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A wonderful accommodation in a beautiful setting! We loved your hot springs! I highly recommend your accommodation. The welcome was also perfect. Thank you very much for the meal you ordered from us. My husband spent his birthday with you and will not forget it anytime soon!

If I was selfish, I’d say this place is awful, avoid at all costs! But, it is truly one of the most enchanted places I have been to in my many travels around the world. The bio thermal pools are beautiful and immaculate and engulfed in the jungle. The casitas and treehouses are lovely. The hosts are accommodating and kind. The wildlife is abundant. Toucans, Scarlet Macaws, Howler monkeys, oropendulas all seen while bathing in the hot springs. The meals taste like home cooking and are brought to your room. This place is a gem. I highly recommend. One thing to note, it is in a rural area. About 40 minutes from La Fortuna. So having a car will help with mobility.

This place is amazing we really loved it. Great spot for a family to enjoy some time together. Great location in between la Fortuna and some other great attractions. Definitely make this a spot to stay if you are in Costa Rica

This is not just a place to stay, but a lovely experience as well. Bernie and Kathy have taken the area's natural beauty and gently and artistically enhanced it with beautiful stone and wood work. There are many options for hot springs, from cooler to hot and small to large with a few different water slides and such as well. Birds and other wildlife can be seen and their are a couple of trails. Night time in the hot springs was especially magical. The accommodations are high quality. Do plan your food as you wont want to leave once you get there. The dinner and breakfast there were quite good, but you do need to order ahead of time. Highly recommend this place.

We loved staying at Bio Thermales. Having access to the thermal baths at all times was an extraordinary experience. We hope to be able to return.

Excellent host. Jungle setting. Monkeys, toucans and iguanas in trees outside casita. Really nice hot spring pools you can soak in ever evening after your days adventures. Great value.

It was an amazing stay! The place is very stylish and you can enjoy hot pools and beautiful territory inside the jungle! Definitely recommend the place!

Beautiful place. Hot springs are awesome as so many others have said. Management at biothermeles are perfect. Help you with anything you ask. Bought a bunch of unknown vegetables and Joahanne explained what each was and how to cook. Pools are cleaned daily. Joahnne also called the massage for us and She was very good. Really nice people and super great place to stay. Don't hesitate. We stayed for 7 nights. Also Joahnne suggested Frank as a tour guide. If you are new to Costa Rica then he is the man to use. Found and saw so many things we wouldn't have seen without him. Another really nice man and loves his country.

It is exactly like the pictures. Spacious, clean, nice view on the river, big kitchen. Excellent! El Castillo is lovely! And Doris very very helpful

Adorable place, well moved with a beautiful terrace on the river

Perfect location in the heart of El Castillo, highly recommended. Very clean and fab balcony over the river to watch the world go by. Bring some earplugs for the frogs and make sure you’re there at sunset to see the swallows coming home to sleep

The Doris casa is a haven of peace !! Spectacular terrace, impeccable cleanliness, attention to details .. we loved our 3 days and would have taken more !!!

Doris's house is located in a unique location. Right on the edge of the San Juan River, the town is beautiful and the people very welcoming, with plenty to do. Doris's cousin, Brenda, was watching us at all times and the house is very clean and has everything you might need. Would without hesitation recommend !!

It is a beatiful wood house with nice balkony to the river San Juan. I had a great time in El Castillo. And thank you Jesenia for your attention and help.

What a cute little house! Very comfortable to sleep in. The back porch was wonderful especially first thing in the morning. And perfect location. Would definitely stay again if in el Castillo. Doris was very easy to get in touch with and her family was very helpful as well!

Fabulous. The house is fabulous and the hosts sister who dropped by once a day is very nice. No English but not a problem. The balcony over the river is the best part. Cool, refreshing and I stayed their the most. If you've been on the road a long time buy some food/spices before you get to San Carlos so you can cook all your meals. Utensils, fridge, stove etc are all in good working condition. Castillo has very limited grocery stores. The kitchen is excellent, beds clean and comfortable, living room spacious, bathroom clean and modern. You can even do your laundry there in washing bins. If you miss the host upon arrival. Facing the river go to your right past the church by 2 - 3 houses its on your left. Bright blue. 3-5 minute walk. If you want to stay for 2 nights don't, stay for 3-4 its worth it.

It is a very simple but pleasant accommodation, there are different activities that can be done at low cost and enjoy nature, we especially love the amount of birds there is.

I rented this place for a visit from a travel agent, it was definitely an excellent decision for my client, super clean, excellent attention, totally for recommended!

Really a beautiful place. Renato and Tati are incredibly friendly and show how they and the locals live. They offer great tours. The cocoa tour is unique and can only be recommended. This is real ecotourism.

We had a great time, Tatianna is a person who likes to share, discuss. A real pleasure, we learned a lot about the country, the fauna ... Very beautiful stage of our trip !!!

The accommodation at Renato was exactly as expected due to the description. Cano Negro is far from mass tourism and a fantastic place for a great nature experience. The room in Renato's house is simple and frugal. But that's what you expect in Cano Negro. Renato is a very accommodating host who invited us for coffee, gallo pinto and pineapple juice. He is also a great guide and knows all about the place as well as the flora and fauna! We recommend!

A warm and authentic stay in a wonderful place. Simple lodging without much privacy reflects local life in Caño Negro. Renato was a perfect host who knows and loves his place, I learned a lot and immediately felt like I was with friends. "Caño negro experience" is also highly recommended as a tour operator! I would come back immediately!

Renato's home is a typical 'Tico' home having an unlined roof creating a hot environment at certain times of the day. This may not suit everyone. The fan in the bedroom was appreciated. There is a seperate sitting area at the front of the house which is comfortable and allows one to watch birds. Kitchen is clean with a good range of cooking utensils. It is a small intimate home - we only met Renato as Tatiana was away at the time. Renato is extremely welcoming, with an easy outgoing friendly disposition. He is knowledgeable and passionate about the Cano Nego environment and helpful, and gave us free reign of the home. If you want to spend time with an educated knowledgeable environmentalist who speaks fluent English, this is the place for you. As budget conscious nature watchers, this home was excellent.

Renato and Tatiana made us feel very welcome. We felt totally at ease in their home. They are genuine friendly people who are passionate about the environment and wildlife. They took us for a walk through the wetlands. They are amazing at finding and identifying birds and other wildlife. They are very knowledgeable and wetland specialists. This is more than a place to stay. They can offer tours and will make sure you make the most of your stay. The room and house are exactly as described. The bed is comfortable. Their dog is very sweet. They gave us an oatmeal drink when we arrived. Their friends came over and shared their delicious Caribbean chicken dish. They let us taste soursop and made a soursop smoothie. They were enthusiastic and we had many interesting conversations. They speak English well. Highly recommended. Even if you are not staying at their place I recommend contacting them if you are looking for a tour or a guide or you want to go birding. Cano Negro is amazing. Very scenic and one of the best birding areas in the country. We are not birders but loved the roseate spoonbills, jabirus, kingfishers, herons and countless other birds as well as the monkeys and caimans.

This place was from far THE BEST place we’ve had in our 3 1/2 weeks vacation in Costa Rica! It was extremely clean, everything we needed was there, the family is very welcoming and helpful, and the lot is super nice and quiet as well as close to the town of La Fortuna. We would go back there again no doubt. Thanks to Thomas and his family!!

Excellent place, the managers attentive to the needs, very hospitable and with a great vocation of service. A thousand times recommended ...

This is a very nice apartment with a very great host and you can see Tucans directly in front of the apartment! I highly recommend this apartment!!!

This place is fantastic, the host is very nice and attentive to all our doubts. She provided a clean room, safety and fruits for my baby (it was a nice detail). I really recommend Thomas place if you plan to go for a relax time in La Fortuna

We were staying from October 18 to 20, they have great customer service, it's definitely like being at home, the place is very cozy and very central to tourist places, Super recommended would return again having a chance. They have two super friendly and affectionate pets that make a better Baxter and Masorca stand.

We've had an amazing stay with Alexis and his wife. They are great hosts and very hospitable. The house is amazing and they show the tico way of living. The garden is full of butterflies, beautiful birds and if you're lucky you can see tucans or other animals! They give great tips and make great breakfast. It's off the beaten track which makes it so cool! It's definitely worth the extra travel time (only 15 mins extra). If we're going back to Costa Rica, we'll definitely come back!!

Alexis and carmen are very friendly and helpful, their hospitality in this very pleasant place is a real haven of peace .... Alexis is also a guide and can help you ... he knows a lot of things. ... I highly recommend and I will come back with pleasure

Super recommended, Alexis and Carmen treat him to an incredible

Alexis and his wife are great hosts that made my stay a very very pleasant experience. I felt like at home and enjoyed every morning and evening the great panorama and birds from their terrace. Thank you so much for this lovely time

Alexis and Carmen are great very kind and attentive they give you very good indications and they treat you how Family, super recommended !!

Super nice couple and great hospitality. Very clean accommodation nice accommodation. Who does not look for the big hype and party, I can highly recommend the accommodation.

The space is comfortable, Tortuguero is very beautiful and the place is very well located ... the bed a little uncomfortable but enough to spend a beautiful stay

Roxana is friendly and very attentive. The beautiful house, in a very safe, quiet and surrounded by nature.

Excellent place, bigger than I expected. Super safe and excellent communication with Roxana.

Excellent and very safe.

the house or rather the Bay and large and with all the comforts beyond the expectations wi fi excellent, what most impressed us and the tranquility surrounded by nature we have seen birds including the toucans, monkeys. squirrels. The hut is about 30 minutes drive from luck in a private park with an automatic gate with a few houses, the road to Fortuna and convenient and can be reached easily nearby there are butchers supermarkets etc, great place to relax

I had awesome experiences staying at Roxana's cabin. Roxana and her family which live nearby, are amazing and truly nice people. The cabin is rural but a nice central location to Volcano tours, hot springs, zip lining, rafting (at a lesser rate than staying in tourist traps which are much more expensive) even the Rio Celeste (which is a must see) and much more within 30 mins to a couple hours of driving. The cabin itself is comfortable, and right outside the door is the possibility to see some hummingbirds that get nector from flowers on the property, iguanas in the trees outback (other lizards as well) and the occasional howler monkey. The property and area is really safe. The community the cabin is in has a gate you will receive a key to, and you will be staying next to the house of the Tico that guards the area. The neighbors were friendly. There is a wonderful restaurant/bar a minute down the road which I found to be the best food and also a great prices for anywhere in the surrounding area, called the Ferry. There is also 3 markets within minutes and other larger markets with 10-15 mins away. I would truly recommend being one of Roxana's guests and will be a guest there again when I return.

Beautiful big house complete, in a calm environment.

The house was bigger than I expected, surounded of nature and on one side of San Carlos river. It has plenty of space to bring the whole family. The master bedroom and bathroom are huge. I recommend this place for people that want to relax in the country side. Besides, Roxana was very friendly and supportive.

everything was really nice !!!!

We cannot speak highly enough of Esmeralda’s place. Everything is simply amazing... the location, the view, the sounds and sights of the jungle, the peace, the clean, comfortable and lovely space. To top it off, the people make it extra special, they are so, so wonderful. We will never forget our stay and hope we have an opportunity to return!

Esmeralda and Daniel are wonderful persons very welcoming, super view with a tipical breakfast on a extra bonus,will not hesitate to go there again

Simply fantastic! The view is exceptional. The house is clean and perfect for a family (we were 2 adults, 2 children and a baby). The host, Esmeralda, is simply wonderful! Our kids loved it and so did we. Filled with little touches. We would have liked to speak better Spanish to communicate more easily but we understood each other well! Quiet location with animals all around. We would have stayed several more days! Thank you!

An exceptional view, unparalleled service, a warm welcome you will not find better believe me

We traveled all over Costa Rica and this was one of the best places we stayed. For the value we had everything we needed and more. Daniel and Esmeralda were very nice, quick to communicate, and helped us with local tips and even offered breakfast! We greatly appreciated the washing machine too. However you should know that the roof is made from metal, so when it rains it’s quite loud. I wore ear plugs and was not bothered by it, but my boyfriend woke up a few times in the night. However for the spectacular view, serene environment, full kitchen and price, we were more than happy and felt very welcomed.

Esmeraldas is the most magical place in CR. I absolutely love everything about the stay, so much so that I’ve been back again. The views are incredible, the beds are comfortable, the kitchen has all of your cooking essentials. Most of all, Esmeraldas hospitality is truly amazing. She invited us in her home and cooked us the most delicious typical Costa Rica breakfast. There’s no where else near Arenal that I rather stay.

Esmeralda's place is one if a kind and the best airbnb we have stayed in so far. The view of the vulcano is spectacular and actually even from inside the Arenal park you can't get a better view! It's peaceful with a gorgeous terrace and rooms well equipped and full of light. Everything was clean and we felt really comfortable and safe. Esmeralda's hospitality is outstanding and thanks to her invitations over for breakfast to her house close by we got to try some local foods and heard lots of stories, which meant we could learn so much about the culture there! Daniel was super helpful and took us on a little tour telling us about plants and animals which was interesting. The road is unpaved in parts but we didn't have a problem getting there without 4x4 as long as you go slowly. Don't hesitate to book, it's been fantastic staying there!

This place is awesome. Daniel & Esmeralda treat you like family the moment they see you. The place is clean and just as expected. It’s a beautiful view of the volcano. A little hard to find at first but but overall not a problem. Will stay here every time we visit.

This Airbnb is amazing!!! It has stellar views of Arenal, is secluded and quiet but still only a short drive in to La Fortuna. We had a lovely stay here, and I would high recommend this house. Daniel is an excellent host and provided us with wonderful recommendations for things to do in the area.

The pictures do not do the house justice. If you are into woodwork, the home made cabinetry is spectacular.

WOW!! Daniel has a little slice of heaven here!! The view is absolutely breathtaking (the pictures really are what you get!). This is a brand new property with the home built just one year ago! So relaxing and quiet - truly encompasses the “pura vida” way of life. Loved the outdoor set up with the patio and the hammock for relaxing in. The mural on the outside is absolutely beautiful. Perhaps most importantly, it is safe and secure. It is only about a minute up from The Springs Resort and Daniel was able to get us a deal for the 2-day pass (much appreciated!) and I highly recommend checking it out if you’re not planning to already. Daniel himself came over to check on us during the stay to be sure we had everything we needed and to be sure everything was going well (we only stayed one night as it was already booked for the other days and we still received wonderful service!). We hope to come back and will certainly be recommending this property to friends and fellow travelers.

Daniel’s place definitely exceeded my expectations! Amazing views and it was just off the beaten path enough to enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature. Very clean and cozy! Not to mention Daniel was pretty much a saint. Very quick to respond at any point we needed him! Definitely would recommend staying here!

As soon as we pulled up to the house our jaws just dropped. The view of the house with the Volcano Arenal in the background is even more beautiful in person. Inside the house was super clean. Everything you need is in there. The house was perfect. 5 stars!

Daniel was a great host. The cottage we stayed in was prefect. Location was great.

I had the perfect time staying here. Daniel picked me up from the airport, and was more than helpful with connecting me with where to go and how to get there. I LOVED having breakfast with him and his grandmother. They were one of the highlights of my trip. The place was very comfortable and peaceful. It had everything you needed, as well as an amazing view. I also enjoyed walking 5 minutes to the local soda for lunch or a smoothie. I would have liked to stay one more day here. So I guess I will have to come back!

Staying with Daniel was truly one of the best stays we’ve had in Costa Rica! Daniel was always very quick to response and be at your side for help. He gave us a pineapple that he grew on his plantation and took us on a private tour to a super secluded waterfall, AMAZING! Make sure to take the chance to have a truly Costa Rican breakfast with his grandmother. Views from the backyard were amazing, Arenal volcano in plain sight. Would 1000% recommend any of Daniel’s Airbnb’s

Casa Cristina is a very nice and comfortable house, surrounded by nature but close to the city. I felt very comfortable and I am sure I will return.

Casa Cristina is the ideal place to enjoy a good rest has everything you need to enjoy an excellent stay, the location is perfect. The rooms, the views and the small river are the best, I recommend it if you want to rest and enjoy nature. A few minutes away is the Arenal volcano and its attractions.

We really enjoyed the Airbnb, especially the backyard and the beautiful pool. Near downtown by car, and Arenal Volcano National Park.

Excellent location, great deal. Very clean everything, and very good attention .. It is already a recommendation for our friends and family ...

Fantastic place. The garden and the swimming pool are worth the trip. There are so many birds in this garden at all times. We stayed there only 2 days and we saw green parrots, a large iguana and around twenty species of birds. The accommodation is really very good. 3 well appointed and comfortable bedrooms. The road a bit busy but I will definitely come back

Annie and Alex's home is a great place for a family of four or five. There is a great little pool in the backyard for cooling off on a hot day and the house is close to a lot of great activities in the Arenal area plus you get free access to Termo Arenal! Be sure and enjoy Don Olivo's Chocolate Tour just around the corner from the house as well as a great meal at Restaurante Victorino's in El Tanque. Annie and Alex were great hosts and were very quick to respond to any questions we had during our stay. The house is a great value. Pura Vida!

Very beautiful place. It is as described in the announcement, ideal to spend some relaxing days in nature.

Great place to spend your vacation. Comfortable and very close to everything. Very gentle and honest owner. The place is very safe and there is no noise, you sleep and rest in peace. Comfortable rooms and enough space.

The place is perfect for couple or group. Clean and basic necessities in the kitchen. 2 bedroom on second floor with large deck to sit and look at amazing view of Mount Arenal. The free pass to the hot springs is fun. A must do is the Don Olivo chocolate tour that is about 5 minutes walk. Besides eating fruits from the small plantation we saw a huge tree iguana, Tucans, parrots, and a baby sloth. Don Olivo’s son (I forget his name..) very kind and great tour guide. The pool in back of the house is not deep but great to cool down after a long day of sightseeing.

The house is beautiful! Loved the space, especially the pool. Great view of Arenal (on a clear day). They were very communicative and minor issues were solved quickly. Great place to stay that’s not too far from La Fortuna.

The lodging we experienced here was truly delightful and the place was super clean. Our hosts', Elida and Federico, hospitality was superb and we got to experience La Fortuna like one of the locals. We took the boat tour of Cano Negro and had one of our favorite and most memorable life experiences while staying here. It was probably the best guided private tours available in the whole country and a extremely great value. Elida, our guide and host, arranged the whole day which included; a drive through the country side around the infamous Arenal Volcano, an extensive boat ride up river to a protected reserve where we saw rare wetland birds, caymen, monkeys, turtles, iguanas, snakes etc all living in their natural habitats. We also got to fish and enjoy our catch freshly prepared in LuLo's outdoor kitchen. While lunch was being prepared, Brayan our boat operator, gave us a tour of his Cacao farm and explained how to process it as well as harvested fresh coconut and other tropical fruits to sample. We were treated like royalty and everyone involved was enriched through intriguing interactions and exchanges. Spanish language skills are preferable but not required for this experience.

You get what you pay for. You will need a car to stay here. The place served the purpose; we just spend the night here for sleep which was good. And the price was excellent.

Pamela’s mother was super sweet! We checked in earlier and she agreed in letting us settling down. The apartment has a great location (e.g. there are supermarkets and restaurants nearby, not too far from Arenal and the hot springs).

Really nice place with nice people

Thank you Pamela for letting us stay at your loft. The loft looks just like the pictures very clean and modern. The location is convenient and close to la fortuna downtown. Please thank doña Elida for her hospitality and the delicious food she shared with us!

Gillian and Tim’s Sweet Spot is a little garden of paradise tucked in the hills of Costa Rica. Though it is a trip to reach from Liberia, it was easy to navigate with Gillian’s instructions. We felt so welcomed by everyone including the four pups and in talking to locals realized just how lucky we were to be staying on the Rio Celeste! We hope to return to enjoy more peaceful time at the Sweet Spot!

Amazing Hosts! We loved our stay. The name says it all! A little piece of heaven on earth 😎

The house and grounds are lovely. Gillian was gracious host. We only got to stay overnight. Next time, we will book more time to enjoy the house and grounds. The Rio Celeste National Park is nearby and a beautiful sight to hike.

The best AirBnB I have ever stayed in. Such a beautiful location with so many activities to do including hiking, fishing, swimming, playing with the dogs, tiki lounge, ect. Hosts Gillian and Tim are sweethearts and take great car of us and the property. Lots of delicious local restaurants and the neighborhood is so friendly!

Our stay at Gillian's place was lovely - it's such a unique home on a beautiful piece of property with outstanding views and landscaping. We were particularly appreciative of Gillian's hospitality and fantastic communication. We arrived much later than anticipated due to a flight delay and Gillian was so flexible and kind, still meeting us with welcome sangria and a smile. A great lodging option between two major CR attractions (Arenal and Rio Celeste) perfect for nature lovers.

We had a wonderful stay at Gillian's. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. The property is absolutely gorgeous! You will love this place. The highlight of our stay was seeing 3 spider monkeys in the trees on the property the last morning we were there. So incredible!

Staying at The Sweet Spot was an incredible spot to relax, refresh, and take in the beautiful landscape. The earth house is one of a kind and a perfect fit for two people looking to get away. Gillian was very accommodating and made our stay memorable. Tim made us fresh drinks in the tiki bar too. The dogs are also adorable! The river is unbelievably beautiful and right on the property! We swam/explored it during our stay. There are amazing restaurants and sodas just down the street & you are not too far from rivers, the volcanos & other animal tours!

This is such a hidden gem!! Gorgeous property. Pictures just don’t do it justice. We felt so welcome and all the little touches made our trip feel so special. Would 1000% recommend for anyone!!

Excellent for a short stay. It has what it takes.

Awesome price, very happy with the room, and excellent service, as Gary’s father came to pick us up from the bus station on time, and also drove us to the border the next morning. Thank you for making our one night stay so easy!

If you want to stay one or more days in Los Chiles... this is the hotel to be. Clean, great service and hospitality. Gary and his father will do everything to give you a pleasant stay. They picked us up at the border in no time when we gave Gary a phonecall that we arrived earlier than expected.

Excellent place to stay

A very very good place, I recommend it.