La Kukula Lodge, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Overview
Enticing active tourists with snorkeling trips and horseback riding, the lovely La Kukula Lodge Puerto Viejo de Talamanca hotel is about 5 minutes' walk from El Duende Gourmet. Offering a prime location 500m from Playa Chiquita, the 3-star hotel offers to taste Caribbean cuisine on site.
Location
This Puerto Viejo de Talamanca hotel is 4.8 km from Playa Grande, while Playa Punta Uva is approximately a 20-minute walk away. From the Kukula Puerto Viejo de Talamanca it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to La Ceiba.
Guests can reach Chocorart, which is just 350 metres away.
For those travelling from afar, Captain Manuel Nino International airport is 54 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Some of the well-appointed rooms comprise a terrace and a dining area, and are furnished with a sofa set. The bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower, along with free toiletries and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The Kukula offers an à la carte restaurant as well as a lounge bar. It offers a variety of fruit desserts that will suit all tastes. Pizzeria Pulcinella is situated fairly close to the accommodation.
Leisure & Business
A private swimming pool is on-site at the hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Pool with view
Room features
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Chocolate Making WorkshopLearn about the history of chocolate in Costa Rica and make your own chocolate using locally sourced cacao beans.
Indigenous Tribe VisitMeet the indigenous Bribrí tribe and learn about their culture, traditions, and experiences living in the rainforest.
Beach Horseback RidingTake a guided horseback ride along the beautiful beaches of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Canopy TourSoar through the treetops on a zip line, getting a bird's-eye view of the jungle below.
Yoga ClassesParticipate in daily yoga classes led by a professional instructor, with a view of the lush jungle as your backdrop.
Cooking ClassesLearn how to cook traditional Costa Rican dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Organic Farm Tour
- Bird Watching
- Kayaking
- Secret Beach Exploration
- Traditional Medicinal Plant Walk
- River Rafting
- Night Jungle Walk
Location
* Nestled in the striking coastal town of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, the lodge is near Playa Negra, Playa Cocles, and the Cahuita National Park. * The neighborhood showcases indigenous Bribri culture at the Finca Slikin chocolate farm, hosts the lively Salsa Brava surfing competition, and offers Caribbean-inspired dining options. * Jamica Beach, Punta Uva Beach, and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge attract nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers to this area.
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