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Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

2.5 star property

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An indoor garden with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and hanging lanterns.
Exterior
A room with wooden ceiling beams, two beds with white linens, a desk with a chair, a table with a remote control, and artwork on the walls.
A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A reception area with a sign reading 'RECEPCIÓN,' a wooden bench, and a balcony with a railing.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
27 June - 28 June

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300m North Palí, Bijagua, Alajuela, 21304
  • Place, Frog's Paradise
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenorio Volcano National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Family Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Family Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and wall decorations.

Comfort Twin Room, Terrace, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, Mountain View

Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a desk, chairs, and a TV.

Panoramic Double Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room, Terrace, Garden View

Comfort Triple Room, Terrace, Garden View

Comfort Triple Room, Terrace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Bijagua

At Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste, you'll be 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Tenorio Volcano National Park and 6 km (3.7 mi) from Tapir Valley Nature Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include dryers and balconies. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this Bijagua hotel include Rio Celeste Waterfall and Las Hornillas Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Frog's Paradise - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park - 16 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 21 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Upala Central Park - 26 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 30 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Sabor de Doña Carmen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizzería El Barrigón - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Marisquería Poro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Danta - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Casona - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

As a guest of Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Bijagua hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes day beds and desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Ecotours

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 8 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.0

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Cacao Rio Celeste Bijagua, Upala
Cacao Rio Celeste Bijagua, Upala
Cacao Rio Celeste
Hotel Cacao Rio Celeste Bijagua
Cacao Rio Celeste Bijagua
Hotel Cacao Rio Celeste
Kakao & Rio Celeste Bijagua
Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste Hotel
Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste Bijagua
Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste Hotel Bijagua

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste?

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste?

As of 26 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste on 27 June 2026 start from AU$69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste?

Yep, Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste has a free self car park.

Is Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste?

No, Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste?

Check-in begins at 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Excellent staff and amazing breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful 1 night stay. Laura was a lovely host and was always on hand to help us! A unique hotel and location, and great for families.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a ton of local charm and full amenities for a good price. Close to town but nice and quiet, and the stuff and owner were very friendly and helpful :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good Enough

Breakfast outside was the best feature. The location within walking distance to town was also good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host is wonderful and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy, clean, quiet room. Loved breakfast and the birds that entertained us while eating. Just beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
There was a musty smell in the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kakao Lodge & Garden Rio Celeste was a very pleasant place to stay for two evenings as we drove and visited various areas within Costa Rica. What stood out to me: - Friendliness of the staff - Clean rooms with excellent air conditioning - FREE excellent home-made breakfast - Staff took us on a short hike to search for red-eye tree frogs Again, the staff stood out. The property manager, Laura, made sure that everything was perfect for our stay. Her English was impeccable and she assisted us by reserving our entrance time to Tenario National Park for us to hike to the beautiful waterfalls. She treated us like old friends and recommended two local restaurants and the Tree Chocolate Farm. We visited all three places and they were all excellent! We will definitely stay here again the next time we pass through the Rio Celeste area. Rick - TX
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough for what a great time we had at Kakao Lodge. I was skeptical at first since I usually like staying in my chain hotels that provide all the normal American comforts. But after staying here, my mind has totally changed. You can't describe how awesome it is to be able to see a half dozen different species of exotic frogs at night, or a sloth while eating breakfast, or tropic birds singing to you in the morning. And don't forget about breakfast. Everyday, we had homemade to order breakfast. Finally, if you're a gym rat like me, there's a gym that's $5/day to drop in that's a 3 minute walk from Kakao Lodge. We were also fortunate enough to be there while the owner, Laura, was there. Her and her husband are delightful people if you're lucky enough to get to meet them as well. If you want to experience the rainforest of Costa Rica while still having a comfy bed to go back to at night, I can't say enough for staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

María Silene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel con excelente atención

Excelente hotel Con un trato espectacular Muy amables y acogedores.
Lo que vivimos en el desayuno 👌🏼
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le petit-déjeuner maison sous la pergola devant les toucans et autres oiseaux La chasse aux grenouilles devant l’hôtel avec la responsable des lieux L’accueil très chaleureux
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Les gens sont vraiment gentils, le soir j' ai pu utiliser les installations de cuisine pour me faire un petit lunch,avec mes enfants,le lendemain nous avons eu un beau déjeuner avec des toucan et autres variétés d'oiseaux, c'est vraiment une place charmante avec un cachet typique de la place et de belles fleurs Il y a pas de frigo dans les chambres,mais eau chaude et air climatisé.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Personnel accueillant, bon emplacement.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nous étions seulement de passage et nous avons apprécié cet hôtel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ginette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La gentillesse du personnel est un bon souvenir. Johnny nos a aussi fait un petit tour explicatif des grenouilles sur le site. La cuisine extérieure et ses déjeuners sont très bons.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Emmerich

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Romm was spacious and quiet. Good location for a trip to the rio celeste.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel adorable, toujours à notre écoute, afin de nous faciliter notre séjour
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and friendly. Room and property was spotless but Kitchen area could have been a little cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KVB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful, spacious & clean - all staff friendly and accomodating - BEST breakfast by far!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience with Juan and Lilly. The kids loved it, its a very different experience than what we are used to. Juan took great care of us when we arrived, and Lilly greeted us every morning with a smile and a great breakfast. She even showed the kids how they make sugar and honey. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heerlijke plek met gastvrije ontvangst

Hartelijke ontvangst door de eigenares en Liliy die voor ons een heerlik sapje serveerde en en rondleiding gaf in hun mooie bloementuin waar de kolibris te zien zijn. Ook een grote eekhoorn kwam de bananen controleren. De plek is en echte aanrader.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vraiment beaucoup d’oiseaux visibles du blacon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

steven

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok close to the park.

Couldn't use a credit card. Their machine wasn't working and wouldn't be fixed by the next day. Charge was $80, beyond my general cash. Had to hit the local ATM. Price seemed high. No breakfast. Room was musty smelling. Staff seemed okay. We had trouble finding it in town. Missed the small sign on the main road. Bathroom nice but hot water was only warm. Floor tile nice but decor austere. Surprising to find AC unit in the room. TV but didn't use it. Supposedly a community kitchen. I don't know if there is coffee there our if we are on our own.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness

Limite

Paiement comptant exigé!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Comme à la maison

Super petit hôtel familial ou les propriétaires sont adorables y compris le petit garçon de 6 ans qui spontanément vient aider ma maman âgée pour descendre les escaliers Petit déjeuner cuisine devant vous c'était parfait