Lapa Rios Lodge

Lapa Rios Lodge

A pioneering eco-lodge set within 1,000 acres of private rainforest reserve on a peninsula, offering raised bungalows, ocean and jungle views, award-winning sustainability practices and daily wildlife encounters.
Location: Matapalo (just south of Puerto Jimenez)

Area
Perched on the southernmost tip of the Osa Peninsula, Lapa Rios Lodge is the kind of place where “off the grid” becomes a luxury unto itself. Set within a 1,000-acre private reserve—one of the last remaining lowland tropical rainforests in Central America—this National Geographic Unique Lodge invites you to wake up with the howler monkeys, hike alongside scarlet macaws, and fall asleep to the lullaby of Pacific waves and rustling palms. Remote? Yes. But that’s the point.

Amenities
• 1,000-acre private rainforest reserve bordering Corcovado National Park
• Cliffside ionized swimming pool overlooking the Golfo Dulce
• Daily guided hikes, birdwatching, and wildlife tours included
• Sustainability & conservation experiences for guests
• Complimentary sunrise coffee or tea delivered to your bungalow
• Yoga deck, spa treatments with local botanicals, and outdoor showers surrounded by jungle

Rooms
• 17 open-air bungalows and villas with hardwood floors, canopy beds, and wraparound decks. Expect ocean panoramas, rainforest immersion, and the occasional toucan as your neighbor. Many accommodations feature plunge pools and alfresco rainfall showers.

Dining
• Brisa Azul Restaurant – Set beneath a thatched roof with panoramic views, Brisa Azul serves three a la carte meals daily, all included in your stay. The menu highlights local produce, fresh-caught seafood, and tropical ingredients—think mango-coconut pancakes, tamarind French toast, and passionfruit cake with white chocolate mousse. Vegetarian and vegan options abound.
• La Papalapa Bar – A bamboo cocktail nook just steps from the restaurant. Order the signature Mamalapa (passionfruit + coconut cream + vodka) and settle in for golden hour.

Spa
Two open-air treatment cabins tucked into the canopy offer massages and facials with wildcrafted ingredients—accompanied by the soundtrack of macaws and ocean breezes. Guided yoga is held on the ridge with rainforest views, and private wellness sessions can be arranged.

Why Book
Lapa Rios isn’t just a stay—it’s a statement. Every inch of the property was designed with sustainability in mind, from its locally sourced building materials to the conservation programs it funds and operates. Whether you’re planting trees, visiting a local school, or spotting wild cats on a guided trek, you’re participating in a model of luxury that protects one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. It’s eco-travel done right—without compromising comfort or style.