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Selva Verde Lodge

3.0 star property
Unleash your inner adventurer amidst breathtaking mountain scenery then unwind with delicious meals at this secluded retreat.

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Nestled in the mountains, Selva Verde Lodge offers an unforgettable getaway with its free breakfast buffet and international cuisine restaurant. Unwind in the spa tub, explore ecotours and hiking/biking trails or lounge by the outdoor pool. Other perks include a garden, library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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7.4 out of 10
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(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located in Puerto Viejo, Selva Verde Lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. Tirimbina Rainforest Center and La Selva Biological Station reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Costa Rica Best Chocolate and Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ziplining nearby. Visit our Puerto Viejo travel guide
Map
Chilamate, Puerto Viejo, Heredia, 55-3069

What's nearby

  • Along the main trails in this park you can find massive trees to inspire you, and maybe to climb.
    Braulio Carrillo National Park
    45 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Costa Rica Best Chocolate
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Selva Biological Station
    10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Tirimbina Rainforest Center
    12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion
    13 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rusti Ticos
    2 min drive
  • Soda Marielos
    9 min drive
  • Restaurante Típico La Carreta
    2 min drive
  • Yacare Bar
    3 min drive
  • Restaurante Pizzeria La Terrazza
    2 min walk

About this property

Selva Verde Lodge

Hotel in the mountains
At Selva Verde Lodge, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as hiking/biking trails and ecotours, at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site international cuisine buffet restaurant, Selva Verde, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • A banquet hall, a front desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Selva Verde Lodge feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Balconies, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Selvita
  • Pizzeria La Terrazza
  • Selva Verde

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 17 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 at the property

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Selva Verde Lodge Sarapiqui
Selva Verde Lodge
Selva Verde Sarapiqui
Selva Verde
Selva Verde Lodge Costa Rica/Sarapiqui
Selva Verde Hotel Sarapiqui
Selva Verde Lodge Hotel
Selva Verde Lodge Puerto Viejo
Selva Verde Lodge Hotel Puerto Viejo

Frequently asked questions

Does Selva Verde Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Selva Verde Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Selva Verde Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Selva Verde Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Selva Verde Lodge?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Selva Verde Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Selva Verde Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Costa Rica Best Chocolate and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tirimbina Rainforest Center and Sarapiquís Gardens. San Agustin Church and La Selva Biological Station are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Selva Verde Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay for seeing birds and wildlife. I’d highly recommend the guided nature walk or guided bird watching. The rooms and grounds are beautifully kept, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kishor

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

Breakfast with nature

Eco conscious hotel. Overall hotel was very nice. Breakfast was limited for vegetarians. Excellent view of the river. Highlight was having breakfast with nature in direct view, such as toucans, deers, iguanas etc having breakfast same time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great team ! The lodge is beautifully maintained and the grounds are built for exploration and relaxation. The rooms are large and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful eco resort by the river. We went to sleep listening to the river and saw a great many bird watchers and photographers on the site. Two very different restaurants and a nice pool. The howler monkeys put on a great show by the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Don't hesitate - Excellent Lodge

This is a cannot miss for eco travelers and for families. Excellent comfort, food, wildlife! I have stayed here 8 times, this is the first time for my family and it was their favorite location of three in Costa Rica. Excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms set on raised platforms in the forest, verandas all around for watching the birds. Guided walks all around the forested property. Dinner was an ample buffet as was breakfast. Lovely stream rushing past our rooms. Idyllic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mengling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s in the jungle close to a rafting venue. Comfortable room and bed with a/c and just right amount of comforter/blanket. Friendly and helpful front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Govind

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfy room & lots of birding opportunities

Beautiful property with private access to preserved primary & secondary forests. They arrange for guides for bird/nature walks both in the morning & night. They have a feeder area by their restaurant where it is a treat to watch many birds during breakfast. Room was very comfortable and bigger than expected. Had a hammock outside each room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large property - suffered from recent flooding when I was there. Saw a lot of interesting birds and other wild life on the property. The rooms were large - but the space was not well utilized. I had the impression that there was a lot of deferred maintenance that was overdue. Nonetheless, it was comfortable. The food was OK.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was conveniently located off a major highway. It was nice to have covered walkways between the rooms and dining area to protect from the rain showers. There was a lot of greenery which provided a safe haven for frogs and other creatures. The hotel offered a lot of tours, although some of them you had to take a taxi to get to which cost extra. They also have tours onsite on their nature preserve. It is an excellent location for birders and nature lovers. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The property is very near to the Sarapiqui River. WiFi coverage was available throughout the property. There was a gift shop onsite. Highly recommend for birdwatchers and nature lovers. We enjoyed the night hike and the morning hike with the expert guide at the lodge. It has an attached authentic Italian restaurant which was unusual for that area of Costa RIca.

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are absolutely amazing. Really enjoyed the on-site restaurant. The lodge is in a very unique setting and is well taken care of. There are some self guided walking trails on the property, but to use the trails across the river on the other side of the hanging bridge, you have to pay for one of the guided tours. The grounds are gorgeous. It is important to note that the lodge is conveniently located right off of a main road, which is good for easy access, but we could hear some road noise throughout the night from our cabin. Hot water in the shower and WiFi access in our cabin and in common areas. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s was a beautiful lodge with amazing access to wildlife, especially birds. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. It was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to enjoy birding in this area Wish there was granola or other cereal available at breakfast Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property and accommodations for bird watching. Friendly, knowledgeable staff; clean, well-appointed, cabin-like rooms; very good food at breakfast buffet and at the Italian restaurant; lovely pool; all make for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OMG we loved this place. Best part of out 10 day trip that included Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Great early birding tour, and saw tanagers and kingbirds from our balcony. The cabins and walkways are of beautiful wood, nestled in trees and flowers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ligia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and rooms great staff, especially Juana! Didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daviel Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is a dream. I enjoyed the rooms, the staff, the location, the wildlife. I wish I never had to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We like the room very much and the pool was lovely. The front desk staff was very helpful in arranging great activities. We did not enjoy the sounds and smells from the construction. We also would have like more self-guided walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property with very nice staff but it wasn't as expected. It is on a main busy road. We thought we were going to be in the middle of the rainforest. The rooms were very nice and the food was good. Loved watching the birds from the balcony but was hoping for a quieter setting l.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fantastic location and property layout

2 nights as part of tour but loved it so much we came back following week for another 2 nights , as a wheelchair user it was designed brilliantly the covered concrete walkways level access restaurant, so much wildlife within the hotel grounds no need to leave , so many amazing birds , to sit and have breakfast and watch the bird feeding station , a lovely idea which we really enjoyed . The rooms are a little dated but spacious and comfortable. My partner did a walk with Randy and really enjoyed it . All the staff are so helpful we definitely return thanks so much .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the covered walkways. We were literally walking in the rainforest! Breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, eggs, bean and rice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was large and clean. Very eco friendly. Ours was by the river and the sound was wonderful. My only complaint is that they claim to have a hot tub. It's there, but no heat and no jets. Should be called a small pool instead.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Damian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Two nights ago I checked into this hotel after finishing a long white water rafting tour while on my way to San José. The property itself is pretty. It might be fine for people who want to stay on a resort property and not go out to explore the real Costa Rica. For a one night stop, however, this was easily the worst choice of my entire trip. From the moment I pulled into the loading area the process became ridiculous. I checked in, walked all the way to a room at the very back of the property, then had to walk all the way back to reception to ask for something closer. After that I returned to the first room, gathered my things, walked to the new room, then walked back again to return the first key. Then I had to go back to my car, drive to their parking lot, and walk all the way back through the pathways again. It took one hour and twenty minutes just to get into the room. Signage exists, but in several places where you actually need it, it’s missing. I constantly had to ask people for directions. The room had no television and no refrigerator. Every time someone walked past, the entire room shook because four rooms sit on one large platform. I also watched elderly guests and people using canes struggling up the stairs and along the long pathways. I hated my stay here. Anyone with mobility issues should absolutely avoid it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the natural setting and wildlife around the lodge, and the boat tour itself was a nice experience. However, I was disappointed by how the transportation to the boat dock was handled. When booking the tour, I was told not to worry about transportation, which led me to believe it was included in the tour cost. Upon checkout, I was surprised to see that transportation was charged separately — and at a cost higher than the tour itself. I wish this had been clearly communicated upfront so I could make an informed decision. Greater transparency about additional charges would have made the experience much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

bhadresh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026