Encanto Lodge consists of several bungalows nestled between river, jungle and garden and is located in Drake and 4 km form the centre. Featuring tropical gardens.
Christopher
United Kingdom
We were picked up from the boat by Edu in a very friendly way as we disembarked onto the beach. It was an exciting trip up river from Sierpe which is the main launch place for Drake Bay. He drove us the twenty minutes or so to the Lodge. Arriving there was one of the highlights of our time in Costa Rica. We picked up his daughters from school on the way which almost made us feel part of the family. Sabrina welcomed us to their lovely veranda style "restaurant" with a salad lunch as looked out over the lagoon and to the Pacific Ocean beyond.
From there we were taken to our tree house which Edu had made using wood from the forest or the beach. It was beautiful with a lovely veranda almost filled by the double hammock. The accommodation was much more luxurious than we had been expecting.
We had supper each night cooked by the family and it was delicious. There are only two lodges and so it feels a really personal experience. Everywhere is very clean but also open to the natural world. The setting is amazing with the forest surrounding you on three sides and then a wonderful view down to the lagoon.
Edu will canoe you across to the beach where there is a wonderful walk along the Pacific and you are very likely to see red macaw and monkeys. He will pick you up later or you can just take a canoe yourself. His canoe tour of the local waterways is also magic.
We did a trip to the Corcovado Reserve and saw a tapir which was very special. We went to San Pedrillo which is nearer to Drake Bay and a bit less busy than some of the other stations. Your hosts will organise this for you as it has to be booked in advance.
Sabrina and Edu are just the most lovely people and do everything they can to make sure your stay with them the best time.
We can't recommend this place highly enough and if we were going back to Costa Rica, we would definitely want to go here again.
Boasting inner courtyard views, Casita happy feet and tours corcovado provides accommodation with patio, around 300 metres from Colorada.
Sabrina
Germany
My stay was at Casita Happy feet was great. Javier and his family make sure you feel like home. The place feels very safe and clean and the kitchen offers everything you need. The room also offers an A/C what is very convenient with the heat.
Also the location is very central but still calm and relaxed. It's not even 5 minutes of walking from the beach, a supermarket is in the same street and many restaurants are close by.
As Javier is also a tourguide he can tell you a lot about the wildlife and the surrounding area. I did a tour with him to Corcovado and is was really good. Also, he did a bird watching tour with me. If you want to do other tours he helps you with the booking. I would definetely recommend his place.
Mariposa Drake is located in Drake Bay. It features rooms with a patio or balcony. There is a shared kitchen. Simply furnished, all the units come with a wardrobe.
Lina
Sweden
Karina is a great host! She made coffee for us in the morning and offered to book tours for us.
Providing mountain views, Corcovado Mountain House in Drake offers accommodation and a garden. The property was built in 2020 and features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio.
Mark
United Kingdom
The rooms are comfortable and the garden is green and lush. Having coffee in the morning on the terrace listening to the birds was amazing.
It is out of town and surrounded by forest which was perfect for us. The use of the kitchen was a great help.
Victor is a great host and very helpful. He took us on a fantastic walk of the local forest which was just opposite his house, so my son could try to spot animals and insects.
He even managed to talk to us in English which was a great help as we don't speak Spanish.
There is also a great beach just a short drive away.
Perfect place.
Located just 2.8 km from Colorada, La Katalinda features accommodation in Drake with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen.
Rahel
Switzerland
Really calm place where you can enjoy a beautiful sunset while listen to Toucans !
Good kitchen to for people who like to cook their own meal.
Friendly staff!
Situated in Barrigones in the Puntarenas region, Corcovado Guide House features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This guest house provides a garden as well as a terrace.
Rudy
Belgium
Friendly hosts, speaks basic English, gives good advice on where to see animals. Rooms have canvas walls, limited privacy. Shared bathroom and shared kitchen.
Featuring free WiFi, Our Home Corcovado offers accommodation in Drake juat 200 mts from the beach and 150 mts from the city center. Property has a garden surrounded by rain forest.
Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
Encanto Lodge consists of several bungalows nestled between river, jungle and garden and is located in Drake and 4 km form the centre. Featuring tropical gardens.
Úžasné místo a úžasní majitelé,vždy ochotni pomoci.
Situated in Drake, 1.4 km from Colorada, Hostel Hook and Cook features accommodation with a garden and free private parking. The property has garden views.
Set within 200 metres of Colorada and 2.1 km of Cocalito Beach, The Monkey Trail Hostel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Drake.
Situated in Drake, 200 metres from Colorada and 2.1 km from Cocalito Beach, Bungalow with sea view features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Villa with primary forest view is situated in Drake. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.
Featuring free WiFi, Our Home Corcovado offers accommodation in Drake juat 200 mts from the beach and 150 mts from the city center. Property has a garden surrounded by rain forest.
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Save money on homestays in Drake – budget options available!
Mariposa Drake is located in Drake Bay. It features rooms with a patio or balcony. There is a shared kitchen. Simply furnished, all the units come with a wardrobe.
We loved staying here, excellent people and location
Providing mountain views, Corcovado Mountain House in Drake offers accommodation and a garden. The property was built in 2020 and features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio.
Set in Drake in the Puntarenas region, Cabinas de Ana features a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
Located in Drake in the Puntarenas region, Rio Angeles Hostel provides accommodation with free private parking. At the guest house, all units include a private bathroom.
Situated in Drake in the Puntarenas region, Cabinas casa Jungla features accommodation with free private parking. This guest house has a garden. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house.
FAQ about homestays in Drake
On average, a homestay in Drake costs £16 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Great location with good swimming and easy access. Excellent bird and animal watching from restaurant.
Food was fantastic. Yolanda was a great host. She helped us with every request and went out of her way with any problems we had.
Shirley and Claudio are lovely hosts and excellent chefs. The room was large, comfortable and tastefully decorated. The view from the big balcony with rocking chairs is great. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Great host who gave us many good tips and made us feel relaxed at the accommodation. Fair price/quality, you get what you pay for! Clean place and nice balcony overseeing one of the main streets of Drake Bay as well as the ocean. Central location. There is airconditioning and there are basic cooking facilities including a big fridge (I read some other reviews that there is no fridge -- that issue has been fixed)!
I loved the village , it felt relatively safe and it gave more freedom for alone hike on trail along coast. I loved terrace and The view . And Leo is a great host , taking good care of his guests.
Greenpoint is a great place to stay! It has everything you need and the surroundings (nature, birds, frogs, monkeys) are amazing! Juan is a great cook: the breakfast and the meals are excellent! He is also a really good host: he is always there for you, whatever you need. He even makes breakfast when you leave early. Definitely recommend this lovely place!
Johnny offers very nice, clean cabinas, very close to a beautiful beach. Johnny is a very good host, who arranged everything we needed during our stay.
Maria
Young couple
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