Calala Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

Set right on the beach in Cabuya, on the beautiful Nicoya Peninsula, Calala Lodge offers a large outdoor pool and charming cabins surrounded by tropical gardens. Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve is just 1.2 mi away. Each spacious duplex cabin has a ground-floor living-dining area, bathroom and porch with 2 hammocks. Upstairs there is a bedroom with views of the Pacific Ocean. The Calala Lodge's restaurant offers varied international cuisine, including fresh fish, pasta dishes and vegetarian burgers. You can take a domestic flight from San José to Tambor Airstrip, just 11 mi from Calala Lodge. The town of Paquera is a 1.5-hour drive away, and offers regular ferries to Puntarenas.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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See what guests loved the most:

Gerryaf
United States United States
“It is on a dirt road so it is dusty when you walk.”
Ingelin
United States United States
“Warm water in shower. Lois (sp?) And the other members of staff were super helpful and kind!!”
Emmanuelle
France France
“Very nice staff, everybody is very friendly. You feel a bit part of the family. Food was very good. Best Passion Fruit Margaritas and Sangrias we had for the whole trip! If you are looking for a quiet place to relax, see gorgeous waterfalls, enjoy...”
Holkestad
Canada Canada
“The location is excellent, just off the beach and palm setting. The pool is inviting and the food is great.”
Gary
United States United States
“What a wonderful experience to stay in this unique, private oasis. The grounds were beautiful and full of native plants. The pool area is lush and very relaxing. The dining and reception area is beautiful and inviting. The chalet we stayed in is...”
Carla
United States United States
“great location, friendly and quick service, beautiful grounds/trees/plants, well kept and clean, better than average food, prices fair, safe, friendly stray cat that we enjoyed petting, the eating area by the sea is really beautiful, good towels,...”
Andrea
United States United States
“Friendly staff and beautiful grounds. The cabins were a great size and very clean. Food was excellent!”
Evan
United States United States
“Friendly staff, beautiful pool, located against the beach.”
Trammell
United States United States
“The location is incredible. And the layout of the grounds is really cool. You really are right at the beach, and the little walkways to the cabinets are so beautiful. Also the shower was SO GOOD. I absolutely recommend watching the tree tops at...”
Christopher
Canada Canada
“Cabin was ensconced in forest with a lovely ocean view. Quiet and peaceful, but steps away from restaurant.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of Calala Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Calala Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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