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Shawandha Ecolodge

Property class: 3

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A room with a sloped ceiling, wooden furniture, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a beige bedspread, and a view of an outdoor area with a thatched roof.
A cozy, triangular-roofed room with wooden furniture and a central wooden table.
A poolside area with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and a wooden bench.
A wooden cabin with a thatched roof surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Calle Shawandha, Playa Chiquita, Cahuita, 70403
  • Place, Playa Chiquita
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Uva Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Cocles
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with green patterned bedding, a wooden headboard, and a small table with a lamp.

Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A wooden interior with a hammock, a bed, and a view of greenery.

Comfort Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A wooden room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

A wooden room with a hammock, a bed, and a table with a plant.

Deluxe Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

A thatched-roof bungalow with a glass door, two wicker lounge chairs, and a small wooden table.

Design Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Tippie)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A hammock under a thatched roof, a wooden bed with a view of lush greenery, and a wooden floor.

Comfort Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A wooden four-poster bed with a green leaf-patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a wooden desk with a chair.

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View (1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds)

A wooden-roofed room with a hammock, a bed, a table, and chairs.

Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View (1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Bungalow, 3 Single Beds, Garden View

A room with wooden floors, two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Classic Bungalow, 3 Single Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Elite Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

A cozy, well-lit attic bedroom with wooden beams, two beds with green towels, a wooden desk, and a potted plant.

Elite Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

At Shawandha Ecolodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Punta Uva Beach and Playa Chiquita. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to Me Time can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Cahuita hotel include Playa Cocles and Talamanca Family Art.

What's nearby

  • Playa Chiquita - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playa Cocles - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Black Beach - 11 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nema - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salsa Brava - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Koki Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Break - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Shawandha Ecolodge

Shawandha Ecolodge offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Shawandha Ecolodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Cahuita hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Shawandha Ecolodge offers 21 accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This Cahuita hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Me Time. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shawandha Ecolodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 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.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Shawandha Ecolodge Hotel
Shawandha Ecolodge Cahuita
Shawandha Ecolodge Hotel Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Shawandha Ecolodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Yep, Shawandha Ecolodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shawandha Ecolodge?

Yep, Shawandha Ecolodge is a short 15-minute walk from Punta Uva Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Yep, Me Time is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Shawandha Ecolodge have a pool?

Shawandha Ecolodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What makes Shawandha Ecolodge a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shawandha Ecolodge.

Does Shawandha Ecolodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shawandha Ecolodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shawandha Ecolodge?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shawandha Ecolodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Shawandha Ecolodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabins arranged in well landscaped area which gave privacy. Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean, well stocked with modern decor and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is beautiful. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James Lewis

Staff are amazing and so is the property! Will be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gerhard

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
could have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kelvin

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

WIFI

great stay, only exception WIFI! Not the best!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shawandha Ecolodge had incredibly kind and helpful staff. The bungalow was charming and comfortable. The food at the restaurant was tasty and plentiful. The only thing that made my stay less than ideal was the construction 2 bungalows away from me. I understand there’s no truly great time to do construction, but having saws and hammering begin at 8 am and not stop until after 5 pm made it impossible to sleep in or get rest during the daytime, and for me that was kind of a big deal. I was forced to leave the property in order to have quiet. Otherwise this was a fabulous place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kathrina

The property grounds are beautiful. Location is great. We stayed in one of the new cabins with two beds, perhaps specifically catered for a family (we had two young kids ages 9 and 12). It has a beautiful outdoor bathroom attached to the cabin (shower, toilet, sinks are all open with a half wall and greenery to provide some cover. The odd thing is the door only locks from the outside and there's no way to lock it when you're inside the cabin...so as a young family, it didn't feel as safe knowing the bathroom door remains unlocked at night. Breakfast was fine. Might be useful to use small fans or citronella candles to keep the huge groups of flies trying to eat the food (despite the serving dishes being covered). The pool is also lovely and it's helpful that the beach is just a brief 5-10 minute walk from the hotel. The staff was helpful and friendly, however, we found many of them seemed to lack a warm welcoming vibe - the only one who truly exuded that kind of hospitality was Ilse. She made great recommendations and seemed to truly care that guests enjoy their visit. While it can be viewed as family-friendly, I would recommend it for couples or families with older children (maybe older teens).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Andreas

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, we were seduced by the beautiful pictures on the net, which must be a „little older “. Our bungalow did not correspond to the description - so the windows had no panes, but only nets. With it you can live well in the jungle, after all you can follow the outside noises perfectly. But the nets were badly damaged. The mattresses were through and under the sheets you should also better not look. When a heavy rain fell, the power initially went out for a long time - even if you are surprised that there is no generator or the garden apparently not well kept in a hotel of this category, also okay. However, we had to find that a huge tree in the parking lot had fallen on several cars and motorcycle rental cars. Our car was also affected-total damage. Not to imagine if we had arrived at the hotel a few minutes later. No one can do anything for that, but for the subsequent handling. We were virtually expelled from the hotel. Communication with police, car rental etc. were not possible. However, the promise to reimburse our accommodation costs - we had just moved into the room - was not respected in retrospect: Expedia as our travel portal referred to the rejection by the hotel. The Shawandha Lodge, in turn, referred to the cancellation policy. Multiple emails and phone calls with employees of the facility could not solve the issue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

JAIME

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La habitación que nos tocó está deteriorada, es evidente que requiere una renovación total. Vimos otros bungalos restaurados que se ven bien, pero no pueden poner fotos de los restaurados y ponerlo a uno en los que están completamente deteriorados, eso es publicidad engañosa.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lugar seguro, muy lindo y Exelente desayuno
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquilo y buen desayuno
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
El hotel es muy bonito y tranquilo, ideal para relajarse. Los bungalows, con su diseño cuidadosamente pensado, son muy cómodos y acogedores. El desayuno es sencillo pero delicioso, con todo lo necesario para empezar bien el día. El único punto negativo es que los bungalows están bastante cerca entre sí y las paredes no aíslan bien el sonido, por lo que cualquier ruido puede llegar a ser molesto para los vecinos.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lugar muy bonito y tranquilo, todo muy limpio, el servicio fue lo esperado. El colchón podría mejorar, no fue terrible pero podría mejorar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Luis F

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Poner al día las instalaciones.

Ocupamos aire acondicionado y renovar instalaciones.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Falta un poco de mantenimiento a las áreas de estar. A pesar de no tener aire acondicionado es cómodo para dormir. El servicio en el desayuno buffet no fue el mejor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JUAN JOSE

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

El mejor servicio posible y el hotel muy bonito

El hotel muy bien, aunque no estaba la casa que pensábamos hablamos rentado, ya que la foto que sale es la de la piscina, pero estaban en remodelación. La comida muy bien, y el servicio inmejorable, muy amables y nos ayudaron en todo, tanto el Perosnal del lobby como del restaurante,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

Great Stay!

A great little place next to the beach and easy access to restaurants and beach life! yet still peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Teepee. Walking down gravel path with roller luggage was awkward. (No bellman or help) Being by pool was nice. Some of the little things could have been better. They sold a bottle of wine in the room but there was no corkscrew. Keys were awkward. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Shae

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There’s zero privacy in these rooms, and we can hear absolutely everything. The people beside us their phone alarm went off at 3am and they started talking and we could hear everything All the bugs, birds, monkeys throughout the night, including anytime a car or motorcycle drove by. For the money that this is a night it’s crazy. And our bedding smells like it hasn’t been washed. There’s a mildew smell in the sheets and comforter.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The Lodge was nice, the internet did not work for the entire week I was staying there. One the front desk lady was rude she had an attitude. The breakfast menu was very limited.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Dürke

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025