230 reviews
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$300500 metros oeste de la escuela de Chilamate de Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Sarapiqui, 00010, Costa Rica
230 reviews
1/30
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Bar
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Welcome to Selva Verde Lodge, a charming 3-star retreat nestled just 4.2mi from the lively heart of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui in Costa Rica. This cozy haven offers a perfect escape into nature, conveniently located 500 meters west of the Chilamate de Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui school. With 230 cheerful reviews, guests consistently praise the warm hospitality and the inviting atmosphere that makes every stay memorable.
Start your day with a splash in the outdoor swimming pool, or relax on the sun loungers with a scenic garden view. The lodge boasts a lively bar and a delightful on-site restaurant, perfect for unwinding after exciting excursions like horseback riding or exploring the lush surroundings. Families will appreciate the kids' pool and non-smoking rooms, while everyone benefits from free Wi-Fi, private parking, and an array of amenities designed to enhance comfort and convenience.
Looking to explore the area? The hotel offers a shuttle service and tour desk to help you discover hidden gems at your own pace. Whether you're here for adventure or relaxation, Selva Verde Lodge combines affordability — with rates starting from a minimum price not specified — with a friendly atmosphere that invites guests to kick back and truly enjoy Costa Rica’s natural splendor.
After a refreshing dip in the outdoor pools, guests can indulge in the authentic local flavors served at Los Tucanes restaurant. The restaurant invites you to savor delicious Costa Rican cuisine in a friendly and vibrant setting, perfect for sharing a meal with family or friends. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast before heading out on an adventure or a relaxing dinner after a day exploring the lush surroundings, the on-site dining option makes it easy to enjoy local specialties without leaving the lodge.
For those who love to make the most of their trip, Selva Verde Lodge offers a helpful tour desk and shuttle service. These amenities are designed to streamline your exploration of Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui and its stunning natural wonders. Whether you want to visit nearby attractions or simply arrange for a scenic tour, the friendly staff is ready to assist in planning memorable excursions that suit your interests and schedule.
And when the day winds down, you’ll find the lodge’s lively bar a perfect spot to unwind with a cold drink in hand. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, combined with the possibility of paying with Visa, Mastercard, or American Express, ensures your evenings are just as enjoyable as your days. Whether you’re sharing stories of your adventures or simply relaxing under the Costa Rican stars, Selva Verde Lodge offers everything you need for a fun and memorable stay.
Closest airports
Juan Santamaría International Airport
33miTobías Bolaños International Airport
34.5miLa Fortuna Arenal Airport
34.6miTortuguero Airport
38.6miRestaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Bar
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Free toiletries
Balcony
Garden
View
8.8
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Featured reviews:
Matt
8.2
July 2024
Superb location. Wooden walkways overlooked stunning scenery. Good bfast and bird viewing area. Tree frogs near bfast area! The self guided walk in the rainforest on north side of the road was excellent ( saw frogs/ snakes/ monkeys etc). Massive rooms. Clean bathrooms. Lovely pool.
The 2 hr organised walk in the rainforest could have been so much better. Guide not very enthusiastic and walked at a snails pace. Did not enjoy having to listen to a chain saw walking along the route. Not cheap, but it is a superb setting.
Jeremy
9.1
January 2024
Our room was spacious and comfortable with chairs outside on a private verandah. Parking was managed and secure. The buffet meals were excellent and included soft drinks, a bonus given the price of everything in tourist Costa Rica. The resort itself is beautifully kept with covered walkways between the rooms, super pool and dining area. The rooms are set in groups of four in secondary forest with a self guided trail. The river is nearby with private primary forest on the other side. Fruit is put out in the morning for the local bird life, the number and variety of wonderfully couloured tropical birds is worth a stay in itself
The hotel is very close to the noisy main road which of course is not their fault. We took a tour of the forest with hotel staff, this was disappointing, a river boat ride down the Sarapiqui nearby was superb, not to be missed
David
9.1
January 2025
This was a friendly and comfortable place to stay. We were lucky and had a room facing the river which gave us a splendid view. The visitors are mainly bird watchers and nature lovers and there are many opportunities for wild life watching. The howler monkeys visited while we were there and we had great views of them.
The food in the restaurants was disappointing and did not come up to the standard of the rest of the facilities.
Nic
8.2
December 2023
Impressive complex with spacious rooms and great shower facilities, with great location close to river and forest. As a single traveller who usually stays in smaller cosier places, I found the La Selva to be unsurprisingly aimed at wealthier international couples and families and thus didn't find it that friendly, but that's perhaps inevitable and not a disrespect to La Selva.
Morning tour with guide was a little disappointing, as whilst very pleasant, our guide confessed that he wasn't the Jost experienced guide and another group saw more with a more experienced guide. Also heard of a very bad night tour with a stand in and disinterested guide. Worth checking who is guiding and their experience at booking.
Susan
9.1
July 2023
The property is set amongst a huge area of tropical rainforest. The rooms are in groups of 4 with a generous decking overlooking the gardens. They are beautifully designed and have fly wires enabling us to have windows open at night. Because of the gardens and jungle we saw many birds, even howler monkeys coming along the bridge to access a tree. The restaurant overlooks a nice patch of forest, fruit is provided so saw many birds there. The restaurant serves good, tasty food.
Presently construction is going on building 8 new rooms. As we were quite near it tended to be noisy and dusty.
Daniel
9.1
June 2024
It's exactly what I expected and we really enjoyed our stay. The staff and management was very nice and even though we mostly were just relaxing before our trip home we still saw animals since you can't miss them when you're smack in the middle of such an amazing location.
I struggled with the food. My daughter was perfectly happy. We split the difference since there's some really great Sodas nearby.
Sally
10
January 2025
Breakfast options a bit limited if you don't like rice and beans. The feeding station by the dining room is a genius idea. We saw so many varieties of birds.
Ww booked a night tour and we're told we would go over the bridge, but unfortunately that wasn't the case. That was my only disappointment. I would have booked a day tour had I known that.Magucal
Heidi
9.1
January 2025
Beautiful rooms on stilts very close to the river , abundance of wildlife and the most birds I have seen in my life. Easy to organize tours, we loved the unique nighttime one. Very clean. We went with our two children who also enjoyed the pool.
Some part across road appears to be abandoned though staff said hiking trail still accessible
Ann
10
March 2025
Most things are made in beautiful wood. . Stunning garden area, has even red eyed frogs just outside of the dining area. They have also man6 birds and some other animals in the area. We made the chocolate and pineapple tours which were really interesting. Also the Nighttours was quite interesting.
Dean
10
May 2025
Everything! The wildlife was amazing even just walking from our room to dinner! The staff were lovely. Breakfast was great and the evening meals at the pizzeria were great too. The only accommodation of our whole trip where we were provided with a cot.
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Attractions
Sarapiqui Canopy
4.5miSarapiqui River (Rio Sarapiquí)
7miCinco Ceibas Rainforest Reserve and Adventure Park
9.5miLa Paz Waterfall Gardens
18.2miPoas Volcano National Park
20.9miDoka Estate
26.3miOrosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi)
28.7miAttractions
Sarapiqui Canopy
4.5miSarapiqui River (Rio Sarapiquí)
7miCinco Ceibas Rainforest Reserve and Adventure Park
9.5miLa Paz Waterfall Gardens
18.2miPoas Volcano National Park
20.9miDoka Estate
26.3miOrosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi)
28.7miAirports
Juan Santamaría International Airport
33miTobías Bolaños International Airport
34.5miLa Fortuna Arenal Airport
34.6miTortuguero Airport
38.6miLos Tucanes
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Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Bar
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Free toiletries
Balcony
Garden
View
Accessibility
Auditory guidance
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Canoeing
Cooking class
Hiking
Horseback riding
Tour or class about local culture
Walking tours
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Entertainment & Family Services
Indoor play area
Strollers
Food & Drink
Bar
Coffee house on site
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Living Area
Desk
Sofa
Outdoors
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kids' pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
View
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0+ years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
Visa,
Mastercard,
American Express,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
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