Mawamba Lodge

Lodge
9,0
/10
Exceptional
256 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

David

10,0
/ 10
This is my second time in Tortuguero but my first at Mawamba. I’d seen the beautiful grounds before and wanted to experience it in person, This is a nature lovers paradise! The grounds are beautifully maintained with native plants, lots of walking trails which are inviting to so much wildlife including toucans, orenpendula, parrots, macaws, red eyed tree frogs and so much more. Tortuguero National Park is a short walk away and I went there often. But I love the tours that Mawamba offers, kayak tours, birding tours, canal tours and an enjoyable floating restaurant. Rather than hop around all over Costa Rica, I spent nearly a week, and I’m glad I did. The staff is very accommodating, the food is good and the guides area amazingly skilled in the history of the area, the natural heritage and spotting wildlife. I’m very impressed and I will definitely return.

Kate

10,0
/ 10
Comfortable lodge, staff were friendly and helpful. Plenty of wildlife surrounding the property and a brief walk into Tortuguero town.

Ashley

10,0
/ 10
This place is awesome. I would definitely recommend to stay here again and I would stay here if I ever come back here.
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Tortuguero Canals, Colorado, Pococí, Limón, Costa Rica, 10980-1000

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Mawamba Lodge is located in area / city Colorado.
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General


Near Tortuguero National Park

Location


When you stay at Mawamba Lodge in Colorado, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Tortuguero National Park and Playa Tortuguero. This beach lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tortuguero National Park Office and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cuatro Esquinas Island.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Playa Tortuguero - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Tortuguero National Park Office - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Tortuguero National Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Cuatro Esquinas Island - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Sea Turtle Conservancy - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Caribbean Conservation Corporation - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Canadian Organization for Tropical Education & Rainforest Conservation - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge - 50.5 km / 31.4 mi

Facilities


Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.

Dining


At Mawamba Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9 AM.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 54 individually decorated guestrooms. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast
  • Poolside bar
  • Buffet breakfast

Things to Do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Outdoor facilities

General

  • Banquet
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box

Hotel Services

  • Laundry service

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Mawamba Lodge

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
12:30 - 20:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
, Guests must transfer via airplane or boat to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. The front desk is open daily from 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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Popular Facilities
Restaurant, Swimming Pool, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 12:30 - 20:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Mawamba Lodge
54
Number of floors in Mawamba Lodge
1
Another facilities in Mawamba Lodge
Breakfast, Poolside bar, Buffet breakfast, Outdoor pool, Garden

Frequently asked question in Mawamba Lodge

What are available facilities at Mawamba Lodge?
There are top facilites at Mawamba Lodge such as Restaurant, Swimming Pool, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Mawamba Lodge?
The standard check-in time at Mawamba Lodge is starting from 12:30 - 20:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Mawamba Lodge provide breakfast?
Yes, Mawamba Lodge provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Mawamba Lodge?
Mawamba Lodge is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Mawamba Lodge have?
Mawamba Lodge has 1 floors.
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9,0
Exceptional
From 256 reviews
Cleanliness

9,4

Room Comfort

8,0

Service and Facilites

8,6

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Diane
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with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great place to stay!
David
10,0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent hotel with everything you need for a great trip
Sara
10,0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Bed was amazing and the rooms beautifully decorated and clean. Perfect!
David
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10,0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This is my second time in Tortuguero but my first at Mawamba. I’d seen the beautiful grounds before and wanted to experience it in person, This is a nature lovers paradise! The grounds are beautifully maintained with native plants, lots of walking trails which are inviting to so much wildlife including toucans, orenpendula, parrots, macaws, red eyed tree frogs and so much more. Tortuguero National Park is a short walk away and I went there often. But I love the tours that Mawamba offers, kayak tours, birding tours, canal tours and an enjoyable floating restaurant. Rather than hop around all over Costa Rica, I spent nearly a week, and I’m glad I did. The staff is very accommodating, the food is good and the guides area amazingly skilled in the history of the area, the natural heritage and spotting wildlife. I’m very impressed and I will definitely return.
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Kate
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Comfortable lodge, staff were friendly and helpful. Plenty of wildlife surrounding the property and a brief walk into Tortuguero town.
Gary
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good staff. Shuttle ride uncomfortable. Ceiling fan not working
Ashley
10,0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This place is awesome. I would definitely recommend to stay here again and I would stay here if I ever come back here.
Susanne
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Friends and Family Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room was clean, the bathroom spacious. The staff were friendly and helpful. There was a nice pool.
Amy
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Best hotel of our Costa Rica trip yet. What a special place! The physical space is beautiful. The wildlife on the property and the gardens and general space were exceptional. Loved seeing toucans and monkeys right by our room. Loved walking to the ocean and river and town so easily. Wonderful boat tours of the national park with Steven. He blew us away with his knowledge of the flora and fauna of the area. Great responsiveness to emails and any questions or concerns. Also wonderful night tour with Humberto!
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Anne-Marie
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10,0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent stay at Mawamba lodge. Gardens around the ground are great and we saw sloths and Toucans a short walk from our room. Breakfast was great as was the dinner we had at the restaurant. Pool can get quite busy with families and children. Town is only a short walk away or they can provide a river taxi. Also took part in the tours arranged by the hotel which was fantastic with a very knowledgeable tour guide. Would highly recommend it visiting Tortuguero
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Sarah
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Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 50 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful property. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and the available excursions were well organized and fun. I was a little disappointed there wasn’t any hot water but that is not an unusual thing for the area.
Angeles Electra
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property is amazing, lots of biodiversity .they have many great tours in Tortuguero , highly recommended. A special mention to Diego, our guide,his work was incredible. Also to Chico, the tour driver, and Marlon, our other driver. They were all incredible. We'll be back!!!
Kayleigh
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Leisure
10,0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful property with basic but comfortable & clean accommodation. The beds were comfortable. All the staff we encountered were friendly. Lots of communal areas to chill in hammocks or chairs. Good varierty of food and drink options. Just a 15 minute walk to town.
ISIL
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Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

If you love nature, this place is wonderful!
james
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with Partner
6,0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

First, we had stayed at this hotel in, I believe, 2021and had a very good experience. We booked this visit based on that experience. Your site sent us information stating that basically there was an active COVID infestation and strict sanitary precautions were to be observed, which included intermittent temperature checks. This appeared to come from the hotel but as I found out came from Hotels .com. It took me two days to contact someone from the hotel because no one answered phonecalls or text messages. Finally I was able to contact the hotel via email after speaking with someone on your site. Turns out the information
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Jessica
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Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mawamba lodge was wonderful.
David
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Business and Leisure
4,0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No water pressure at all. Hot water practically not available because of the water pressure. Rooms require upgrade. Metal fixtures rusty. Towels and furnitures are very worned. Br
Linda
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 66 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A really lovely resort with access to both the Tortuguero canal and the Caribbean beach. Great pool, good food, attractive unique rooms. Friendly and attentive staff and excellent communication throughout the booking and stay. Would definitely return.
Carol
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I didn't think the food at the restaurant was cooked very well. Twice I order chicken and it was overcooked. The people who worked there were pleasant enough but it felt like they didn't like their jobs. The only exception was our tour guide. Sadly, I can't remember his name but he was great. He was the guide who met us and went with us to the La Pavona Dock.
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Thomas
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with Partner
2,0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had to change our reservations a few day before we arrived but couldn’t because of the hotels no change policy. We called but no answers. We messaged and they finally answered two days later. We asked for an exception. They said we had to do it through hotels.com. Hotels said we would have to ask the hotel but they couldn’t get a hold of them. Each said we had to contact the other until we missed our check in. All we wanted to do was get in later. In any event, make sure you don’t have to change your plans at all.
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9,0
Exceptional
From 256 reviews
Cleanliness

9,4

Room Comfort

8,0

Service and Facilites

8,6

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Traveler Reviews Mawamba Lodge

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Top reviews
Diane
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with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great place to stay!
David
10,0
/10
Reviewed 18 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent hotel with everything you need for a great trip
Sara
10,0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Bed was amazing and the rooms beautifully decorated and clean. Perfect!
David
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10,0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This is my second time in Tortuguero but my first at Mawamba. I’d seen the beautiful grounds before and wanted to experience it in person, This is a nature lovers paradise! The grounds are beautifully maintained with native plants, lots of walking trails which are inviting to so much wildlife including toucans, orenpendula, parrots, macaws, red eyed tree frogs and so much more. Tortuguero National Park is a short walk away and I went there often. But I love the tours that Mawamba offers, kayak tours, birding tours, canal tours and an enjoyable floating restaurant. Rather than hop around all over Costa Rica, I spent nearly a week, and I’m glad I did. The staff is very accommodating, the food is good and the guides area amazingly skilled in the history of the area, the natural heritage and spotting wildlife. I’m very impressed and I will definitely return.
Read More
Kate
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Comfortable lodge, staff were friendly and helpful. Plenty of wildlife surrounding the property and a brief walk into Tortuguero town.
Gary
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good staff. Shuttle ride uncomfortable. Ceiling fan not working
Ashley
10,0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This place is awesome. I would definitely recommend to stay here again and I would stay here if I ever come back here.
Susanne
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The room was clean, the bathroom spacious. The staff were friendly and helpful. There was a nice pool.
Amy
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Best hotel of our Costa Rica trip yet. What a special place! The physical space is beautiful. The wildlife on the property and the gardens and general space were exceptional. Loved seeing toucans and monkeys right by our room. Loved walking to the ocean and river and town so easily. Wonderful boat tours of the national park with Steven. He blew us away with his knowledge of the flora and fauna of the area. Great responsiveness to emails and any questions or concerns. Also wonderful night tour with Humberto!
Read More
Anne-Marie
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent stay at Mawamba lodge. Gardens around the ground are great and we saw sloths and Toucans a short walk from our room. Breakfast was great as was the dinner we had at the restaurant. Pool can get quite busy with families and children. Town is only a short walk away or they can provide a river taxi. Also took part in the tours arranged by the hotel which was fantastic with a very knowledgeable tour guide. Would highly recommend it visiting Tortuguero
Read More
Sarah
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 50 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful property. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and the available excursions were well organized and fun. I was a little disappointed there wasn’t any hot water but that is not an unusual thing for the area.
Angeles Electra
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property is amazing, lots of biodiversity .they have many great tours in Tortuguero , highly recommended. A special mention to Diego, our guide,his work was incredible. Also to Chico, the tour driver, and Marlon, our other driver. They were all incredible. We'll be back!!!
Kayleigh
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10,0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful property with basic but comfortable & clean accommodation. The beds were comfortable. All the staff we encountered were friendly. Lots of communal areas to chill in hammocks or chairs. Good varierty of food and drink options. Just a 15 minute walk to town.
ISIL
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

If you love nature, this place is wonderful!
james
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6,0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

First, we had stayed at this hotel in, I believe, 2021and had a very good experience. We booked this visit based on that experience. Your site sent us information stating that basically there was an active COVID infestation and strict sanitary precautions were to be observed, which included intermittent temperature checks. This appeared to come from the hotel but as I found out came from Hotels .com. It took me two days to contact someone from the hotel because no one answered phonecalls or text messages. Finally I was able to contact the hotel via email after speaking with someone on your site. Turns out the information
Read More
Jessica
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mawamba lodge was wonderful.
David
icon-Business and Leisure
Business and Leisure
4,0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No water pressure at all. Hot water practically not available because of the water pressure. Rooms require upgrade. Metal fixtures rusty. Towels and furnitures are very worned. Br
Linda
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 66 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

A really lovely resort with access to both the Tortuguero canal and the Caribbean beach. Great pool, good food, attractive unique rooms. Friendly and attentive staff and excellent communication throughout the booking and stay. Would definitely return.
Carol
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I didn't think the food at the restaurant was cooked very well. Twice I order chicken and it was overcooked. The people who worked there were pleasant enough but it felt like they didn't like their jobs. The only exception was our tour guide. Sadly, I can't remember his name but he was great. He was the guide who met us and went with us to the La Pavona Dock.
Read More
Thomas
icon-with Partner
with Partner
2,0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had to change our reservations a few day before we arrived but couldn’t because of the hotels no change policy. We called but no answers. We messaged and they finally answered two days later. We asked for an exception. They said we had to do it through hotels.com. Hotels said we would have to ask the hotel but they couldn’t get a hold of them. Each said we had to contact the other until we missed our check in. All we wanted to do was get in later. In any event, make sure you don’t have to change your plans at all.
Read More
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