Hotel El Icaco Tortuguero

Hotels
8.3 (545 reviews)
200 metres south from the soccer field, Tortuguero Village , Tortuguero , cr

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Humidity in rooms
Comfort of beds

Categories

Cleanliness
8.03
General sentiments indicate rooms were clean, though some guests mentioned humidity.
Service
9
Consistently positive feedback on staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.04
Guests appreciated the proximity to the beach and the pleasant surroundings.
Room Quality
7.49
Complaints regarding bed comfort and some mentions of dated furniture.
Amenities
8.52
Positive feedback on the small pool and available services.
Value for Money
7.98
Overall considered good value for the price, particularly in context.
Food and Beverage
8.03
Breakfast was generally well-received, but no extensive dining options.
Overall Experience
8.3
Guests enjoyed their stays and expressed willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:36

Property Description

Beachfront Location in Tortuguero National Park
Experience the beauty of Costa Rica at El Icaco Tortuguero, situated on the beach in Tortuguero National Park. Enjoy stunning Caribbean Sea views from our common areas and witness the fascinating sight of Green Turtles laying their eggs nearby.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
Relax in our cozy rooms equipped with a fan, terrace, night stand, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. With 24-hour hot water, you can unwind after a day of exploring the park.

Excursions and Outdoor Pool
Embark on guided excursions arranged by our tour desk to discover the diverse wildlife of Costa Rica. After a day of adventures, take a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool just 200 meters from the property.

Ready to immerse yourself in the wonders of Tortuguero National Park? Book your stay at El Icaco Tortuguero now.

Important information:

Access is by boat from Moín, near Puerto Limon, or by small plane. Access by car is via La Pavona.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 545 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.03
Service: 9
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.49
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 7.98
Food and Beverage: 8.03
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Julia couple de
8
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Emil couple us
8
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Rebecca couple us
8
I would definitely recommend this hotel! It’s right in the beach and has a pool. The AC was cold and the showers were wa
Pros:

It was right on the beach that was amazing for sunrise view. Staff was friendly!

Cons:

There were ants in our room but we were in the jungle so there are probably ants in every room there🤷‍♀️

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Laurent solo_traveller fr
10
Hôtel en bord de plage avec piscine et personnel très sympathique
Pros:

Hôtel en bord de plage face à la mer avec personnel super sympathique, bon petit déjeuner, piscine (c'est un gros plus car la mer étant dangereuse, on ne pouvait pas s'y baigner). On a pu réserver 2 excursions via Priscillia de l'hôtel ( sortie nocturne sur la plage pour voir les tortues pondre et 'safari' tour en bateau dans les canaux du parc national). Restauration possible sur place.

Cons:

Pas grand chose.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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José Gabriel family_with_children es
8
Bien
Pros:

Bien y buena hora

Cons:

Wifi en las habitaciones

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Niklas extended_group de
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Philip family_with_children us
9
Góod accommodations in am excellent location.
Pros:

Friendly staff

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Elodie solo_traveller fr
8
Pros:

Bien placé pour visiter tortuguero , petite piscine . Laundry dispo à petit prix . Tout le personnel est agréable . On vient vous chercher à la arrivee du bateau , quelqu un vous attends même des le parking de la pavona

Cons:

Oreillers durs , au bord de la mer mais pas de vue sur mer , « le jardin » n est pas équipé de chaises et tables pour s installer

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Luis solo_traveller cr
9
Pros:

Muy lindo el hotel ,el desayuno muy rico y la atención del personal excelente ,frente a la playa .Salimos muy contentos.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Catalina solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

La atención, el desayuno, la ubicación

Cons:

Todo me gusto

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Catalina solo_traveller cr
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Nicole family_with_children ch
9
Pros:

sehr freundliches Personal, sehr sauber, Ausstattung zweckmässig, schöne Lage am Strand, Preis-Leistung stimmt

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Jose solo_traveller es
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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miriam couple es
9
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Laure solo_traveller fr
8
Pros:

Personnel très accueillant, chambre confortable avec la clim, ce qui est appréciable. Eau, thé et café à disposition mais dommage que cela ne soit pas installé avant 7h30 car certaines excursions commencent à 5h30 ;)

Cons:

Une promesse un peu mensongère : La réduction de 5$ si on paie les excursions réservées par internet en cash alors que le prix de base est 5$ plus cher que les excursions proposées sur place.....

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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monica solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

Estaba muy limpio y pasaban todos los días a limpiar, había aire acondicionado, el personal muy majo, la piscina un punto extra, el destino muy rico y tenías 3 tipos para elegir.
Personal del hotel nos espero en el puerto antes y después de la barca, incluso nos acompañaron al hotel.
Nada más salir está la playa.

Cons:

Las habitaciones son un poco anticuadas, pero está todo tan limpio que lo compensa.
Un poco apartado del centro, a 10 min caminando, el primer día con maletas un poco incomodo ya que la ultima parte del camino es arena. Son las dos únicas pegas que le puedo poner.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Nelly family_with_children de
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Lysiane couple fr
9
Super séjour, personnel agréable, calme, bon emplacement et propre. Je recommande
Pros:

Super accueil, personnel très sympathique, on se sent comme à la maison. Bon petit déjeuner, emplacement idéal : face à la mer (je déconseille de s'y baigner), donc piscine très utile (nous n'avons pas eu le temps d'en profiter), au calme mais proche à pied du centre ville. Les aras survolent l'hôtel et se cachent dans les arbres voisins.
Chambre simple, propre et spacieuse, avec clim.
Je recommande vivement cet hôtel !

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Eduardo couple cr
10
Placentero y cómodo.
Pros:

Las instalaciones, la ubicación frente a la playa, el servicio con desayuno incluido y la amable atención del personal.

Cons:

Todo me ha gustado, muy bueno todo, lo recomiendo.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller cr
8
2026-07-09 via Nuitee