Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Fantastic food
Attentive service
Memorable nature tours
Cons:
Rooms slightly worn
Road access is rough
Presence of insects in the room

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
There were mentions of ants and roaches in the room, impacting the cleanliness score.
Service
9.13
Guests praised the attentive service provided by Andrea and his team.
Location
9.17
The hotel is perfectly situated on the lagoon, ideal for exploring the natural surroundings.
Room Quality
8.12
Rooms were described as okay but slightly worn and overpriced.
Amenities
8.65
The pool and garden were mentioned positively, contributing to the overall amenities.
Value for Money
8.61
Although priced high, the experiences offered justify the value.
Food and Beverage
9.16
Food quality was highlighted as fantastic, made with fresh ingredients.
Overall Experience
8.63
Overall experience was very positive with memorable tours and dedicated service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:33

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in Caño Negro Wildlife Reserve

Scenic Views and Comfortable Rooms
Indulge in the serene beauty of Caño Negro Wildlife Reserve from the comfort of your room at Hotel de Campo. Wake up to stunning lake and pool views, and enjoy the convenience of air conditioning and a fan in every room. The private bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer for your comfort.

Exciting Activities and Delicious Dining
Embark on thrilling adventures like fishing, birdwatching, kayaking, and canoeing right from the hotel. After an action-packed day, unwind at the on-site bar and savor a delicious daily breakfast to fuel your explorations.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
With free WiFi, laundry facilities, and free parking, Hotel de Campo ensures a hassle-free stay. Explore the iconic Arenal Volcano National Park just a 2.5-hour drive away or head to Juan Santamaría International Airport, located 4 hours from the property.

Book your stay at Hotel de Campo now for an unforgettable wildlife retreat.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the business centre and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$11 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 74 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 9.16
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Rainer • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Sehr familiär geführtes Hotel nahe dem Feuchtgebiet. Ich würde auf jeden Fall die Kombo aus Übernachtung, Abendessen und Safari empfehlen. Das Dinner war sehr lecker und für die Morgensafari haben wir ein eigenes Boot mit engagiertem Guide bekommen.

Cons:

Die Anreise von Westen (Katira) war wirklich kein Vergnügen (gute Stunde über sehr holprige Schotterpiste).

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Danny • extended_group • ca
10
Pros:

The location is very quiet, staff are very friendly. A good place for bird observation and photography. Near to the river.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Vince • couple • ca
10
Beautiful oasis for staying while seeing Cano Negro wetlands!
Pros:

Everything but especially the food!

Cons:

Lots of mosquitos and no-see-ums but that's just Costa Rica! Wear bug spray if they like you and you'll be okay.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Phaneuf • couple • ca
9
Pros:

L’emplacement est très bien pour l’observation d’oiseaux. La nourriture est excellente et le personnel est courtois

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • de
9
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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José • couple • fr
10
Excellent séjour
Pros:

Hôtel très bien placé au bord de la lagune, très propre, chambre et piscine nettoyées tous les jours. Personnel très gentil,
Andrea, photographe et fils du patron, nous a conduit tôt le matin pour 2 balades privatives en bateau de 4 h chacune et plaçait son bateau de telle sorte que nous puissions prendre la photo la meilleure possible.
Très bon petit déjeuner et dîner dans une grande salle de restaurant avec notamment de grandes et belles tables en bois de cenizaro.
Un jardin où l’on a pu observer des singes araignées, 2 trogons et autres oiseaux mais il faut les chercher. 😀
Attention moustiques.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
8
Friendly Costa Rican Hospitality with warm, well cleaned, comfortable accommodations.
Pros:

My purpose was to photograph two species of birds, the jabiru and the Roseatte Spoonbill. Campo Hotel De Campo was perfectly located near the boat that was used by Chambita, my independent guide. Andres the owner, manager was hospitable in all areas. During dinner he mingled with all guests. Patricia and her son Bruno were welcoming, helpful and truly accommodating. I truly felt like I was experiencing true Costa Rica hospitality not a made for tourist place.

Cons:

Purrujas, a small no-se-um biting insects, attacked me while I was sleeping.
There is no warning, no particular reason but the bite leaves red welts, itches
and can only be soothed with a local ointment called Alegel, available in pharmacies. Hotel might issue some warning and advise to use some form of
insect repellent. Or provide an insect coil for the room.





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2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Cano Negro is a very small place so there isn't a lot there. We came for the bird watching and it was amazing. Hotel de Campo was a great place to stay and the owner and staff were super nice. The food was first rate for both dinner and breakfast (served late for everyone coming back from birding tours). I loved the grounds, the wildlife was fantastic (we saw monkeys, opossum, birds, caiman etc.). I would highly recommend for anyone looking to visit Cano Negro.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Juan • couple • es
8
Ubicación perfecta cerca de embarcaderos.
Pros:

Ubicación perfecta, cerca de embarcaderos.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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durand • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Nous avons fait une merveilleuse promenade ornithologique en bateau. Nous avons vu de nombreux oiseaux magnifiques et des singes qui ont fait leur show : exceptionnel !

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
M
Marc • couple • de
8
Pros:

Anlage und Restaurant sind außergewöhnlich schön. Die Bootstour über den Rio Frio war beeindruckend. Das Abendessen war sehr gut.

Cons:

Fehlende Mückengitter und Lüften nicht möglich. Klimaanlage und Ventilator ersetzen nicht die Mückengitter. Optionen des Abendessens wurden nicht erklärt und Preise waren intransparent.Sehr gute und preisgünstige Alternative im Restaurant Fogon um die Ecke. Hinweis: Beide Anfahrtswege fanden wir trotz Vorwarnung sehr beschwerlich.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
We loved it.
Pros:

The lodges are large and well equipped.
The food is delicious, home produced and cooked there.
The tours are very good indeed for wildlife and birding. We went on one early morning boat tour which may be the best we’ve taken to date.

Cons:

The road in is challenging. 4x4 is best, even in the current dry season. Go slowly. It’s worth it. If the road was tarred, Caño Negro would be overrun by tourists in buses. Now it’s for the dedicated, the keen, and those who want nature as it should be- wild.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Norbert • couple • de
9
Pros:

Tolle Lage am Rio Frio. Sehr empfehlenswerte Bootstour zum Birdwatching am Morgen unternommen. Gutes Frühstück.

Cons:

Anfahrt ist etwas beschwerlich über Schotterpiste. Aber vielleicht ist das gerade gut für die Ursprünglichkeit.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Vera • solo_traveller • de
10
Sehr zu empfehlen
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, sehr leckeres Essen und gute Tipps für Unternehmungen.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war etwas Dunkel, wenig Tageslicht

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Diane • extended_group • ca
10
Pros:

Our stay was awesome. Started out by checking in and getting a 3 hr boat tour with Andrea. We saw so much and enjoyed his joy of nature. Our tour was followed by delicious dinner in their restaurant and in the morning breakfast. So enjoyed this family run lodge. Would recommend to anyone.

Cons:

Road to get to area is a bit rough but so worth it.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Gene • solo_traveller • ca
10
Andrea ensured that I enjoyed my stay. He provided excellent boat tours for photography.
Pros:

The cabins are situated on a scenic property that attracts many colorful birds whose songs are heard all day long. The staff were congenial and provided good room service and enjoyable meals.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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laurent • couple • fr
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Francois • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Un accueil très agréable dans la langue de votre choix.

Le site est exceptionnel !

Cons:

Rien

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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carine • couple • at
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee