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Playa Cativo Lodge

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Secluded sanctuary in Golfito

Rainforest meets ocean at this secluded beachfront lodge with El Gavilan restaurant offering wonderful food and panoramic gulf views. Enjoy morning bird watching tours, afternoon dolphin spotting excursions, or retreat to the outdoor pool area and beachfront massage treatments.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A spacious room with a large bed, a piano, and a view of the ocean.

Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View

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  • Ocean view
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a hammock outside.

Luxury Casita with Plunge Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

Deluxe Ocean View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean Front Casita | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Ocean Front Casita

  • Ocean view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A lush garden with a wooden deck and a pool, surrounded by dense tropical vegetation and a view of the water.

Two Bedroom Ocean View Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a desk, and a mirror.

Premium Oceanview with A/C

  • Ocean view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Golfito, Playa Cativo Lodge is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Piedras Blancas National Park and Corcovado National Park Office reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Casa Orquideas Botanical Garden and Precious Turtles of Osa. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Golfito travel guide
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Playa Cativo, Golfo Dulce, Piedras Blancas National Park, Golfito, Puntarenas, 60701

What's nearby

  • Piedras Blancas National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

About this property

Playa Cativo Lodge

  • Luxury lodge by the ocean
  • You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Playa Cativo Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, a massage, or a facial. The on-site restaurant, El Gavilan, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, ecotours, and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • A free area shuttle, beach towels, and luggage storage
    • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas.
  • More amenities include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • El Gavilan

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Cativo Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Playa Cativo Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Playa Cativo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Playa Cativo Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Playa Cativo Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is steps from Piedras Blancas National Park.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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