For travelers in search of lazy days and mellow nights, the tiny village of Cahuita won’t disappoint. Located next to beautiful Cahuita National Park, it combines user-friendly eco-tourism with a laid back Afro-Caribbean vibe. If you’re looking for an authentic, chilled-out destination away from the hustle and bustle of trendy Puerto Viejo, Cahuita is the place to be.
Cahuita’s main attraction is Cahuita National Park, a prominent peninsula that lies east of the village. Established to preserve a large coral reef just offshore, it was one of Costa Rica’s first protected areas. A 9-km (5.6-mile) trail wanders along the perimeter of the peninsula, passing by beautiful beaches and lush jungles filled with monkeys, sloths and other amazing wildlife.
The offshore scenery is equally impressive, with dozens of tropical fish species swimming among the colorful coral reef. Not surprisingly, snorkeling is one of Cahuita’s most popular activities.
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Cahuita Hotels – Luxury
La Casa de las Flores
Coral Hill Bungalows
3 Bamboo
Casa Marcellino
El Encanto Inn
Playa Negra Guesthouse
Caribe Luna
La Casa del Mango
Kenaki Lodge
Magellan Inn
Marfi Inn
Cabinas Iguana
La Piscina Natural
Ciudad Perdida Ecolodge
Inti Resort and Villas
Suizo Loco Lodge Hotel & Resort
Bungalows Malu
Hotel La Diosa
Cahuita Hotels – Budget
Cabinas Nirvana
Le Colibri Rouge
Hotel Caribbean Coconut
Coconut Love
Alby Lodge
Cabinas Brigitte
Cabinas Cahuita
Sol y Mar
Cabinas Palmer
Jenny’s Cabinas
Bungalows Ache
Cabinas Algebra
Hakuna Matata
Costa Azul
Kelly Creek Hotel
Atlantida Lodge
La Rana de Cahuita
Hotel Sunshine
Cabinas Arrecife
Cabinas Smith
Cahuita National Park Hotel (2755-0244)
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