El Zota Hotel

Hotels
9.6 (13 reviews)
10°33'24. 83°44'09.7"W, 4, Heredia Province, Tigre Ruta 247 , Cariari , cr

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Tolle Lage
Beeindruckende Touren
Encantador anfitrión
Comida rica
Cons:
Difícil acceso
Zona sin internet

Categories

Cleanliness
9.41
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.99
El anfitrión es encantador y ofrece excursiones atractivas.
Location
9.92
Tolle Lage mitten in der Natur.
Room Quality
9.37
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
9.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.36
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.41
La comida muy rica, cocinada al momento.
Overall Experience
9.98
Eindrucksvolles Erlebnis.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:26

Property Description

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Garden:
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool or relax amidst the lush gardens at El Zota Hotel.

Delicious Dining Options:
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the on-site restaurant offering Caribbean, local, and Latin American cuisine. Special dietary requests are accommodated.

Entertainment and Activities:
Have a fun-filled stay with billiards and cycling opportunities available at the hotel. Explore the area's attractions and unwind in comfort at El Zota Hotel.

Book now and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at El Zota Hotel in Cariari.

Important information:

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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 10 years old stay for US$20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 13 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.41
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 9.37
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.36
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 9.98
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Bruno family_with_children fr
10
Pura vida!
Pros:

Emplacement, accueil, activités

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Isabelle family_with_children ca
10
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
Let the wildlife come to you. It will
Pros:

Immersion in nature. Tranquility. Wildlife, birds. The people. Dawn coffee in the pavilion at the end of the pier on the lake was a highlight

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Susan couple de
10
Einfach wunderschön!
Pros:

Magischer Ort mit zauberhaftem Teich und vielen Tieren, die man herrlich beobachten kann. Der Gastgeber ist toll! Eine Stunde Entfernung vom Tortuguero Nationalpark, wenn man nicht im Trubel übernachten möchte. Schöne Touren …

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Lorenz couple de
10
Eindrucksvolles Erlebnis
Pros:

Tolle Lage mitten in der Natur. Beeindruckende Touren mit extrem kompetenter Führung. Alles sehr zu empfehlen für Menschen, die sich für die Natur interessieren und dazu lernen möchten.

Cons:

Da fällt mir nichts negatives ein.

2025-11-22 via Nuitee
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Maria Teresa extended_group es
8
Pros:

El anfitrión es encantador y las excursiones que ofrece el alojamiento, senderos diurno, sendero nocturno, vista amanecer y vista atardecer. La excursión más espectacular es el paseo en bote. La comida te dan a elegir según el día (no hay carta) y está muy rica, la cocinan al momento

Cons:

Se encuentra muy alejado, con difícil acceso en zona sin internet en caso de pérdida.

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Philippe with friends fr
9
A great wilderness experience
Pros:

Great jungle location, very friendly and knowledgeable host

Cons:

The small round pool is too shallow, doesn’t really help to cool off

2024-08-22 via Nuitee
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Guy family with young children be
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Magical place, next level nature/jungle experience. Lots of wildlife (herons, toekans, pizote, owls, frogs, caymans, lizards ...), exotic plants and ancient trees. Beautiful nature soundtrack.The staff is very friendly and Hiner is a generous and knowledgeable guide and host. Excellent food. I enjoyed two longer daytime walks, a nightwalk and a boat excursion. Enjoyed every second of it, pura vida.

2023-12-15 via Nuitee
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Orsolya family with young children es
10
Great place to stay close to nature
Pros:

This place was a pleasant surprise for us. It's more off the beaten path and charming in all sense. The family who owns the biological station is taking good care of the premises and the guests. There are plenty of programs (natural walks etc) you can choose from and they offer full catering as well.

Cons:

Nothing we can think of.

2023-10-25 via Nuitee
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Arjan74 young couple nl
7
The hotel need to collect more booking.com experiences.
Pros:

It was very good that the wilde nature is close and had to enjoy it. The food was good and the room was clean. Better to choose bigger room because it is more comfortable. Not too much guests, very quiet and you could forget the city life when you are there. We had 2 jungle trips also (day and night), they was perfect with Alejandro.

Cons:

The hotel doesn't have long experience on the booking.com. We booked different service (3 times food) than what they planed to give us and they charged later the tax aswell, which is normally included the price already. The private full day excursion was amazing expensive and it was a simple day trip without professional guiding and informations. We had difficulties without a rent or own car, because the hotel is very far with taxi or public transport, so it was very expensive to rich and leave the hotel.

2023-04-30 via Nuitee
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Manuel group es
10
Very hospitable and in nature
Pros:

Amazing place in nature

Cons:

Ecerything was great

2023-03-23 via Nuitee
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Raoul young couple mt
10
Exceptional
2023-02-22 via Nuitee
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Alex solo traveller ch
10
Back to nature!
Pros:

This is a truly unique location, very close to the deep jungle with all kinds of animal sightings possible. The guide is very knowledgeable and the staff is more than friendly!
Don't go any less than 3nights to really enjoy the calm area and the sounds of the jungle.

2023-02-08 via Nuitee
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Dejan young couple si
10
Amazing!
Pros:

This is for sure one of the best life experiences, and we have seen quite some interesting things by now. The area is unbelievable, very well tsken care of. Wild animals everywhere in their natural habitat, many different activities to do day by day and Hainer is another added value to El Zota as he is a great guide, always willing to take you on a tour, by day or night. There is also a restaurant on site so you don't have to worry about being thirsty or hungry at any time.

2023-01-19 via Nuitee
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Martin family with young children at
10
a positive surprise wirhon spectacluar nature
Pros:

this was a real positive surprise: getting there take a bit, but once arrived it is a real treasure! extremely friendly family business, that welcomes guests with open arms. the cabins / bungalows are great with spectacular view into the rain forest!

2022-12-10 via Nuitee