Title: Macaw Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Macaw Lodge Lodge in Carara with free breakfast and restaurant ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/b0aeb4b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bungalow (Natural) | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/9eb0ecc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/c67312e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/5d8a1520.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Bungalow | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/b7e08b8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers at Macaw Lodge start with a full breakfast before enjoying the mountain surroundings. The terrace is perfect for sunbathing, the garden invites strolls, free WiFi keeps everyone connected, the library offers quiet reading, and laundry facilities handle needs. VIP Access 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Parking included - Laundry - Free WiFi £107 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=6778240&PinnedHotelID=6778240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/6c1ff812.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Ceiling fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Rainfall showerhead Eco-friendly cleaning supplies Free bottled water In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 322 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Bungalow | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/1a82f3c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bungalow ### Highlights Furnished patio Kitchen Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Family Bungalow | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/d99f44d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Bungalow ### Highlights Furnished patio Kitchen Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Bungalow (Natural) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6780000/6778300/6778240/0047fd69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bungalow (Natural) ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Rainfall showerhead Eco-friendly cleaning supplies Free bottled water - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities. Other perks at this lodge include: - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a water dispenser and a banquet hall - Luggage storage, a computer station and 1 meeting room Room features All guest rooms at Macaw Lodge have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water. 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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 - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Library - Yoga classes ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park - In the mountains - Picnic area - Terrace ### 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 - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 100% renewable energy - 2 floors - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Banquet hall - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian dining options - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Ceiling fan - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - LED lighting - Safe - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 130 per vehicle (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, debit cards and cash This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Macaw Lodge Turrubares Macaw Turrubares Macaw Lodge Macaw Lodge Lodge Macaw Lodge Carara Macaw Lodge Lodge Carara Macaw Lodge an Authentic Ecolodge ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Macaw Lodge pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Macaw Lodge ? > As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macaw Lodge on 29 Nov 2025 start from £106.50, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carara-Hotels-Macaw-Lodge-An-Authentic-Ecolodge.h6778240.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Macaw Lodge ? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Macaw Lodge ? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Macaw Lodge ? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Macaw Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 130 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Macaw Lodge located? > Situated in a national park, this lodge is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Bijagual Waterfall and within 16 miles (25 km) of Rainforest Adventures Jaco and Playa Tárcoles. Carara National Park and Crocodile Bridge are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Macaw Lodge Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very relaxing stay. Will recommend. ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved our stay in this rustic but comfortable lodge located in the Costa Rican wilderness. The staff are lively and the food excellent. Outstanding bird watching as well. ##### William Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johannes 5 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr schöne Lodge in ruhiger Natur. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. ##### Johannes Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip & Nicole 7 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr schöne abgelegene Lodge. Tolle Möglichkeit Aras und viele weitere Tiere zu beobachten. Leckeres Essen. ##### Phillip & Nicole Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Volker 13 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Der Bungalow war zweckmäßig eingerichtet. Wir hatten zusätzlich zum Queenbett noch zwei Einzelbetten. Die Matratzen waren generell nicht sehr bequem. Bei einem Einzelbett war diese extrem durchgelegen. Es war sehr warm, da es nur einen Deckenventilator sowie einen zusätzlichen Standventilator gab. Die Fenster konnten nicht richtig geschlossen werden und es waren auch teilweise die Fliegengitter kaputt. Wir haben keine Tour gebucht. Wir sind zum Wasserfall gewandert. Hier ist uns aufgefallen, dass einige Geländer kaputt waren, welche dringend mal repariert werden müsste. Das Essen war leider nicht so gut. Es hat geschmacklich immer etwas gefehlt und z. B. das Huhn war leider viel zu trocken. Es gab den ganzen Tag über die Möglichkeit Wasser und Kaffee zu trinken, wobei der Kaffee leider ab Mittag bereits lauwarm war. Espresso gab es leider nicht. ##### Volker Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent 20 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities lieu fantastitique. Accueil et service impeccable ##### Vincent Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan 27 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities There is not much to say over and above What others have said. Stayed with my daughter for 2 nights, and enjoyed bathing in the pools above the waterfall, extensive and safe trails. Be really careful walking around the waterfall as help is a long way off if needed. A 24-hour chorus of wildlife seems to change every few minutes. The chocolate is absolutely fantastic. We slept in and had all of our meals in the lodge. The food was delicious and unique. With each meal was a different kind of freshly made juice. The staff are all very helpful and friendly, and are obviously just as happy to be there. Thank you ##### Jonathan Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A beautiful place to get away from the crowds at all the national parks. It’s about an hour up a bumpy dirt road so i definitely recommend a vehicle with 4 wheel drive. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! They grow most of the food on site, and each meal is fresh and delightful. There are hiking trails and beautiful ponds and waterfalls. There are two outdoor yoga decks for self guided meditation. A special thanks to the manager, Fabiola, who went above and beyong to make us feel comfortable! This place is a hidden gem. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin 27 Nov 2018 Superschöner Aufenthaltlt inmitten drr Nstur mit eigenem Trailmund Möglichkeit am Wasserfall zu svhwimmen. Sehr familiär, sehr sauberes und dchönes Zimmer. Zimmer mit Ausblick. Absolut freundliches Personal. Achtung - Im Navi 'Villas Lspas' eingeben, damit man die richti e Strasse erwisvht. Ielmn ##### Karin Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### eulabeans, New Mexico 24 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful ecolodge, good birding After the 50-minute drive from the highway, in 2d gear nearly all the way, I was hopeful that Macaw Lodge would provide everything we needed so that we needn't drive at all while there. This proved true. Staff was welcoming, coming out to meet us and carrying our luggage to our room. They were helpful and generous at every turn; Alvin found us out walking and offered a tour, with tastings, of the fruit orchard and vegetable gardens. The grounds are beautiful, with gardens thoughtfully planted. We purchased the full-board plan, and the food was very good and plentiful. Our room in the lodge was very comfortable, though if we were staying for longer than a couple nights, we'd probably want to rent one of the cabins to have a little more space. Our room offered large screened windows overlooking the ponds below, perfect for a couple of birders wanting to see birds coming to the pond. Birding was good right around the lodge, with a large variety of species coming to a couple of fruiting trees right above the parking lot. NOTE: the Googlemap directions linked to the website send you up Rt. 320 if you are coming from the northwest - this road is significantly rough, potholed, and slow going for much of the way. When we left, we asked a couple of fellows in the nearest town which way to go to get to a coastal town southeast of Jaco, and they directed us down a different road that was MUCH smoother and more pleasant, and came out at Jaco. Worth taking! ##### eulabeans Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katja, Hamburg 20 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Unser bestes Hotel in Costa Rica Wunderschön angelegte Anlage. Es beginnt mit einer von Palmen und großen Farnen gesäumten Zufahrt. Dazu kommen hübsche Teiche, reizvolle Plätze zum Entspannen und Vögel beobachten, gepflegten Bungalows mit tollen Ausblick. Ein kurzer Wanderweg führt zu einem Wasserfall, ein anderer durch Kakaopflanzen. Die eigene Schokolade ist übrigens köstlich. Sehr freundliches und äußerst hilfsbereites Personal und sehr gute Küche. Rundum TOP. ##### Katja Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurence, Lyon, France 14 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ecolodge epoustouflant Un magnifique hotel de belle facture en symbiose avec la nature. Accueil excellent, chambre superbe. Une belle ballade dans la jungle avec cascades au depart du site. Un diner avec produits de l ecolodge tres bon et à un prix raisonnable. Le concept de l ecolodge est tres interessant, cadre depaysant et relaxant à decouvrir. Son acces est déjà une aventure, et tout à fait jouable en 4x4. Ce fut notre premiere reservation au Costa rica, un tres bon souvenir. ##### Laurence Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Small lodge, amazing grounds for relaxing. Amazing gardens, beautiful hike to private waterfalls. Has some service issues. Refrigerator was out of order in our deluxe bungalow and kitchen was missing basics like towels, dish rack and utensils. No information was offered about this and it could not be fixed. Personnel is awesome. Food is not a la carte, but it is a pleasurable experience. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael 1 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Paradise Absolutely amazing and wonderful place - the people, flora and fauna, the BIRDS, and waterfall spas and walks. ##### michael ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Dec 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort El hotel es increíble con un concepto ecológico y sustentable. Instalaciones muy cómodas y limpias. Comida muy rica. Una experiencia muy recomendable. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### California Girl, USA 25 Jun 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Only for special type of customer This place is very remote. Super long drive over a slow bumpy road with lots of rocks. The staff does not speak good English and we had communication problems which made me feel badly since I am very courteous and try to be polite and humble, but they did not understand our questions. The rooms were nice but the beds and bedding not the best quality. The food was excellent, but you are limited to eating there, no other choices and it's pricey. The grounds are beautiful, they have the best waterfall! And a natural spa. It's a nice eco lodge, they aspire to be self sustaining and you can feel good about that. ##### California Girl Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose 24 Feb 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great and relaxing Great place for relax and detox time. Eco-friendly lodge with awesome gardens, trails and a waterfall. Bungalows have a great view to the mountains. Excellent and healthy food. Road requieres a 4WD, but it is NOT dangerous, just bumpy. ##### Jose ### 10/10 Excellent #### linda , Montlaur 12 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Un havre de paix en pleine nature Une arrivée dans un très bel endroit, un très bon accueil de Jessica avec un jus de fruit bien frais, une très belle vue sur une pièce d'eau. C'est ce que l'on voit du bâtiment principal. Le jardin est merveilleux et très bien entretenu. Les repas sont très bons. ##### linda ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Sept 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Besondere Lodge!! Wunderschöne Umgebung, auf ökologisch wird sehr viel Wert gelegt. Frühstück und Abendessen super toll, selbstgebackenes Brot, eigener Honig, eigenes Gemüse usw. Anfahrt allerdings schwierig, wobei bei unserer Abfahrt gerade die Straßenbauarbeiter zu Gange waren, also scheint Besserung in Sicht. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene , München,,Bayern 30 Aug 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Eines der besten Hotels in 4 Wochen CR! Super Köchin, vieles wird selbst angebaut. Bungalows traumhaft, mir toller Aussicht und 'mittendrin'. Einer der besten Plätze, um Yoga zu praktizieren! Viele Tiere zu beobachten, mehr als auf so manch geführter Dschungelwanderung. Anlage ist riesig und super in die Umgebung integriert. Personal immer zuvorkommend,,freundlich und aufgeschlossen. Anfahrt etwas anspruchsvoller, mit 4WD und bei Tage jedoch machbar. ##### Irene ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria, Miami 30 Jul 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Just what the doctor ordered. The lodge is beautiful and peaceful. It's exactly what we wanted. Note however that the road to get there is an adventure. Do not drive at night! Also best if not raining or foggy. So if you are renting a car, you need a 4wheel drive SUV. The manager and staff are beyond gracious and accommodating. The food, which is grown entirely on the premises, is just divine. Literally the best food we had in the entire country. Bring your binoculars and camera. The wildlife and birds/bats/insects abound. It's quite spectacular. Can't wait to return. ##### Victoria ### 6/10 Okay #### Veronique, France 2 Apr 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Difficile d acces nous avons mis plus de deux heures pour trouver le lodge. Il est tres mal fléché et au milieu de nulle part gps google maps et waze ont eu du mal a le trouver.une fois la haut n envisagez pas de redescendre pour diner prevoyez la demi pension .Plats imposés!! Le cadre vaut le coup c est tout je ne le conseille pas pour une nuit plus si vous voulez vivre en pleine nature ##### Veronique ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dariusz, Austin 23 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A true retreat This was an experiment, Macaw Lodge is not your typical hotel, it is a remote place of beauty and serenity. It started very well, seeing we were tired after getting there (use a 4WD vehicle and give yourself up to one hour to travel the last 12 miles long stretch of the unpaved road - it is well worth it!) the nice lady at the reception immediately suggested that we go to our room and rest instead of checking in. Our room had no glass windows, instead, one of the walls was just a screened opening. Falling asleep to all the noises from the jungle and nearby ponds and waking up to the birds was an amazing experience. The locally-grown food is well prepared and the breakfast beautifully presented. If you go to Costa Rica for nature, away from the crowds, I highly recommend Macaw Lodge, if you go for zip-lining, parasailing, nightlife and such, this is not your place. ##### Dariusz ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Kristen Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryse 8 Apr 2024 ##### Maryse Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Hotel-Tamarindo-Diria-Beach-Resort.h1108151.Hotel-Information) > > [Makanda by the Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Makanda-By-The-Sea.h2328562.Hotel-Information) > > [Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Samara-Hotels-Azura-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h20586535.Hotel-Information) > > [Lan Kwai Fong Hotel @ Kau U Fong](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hong-Kong-Hotels-Lan-Kwai-Fong-Hotel-Kau-U-Fong.h1445353.Hotel-Information) > > [Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Jardin-Del-Eden-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h2818928.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Belmar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Hotel-Belmar.h37178213.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drake-Bay-Hotels-Casa-Corcovado-Jungle-Lodge.h19460167.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Wyndham-Tamarindo.h10356916.Hotel-Information) > > [Kamari Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corfu-Hotels-Kamari-Apartments.h12829237.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanctum London Belsize Road](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Sanctum-London-Belsize-Road.h16710795.Hotel-Information) > > [El Remanso Rainforest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-El-Remanso-Lodge.h11640675.Hotel-Information) > > [Poas Volcano Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vara-Blanca-Hotels-Poas-Volcano-Lodge.h5259118.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Observatory-Lodge-Spa.h11820519.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Magic-Mountain-SPA-Conference-Center.h1636277.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Heliconias-Nature-Lodge.h8386216.Hotel-Information) > > [Cloud Forest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Monteverde-Cloud-Forest-Lodge.h2050850.Hotel-Information) > > [Koora Hotel by Sandglass](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Hotel-Aguti-Lodge-Reserve.h33594530.Hotel-Information) > > [Aparthotels Split](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Split-Apart-Hotels.d3255-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Villa Lapas Jungle Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaco-Hotels-Villa-Lapas-Jungle-Village.h1330482.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Oxford-City-Centre.h36762018.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Luna Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Casa-Luna-Hotel-Spa.h2305532.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Crumlin (BFS) to Vienna (VIE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bfs/vie/belfast-to-vienna) > > [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Chauchina (GRX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/grx/birmingham-to-granada) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Seville (SVQ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/svq/glasgow-to-seville) ### Activities > [Things to do in Poole](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Poole.d5659.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Reykjavik Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik.d6054688.Holidays-City-Breaks)