Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

Hotels
9.2 (145 reviews)
300 mtrs de la igual Biblica Bijagua de Upala , Bijagua , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Beautiful garden
Cons:
Occasional noise
Room near the road was noisy

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
The rooms were reported to be clean and well-equipped with essential amenities.
Service
9.7
The staff was described as friendly, attentive, and eager to provide personalized service.
Location
9.5
The location was appreciated for its surrounding nature and overall ambiance.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms were spacious and comfortable with all necessary amenities.
Amenities
8.7
The garden and breakfast options received positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.7
The overall experience was seen as good value given the quality of service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Breakfast was highlighted as delicious and unique, emphasizing local cuisine.
Overall Experience
9.4
The overall stay was described as excellent across various aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 21:46

Property Description

Mountain Views and Modern Comforts
Hotel Cacao Río Celeste offers a perfect blend of nature and luxury. Wake up to breathtaking mountain views from your room equipped with a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Some rooms even feature a private balcony for you to enjoy the fresh air.

Outdoor BBQ and Terrace
Unwind and socialize at the hotel's barbecue facilities or relax on the terrace while taking in the scenic beauty surrounding the property. The perfect spots to create lasting memories with your loved ones.

Healthy Start with Vegetarian Breakfast
Indulge in a nutritious vegetarian breakfast to kickstart your day full of adventures exploring Bijagua. A delightful culinary experience awaits you at Hotel Cacao Río Celeste.

Experience the beauty of Bijagua at Hotel Cacao Río Celeste. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that the restaurant is going through renovations until further notice.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • 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 available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

9.2
Based on 145 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Zdravko solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Nice, large, clean rooms. The staff was very friendly (although we had to communicate in Spanish!). We got torches to see the frogs bear the pond and we're shown other frogs in the morning. Breakfast was also great (typical local stuff)

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Jean-Luc solo_traveller be
8
Pros:

Le style et son environnement directe avec le parcours créé pour l observation des oiseaux (on a adoré les colibris), fleurs et grenouilles (merci pour le tour magique de 18h)

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Julia couple de
9
Pros:

Nette Gastgeberin und sehr viel interessante Natur und Tiere im Hausgarten. Auch das Frühstück ist sehr zu empfehlen.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Lluis Ma. couple es
8
MUY RECOMENDABLE
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Botes solo_traveller za
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Murillo Lobo solo_traveller cr
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Maite solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

La verdad que la estancia fue muy agradable. El personal, las dueñas y el propio lugar da para perderse en esos jardines y disfrutar de la naturaleza. El desayuno también increíble.

Cons:

Que nos tuvimos que ir un día antes. :-)

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Jose Alberto solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

Todo esta muy bonito

Cons:

Nada

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Guiselle family_with_children cr
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Lambertus solo_traveller au
10
Great room with lots of birds and frogs
Pros:

Nice, large room, with great breakfast.
The frog garden was nice to explore, the staff showing us some frogs after sunset.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Isabelle extended_group ca
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Marcelo solo_traveller cr
9
I'll be back!
Pros:

The room was very nice, comfy bed with practically new sheets, adecquate lighting, a cushioned sofa chair and a space to hang cloths. Internet was good. The bathroom very nice, a tempered glass for the shower, instant hot water, spacious.

Cons:

I commented about the scarce electric outlets, as there's only one in the room and another by the bathroom sink, in order to charge cel phones and watches, and the gentleman in charge indicated they would take care of it and received the advice positively. But aside from that, it's a great room, silent for deep rest, very necessary in the jungles of Bijagua!

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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PHILIPPE solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

La gentillesse de Laura, le jardin aux grenouilles.L emplacement . Hôtel calme

Cons:

La chambre assez sombre

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Oliver couple de
9
Schönes Hotel in der Nähe vom Tenorio Vulkan.
Pros:

Schönes kleines Hotel mit Charme und sehr netten Leuten. Kleiner Dschungel direkt vor der Hoteltür😉😎

Cons:

Alles bestens 👍

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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PHILIPPE family_with_children fr
8
Hôtel très agréable
Pros:

Laura très aimable et plein de bon conseil.La visite du chemin des grenouilles super dans un jardin plein de charme.
Le petit déjeuner super extra copieux et très varié, le meilleur depuis notre arrivée.La gentillesse de tout le personnel.Nous recommandons.

Cons:

Chambre RDC un peu sombre

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Sören solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Beste Unterkunft in Costa Rica mit sehr gutem Frühstück, in bester Lage, mit stilvoller und sehr detaillierter Einrichtung, freundlicher Gastgeberin und einer spannenden Froschtour um die Unterkunft. Sehr zu empfehlen!

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Hellen solo_traveller br
10
Pros:

Tudo perfeito! O atendimento é maravilhoso. O quarto é lindo e confortável. O chuveiro é quentinho e com pressão. O café da manhã estava farto e delicioso, tudo preparado na hora, bem fresquinho.
Assim que chegamos fomos extremamente bem acolhidos. Nos entregaram lanternas para caçar rãs, foi super divertido! De manhã conseguimos ver bicho preguiça que estava na propriedade. Foi incrível!

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Felipe couple cr
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
איציק extended_group il
10
חוויה נעימה עם שרות מצוין המקום מדהים
Pros:

בעלת המקום מקסימה.
הייתה קבלת. פנים נעימה.
ארוחת הבוקר לוותה בהסבר על יצירת שוקולד וקקאו ואף הכינו לנו שוקו מהקקאו שנטחן
נשארנו לילה אחד ומאוד נהננו.

Cons:

הכל היה לשביעות רצוננו.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Tanja family_with_children it
10
Pros:

Attenzione ai dettagli, staff super gentile, ci hanno coccolato e dato un sacco di informazioni utili, oltre ad averci accompagnato a scovare un sacco di rane stupende nel loro giardino :)
Colazione super super!

2026-05-15 via Nuitee