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.
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)
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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
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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
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Santa Juana Nature Reserve Full Board Lodge
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Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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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.
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.
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!
Tiffany
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Holly, maridian
Travelled with family
4 Feb 2024
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).
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
!! 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
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!
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.