Kakao Lodge & Garden Rio Celeste - Bijagua

Kakao Lodge & Garden Rio Celeste - a family-run nature lodge with guided wildlife tours and a garden full of frogs, toucans, and sloths

Amenities & Services

Kakao Lodge & Garden Rio Celeste provides a sun terrace and a lush garden for guests. The property offers a concierge service and a tour desk for activity planning. Board games and puzzles are available, and the hotel has facilities for disabled guests with grab rails in toilets.

Rooms & Garden

Guest rooms at Kakao Lodge include private bathrooms, air conditioning, and garden views. Some rooms offer a balcony with seating and a work desk. The hotel provides family rooms that accommodate up to four guests.

Dining & Local Culture

A vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast is served each morning in the garden dining area. Breakfast includes local specialities like homemade tortillas, fresh fruits, and pancakes. The hotel also offers a tour about local culture, including a demonstration of cacao grinding.

Activities & Tours

The hotel organizes bike tours and walking tours for guests. A guided night tour allows guests to see red-eyed leaf frogs in the garden. The property also has a small frog walk trail next to the parking lot.

Location & Surroundings

Kakao Lodge is located 53 miles from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from Río Celeste and close to Upala Canyon. The main street of Bijagua with restaurants and supermarkets is a short walk away.

• Location: 53 miles from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, 20 min from Río Celeste
• Rooms: Garden-view rooms with private bathroom and balcony options
• Dining: Daily vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast with local specialities
• Activities: Guided night tours and nature walks on property
• Family: Family rooms, board games, and cacao grinding demonstration