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showers and small, private terraces. The perfectly landscaped grounds contain an impress-
ive mosaic-tile pool with a swim-up bar. It's along the road forking off the main Playa
Negra road about 2km northwest of Cahuita.
Coral Hill Bungalows
BUNGALOW
2755-0479, 2755-0554;
www.coralhillbungalows.com
; d incl breakfast
US$136; )
Popular with honeymooners, these three immaculate private bungalows in a wildlife-
friendly garden setting are done up with tropical decor: polished-wood floors, bamboo fur-
niture, mosquito nets, hand-painted ceramic sinks and porches with hammocks and leather
rocking chairs. Luxuries include pillow-top mattresses, high-thread-count sheets, fresh
flowers and full breakfasts served by the gracious American hosts. Follow signs from Reg-
gae Restaurant.
Goddess Garden
LODGE
5-night packages incl lodging & 3 meals daily US$1320-1450; )
Surrounded by old-growth jungle (including an awe-inspiring 'Goddess Tree'), this place at
the end of the Playa Negra road is geared toward larger groups and yoga retreats, but inde-
pendent travelers looking for a peaceful, meditative five- to seven-day immersion experi-
ence are also welcome.
Kenaki Lodge
BUNGALOW
low US$124/124/237; )
Directly opposite Playa Grande (the next beach north of Playa Negra), this appealing new
place is the creation of Parisian expatriate Isabelle and Costa Rican tae kwon do master
Roberto. Three bright, high-ceilinged modern rooms, an older triple bungalow and two
brand-new bungalows with satellite TV and modern kitchen fixtures surround a spacious
landscaped yard and a wooden breakfast deck.
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