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Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
$243
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6

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Santa Juana de Terrazú, Naranjito, Puntarenas
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Playa La Macha
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪87 min drive‬

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About this property

Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve

3.5-star Naranjito lodge with restaurant
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free lodge has WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden.
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve offers 5 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The lodge offers a restaurant. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle. This Naranjito lodge also offers a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve is a smoke-free property.

El Mirador - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 10 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Mirador

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is in a car-free zone and can be reached by 4x2 vehicles but 4x4 vehicles are recommended.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 10 per night (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 265 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Santa Juana Lodge Naranjito
Santa Juana Lodge
Santa Juana Naranjito
Santa Juana
Santa Juana Lodge Nature Reserve Naranjito
Santa Juana Lodge Nature Reserve
Santa Juana Nature Reserve Naranjito
Santa Juana Nature Reserve
Santa Juana And Nature Reserve
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Lodge
Santa Juana Nature Reserve Full Board Lodge
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Naranjito
Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Lodge Naranjito

Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan Gale

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, Authentic, and Truly Special – Santa Juana Lodge My friend Vickie and I spent several unforgettable days at Santa Juana Lodge & Nature Reserve, and we can’t recommend it enough. Getting there was part of the adventure—a scenic four-hour drive from the airport, with the final stretch on a gravel road through rain and cows! But once we arrived, we were welcomed into a peaceful paradise. Our private casita had stunning views of the rainforest and distant Pacific, and we were surrounded by the sounds of nature—birds, monkeys, and fresh mountain air. The lodge blends eco-luxury with deep respect for Costa Rican culture and sustainability. Meals were included, and they were a true highlight—delicious, locally inspired, and beautifully presented. Huge thanks to Lady, Julia, Maribel, and Liz for their incredible cooking and hospitality. Everyone we met was warm and welcoming—from Allan and Hugo, who shared the lodge’s inspiring history, to Andres, Ariel, Randal, Cucho, Karolina, Liz, and Alexis, who made everything run so smoothly. If you're looking for a stay that offers comfort, connection, and adventure in a truly unique setting—Santa Juana is the place. We loved every moment and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our family LOVED our time here. So amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical place to stay

Such a magical environment, all the staff are so friendly and welcoming. Allen’s passion for the forest and animals is contagious and encyclopaedic ; we learned so much. The property is surrounded by beautiful forests in all directions, and you eat breakfast watching hummingbirds and toucans. It’s truly incredible. Our car broke down around 7km before arriving to the lodge and Allen and his team could not have been more helpful or friendly. They kindly came and met us, helped jumpstart the car, and brought us safely to the lodge. Real hospitality and kindness, and so appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience staying at Santa Juana Lodge! Myself, my husband and our 2 year old daughter had an amazing time here. The views were incredible, and sleeping in the screened in bedrooms listening to the wildlife was so relaxing. Even though we were here in February it was very comfortable and cool sleeping at night. We arranged transport through Santa Juana Lodge which I would highly recommend. It was nice not having to worry about driving up the mountain. My husband did the birding tour with Alan which was absolutely incredible, they saw 55 birds in a few hours! My daughter and I walked to the waterfalls (with her in a hiking backpack), it is about 1 mile out and back on a very quiet road. I loved that there was a smaller waterfall which was great for her. The big waterfall looked amazing but was more appropriate for adults or kids who can swim. It is a steep walk back! The best part was the welcoming and friendly staff. We especially loved making empanadas with Julia, fresh tropical juices with every meal, and the endless supply of fruit (which made my toddler so happy!) I wish we stayed an extra day so that we could do the nature / waterfall excursion. But we hope to return in the future! Staying at Santa Juana was one of my favorite travel experiences I have ever had.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganendran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about Santa Juana Lodge: Alan was a terrific host, the drive up was awesome, the room and view was fantastic. We went to the waterfall and did a few other hikes around, highly recommend! Nikki & Henry
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Muhammad

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
If you don’t have 4x4 it’s hard to reach to the place and try to reach early as possible. Not bad place nice view and fresh air. We reached late and it was late keep our driver with us coz it was dark and raining they charge me extra $75 for that.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allan's hospitality was amazing!! He made us feel incredibly welcome. He did a wonderful job of pointing out the incredible birds around the property and we also really enjoyed talking to him about Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ALLAN = SMILE = TOP ACCUEIL

Tres bel acceuil et service ! ALLAN TOP ET SA FEMME TRYS 👍👍👍 Simplement choisir periode avec beau temps Sinon vite dans les Nuages de par la hauteur Chambre top (tout équipé) avec vue ouffff Restaurant très simple Par contre pour le soir
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect setting to unplug, wind down, and recharge. The staff was super proud of the environmentally focused environment they’ve created in the middle of the Costa Rican jungle. We coordinated all our transports through Santa Juana so Hugo met us in Quepos and drove us the 45mins up the mountain to the lodge. The views from the lodge are unbelievable and change as the clouds float through the valleys and various birds visit. Most of the staff are extended family members who have lived on this mountain their entire lives and now support the lodge cooking/serving meals and coordinating activities/adventures. We hiked to several unbelievable waterfalls on the extended property and swam in one of the natural pools, zip lined and repelled into another natural pool, had been expert massages from one of the staff members, and then went on a long bird watching walking tour that was the highlight of the trip. The bird watching tour was led by Allan whose mother (cook), brother (waiter), and wife (masseuse) are the backbone of the staff who support Santa Juana. Allan grew up on the mountain and is super proud to hat visitors from all over the world come visit Santa Juana. He gets giddy with excitement pointing out the birds and educating about each species. We thought the second half of the tour was even more interesting when he walked us around the resort to explain the fauna of the region. Santa Juana is magical if you can commit to the slower pace and enjoy the Pura Vida!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alan and his staff are amazing! They made us feel like family. The views and proximity to wildlife were fantastic. The authentic Costa Rican meals were delicious and healthy. We enjoyed bird watching, hikes to the waterfalls and a short trip to ziplining.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful views, cute cabins, yummy local food, but mostly a great experience because of the warm and inviting people that work there. They were so accommodating and friendly it made the stay extra enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Aarti Mehta

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the most relaxing vacation of our lives, everything was breathtaking, staff so attentive and friendly, we enjoyed every moment
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andres, Allen and the rest of the team were wonderful; plus, the views, waterfall hike and food were remarkable. For a relaxing, authentic experience, stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Escape to Santa Juana Lodge

We stayed in Santa Juana Lodge for 6 nights and had a wonderful experience: Although it’s quite a challenging road up the hill from the main road, it’s fine if you have a 4WD and is well worth the journey. The people who run Santa Juana made it for us. Allan and his family were absolutely charming and the bird watching, home grown, home cooked food each day was lovely. We enjoyed the experience of meals with other families and the opportunity to talk to people from all over the world. The walking, waterfalls and the peaceful environment: A visit to Santa Juana Lodge is a unique travel experience not to be missed.
The views from a walk up the hill
The view from our mountain view cabin
The restaurant and reception area
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly, maridian

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Fantastic experience at this remote lodge. Beautiful views, grounds and casitas. The traditional breakfasts were delicious and it was awesome to hear and see all of the birds near the outdoor eating area. The staff were so helpful and accommodating. They even helped us with tools to change a flat tire. We would highly recommend this place (but definitely need a 4WD to get up and down).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Although food options limited all made from scratch and fresh and delicious. Beautiful jungle hikes and waterfalls pools to swim. So peaceful and rejuvenating! We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Away from it all!

Absolute pura vida at this family-run place (loved Mum, the cook!). Chosen for total relaxation. The nearest towns are one hour away. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Gorgeous studio room with breathtaking views. The whole property is surrounded by lush mountains. 4x4 essential to get there. Meals are simple and copious. Tours are available from the property, starting at $79.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024