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Hotel El Encanto

4.0 star property
Cahuita beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools, restaurant

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Beach nearby, black sand, snorkelling
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | Balcony view
Studio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Bungalow | Terrace/patio

Superior Bungalow

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Triple Standard 2nd Floor

Triple Standard 2nd Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Triple Room | Terrace/patio

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | Living area

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 80 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room | View from room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
300 meters west of Cahuita, Cahuita, Limon, 70403

What's nearby

  • Negra Beach - 4 min walk
  • Playa Cahuita - 11 min walk
  • Blanca Beach - 11 min walk
  • Playa Grande - 8 min drive
  • Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 94.2 miles/151.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Kawe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Del Rita Paty's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Restaurant Cahuita National Park - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante sobre las Olas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Italiano Cahuita - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Encanto

With access to on-site snorkelling, Hotel El Encanto is a great choice for your beach stay in Cahuita. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages, facials and manicures and pedicures. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, German, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Horse riding/hire
  • Snorkelling
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs and manicures and pedicures.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 700 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 700 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 200 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 26.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

El Encanto Cahuita
Hotel El Encanto Cahuita
Hotel El Encanto Hotel
Hotel El Encanto Cahuita
Hotel El Encanto Hotel Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Encanto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel El Encanto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel El Encanto?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Encanto?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Encanto?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel El Encanto?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 200 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Encanto?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel El Encanto and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding and snorkelling. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. Hotel El Encanto also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel El Encanto?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel El Encanto like?
Hotel El Encanto is a short 4-minute walk from Negra Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Playa Cahuita.

Hotel El Encanto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property and staff, near town.
Wonderful property, very nice staff, close walk to town and beach. Saw lots of wildlife in the lovely garden. Easy walk to town and national park.
Amy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is beautiful, quiet, close to the beach and a short walk from town. Laurent, at reception, was extremely helpful regarding recommendations for activities and transportation. Sara, also at reception, was very helpful for setting up tours. The restaurant’s snapper in coconut sauce was delicious.
Cathleen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The cottages were perfect, great bathrooms, air conditioning, fans, comfortable beds but with awful pillows. The grounds were also perfect and beautiful with two small swimming pools. What needs improvement is their customer service. They made a mistake with the number of beds in our room. Instead of comping us or apologizing, they had us wait and pay an extra fee for the additional bed. We were never given complimentary drinks as per their cards in the room, nor were we given two for one drinks during happy hour. I asked on two occasions before booking if the restaurant provides vegan breakfast and if they have vegan choices for dinner. The breakfast was by far the worst breakfast we had in Costa Rica. I was offered dry stale bread with thin slices of avocado and two slices of tomato. No rice and beans like all the other hotels. The fruit was delicious. We had dinner once there on our first night and the bean burger was soft and not good so we decided not to eat there again. If visiting this area again, I would not stay here and probably stay in the Punta Uva area with better beaches, restaurants, more hotels to choose from and just more to do overall. This hotel has a lot going for it but the customer service and subpar food has made us think twice. Coffee only available after 7am even though tours start early in Costa Rica and you’re up at 4:30 or 5, and there is no coffee, and the breakfast we were given to go had no vegan options.
Elizabeth, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing little hotel across the street from the beach. Fantastic restaurant, coffee shop/deli right on the beach as well. Sloths in the trees, birds, super nice for such a small and remote town.
Monica, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Receptionist gave us a garden tour introducing us to many CR plants and birds and iguana, sloths hiding. Made to feel very welcome. Ate at the restaurant— server very good and food excellent. Would recommend.
gerard, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

LAURA, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely loved this hotel. Spent my birthday here. Staff are fantastic, grounds are beautiful, breakfasts are great. Excellent location - a short walk to restaurants and the national park. It’s spotlessly clean as well and has aircon. It even has its own resident wild sloth in the gardens as well as lizards and frogs. There is nothing not to like, really enjoyed it 10/10
Grant, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Liked the location, close to the beach, privacy and safety.
Jose, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Absolutely beautifully managed property. Staff was very kind. Would stay here again.
chiara, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely family trip to Cahuita
We loved our stay at Hotel El Encanto. The pool was the perfect temperature and never too crowded. The restaurant onsite had great food and drinks. We got a two bedroom room and it was spacious and comfortable. During our stay we saw multiple frogs and a toucan; it was a great experience! And the town of Cahuita had so many great restaurants and little shops, but wasn't super crowded our touristy - we loved it!
Sunrise, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

El hotel es muy limpio, el servicio excelente.
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming and well-appointed. A classy little boutique hotel in the truest sense of the word. A true oasis in this part of Costa Rica.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel
Beautiful place looks just like the photos. Restaurant food was good and staff there and at reception were nice and efficient. Definitely recommend!
Leslie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Across the road from little local beaches, the hotel and our cabana felt like an oasis to return to after snorkeling in the national park or hiking. The staff were very helpful and we enjoyed our stay. We saw sloths and monkeys right on the property.
Mary, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy rooms, nice properties!
Perfect stay: the property is beautiful (amazing garden, with many frogs and birds), nice pool (warm, but not too warm!), the beach is walking distance, so is the heart of the city with shops and restaurants. Suggestion: something extra with the eggs at breakfast ? After nice fruits and toasts (with delicious jam!), we got some fried eggs later alone on a plate is a bit odd. Maybe bringing them at the beginning / together with everything else would have helped. Service was pleasant: very nice people ! The Cahuita park is close by and is a gem. We stayed two nights in a superior room with a king bed: these are in isolated bungalow, very privy and comfy.
Mehdi, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property is so beautiful! The quietness...the ambience, the food, the wildlife, everything was beautifully amazing. The staff was so kind and accommodating. Playa Negra is just a couple minute walk down the street. Where you can enjoy a local beer, music or some good food.
Kristi, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Simon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Florence, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Kathryn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

robert, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely romantic Pura Vida experience with amazing wildlife including a sloth and singing birds, gorgeous garden and comfy cabins. Loved the breakfasts and caring staff! The pools were refreshing too! Perfect spot to experience Costa Rica! Highly recommended!
laura, 7-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great time, the service was great
Eliza, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Donald Peffer, 4-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the pool, fresh breakfast, and general loveliness of the grounds and room.
Lindsay, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

El Encanto has charm but the lack of air conditioning on hot nights is a big minus.
Donald, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review