Kenaki Lodge

3.0 star property

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Bungalow Doble con cocina equipada | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bungalow Quadruple con cocina equipada | Private kitchen
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June

Explore the area

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Cahuita 3,5 km, sobre Playa Grande, Cahuita, Limon
  • Place, Playa Grande
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Negra Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Cahuita
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Estandar Habitacion Estandar Doble - Cama Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bungalow Doble con cocina equipada

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bungalow Quadruple con cocina equipada

  • Garden view
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cahuita

At Kenaki Lodge you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Playa Grande and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Negra Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Cahuita hotel you'll find Punta Uva Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Grande - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Negra Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Playa Cahuita - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 42 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Kawe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante sobre las Olas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Reggae Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Del Rita Paty's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Restaurant Cahuita National Park - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Kenaki Lodge

Kenaki Lodge offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kenaki Lodge also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cahuita hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2011
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Kenaki Lodge offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 for adults and USD 8 for children

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2011
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 12 for adults and from USD 8 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3102538509

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kenaki Lodge Hotel
Kenaki Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge
Kenaki Lodge Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge Costa Rica/Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge Hotel Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kenaki Lodge?

Kenaki Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kenaki Lodge?

As of 4 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kenaki Lodge on 5 June 2026 start from AU$102, 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 Kenaki Lodge?

Yep, Kenaki Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kenaki Lodge?

Yep, Kenaki Lodge is a short 7-minute walk from Playa Grande. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and body boarding.

Does Kenaki Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kenaki Lodge?

No, Kenaki Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kenaki Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kenaki Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kenaki Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely and the grounds were beautiful. The breakfast with a view were amazing. The owner was super friendly and helpful. I wish I had been there during turtle hatching season. Maybe next time :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

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

Perfect

We were very satisfied and we expected our stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saundra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and comfortable. The charm of the room made the stay very relaxing. We didn’t miss not having a television. The internet was slow so don’t expect to get any work done if you planned on working instead of enjoying the nearby beach.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hostess was nice but due to having no windows it was extremely hot in the room at night. Also the owner has dogs that like to bark when anyone drove by no matter the hour. Luckily the hostess worked with us and let us cancel our reservation to find a more quiet place that had windows and ac.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Hotel is located in the “jungle” It’s better to have a car because to the city is 1 hour walking. On the other hand your “private” beach is just in front of the hotel access the road and crossing short distance in “jungle” 2 minutes from your room. The beach is wild, but empty with big waves, warm water also during the rain. The owners are super friendly and kind. They prepare breakfast according to your preferences. Room is clean quite well equipped. You’re in jungle, you should expect there are insects and bugs around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness
Well this is my first time on that side of Costa Rica and my overall opinion of the property was OK the hot water worked and neither one of our rooms and nobody seem to care to fix it the breakfast was a little bit pricey most places include a free breakfast The beach was black sand not a very pretty beach no stores are close by and the walk to town is a good one I probably cannot stay there again due to the fact that it was too far from anywhere to eat but for the price it wasn’t bad the owner was a friendly lady
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kitzya

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

Zen Lodge

It was a great stay. I think initially after a day of travel we were jarred by the lack of ac but honestly you adjust easily. The host was very friendly and helpful. A very calm relaxing stay, nice place to go to if you truly want to detach from regular life.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Isabelle et Roberto sont très sympas. Leurs petits déjeuners maisons sont excellents et très consistants, avec notamment le plat local composé de riz et de haricots rouges. Leur jardin est un parc à lui tout seul que Roberto peut vous faire découvrir si vous en avez la curiosité. Les nombreux arbres fruitiers attirent toutes sortes d’oiseaux tropicaux que vous tenterez d’apercevoir dans les parcs nationaux. A ne pas rater si vous faites étape à Cahuita.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Geir

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Hyggelig og rolig sted i naturomgivelser

Flott beliggenhet 100 meter fra en strand hvor vi aldri så noen andre. Litt halvslitne rom, men fint nok - senga knirket noe voldsomt. Hadde ikke kjøleskap på rommet, men kunne bruke det på felleskjøkkenet, 50 meter unna, så det funket greit. Vær forberedt på å bli vekket av brølapene i trærne utenfor ved soloppgang i 5-tiden. Nærmeste spisested ligger 1,5 kilometer unna, 20 minutters gange på en grussti gjennom skogen. Evt kjører man inn til Cahuita på 6-7 minutter. Bra wifidekning på terrassen, dårlig på rommene.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

serge

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

Nature sauvage et tranquillitée

Gens accueillants et chaleureux, accommodants, belle grande chambre, dormir au son de la mer et dés animaux sauvages, belle occasion de s’immerger dans la vie réelle du Costa Rica. Excellent déjeuner copieux avec produits locaux. Belle grande plage privée. Nous le recommandons fortement pour les amoureux de la nature et de la tranquilitée.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness

Expensive not worth

The breakfas was included but never get the breakfast, because the owners are not there to make the breakfast they are walking on the beach and don't care about serving the breakfast, second the ceiling fan in the room are VERY VERY dirty see photos, it is not good for the price for this place the price is not more than $60 max...I want add photos of the ceiling fan here but it not work ... But it is REALLY VERY DIRTY Never again I recommend 100% El Encanto
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Valérie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour agréable, lodge bien situé en bord de plage et très tranquille. Difficile à trouver toutefois si on ne vient pas directement de Cahuita. Petit déjeuner copieux avec jus de fruits frais .
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Iddar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Lindo y una atención increíble

Me agrado pero la cama es muy mala, por el precio esperaría un colchón de mejor calidad es muy malo e incómodo se puede se pueden sentir las tablas. El lugar es muy lindo pero creo que a los cuartos les falta privacidad. La atención es increíble y súper amables.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bel endroits qui nécessiterait des travaux

L emplacement est tres chouette en face d une plage sauvage et deserte. Helas les logements nécessiteraient une remise en états, tout est vieillissant, les litteries sont en mauvais états. La promiscuité des chambres et du logement des propriétaires crée un environnement bruyant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodolphe

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

Excellent séjour de 2 nuits à Cahuita

Excellent séjour de 2 nuits au Kenaki Lodge. Isabelle et Roberto sont des hôtes aimables et passionnés par leur travail. L’hôtel est très bien situé : face à la plage et très arboré. Les petits-déjeuner sont faits main, de saison et d’une grande fraîcheur.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Charles O.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 1 Night Walked away

This place was the worst. The bed was so bad my back aches the next day, you can literally see the springs through the thread bare linens. The blankets were so used, I wouldn’t expect my dog to sleep on them. We came back one afternoon to termite waste on our bed, it was more than we could take. We happily walked away from the entire weeks pre-payment with no regrets. We use VRBO all the time, and this was without a doubt the worst place we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Viaje Familiar

El servicio del personal es excelente, lo q hizo la estadía muy bonita para toda la familia. La ubicación es excelente, a pasos de Playa Negra (25 metros). La razon principal para no calificar este Hotel como excelente es el la falta de privacidad en los cuartos, ya que lo q los divide son simples cortinas y hacia falta un mejor equipamiento en los utensilios de cocina. Teniendo en cuenta las altas temperaturas y alta humedad en el caribe de Costa Rica, tener aire acondicionado adicional estaria acorde al precio q se paga actualmente y haria la estadía un rotundo 100.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Si bien el WiFi nunca funcioni, y como lei anteriormente el desayuno no es muy variado, el lugar es impecable. Desde la limpieza hasta el trato del personal. Nos quedamos 5 noches y si bien es demasiado para lo ofrece Cahuita, no nos arrepentimos. Excelente Kenaki Lodge
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, including their own sloth! Friendly and helpful people. Very cool turtle hatchery.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La cabaña es muy amplia y cómoda, rodeada de naturaleza. Los dueños son muy amables. La zona en general es muy caliente y húmeda por lo que se requiere de un buen ventilador (aire acondicionado casi no manejan en la zona), desafortunadamente el de nuestra habitación no funcionaba y al ser un lugar tan alejado de la capital no pudieron mandarlo a arreglar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Relaxing beachfront stay

A lovely, relaxing place to stay right on the beachfront. Stayed in the cottage and it is very well equipped for a little getaway home from home, while the regular rooms seem perfectly comfortable for short trips or where self catering option isn't needed. The owner, Isabelle, is also very friendly and welcoming. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heinz-Jürgen

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

Sehr schöne Lodges in grandioser Lage.

Isabelle and Roberto manage the lodge carefully and very friendly. The photos correspond to reality. The breakfast is appealing, tasty and good. The whole property is clean and well maintained. Only minus point: wifi is weak to very weak. The location is grandiose. It is only a few meters to the wonderful lonely beach over a hardly used field road. The lodges are rustically furnished. The decisive: Location, location, location! Again and again gladly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019