Ocean Forest Ecolodge

A bittersweet stay in Ocean Forest Eco Lodge

Pros: The room was very nice, big open balcony to nice lush vegetation. location remarkably good. The entire grounds are beautifully gardened and we really enjoyed it.

Cons: We were 3 people. We spent more than 3 weeks in wonderful Costa Rica. Unfortunately, here the food is a major problem, specially since the place is secluded. Breakfasts are quite minimal and not satisfying. Dinner costs 25 dollars per person with no choice at all, you don't know what you're going to get. We had a dinner on our first night which was inedible. Pork with a bone and full of lard, covered with quite hot sauce which later we realized that it was Mexican chocolate mole. We returned our plates full and went to sleep hungry and disappointed. Quite inadequate to a place in such price range and level. We asked if there's anywhere else we can dine nearby, got a negative answer, however when we hiked around, we found the Sunset restaurant about 7 minutes walking where we had wonderful lunch and dinner there to our choice, with excellent atmosphere for less then 75 dollars. We felt deceived. Also since there is no car or vehicle access, we had to pay extra 30 dollars coming and going (total of 60 dollars) on top of the accommodation for carrying our luggage from our drop off point. Also gave a feeling that we are taken advantage of. Bottom line excellent stay because of the location and the place but with some major issues that the place has and should be correcting to stand up to its pretensions.

Paradise on Earth

Pros: This place is a paradise on Earth. Everything was perfect. We saw so many birds and animals right in front of our cabaña. People who work there are fantastic and food is perfect. I can’t recommend this place enough!

Pros: We loved our stay here and all the staff go out of their way to make your stay an enjoyable one.

Cons: It would be lovely to have a wider selection of drinks, especially in the hot temperatures.

Pros: The staff is amazing; loved the food🥰 Heard there was a new chef, he absoluty nailed it.

Cons: I Should have been picked up at the beachfront but no one was there, so I walked on the beach side but that was a little inconvenient and took me more than 45min because I didnt know that was a Path next to the beach. That would have been good to know! The Path is easy to walk!

A hidden paradise

Pros: I should have book more nights… incredible place highly recommended.

Pros: Location, staff, healthy and fresh food, tours, cleanliness, lush garden, beach

Ocean Forest is a gateway to the Corcovado NP, for the adventurous traveller

Pros: The location and setting right on the edge of Corcovado NP was worth the considerable effort of getting here. We enjoyed the very chilled vibe and access to the fantastic beach which offered wonderful sunsets. We also the ocean view from our cabin and wildlife all around us. The staff were very helpful in organising tours and providing information and the tour company they use is excellent. The whole stay including the journey there and back by boat from Sierpe felt like a travel adventure. You WILL get wet on this trip and all the tours, and the walk from the beach drop-off point to the hotel IS 20 minutes along a forest track so be prepared for the adventure

Cons: The accommodation was clean and comfortable but fairly basic for the price. The food provided was simple and tasty but there was no choice and they obviously struggled to accommodate restricted diets. Thankfully there was a pretty good restaurant along the beach. Nevertheless we will treasure our memories of the adventure.

A wonderful place to forget about the rest of the world and focus on the beauty and serenity of it!

Pros: Loved the location, the botanical interest the owner added to the garden, the charm of the place. very friendly staff, nice meals. Rooms are great, lovely terrace.

Cons: Fans in the dining area would help deal with the humid heat, more fresh veggies and fruits. Also the room over our room (higher up in the property) was not very isolated so you could hear steps and conversation.

Absolutely magical!!!

Pros: The location is AMAZING!! It’s so peaceful and beautiful! There’s so much nature and it’s right on the beach. Every day a group of white faced capuchin monkeys would come to the tree just outside our balcony which was magic! We saw many other types of monkey, red macaws and toucans all in the lodge’s ground. The lodge was also able to organise tours where we went snorkelling and saw turtles and a humpback whale as well as a trip into the national park where we saw a tapir. The staff are lovely and the meals are yummy and made with fresh local produce. Your room is also cleaned daily. Overall, a fabulous place! I’d love to visit again!

Cons: Air con would be good in the cabins but I understand as an ecolodge this may not be in keeping with sustainability goals. They each have a very powerful fan which was fine. Also given the fact you’re staying in a cabin in the rainforest, be prepared that the occasional critter might pop up in your room if you leave the light on at night (moths, gecko etc). It’s all part of the jungle experience but if this would scare you then be aware!

We had a blast here! And it’s a beautiful place on a unique location

Pros: The boat trip to san Josecito beach, and the walk to the lodge was a great adventure every time. The location is in a great spot to do the available tours in the area (such as visit Corcovado national park). Gustavo helped us with booking all the tours which was great. The rooms were awesome and gave a real jungle feeling but were still comfortable. We got upgraded to the beach view room free of charge and this view was great. The surrounding feels very remote along a beautiful beach and has a beautiful garden with lots op facilities to relax which was great after done a tour. We got well taken care of during breakfast and dinner. Also, we saw many monkeys, birds, and butterflies at this place.

Cons: After a thunderstorm or heavy rainfall the power went off at times.