"Playa Cativo Lodge is a wonderful place and the accommodations, food and staff were absolutely perfect. It was nice to be so close to the gulf which was calm, warm, sandy and perfect for swimming.
My only complaint was that the entire front area of the lodge has been landscaped with grass and ornamental plants, many of which are not native. Because of this large open area few birds or animals come near the lodge. Bird watching was disappointing compared to lodges that have left the rainforest...
"We booked this hotel for a quick stay after a long days bus ride. At time of booking a message was sent to management letting them know that our arrival to the hotel would be late as there was a lengthy bus ride and as the expedia app explained late check in was available as per availability whatever that means. The hotel responded a little later that late check in would not be possible and sorry for the inconvenience. Inconvenience? We were only a few hours from our destination at this point...
"Its own little oasis by the beach. Quiet, lovely setting with wooded paths between buildings. Food was great and staff was fabulous. Highly recommend staying here form more than just a night or two "
"Amazing stay! Everything from the views, the rooms, the food, the service, to the activities - all expertly planned and executed. A must stay for your next trip to Costa Rica!"
"There is no way this is 3.5 star and it is very expensive for a small motel room.
Cold water shower (despite it working for a couple of seconds)
Owner has a pack of dogs that bark all the time - they locked them in when I complained but were out barking again at 6am
It says it is inclusive of breakfast but they didn’t provide it and said it was a mistake
So really poor but the little restaurants nearby were great and I probably had the best meal so far, it’s also a great place for spotting...
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Explore the great outdoors at Corcovado National Park Office, a lovely green space in Puerto Jiménez. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa Cacao, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 13 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Playa Cacao?
Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Playa Cacao.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Cacao, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Playa Cacao.
What can I see and do near Playa Cacao?
Explore nature at Casa Orquideas Botanical Garden and Playa San Josecito. You might plan a visit to Golfito Marina or Fortunato Atencio Stadium while you're in the area. Port Captain and Refugio Nacional de Fauna Silvestre Golfito are some sights worth a visit in the area.
