Esquinas Rainforest Lodge, Golfito

Rooms

Esquinas Rainforest Lodge offers 18 rustic cabins, designed for comfort and close to nature. Each cabin includes a private bathroom with a hot water shower and full screening. Guests can choose from accommodations that cater to singles, doubles, triples, or families.

Location

Nestled in the remote Piedras Blancas National Park, the lodge spans a 37-acre private reserve. This area is a haven for wildlife, offering sightings of over 300 bird species and nearly 100 mammal species. Located only three miles from the Interamerican Highway and a 30-minute drive from Golfito Airport, access is year-round.

Dining

The lodge features a restaurant serving meals based on Costa Rican gastronomy, incorporating local ingredients like fresh fish caught in Golfo Dulce. Guests experience a diverse menu that includes traditional recipes made with love and care. Individual dining experiences focus on quality over mass production, ensuring freshness at every meal.

Sustainability

Esquinas Rainforest Lodge is recognized as a leader in sustainability, earning a Certificate of Sustainable Tourism from the Costa Rican Tourism Board. The lodge actively participates in conservation efforts and the cultivation of a biological corridor to protect local ecosystems. Environmentally friendly practices such as waste separation and organic gardening are standard operations.

Activities

Guests can immerse themselves in a range of excursions that highlight the biodiversity of the surrounding rainforest. Tours include guided birdwatching, hiking through the dense forest, and boat trips in the nearby Golfo Dulce. The lodge also offers guided night hikes, allowing visitors to witness the unique nocturnal wildlife.

Highlights

Location: 37-acre private reserve

Rooms: 18 cozy, rustic cabins

Dining: Tico gourmet food

Sustainability: Certificate of Sustainable Tourism

Activities: Guided birdwatching and hiking