Lagunillas is home to Tarcoles Birding Lodge. Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park and Caldera Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carara National Park and Playa Agujas. Don't miss out on a visit to Hacienda las Agujas. Visit our Lagunillas travel guide
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Tarcoles Birding Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Tarcoles Birding Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:30 AM.
Where is Tarcoles Birding Lodge located?
Situated in Lagunillas, this chalet is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Jardín Pura Vida and within 12 mi (20 km) of Carara National Park and Hacienda las Agujas. Playa Agujas and Mantas Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Tarcoles Birding Lodge Reviews
9.4
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Stacey
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was big and clean. Staff was excellent. Was so peaceful we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jordan
Jan 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, friendly proprietor and staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jens
Aug 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A nice place for one night. No internet/wifi in the room. Very nice area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
James E
Mar 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Federico was the perfect host. The accommodations was very nice and clean and spa like.The surrounding area was amazing. Breakfast and dinner was available and was very good. Staff were nice and very helpful. Close to Tarcoles Bridge and Carrara National Park. Great opportunity to see birds and monkeys.I would highly recommend. Also the host went above and beyond to assist. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Xenofon
Feb 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Enjoy a beautiful sunset in this local gem
This is a place to spend a few nights on your way to further South of Costa Rica as we did. The location is stunning up on a hill overlooking the Pacific and enjoying a majestic sunset. The owner and staff very friendly and approachable, and the food home cooked, local and delicious. I believe this place is fairly new, and is evolving but has a great potential to become very special. We loved our room, and yes the construction especially of doors and windows could be better but this is a problem in many places in Costa Rica anyway
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Andre
Feb 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
New and clean rooms
Nice pool
Good A/C
Rooms are very basic
No fridge
No cupboard
No hairdryer
Only one chair
No table
No TV
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kurk
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Wonderful birding site
The birding on the property was great, especially walking the road away from the highway (Scarlet Macaws and Howler Monkeys when we arrived!). The tower provided wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Abram was a great host who prepared delicious meals for breakfast and dinner. I found the mattresses to be a bit too firm, but our kids slept like rocks. There were a couple of minor maintenance issues, like a bathroom door that didn't fully close. But all in all I would stay there again happily!
This place is a gem! The view up in the mountains, overlooking the sea. A birder’s paradise. The value is incredible. My kids wept when we left. Loved our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Laure
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Joli séjour dans la jungle
Le lieu est au calme dans la jungle où on peut voir des oiseaux. Nous avons vu des aras dans l’arbre en face de notre chambre et des singes.
C’était magique.
Propreté ok.
Le personnel est agréable et souriant.
Je recommande