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Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels

1. Hotel Casa Roland Golfito Resort

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 667 reviews)
Price: $102 nightly, $115 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Great location, clean rooms and great restaurant. , by Jeffry

2. Hotel Los Higuerones

Location: Canoas
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 37 reviews)
Price: $102 nightly, $116 total, Nov 23 - Nov 24, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: The property was beautiful with landscaping, the pool was really nice and the restaurant was fantastic. The rooms are a bit small and for some reason I had a room with 3 twin beds in it and I was solo. All in all I give the room 2 stars and the rest of the property 4. The restaurant staff was helpful and nice., by Laura

3. Banana Bay Marina

A restaurant with a nautical theme, featuring a blue and yellow color scheme, a bar area, and outdoor seating with a view of the sea.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 86 reviews)
Price: $63 nightly, $71 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Clean rooms, good pricing, good staff and the food and drink was excellent, by william

4. Amaka Ocean Living Lodge

A balcony with a view of the sea, a white railing, and a building in the background.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 51 reviews)
Price: $130 nightly, $147 total, Dec 14 - Dec 15, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Great, by Shashikant

5. Cabañas Green House

Location: San Vito
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 1 review)
Price: $101 nightly, $114 total, Nov 14 - Nov 15, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: What a beautiful property! Individual cabanas in a lush setting with lots of birds, squirrels, tropical plants. A really good restaurant and helpful staff! Treat yourself!, by Donna

6. Hotel Emanuel

A building with a white facade, a large column, and pink flowers.

Location: Agua Buena
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 13 reviews)
Review: Great little hotel. Comfortable stay, good breakfast on request. Nothing to complain about. , by Frank

7. Cascata Del Bosco

Location: San Vito
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 38 reviews)
Review: The cabinas are very nice with beautiful views of the mountains and the valley. The staff is wonderful and the food is good. The property is close to the Wilson botanical gardens, which is a must visit attraction. , by Gary

8. Nereus Retreats

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a pool in the background.

Location: Puerto Jiménez
Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 31 reviews)
Price: $112 nightly, $127 total, Nov 18 - Nov 19, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: The food was excellent and hosts too, by Linda

9. Cielo Lodge

A view from an infinity pool overlooking a body of water with a sunset in the background.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 7 reviews)
Price: $347 nightly, $392 total, Nov 14 - Nov 15, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Awesome view, by Jason

10. Las Cruces Biological Station

A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Location: San Vito
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 33 reviews)
Review: Fantastic staff at a spectacular location., by Regina

11. Fish Hook Marina & Lodge

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with boats.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 83 reviews)
Price: $75 nightly, $85 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Unique, by marc

12. Hotel Samoa del Sur

A sunset view over a swimming pool with a large tree in the foreground.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 11 reviews)
Price: $116 nightly, $131 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: The room was clean and the staff was friendly. The pool was great with the sunset ocean view. Very nice small bar next to the pool. My overall stay was good. The only thing I notice is the everything is a little dated. Maybe in the future with a little love the hotel will be fabulous., by Jaden

13. Cabinas Agua Luna Frente al Mar

A beach with boats on the water and mountains in the background.

Location: Puerto Jiménez
Guest rating: 4.6/10 (4 reviews)
Review: The owner/staff went above and beyond to ensure that we enjoyed our stay. , by Kevin

14. Iguana Lodge Beach Resort

A hammock under a bamboo structure in a lush garden with a pool.

Location: Puerto Jiménez
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 72 reviews)
Price: $215 nightly, $243 total, Nov 14 - Nov 15, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Stunning property with sandy beach and very helpful staff., by Heather

15. Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge

A wooden structure with a balcony overlooking lush greenery.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 12 reviews)
Review: This isn’t just a beautiful eco lodge, it’s a life a life experience. You couldn’t chose a more picturesque location surrounded by nature. The building and facilities are clean, the staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is excellent. Their tours and services are great and very reasonably priced. Amazing place to visit !!!! , by Susan

16. Casa Linda Vista Hotel

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the landscape.

Location: Cd Neily
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 49 reviews)
Price: $94 nightly, $106 total, Nov 17 - Nov 18, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: Lovely view. Good bed and linens. Nowhere to hang clothes and no appropriate shelves or desk… Time for thoughtful refurbishing., by Daniela

17. Esquinas Rainforest Lodge

A thatched-roof structure with a central elevated platform, surrounded by lush greenery.

Location: Golfito
Guest rating: 7/10 (Good, 2 reviews)
Price: $402 nightly, $454 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Rio Claro 3-star hotels
Review: The lodge has a beautiful setting in the forest and the facilities fine. Only the food was disappointing and made me feel the lodge is overpriced. Pity., by Anonymous traveler

18. Agua Dulce On The Beach

Location: Puerto Jiménez
Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 196 reviews)
Review: Great Stay. Very nice pool area, and the beach out front is beautiful. , by Darren

19. Hotel Hacienda Don Paolo

A circular pool with a central fountain, surrounded by a building with a red roof and multiple windows.

Location: San Vito
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 10 reviews)
Review: The daily breakfast was always prepared and staff ensured that all dietary needs were met. Office staff was very helpful and professional., by Matthew

20. Hospedaje Bambú

A cluster of wooden cabins with red roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

Location: San Vito
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 1 review)
Review: Excellent! The owners are nice and gentle. Wake up with the sound of birds and look toucans, hummimbirds and a listen a cockcrow far away... Breakfast was amazing and tasty. Yummy! Clean an comfort room. , by Anonymous traveler

Top Rio Claro Hotel Reviews

Amaka Ocean Living Lodge

Address: Marina Golfito Golfito, Golfito, 60601, CR
Location: Golfito
Star rating: 3.5/5
Guest rating: 9.6/10 (51 reviews)
Review: Great, by Shashikant, October 24, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Banana Bay Marina

Address: Km 2, Casa Amarilla, Golfito, Puntarenas, 192-60701, CR
Location: Golfito
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (86 reviews)
Review: This is an excelent option when you're planning to shop in Golfito. The hotel is near (10 min) of the free zone. The rooms are very clean, good security. They food services are excellent, with very good prices., by Anonymous traveler, September 29, 2014, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hotel Casa Roland Golfito Resort

Address: American Zone, Golfito, Puntarenas, 1302-1200, CR
Location: Golfito
Star rating: 3.5/5
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (667 reviews)
Review: Nice hotel, nice staff, comfortable bed. I would defenetly recommend it. The pool area was very pretty and nicely kept. We upgraded to a bigger room than the standard we first booked because it was a little small, and the upgrade was totally worth it., by Anonymous traveler, May 2, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent

Fish Hook Marina & Lodge

Address: km 2, Main Street, Golfito, Puntarenas, 60701, CR
Location: Golfito
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (83 reviews)
Review: Half of the building is over the bay, so walking up to the rail you're guaranteed to see unique birds and small fish...possibly a crocodile or a stingray. The layout is unique in that the guest rooms open right into the dining and bar area. I quickly got used to it and found it convenient. The bar shuts down at 10pm, so unwelcome noise also stops at 10pm. The food is good and the staff is friendly. If you're from the US, be aware that the service culture is different. If you are waiting for..., by Scott, November 18, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent

Cielo Lodge

Address: Cerro Adams, Golfito, Puntarenas, 60701, CR
Location: Golfito
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 10/10 (7 reviews)
Review: Amazing stay! Everything from the views, the rooms, the food, the service, to the activities - all expertly planned and executed. A must stay for your next trip to Costa Rica!, by Taylor, March 16, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Casa Linda Vista Hotel

Address: 200 meters north of Mirador la Torre, Cd Neily, Puntarenas, CR
Location: Cd Neily
Star rating: 3.5/5
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (49 reviews)
Review: No internet, by Joel, November 30, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

Cabañas Green House

Address: San Vito, Coto Brus, Puntarenas, San Vito, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60801, CR
Location: San Vito
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 10/10 (1 review)
Review: What a beautiful property! Individual cabanas in a lush setting with lots of birds, squirrels, tropical plants. A really good restaurant and helpful staff! Treat yourself!, by Donna, September 29, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Esquinas Rainforest Lodge

Address: La Gamba, Golfito, Puntarenas, 60701, CR
Location: Golfito
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 7/10 (2 reviews)
Review: Beautiful rainforest property with good birding opportunity, birds song, cicadas, and frogs, but "touristy", so the natural vibe gets ruined. It seems they cater to tour groups, so not very private or queit. Have to pay for 3 meals a day but on their schedule that's too late for serious birding and not as healthy as I'd prefer. I travel solo and do not enjoy sitting by myself or wasting time I could be out finding birds sitting in a restaurant. I go ut birding before daybreak so, lunch as late..., by Marianne, January 22, 2025, rated 8/10 Good

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