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|  | | location: seaside standard: upscale style: traditional
cb! age rating: school age action, cool for teens
The accommodations are quiet, independent cabanas and villas. There are beautiful ocean and jungle views from all areas of the property. Our villa had a kitchen however Bosque del Cabo has incredible food and the staff is very friendly and helpful. We didn't have a car for our trip, but we still took many fun day trips from this area. Highlights included nature hikes and cave visits.
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|  | | location: countryside standard: luxurious style: traditional
cb! age rating: baby ready, school age action
Finca Rosa Blanca is a great jumping off point for a vacation in Costa Rica. Accommodations are comprised of rooms, suites and villas all set on a working coffee planation. The kids loved this small, eco-inn with its natural pool and huge bathrooms. It has interesting artwork and a unique character and the staff was WONDERFUL with the children. |
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LAGUNA LODGE
city/region: Tortuguero accommodation category: resort
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location: seaside standard: simple style: traditional
cb! age rating: baby ready, school age action, cool for teens
Tortuguero, population just 1200, is in the middle of the Costa Rica jungle. A two hour boat ride from the regular hustle and bustle of daily Costa Rican life, the Laguna Lodge’s location is one of its most celebrated features. Laguna Lodge offers comfortable, rustic rooms in an incredible jungle setting. The rooms are simple but well thought out. All rooms have a porch area with rocking chairs. A ceiling fan takes the place of air-conditioning, but you won’t miss it. Room windows are covered with screens and movable privacy shutters but no glass, allowing the evening breeze and sounds of the jungle to lure you to sleep. There are no televisions or phones in the rooms, so your morning wake-up call will come in the form of a good morning knock on your door. But my guess is the birds and monkeys will have already gotten you out of bed. |
|  | | location: seaside standard: upscale style: traditional
cb! age rating: baby ready, toddler fun, school age action, cool for teens
Los Suenos is situated in a gorgeous area where everything is at your fingertips. It is comprised of multiple condominium communities with many amenities. The concierge team was excellent and made us feel right at home—they were very accommodating. Two thumbs up for the kids club! This is a wonderful resort option for an active family. |
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ORQUIDEAS INN
city/region: Central Valley accommodation category: hotel
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location: countryside standard: simple style: traditional
cb! age rating: baby ready, toddler fun, school age action, cool for teens
Orquideas is a colorful, spanish-style inn with simple rooms, some with views. There is a great pool for kids, hot tub, and tropical animals everywhere on the property. The poolside bar is dedicated to Marilyn Monroe with great food and drink. The staff is very friendly and there is an on-site travel company to help plan excursions. Local activities and excursions include Poas Volcano, La Paz waterfall, an animal estuary and the butterfly zoo. It is located 20 minutes from the airport. |
|  | | location: mountains standard: upscale style: traditional
cb! age rating: baby ready, school age action, cool for teens
The hot springs, pool and waterslide, and kid-friendly swim-up bar are the highlights at Tabacon—this is a great place for school age kids and teens to spend the day in the water. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy the restaurant and bar that overlook the pool area. Another big perk is that the cost of the hot springs is included in the hotel rate—a big savings for families. The property is expansive and lovely and rooms have nice patios. There are plenty of interesting activities in the nearby area too. |
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