Puerto Viejo Travel Guide

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Selva Verde Lodge

Selva Verde Lodge

3 out of 5
Chilamate Puerto Viejo Heredia
The price is £130 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£130
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Puerto Viejo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Costa Rica Best ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (182 reviews)
"Selva Verda is in a beautiful location on the Sarapiqui river, slightly further off the tourist trail but a true eco-lodge. Great place to stay to immerse yourself in the Costa Rican rainforest and spot wildlife. We spotted a lot within the lodge area. I would recommend the guided nature hike which ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Selva Verde Lodge
Ara Ambigua Lodge

Ara Ambigua Lodge

3 out of 5
400m North of the Church in La Guaria Puerto Viejo Heredia
The price is £92 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£92
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Puerto Viejo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions La Selva Biological Station and Costa Rica Best ...
8.4/10 Very good! (77 reviews)
"Good breakfast included, comfy beds and helpful front desk. Wait staff was attentive."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Ara Ambigua Lodge
Gran Gavilan del Sarapiqui Lodge

Gran Gavilan del Sarapiqui Lodge

3 out of 5
Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí, Heredia Puerto Viejo Heredia
The price is £116 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£116
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Viejo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions La Selva Biological Station and Costa Rica Best Chocolate ...
9/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
"Top marks to the staff (special thanks to Xavi, Claudia, and Esteban) who made this the best hotel during our trip as their service was with a genuine smile and helpfulness. The rooms are very simple (youth hostel standard) but it is well-kept. The surroundings (lots of birds) are magical and fresh ..."

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Gran Gavilan del Sarapiqui Lodge
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Río Sarapiquí Lodge

Río Sarapiquí Lodge

4 out of 5
Barrio El Muelle Puerto Viejo Heredia
Stay at this villa in Puerto Viejo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions La Selva Biological Station and Costa Rica Best Chocolate ...
Río Sarapiquí Lodge
Lodging Casas Sol

Lodging Casas Sol

chilmate Heredia
Stay at this holiday home in Puerto Viejo. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Costa Rica Best Chocolate and Tirimbina Rainforest Center are located ...
Lodging Casas Sol
The Horquettes Conquest +Pool+Trail

The Horquettes Conquest +Pool+Trail

Sarapiqui
Stay at this cottage in Puerto Viejo. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions La Selva Biological Station and Costa Rica Best Chocolate are located ...
The Horquettes Conquest +Pool+Trail
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Stay near popular Puerto Viejo attractions

San Agustin Church

6.0/5 (1 review)
After visiting San Agustin Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.
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Things to do

Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class III-IV

Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV

£126
per adult
Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV
Class III White Water Rafting for 3 Hours in the Sarapiqui River

Whitewater Rafting on the Sarapiquí River, Costa Rica – Class III

£82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whitewater Rafting on the Sarapiquí River, Costa Rica – Class III
Best Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica, Class II-III

Sarapiquí River Family Rafting Adventure Class II & III

£126
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarapiquí River Family Rafting Adventure Class II & III
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Cities near Puerto Viejo

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Sarapiqui