Laguna Lodge

Laguna Lodge, between the Tortuguero Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea

Laguna Lodge sits on the strip of land between the Tortuguero Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea, with its grounds spread over about 6 acres of gardens. It is a rustic, friendly lodge with a lot of character, and it suits families, birders and nature lovers coming to see the canals and the turtles.

Why we choose it

• Between the lagoon and the sea. You can watch boats pass on the lagoon at breakfast and walk to the Caribbean beach in the afternoon.
• Gardens to wander. The lodge's 6 acres of gardens give children room to explore and birders plenty to find without leaving the property.
• Good for families. Children are welcome, and the lodge is set up for families sharing a room with their parents.

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Rooms and views

The rooms are wooden cabins with basic comforts and wide front porches, where a rocking chair looks out over the gardens and the forest. Each has a private bathroom and a ceiling fan. They are simple on purpose: the lodge is part of the jungle rather than sealed off from it, and the evenings come with frogs and rain on the roof.

On the property

The restaurant sits on the lagoon, with views of the jungle and the canals, and the bars are the gathering place after the day's tours. Meals are buffet style, with fresh fish, fruit and vegetables. Much of the furniture and decoration is made by local artisans from wood gathered on the beach. There is also a meeting room for groups.

Location and getting there

Laguna Lodge is in Tortuguero, on Costa Rica's northern Caribbean coast, reached by boat. We arrange the transfer and the boat as one trip, and we suggest two or three days here to see the place properly. From the lodge we book boat tours in the national park canals, kayaking and canoeing, fishing trips, a visit to Tortuguero village and its sea turtle museum, and guided night walks to watch green turtles nesting, from July to September. Read more about Tortuguero National Park.

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