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 organizes various trips. You can go on a safari on the Sarapiqui River or visit the Poás Volcanoes, 25 mi away.
The property offers an airport shuttle for a fee to Juan Santamaria International Airport, 75 minutes’ drive away. San Jose is around 50 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
“Lush, tropical environment, fresh air, right in the center of the city but very quiet, secure, tucked away. Loved sitting around the pool at night staring at the stars. Great restaurant, excellent reception, comfortable room with a great balcony,...”
Vaskar
United States
“We reached the hotel in the middle of severe rain. Sarapiqui is not easy to reach. We had our rented car. The hotel helped us to book a night tour with Sarapiqui Xperience and the next day with the Sarapiqui river boat tour. The hotel staff were...”
Mollie
United States
“Loved that the rooms were off the street and in the jungle. The attached restaurant had really good food and Marjorie the server was very nice and helpful. Erlin at the reception desk was incredibly helpful and welcoming.”
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David
Switzerland
“Very close to bus terminal, but also very quiet rooms in the forest.”
Susan
United States
“Very clean. Large rooms with wonderful balconies over looking the jungle. Big, clean swimming pool. Right in the center of town, but very quiet. Excellent food at the restaurant.”
Shirley
United States
“It was a comfortable, huge room with a nice full bathroom and hot water. The restaurant was handy and the murals beautiful, and I enjoyed the pool. The Air conditioning I enjoyed too much as it was almost too hot to go outside. The grounds were...”
Anonymouse69
Netherlands
“Absolutely beautiful location. You can see and hear animals from inside your room. We also spotted some monkeys in the trees from the walkway to the rooms”
Donald
United States
“Beautiful property located right in the center of town. The incredible thing is you have no clue you are in town. The rooms are nestled back in the jungle. We woke up to sounds of the jungle and nature. Just marvelous! The rooms are recently...”
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Wouter
Netherlands
“Nice hotel. Lovely pool. Room is big enough, everything is clean, great view from the balcony and comfy beds. Just make sure that you have a room at the back of the hotel ;)”
Vaughan
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...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
El Bambú
Cuisine
American • Caribbean • Local
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
Ambience
Family-friendly
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Hotel El Bambu takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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