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Nestled into a patch of jungle near the main road, these four thatch-roofed wood and con-
crete bungalows come with minibar, safe, modern bathroom and private terrace with ham-
mock. All guests have access to free bikes. Breakfast is served in an open-air
rancho
sur-
rounded by gardens.
Almonds & Corals Lodge
BUNGALOW
( 2271-3000, in USA 1-888-373-9042;
www.almondsandcorals.com
; incl breakfast & dinner s/d
US$196/250, s/d master ste US$276/350, additional child/adult from US$40/65; )
Buried deep in the jungle, this long-time luxury spot popular with honeymooners has 24
palm-roofed suites connected by wooden boardwalks, with four-poster beds, Jacuzzi tubs
and private patios with hammocks. Rooms are screened in, making them comfortable, but
you'll still be able to enjoy the nightly serenade of insects and frogs. Meals are served
family-style in an open-air dining room.
Selvin's Restaurant
CARIBBEAN
( 2750-0664; mains US$10-18; 8am-8pm Wed-Sun)
Selvin is a member of the extensive Brown family, noted for their charm, and his place is
considered one of the region's best, specializing in shrimp, lobster, a terrific
rondón
and a
succulent chicken
caribeño
(chicken stewed in a spicy Caribbean sauce).
El Refugio
ARGENTINE, INTERNATIONAL
( 2759-9007; mains US$15-25; 5-9pm Thu-Tue)
This tony Argentine-owned restaurant with only five tables is renowned for its rotating
menu of three appetizers, five main dishes and three desserts. New offerings get chalked
up on the board daily, anchored by perennial favorites such as red tuna in garlic,
bife de
entraña
with chimichurri (a marinade of parsley, garlic and spices) and
dulce de leche
crepes. Reserve ahead.
Manzanillo
The chill village of Manzanillo has long been off the beaten track, even since the paved
road arrived in 2003. This little town remains a vibrant outpost of Afro-Caribbean culture
