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Tortuga Lodge Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

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Location Around Town
Phone 800/886-2609 in the US and Canada, 2257-0766 reservations in San José, 2710-8016 at the lodge
Fax 2257-1665
Web site www.tortugalodge.com
Room Information 27 units
Prices $102 (£51) double; $160 (£80) penthouse. A full-meal plan costs $50 (£25) per person Rates lower in off season; slightly higher during peak periods. Package rates with transportation, meals, and tours are available
Credit Cards AE,MC,V
In Room Amenities No phone
Other Mailing Address: SJO 235, P.O. Box 025216, Miami, FL 33102-5216

Tortuga Lodge Review

This one of the oldest lodges in Tortuguero, and still one of the best. My favorite feature here is the long multilevel deck off the main dining room, where you can sit and dine, sip a cool tropical drink, or just take in the view as the water laps against the docks at your feet. There's also a lovely little pool built by the water's edge that's designed to look like it blends into Tortuguero's main canal. All the rooms feature contemporary furniture, Caribbean-influenced decor, and loads of freshly varnished hardwood. If possible, I'd opt for the second-floor rooms, which feature varnished wood walls and floors and come with a small, covered veranda. There's also a new two-bedroom, two-bathroom second-floor penthouse suite for families or those wanting more space. There are several acres of forest behind the lodge, and a few kilometers of trails wind their way through the trees. This is a great place to look for howler monkeys and colorful poison-arrow frogs.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; small pool; game room; laundry service; WiFi

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.



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