Tortuga Lodge and Gardens  

On the Tortuguero River in Tortuguero (Colorado), this waterfront lodge sits a 5‑minute walk from Barra del Colorado National Wildlife Refuge and close to the Sea Turtle Conservancy, Cuatro Esquinas Island and the Tortuguero National Park office. Tortuguero is reachable only by boat or domestic/charter plane, so expect a true riverfront escape.

The property has 27 individually decorated rooms — 11 downstairs terrace rooms, 12 balcony view rooms, 2 downstairs suites and 1 penthouse — all with river views and private furnished balconies. Rooms offer complimentary Wi‑Fi, desks, laptop‑compatible safes, phones and bathrooms with showers, toiletries and hair dryers; most rooms do not have air conditioning or TVs. Service is personalized and laid‑back; the lodge atmosphere is quiet and tranquil with no background music.

Soak in the outdoor pool, unwind in the full‑service spa with massages, or book kayaking and motorized boat tours at the on‑site tour desk. The lodge offers concierge services, babysitting for a surcharge, laundry and luggage storage, a library and Caribbean‑themed cocktails at the bar. Packages are available that include round‑trip transport, lodging, meals and excursions — wake up to river‑mist mornings and the soundtrack of the jungle.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout, a computer station in the lobby and laptop‑compatible safes make it easy to stay connected when needed.

The Green Turtle restaurant serves fusion fare with garden views and al‑fresco options, plus a bar/lounge for drinks and Caribbean cocktails. A complimentary cooked‑to‑order breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM, with food that blends traditional Costa Rican flavors and contemporary creativity.