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Playa Cativo Lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury lodge on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Travelers find serenity at Playa Cativo Lodge with ocean views creating a peaceful atmosphere. The cooked-to-order breakfast energizes guests, while spa treatments like aromatherapy rejuvenate. Snorkeling reveals treasures, and the attentive staff earns praise.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View

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Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Casita with Plunge Pool

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Ocean View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Ocean Front Casita

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 80 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Ocean View Villa

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
2 bathrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Oceanview with A/C

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 80 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Golfito, Playa Cativo Lodge is in the mountains and on the beach. Playa Isidora and Piedras Blancas National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Casa Orquideas Botanical Garden and Precious Turtles of Osa. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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Playa Cativo, Golfo Dulce, Piedras Blancas National Park, Golfito, Puntarenas, 60701

Restaurants

  • Burger King

About this property

Playa Cativo Lodge

Luxury lodge by the ocean
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Playa Cativo Lodge. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach massages, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, or a facial. The on-site restaurant, El Gavilan, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, a computer station, and concierge services
  • Beach towels, wedding services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • El Gavilan

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Playa Cativo Lodge Puntarenas
Playa Cativo Lodge
Playa Cativo Puntarenas
Playa Cativo Lodge Golfito
Playa Cativo Golfito
Playa Cativo Lodge Lodge
Playa Cativo Lodge Golfito
Playa Cativo Lodge Lodge Golfito

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Cativo Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Playa Cativo Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Playa Cativo Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Playa Cativo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Playa Cativo Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Playa Cativo Lodge located?

Located in Golfito, this beachfront lodge is in a national park and within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa San Josecito and Playa Cacao. Playa Isidora is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) away.

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