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Catarata Eco-Lodge
LODGE
2479-9522;
www.cataratalodge.com
; s/d/tr incl breakfast US$71/77/92;
)
Set at the base of Cerro Chato and surrounded by forest, this place is ideal if you want to
get away from it all (but not too far away, as you're still just 4km from town). The digs are
decent little Spanish-tile and wood rooms, with hammocks strung on the terrace. The res-
taurant is also recommended.
Our only complaint is that we're not sure what makes this an
eco
-lodge. Sure, they care
about the environment and they obviously talk the talk, but do they walk the walk?
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel
HOTEL
fast US$236/290; )
Situated on a private reserve that abuts the Bosque Eterno de Los Niños, this hotel is a nat-
uralist's dream. Part of the property is a working orchard, cattle ranch and fish farm, while
the rest is humid rainforest. Explore it on hiking trails or on horseback. The rooms are nice
but arguably overpriced, while the stylish, spacious bungalows are gorgeous as all get-out.
Drive 11km south of La Fortuna. On the south side of Chachagua, fork right off the
main road and follow the signs on a 2km dirt track that may require a 4WD in the rainy
season.
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
HOTEL
2479-7368;
www.casalunahotel.com
;
s/d incl breakfast US$135/145;
)
The snazziest joint on this rustic road, this walled-off complex initially seems like a gated
community. But, once inside, you'll see that the landscaped gardens and adobe-style
lodgings are lovely. Wooden doors open into 36 elegant, split-level duplexes with tiny
private patios. There's a full menu of spa treatments (facial/massage from US$25/50), and
guests rave about the attentive service.
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