Lagarta Lodge is a boutique hotel nestled in the hills with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean on the Nicoya Peninsula. The lodge has a private reserve, and is surrounded by tropical forest. Nearby Nosara town has expansive sandy beaches and wonderful surfing opportunities.

Rooms: There are three categories of accommodation, all offer spacious rooms with ensuite shower room and private balcony with wonderful views of the tropical vegetation or panoramic views. The room is equipped with air-conditioning, small fridge, Wifi. There is no TV in the rooms.

Dining: The Chirriboca Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the Gecko Lounge is open in the evening where you can enjoy a cocktail whilst appreciated the sunset. The restaurant is exclusively for hotel guests.

Onsite: There are two infinity pools, Jacuzzi, yoga platform and spa with 3 treatment rooms. The property maintains its own private 90 acre nature reserve with magnificent mangrove trees. There is an observation tower with 360 degree views of the forest and coastline. Additionally, the hotel offers room service, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a shuttle to Pelada and Guiones Beaches. The shuttle service runs every 2 hours from 6am to 4pm in the afternoon.

Nearby Excursions: The nature reserve at Lagarta Lodge is well worth a visit, we would recommend going with a guide. Boogie boards can be had at the nearby beach ensuring hours of fun in the consistent waves, or take surfing lessons at Guiones Beach.