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Iguana Lodge Beach Resort

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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On the beach, beach towels, beach massages, beach yoga
Interior
Ecotours
Beach House with 2 Bedrooms and Kitchen | View from room
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Calle a Calle Platanares, Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, 60702
  • Osa Peninsula
    1 min walk
  • Golfo Dulce
    9 min drive
  • Platanares Beach
    10 min drive
  • Puerto Jiménez (PJM)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Casita

Luxury Casita

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 77 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Beach House with 2 Bedrooms and Kitchen | View from room

Beach House with 2 Bedrooms and Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Portable fan
  • 186 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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Club Room with Queen Bed, some with AC

Club Room with Queen Bed, some with AC

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 32.0 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Club Room with King or Two Single Beds & AC

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 32 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Puerto Jiménez

At Iguana Lodge Beach Resort you'll be 4.8 km (3 mi) from Puerto Jimenez Pier and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Corcovado National Park Office. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to Iguana Spa can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Pearl of the Osa, is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, outdoor tennis court and Hot tub. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Puerto Jiménez hotel, you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from Herrera Gardens & Conservation Project and 23.8 km (14.8 mi) from Pan Dulce Beach.

What's nearby

  • Preciosa Beach - 2 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Puerto Jimenez Pier - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Corcovado National Park Office - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • King Louis Waterfall - 38 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Pan Dulce Beach - 54 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Jiménez (PJM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel y Restaurante Carolina - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Delfín Blanco - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafetería y Heladería Monka - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Los Delfines - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizzamail.it - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Iguana Lodge Beach Resort

Beachfront, with full-service spa
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort. An area shuttle within 4 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Puerto Jiménez hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort offers 19 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. This Puerto Jiménez hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Iguana Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 4 kilometres
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Pearl of the Osa

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1999
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Iguana Beach Puerto Jimenez
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort Puerto Jimenez
Iguana Hotel Puerto Jimenez
Iguana Resort Puerto Jimenez
Iguana Lodge Costa Rica/Puerto Jimenez
Iguana Beach Puerto Jimenez
Iguana Lodge Spa Beach Resort
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort Hotel
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort Puerto Jiménez
Iguana Lodge Beach Resort Hotel Puerto Jiménez

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Iguana Lodge Beach Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort on 27 Nov 2024 start from AU$420.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Yep, Iguana Lodge Beach Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

The closest beach to Iguana Lodge Beach Resort is Playa Cacao (16.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Yep, Iguana Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Thai massages.

Does Iguana Lodge Beach Resort have a pool?

Iguana Lodge Beach Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Iguana Lodge Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort.

Is Iguana Lodge Beach Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Iguana Lodge Beach Resort is a hit with families.

Does Iguana Lodge Beach Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full brekkie is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Iguana Lodge Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Iguana Lodge Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 66 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its own little oasis by the beach. Quiet, lovely setting with wooded paths between buildings. Food was great and staff was fabulous. Highly recommend staying here form more than just a night or two
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, Fayetteville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great 5 days at Iguana Lodge. The staff and owner were very friendly and responsive. The room was comfortable. There was a bit of noise from the kitchen and food aromas at times. The only downside to the property was the road leading from Puerto Jimenez to Iguana Lodge. The beachfront and pool were wonderful. Very relaxing. Food was great but more options would have been nice a well. Morning breakfasts were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is full of interesting vegitation in a very natural , lightly groomed setting with endless opportunitied for nature/wildlife photography. The beach is accessible for walks and swimming. The 'lapas' (scarlet Macaws) are numberous and amazing. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Be prepared for extreemly humid conditions outside and early mornings with lots of critter calls to wake you. The road in is not paved from Puerto Jimenez - which adds to the experience. We made the 7hr scenic drive from San Jose - but a 40 min flight into Pto Jimenez is a more doable for most. We highly recommend Iguana Lodge for the adventursome eco-traveler,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hope to return
I can’t say enough. What a gem! Beautiful grounds, huge beach, lovely pool area and great food. The Iguana Lodge was lovingly constructed and designed for a most excellent stay. Pura Vida!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with friendly owners and staff. Room was clean and basic. Bathroom and shower was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

2/10 Terrible

Brad, Colorado

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We had to leave the country early due to the pandemic. We tried to cancel reservation a week prior to our scheduled arrival, they charged us full price anyway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodations, beautiful grounds. On-site naturalist. Excellent and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

V

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and quiet beach. Restaurant was excellent. I particularly enjoyed the scarlet macaws that frequent the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place with the best hospitality. Highly recommend! The food is out of this world fresh and delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Iguana lodge
A beautiful, well designed place that has everything you need for a break
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Iguana Love
What an amazing hotel in an amazing location. It's a great way to experience the area without leaving the resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely spectacular property with the most friendly staff and great food. Everything is done right. There are at least two gorgeous spaces where you can do yoga and Lauren (the owner) teaches complementary classes. But more importantly, the grounds are absolutely spectacular and we saw many monkeys and macaws and parrots and tucans right on the property. The restaurant at the lodge is by far the best in town. Truly fantastic experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Niamh

Pleasant stay just for one night. Rooms small but clean. Food good. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointing stay
After a fantastic week in remote ecolodges on the Osa, we stayed here one night before traveling out of Costa Rica. The room itself was very clean and nice, but the grounds and facilities were underwhelming. Our room was situated directly above he restaurant and doesn’t have windows that closed (just screens and fans bc no A/C). We learned that it was “pasta night” that night, so we politely declined to attend the dinner and turn in early for an early flight the next morning. Before 7pm, an unbelievably obnoxious level of sound was unavoidable in our room. It was truly a nightmare. A few minutes after 8pm, we left our room to ask if there was any other place we could get some sleep. The front desk woman had one other room available and that is where we moved to. The obnoxious party now use stopped around 9, we started to drift off to sleep, but then we hear another family enter our casita on the floor above us. We woke up in a panic because the doors don’t lock and we thought we we placed in someone else’s casita without them knowing. After 30 minutes of debate, while listening to the new orchestra of family/babies crying, we decided to move back to our room. I’ve never had a bad experience like this before, and our standards are very reasonable. If you’re paying close to 200/night for accommodation, you should be able to find a bit of rest. Best of luck.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My husband and I stayed at Hotel Iguana as we headed into and out of Corcovado. The rooms and the setting are incredibly beautiful. The birds, plants and waterfront were great. The food was delicious and the hard working and friendly staff went out of the way to make sure that we had a comfortable experience. Very nice!!

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

jody a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yoga retreat!
The food and drinks were delicious. The view of the water was beautiful. The pool was heated. The wildlife was cool ( a monkey, iguanas, toucans, macaws, etc). Chairs spaced around the property for relaxation. The service staff very helpful and friendly. The room was full of ants that came out at night. They sprayed the room during our stay but we still had ants at night. They offered to change our room, but we were only there two nights so we did not bother. Resort is very geared towards yoga.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Christel, London

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing like the pictures
overpriced and run down - not like their pictures. considering what we had paid I was expecting a lot more than what we got. There was rat poo on the verandah where you access the rooms (this was there during our entire stay), lights weren’t working (one broken in the bathroom, one broken in the room, one broken outside the room), one of the glasses in the room was chipped, the hand soap was a watered down runny version (I guess to save money) and there was no shower gel/shampoo or anything like that provided. There was no air circulation in the bathroom at all making it unbearably hot and no warm water at all on the last day. The jacuzzi did not work and there were no yoga classes on even though the website boasts of both these things. This place seriously overcommits and underdelivers. What a disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms are very small and there was sand all over our floor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Giuseppe, Manhattan, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sleep with the Ocean, Wake with the Macaws
We came in July (middle of the low season) and were upgraded to a Casita, which we were beyond thankful for! The best part of our stay was that the Lodge is right on the water and is super close to do tours of national forests and kayaking the mangroves. We really enjoyed speaking and getting to know Toby and Lauren, the owners, who live right on the premises so they are around to ensure all aspects of your stay are up to your liking. Lauren even gave us a private yoga class free of charge. Breakfast is included with your stay and there is fresh coffee all throughout the day. If your are into meditation and relaxing in a very natural setting, this is your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Alan, Vancouver

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Should be removed from Expedia listing
Blocked lavatory, poor facilities. Should be charging about USD20 per night - not USD150. Suitable for back-packers. THE worst Expedia hotel I have ever stayed in.