Llanuras del Gaspar hotels from HK$378

"So wonderful to come back to this magical place. Thanks to Emmanuel, Davis and Arlin, who guided me, scheduled events, they even got me a great ride back to the airport with Henry (at 4:30 AM -- thanks Denis and Davis!) who became my tour guide as we drove in the early morning via the scenic La Virgin pathway. At the resort, wonderful jungle trails, birds-- green macaws, parrots, kingfishers,--- colors and birdsong, river scenes, forest-bathing, Lots of jungle and river activities. While staying there, everyone was very cheerful, helpful and friendly. Eleodoro introduced me to his local family. A cooking class with extended family shared their personal knowledge of Costa Rica's past days. I learned the most ways to eat chocolate during the chocolate tour. Wish I knew everyone else's names to thank them all -- Sergio who knows about all those mushrooms, Dona Maria who enhanced my headgear, Liz and Bianca and the housekeeping team, Ulysses who escorted me in rain, Aidan assisting in every way... Chilimate a magical place!"

"Súper clean, great and friendly staff, beautiful location. "

"My stay here was wonderful. The staff was really sweet and the location was amazing. I loved sitting on the upper patio looking out at the waves as I read or had breakfast, and then walking a few steps to the ocean for a walk on the beach.Tortuguera itself is also special."

"Wonderful owners and staff. Beautiful surroundings surrounded by birds, monkeys, sloth! Great restaurant on site. Peaceful and relaxing. "

"Great location for viewing wildlife, especially birds. All staff very friendly and happy to assist in booking all our tours. Room was of good quality. Much better than online pictures. Nice on-site Italian restaurant. Would definitely recommend "

"Great place to stay, thoroughly enjoyed our visit"

"Excellent hotel with everything you need for a great trip"

"The staff here was great, very helpful with planning tours, and with recommendations on what and where to go. Nelda and Luis were top notch "

"We had the most amazing lodging at Valverde, Room 1, with the private pool right on the water. The room was comfortable and clean. The staff, especially Rocio, were so attentive and friendly. The grounds were well kept. The availability of the shuttle to and from Tortuguero town worked perfectly for us. We booked a 6am canoe trip on our second day and we saw lots of birds and a cayman. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The meals were mostly good with only one exception, the beef fajitas. The meat was so tough and very difficult to chew. Every other meal, including breakfast, was great. And the location was perfect for us -- not in the heart of the town but very close to be quiet and peaceful."