Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

Hotels
9.2 (135 reviews)
300 mtrs de la igual Biblica Bijagua de Upala , Bijagua , cr

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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 135 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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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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Isabelle • extended_group • ca
8
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
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Jodie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Charming stay with friendly host and staff
Pros:

We only stayed one night at Kakao as a rest stop over a long drive to La Fortuna.
The owner is very friendly and helpful with information pf what is happening in the local area, restaurants etc.

It is walking distance to many restaurants and shops and is situated amongst beautiful gardens with tropical flowers.
The breakfast area is charming and I'm sure you would see lots of wildlife in drier weather (unfortunately we had relentless rain during our stay).

The breakfast was fantastic! Good value to have all of this included!! The pancakes were delicious!!

The rooms are very clean and well appointed. There is a seating area outside each room to enjoy the sounds of the forest.

Cons:

We found the road to be quite noisy in the mornings. Our room was right next to the road - it would probably be significantly better at the other end of the property

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Francisco • couple • es
9
Auténtico
Pros:

El personal muy auténtico y el lugar igual. Te sientes como en casa y puedes ver ranas, pájaros etc desde el mismo establecimiento

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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robert • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Stéfano • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Habitación muy amplia con aire acondicionado, ventilador, camas muy cómodas, decoración bonita con estilo colonial, baños modernos y amplios, bonito jardín buen desayuno y propietaria y personal muy amable

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Carina • solo_traveller • de
10
Es war perfekt!
Pros:

Eine wirklich tolle Unterkunft! Laura (und ihre Familie) ist wirklich sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Sie hat mir geholfen, Aktivitäten zu buchen und mir einige Dinge empfohlen.
Das Zimmer ist sehr schön eingerichtet und sauber.
Ganz besonders war der Garten. Ich habe einige Vögel gesehen und konnte viele bunte Frösche entdecken.
Und das Frühstück ist großartig! Ein toller Start in den Tag.

Ich würde diese Unterkunft definitiv wieder buchen, wenn ich noch einmal nach Bijagua komme. Sehr empfehlenswert!

Cons:

-

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
V
Vincent • couple • fr
9
Cons:

Pas d’eau chaude

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Aitana • couple • es
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Garrison • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

The staff was amazing and incredibly friendly. Breakfast was delicious. As a solo traveler, this was the perfect place to stay. The stay exceeds the costs.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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jocelyne • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le cadre, le personnel, la décoration, le jardin.
Chambre très agréable.
Parfait.

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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ruben • couple • es
10
Pros:

Alojamiento cuidado con un montón de detalles.
Camas súper cómodas y almohadas
Desayuno casero
Acceso propio al río
Parking
Camino de ranas
Amenities naturales
Zona de juegos de mesa

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee