The Tranquilo Lodge

4.0 star property
Adults-only beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools
Property preview
Black sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Panoramic Villa, Multiple Beds, Ocean View
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Camino Aerodromo - Bahía Drake, Drake Bay, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, Drake Bay Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Colorada
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Villa, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Villa, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Honeymoon Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fan
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Drake Bay

At The Tranquilo Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Drake Bay Beach and Playa Colorada. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and detox wraps along with aromatherapy and reflexology. The hotel's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym along with access to horse riding/hire and kayaking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Drake Bay hotel you'll find Corcovado National Park.

What's nearby

  • Drake Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Playa Colorada - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • School & Soccer Field - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead - 9 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Parque Nacional Corcovado - 56 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Drake Bay (DRK) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marea Alta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coco Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Claudio's Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mar y Bosque - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kalaluna Bistro - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Tranquilo Lodge

Adults-only beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at The Tranquilo Lodge, and enjoy summer activities such as surfing/body boarding and snorkelling.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Drake Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq. m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Tranquilo Lodge offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room espresso makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a shower and slippers. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Beach yoga
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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 property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 21 September 2025 to 6 November 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 15 September to 6 November:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Tranquilo Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 45 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach towels
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • Wired Internet access (may be limited)

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

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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, debit cards and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Tranquilo Meals Included
The Tranquilo Lodge All inclusive
The Tranquilo Lodge All Meals Included
The Tranquilo Lodge - All meals included Hotel
The Tranquilo Lodge - All meals included Drake Bay
The Tranquilo Lodge - All meals included Hotel Drake Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Tranquilo Lodge?

Yep, The Tranquilo Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Tranquilo Lodge?

Yep, The Tranquilo Lodge is a short 15-minute walk from Drake Bay Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Is there a spa on site at The Tranquilo Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Swedish massages.

Does The Tranquilo Lodge have a pool?

The Tranquilo Lodge has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

What makes The Tranquilo Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Tranquilo Lodge.

Is The Tranquilo Lodge family-friendly?

No, The Tranquilo Lodge is an adults-only property.

Does The Tranquilo Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free full brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Tranquilo Lodge?

No, The Tranquilo Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Tranquilo Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from September 15 until November 6.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Tranquilo Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Tranquilo Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.