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chairs. It also has a restaurant, two bars (canal-side and poolside), a massage room, a soc-
cer pitch and a GaudÃ-esque reception area.
Pachira Lodge
LODGE
2257-2242, 2256-6340;
www.pachiralodge.com
;
2-night package per adult/child
US$299/150; )
A sprawling compound set on 5 landscaped hectares of land, this 88-room hotel with
turtle-shaped pool is a popular family spot. Pristine, brightly painted clapboard bungalows
with shared terraces house blocks of rooms that sleep up to four. Cribs and children's beds
are available.
Mawamba Lodge
LODGE
2293-8181, 2709-8181;
www.mawamba.com
; 2-night package per adult/child
US$299/150; )
With pool tables, foosball, a mosaic swimming pool, and butterfly and frog gardens, this
lodge sits between the canal and Tortuguero's main turtle-nesting beach, within walking
distance of town. Simple wood-paneled rooms have firm beds, good fans and spacious
bathrooms with hot water. All are fronted by wide verandas with hammocks and rocking
chairs.
Hotel Aninga & Spa
LODGE
adult/child US$299/150; )
One of the trio of lodges run by the Pachira Group, this place 1km north of the village has
similar grounds and facilities to the adjacent Pachira Lodge, along with Tortuguero's only
spa. Nonguests can make appointments for massages (US$40 to US$80) and other treat-
ments here.
Eating
Taylor's Place
CARIBBEAN
(mains US$7-10;
6-8:30pm)
