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Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve

3.5 star property

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Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View
Property amenity
BBQ/picnic area
Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View | Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Santa Juana de Terrazú, Naranjito, Puntarenas
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Playa La Macha
    ‪75 min drive‬
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪85 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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  • 45 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 65 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 80 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Mountain View

  • 100 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Partial Sea View

Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Partial Sea View

  • 100 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Naranjito

With a stay at Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve in Naranjito, you'll be on the boardwalk/promenade, and 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Los Campesinos Reserve. .This lodge is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Nahomi Park and 14.9 mi (24 km) from Playa La Macha.
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What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 51 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Playitas Beach - 58 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 59 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Playa La Macha - 75 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 85 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koky's La Cazuela - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante La Casona - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪La Talanguera - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Koki Naranjito - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Los Compas - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve

Boardwalk/promenade lodge in Naranjito with free parking
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as wireless internet access (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Mirador serving guests of Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
El Mirador - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 10 per night)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Mirador

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Horse riding/hire

Family friendly

  • Full-sized fridge
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is in a car-free zone and can be reached by 4x2 vehicles but 4x4 vehicles are recommended.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 10 per night (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 265 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Santa Juana Lodge Naranjito
Santa Juana Lodge
Santa Juana Naranjito
Santa Juana
Santa Juana Lodge Nature Reserve Naranjito
Santa Juana Lodge Nature Reserve
Santa Juana Nature Reserve Naranjito
Santa Juana Nature Reserve
Santa Juana And Nature Reserve
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Lodge
Santa Juana Nature Reserve Full Board Lodge
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Naranjito
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Lodge Naranjito

Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alan and his staff are amazing! They made us feel like family. The views and proximity to wildlife were fantastic. The authentic Costa Rican meals were delicious and healthy. We enjoyed bird watching, hikes to the waterfalls and a short trip to ziplining.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Stay
Beautiful views, cute cabins, yummy local food, but mostly a great experience because of the warm and inviting people that work there. They were so accommodating and friendly it made the stay extra enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Aarti Mehta

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the most relaxing vacation of our lives, everything was breathtaking, staff so attentive and friendly, we enjoyed every moment
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andres, Allen and the rest of the team were wonderful; plus, the views, waterfall hike and food were remarkable. For a relaxing, authentic experience, stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly, maridian

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Fantastic experience at this remote lodge. Beautiful views, grounds and casitas. The traditional breakfasts were delicious and it was awesome to hear and see all of the birds near the outdoor eating area. The staff were so helpful and accommodating. They even helped us with tools to change a flat tire. We would highly recommend this place (but definitely need a 4WD to get up and down).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Although food options limited all made from scratch and fresh and delicious. Beautiful jungle hikes and waterfalls pools to swim. So peaceful and rejuvenating! We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Away from it all!
Absolute pura vida at this family-run place (loved Mum, the cook!). Chosen for total relaxation. The nearest towns are one hour away. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Gorgeous studio room with breathtaking views. The whole property is surrounded by lush mountains. 4x4 essential to get there. Meals are simple and copious. Tours are available from the property, starting at $79.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful 2 day stay in a unique setting in wood crafted cabins with home cooked meals at restaurant. The hour drive on gravel was challenging but doable in a 2W SUV at this time of year. Warm and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite a trek...but super worth it!!
A word of warning, this place is not easy to get to! But once you're there it is amazing and totally worth the trek. The views are insane! The casitas are really cute, comfortable and super private. The staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was super fresh and good. Cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vikash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was 5 star experience that is hard to match. Starting from location secluded top of mountain to spacious nice room with no windows only screens. Tens of birds every morning with walking trails and fresh tasty food cooked right in front and very friendly staff, Andre, Allen and their families made our stay like being at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded peacefull place , a wonderful gem
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Gina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

paul

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
!! 4WD essential !!
!! 4WD essential !! Friendly place, wonderful birdwatching, fresh but predictable food ("chicken, pork or fish"). Problematic WIFI did not work in cabin Make sure that your car has 4WD capability, or you will probably suffer on the 19km route up to the lodge
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hernan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect get-away
Amazing and personal experience in the middle of nature - we had a one bedroom with a deck over looking the jungle. We did a hiking tour to a very private and beautiful waterfall with surrounding pool to swim in with Allen and his dog Comanche, a local villager who also works at the lodge. We enjoyed the scenery, warm welcomes with fresh juice of the day, cut up fruit after a little walk and breakfast and amazing dinner. Highly recommend if you are looking for a more authentic and personal experience in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing place. Well off the beaten path. Toucans in the morning and afternoons. The views are second to none and the meals are delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chinedum

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This property is a true gem. If you are looking for tranquility, you have found it. We ended up extending our stay an extra day, that's how much we loved it. Allan went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, from giving us a history of Santa Juana to introducing us to his family and inviting us to his home to see his various pets ( cat, dig, rabbit, quail, chicken, sheep e.t.c). I highly recommend staying here as it's definitely worth the drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to get away for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

June

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful destination for nature lovers! Wonderful getaway with great local staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023