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This tropical hotel is set in the rainforest in the Huetar Norte region. Set in lush gardens, it offers an indoor and outdoor pool, a spacious sun terrace and free Wi-Fi and private parking. Hotel El Bambu’s bright, air-conditioned rooms feature cable TV, a safe, a telephone and private bathroom. Some also include a spacious terrace with mountain and pool views. The hotel’s restaurant serves a buffet breakfast daily and regional and international cuisine and snacks. There are BBQ facilities and guests can enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar on the terrace. El Bambu has a games room and table tennis and organises various trips. You can go on a safari on the Sarapiqui River or visit the Poás Volcanoes, 40 km away. The property offers an airport shuttle for a fee to Juan Santamaria International Airport, 75 minutes’ drive away. San Jose is around 80 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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2 large double beds
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vaughan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Large property connected by walkways. Jungle behind.Feels like hotels in Europe, with noticeboards for tours. Buffet style breakfasts, bar area and pool and souvenir shop. Could watch birds around pool area. Parking available. Friendly staff. Pool...
  • Rajiv
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lots of breakfast options. Room is clean with a view into the forest
  • Emanuela
    Belgium Belgium
    This hotel was a lovely surprise. Booked because it's close (literally a few metres) from the bus station, it turned out to be a very comfortable and quiet place, surrounded by a small jungle. There's also a big restaurant, open all day and...
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Convenience to La Selva Biological Station. Helpful staff. Buffet Breakfast. Nice swimmingpool and big rooms.
  • Aliaksandr
    United States United States
    Nice hotel in the middle of the town. Clean! Friendly staff!
  • Imogen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Awesome stay! Restaurant was delicious and reasonable price. Saw loads of wildlife in the garden. The staff were able to arrange loads of activities as well which was great. The whole place was gorgeous and so well kept.
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Central location & yet you're in a jungle lodge. Friendly staff. Onsite restaurant is very good and probably the best in town.
  • Napoleon
    Canada Canada
    Cool rooms in the jungle. Great pool. Yummy breakfast/restaurant
  • Maria
    Canada Canada
    The location is central in Sarapiqui but the property goes deep into forest, so rather than just traffic, there are birds and howler monkeys to hear. There is lots of room in the suite and a comfortable balcony looking into the forest. Water is...
  • Diane
    France France
    The hotel is really beautiful, looks like you are in the middle of the jungle and the pool is also really great!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • El Bambú
    • Cuisine
      American • Caribbean • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Hotel El Bambu
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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FAQs about Hotel El Bambu

  • Check-in at Hotel El Bambu is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Hotel El Bambu has 1 restaurant:

    • El Bambú
  • The prices at Hotel El Bambu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hotel El Bambu is 2 miles from the centre of Sarapiquí. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Hotel El Bambu include:

    • Double
  • Hotel El Bambu offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Swimming Pool
    • Walking tours
    • Public Bath