Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge

Top choice in Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa


Nestled into a 65-hectare private reserve, Nicuesa is a wonderful retreat and ecolodge. The dreamy accommodations come with canopied beds, indigenous textile spreads and garden showers. On the grounds, guests can explore 6km of jungle trails, swim and snorkel along a deserted beach, and take advantage of daily yoga classes. A fascinating site tour showcases the lodge's impressive efforts toward sustainability.

Two-night minimum stay; the lodge is closed October and the first half of November.


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