. Visit the Jaguar rescue center when there, it is just 1,5 km apart. Nice coffee and pizzeria close by, Gipsy and LA Leyenda. Supermarked approx. 800 m apart.

Nothing, besides the floated bath. 😉 They should ook into this

I wasn't sure what to expect staying here as I had seen a few mixed reviews, and I tend to be quite picky about certain details of a place (I travel a lot). But I had a wonderful stay and would love to come back (I stayed a week). From the moment I arrived, I felt relaxed, welcome and at home here. The design of the lodge is absolutely lovely, with a big soaring restaurant area built in the traditional style from bamboo and grasses, plenty of places to chill out, a pool and beautiful jungle with the most incredible 70ft tree I've ever seen. I stayed in the "little cabin" - the cheapest room, perfect for two friends or a single person - which is right by the main complex. I was not disturbed by any noise -- other than the amazing natural sounds of the jungle which is weird and wonderful to fall asleep and wake up to. Some friends of mine were staying next door in the (more expensive) La Kukula and let me tell you, if you're considering both, this is by far the nicer option! Here at Shawahanda, the cabins have more privacy and are just cuter, and the common areas are way nicer in terms of design and ambience. The reception staff were a total delight, so welcoming and helpful. I thought breakfast was totally fine, I loved having fresh fruit every morning followed by pancakes and scrambled eggs. Perfect and healthy and not over-the-top or wasteful. A deeply relaxing place that's not fancy but is very cute and comfortable -- and has been around a long time, known and loved by Puerto Viejo locals. Thank you!

Being in the jungle, they do have a problem with flies at breakfast, but I'm not sure what can be done about this. I do wish they would find a different way to tidy the area without using a leaf blower - it was sometimes noisy during the day and filled the air with the smell of petrol, disturbing the wildlife and the guests. It wasn't befitting of an eco-lodge and I'd love to see the garderners use a different method to clean up leaves. Prepare for the humidity - again a natural part of being in the jungle, and sleeping in cabins that are built in costa rican style with just screens for windows. You just have to get used to everything being slightly damp. I was prepared so I didn't mind, but good to know going in! It's the same everywhere in this part of the world.

This lodge is gorgeous!! Makes you feel like you are with Tarzan and Jane right in the middle of the jungle. Great location just a few minutes walk from a lovely piece of beach, close to walking from restaurants and just a few minutes walk drive to Puerto Viejo and the Jaguar Sanctuary.

The midges!! You definitely need insect repellent for sitting the beautiful deck of your personal cottage!

The jungle setting is fabulous and just a short hop across the road to the beach. The star of the place by a long way is Gabi on reception who was outstanding in her service and friendliness. She was often rushed off her feet and I think her team mates could help her more.

There were too many team members who didn’t seem to care or smile and many team members on their phones. In particular in the evening the restaurant service was miserable.

The bathroom was the star, maybe the best bathroom il ever have, open to the jungle. The rooms were very nice, stylish and comfortable. The grounds were also very nice as were the people who kept them, it was also exciting looking for wildlife.

The breakfast wasn’t good. We were advised about the flies but just saying they would be all over the food is one thing, letting it happen and making half the food unable is another. My thoughts are they serve breakfast to the rooms until this is sorted, give a checklist the night before, it would also produce less waste.

It truly feels like we're living in the jungle, the pool and the villa are beautiful, even better than in the pictures. As we pulled into the parking lot, we were greeted by the howling of monkeys and a sloth hanging above us in a tree. If someone wants to be directly in nature but still in comfort, then this is an excellent place.

Unfortunately, the breakfast is quite bad, but that doesn't detract from the overall quality of the place.

Price and the nature setting Rooms were spacious even with 4 people. Bathrooms were clean. Breakfast was filling. We fully enjoy the 1 night and wished we had extended our stay. We stayed 1 night only and rooms were sold out. We even had a refreshing welcome drink. We were awoken by howling monkey at 430 am. So if you are not into nature then this is not the place for you

So many fruit flies that you cant get the fruits from the platter. Beach was a short walk but it was quite rough. Punta uva is way better

The hotel is beautiful and the bungalows are super spacious and clean, located in the middle of flowers and trees where you can only hear the animals including the howler monkey in the morning. The staff is very attentive and friendly. The pool and "garden"/jungle area is very beautiful and peaceful. To go to the beach, just leave the hotel and follow a small trail.

Breakfast could have had more variety of fruit, but it was quite nice. Restaurant prices are a little high.