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(food and lodging US$45), a good idea if you are there to watch hatching in the wee
hours.
Sleeping & Eating
Playa Bluff Lodge
LODGE $$$
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( 6798-8507;
www.playablufflodge.com
; d incl breakfast US$110; )
This highly recommen-
ded lodge is run by a welcoming Dutch family. Rooms are modern and attractive, nestled
into a rainforest location with lily ponds and huge trees with the occasional sloth. A boon
for families, its casual onsite bar-restaurant (open to nonguests) features a billiard table
and kids' area. There's also a pool, an exotic frog diorama and jungle treks (US$45).
The location is literally the end of the road, 8km from Bocas, across from the beach.
Transfers are included with a three-night stay.
Tesoro Escondido
CABIN $$$
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( 6782-0512;
www.tesoroescondido.info
; d/tr from US$35/50, 2-/3-/4-person cabins US$65/
80/95)
Exuding a very homespun charm, this seafront lodge with thatched cottages
works its magic. But it's not for everyone - the overgrown rainforest means there might
be unwelcome visitors. Mosaic tables and recycled-bottle construction lend a bohemian
air, but its most remarkable feature is the Swiss cooking. Can you say best chocolate ever
tasted? Guests dine on fixed menus (US$10 to US$14) with fab desserts.
Snorkel gear is free to borrow. It's located on the right just before Playa Bluff.
Bluff Beach Retreat
INN $$$
$$$
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( 6677-8867;
www.bluffbeachretreat.com
; Playa Bluff; 2-/4-person cabins US$250/325;
9-person house US$795; )
This lush property facing Playa Bluff makes the per-
fect honeymoon getaway. One large home with a lap pool and two smaller cabins feature
open floor plans, lovely hardwood details and slatted windows that keep out the sun and
prevent the need for air-conditioning. Guests get the use of bicycles; it's also the site of
yoga retreats with the Canadian owner.
