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La Cusinga Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool
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La Cusinga Lodge

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Outdoor pool
View from property
Lobby
Manu Deluxe Room Ocean View
Food and drink

Overview of La Cusinga Lodge

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Popular LocationMarino Ballena National Park17 min walk
  • Popular LocationArco Beach18 min walk
  • Popular LocationUvita Beach4 min drive
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Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Tinamu Deluxe Room

Tinamu Deluxe Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Manu Deluxe Room Ocean View

Manu Deluxe Room Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Trogon Deluxe Room Ensuite Ocean View

Trogon Deluxe Room Ensuite Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Terrace/patio

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, La Cusinga Lodge is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Hacienda Baru. Kayaking, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Marino Ballena National Park - 17 min walk
  • Arco Beach - 18 min walk
  • Uvita Beach - 4 min drive
  • Catarata uvita - 7 min drive
  • Punta Uvita - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo - 3 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena - 4 min drive
  • Sibu - 4 min drive
  • Pizzeria La Fogata - 5 min drive
  • Uvita Beer Garden - 8 min drive

About this property

La Cusinga Lodge

Property highlights
Free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at La Cusinga Lodge. Adventurous travellers may like the horse riding at this lodge. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, The Gecko, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A ballroom, concierge services and wedding services
  • A banquet hall and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms at La Cusinga Lodge boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6 AM–10 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Gecko

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cusinga Lodge Ballena
Cusinga Lodge
Cusinga Ballena
La Cusinga Lodge Lodge
La Cusinga Lodge Ballena
La Cusinga Lodge Lodge Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does La Cusinga Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at La Cusinga Lodge?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Cusinga Lodge on 27 Apr 2024 start from NZ$322.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is La Cusinga Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Cusinga Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Cusinga Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Cusinga Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is La Cusinga Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this lodge is within 1 mile (2 km) of Marino Ballena National Park, Arco Beach and Playa Ballena. Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are also within 6 miles (10 km).

La Cusinga Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely first stop in Costa Rica
We had a wonderful 3 night stay at La Cusinga Lodge, starting from being met in the parking area by Mabel, the welcome alcohol free cocktail and the friendly waiting staff. Our room was very large (Trogon) with a inside seating area and huge balcony. The bathroom walls and floor are all lined with pebbles, very "flintstonesque". It was my birthday during our stay and the lodge put fresh flowers in our room and decorated the bed with rose petals. We ate in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner every day and the food was excellent with plenty of choice and big portions. The hotel also has a beautiful yoga platform but sadly they did not have a teacher available during our stay. The pool is a short walk away from the main hotel and is very private. There are also walking trails on the property to waterfalls where you could take a refreshing dip. Whilst here we did a whale watching trip (sadly nothing spotted as we were on the cusp of the right season) and a self guided trip to the Nicoya waterfall which was busy but great fun. We would return to La Cusinga Lodge in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
one of the best restaurants we experienced on our 10 day Costa Rica trip. A wonderful natural Post, beautiful pool, and so much wildlife right outside your cabin/yurt.... One of our favorite stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, lovely lodges, good food, great cocktails, chilled out pool and natural swimming hole. Most importantly, extremely helpful and friendly staff, who went the extra mile to help us when we had a stressful problem (hire car related and nothing to do with the hotel), which they resolved. Would absolutely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and view was beautiful. It was very secluded and felt safe. The sunsets and wild life were some of our favorite parts. Food and staff were also excellent. The beach was a pretty intense walk to get to, but beautiful and private once there.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful private bungalows in the rainforest with balconies overlooking the ocean. Friendly staff, great food, wonderful trails down to the beach. They greeted us with pineapple juice when we arrived and packed us fresh fruit to go since we had to leave for a tour at 6 am before the restaurant opened for breakfast. Dinner was delicious! Can’t wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful nature resort with various lodges
The entire resort is an attraction in and of itself. It offers such a serene environment with an abundance of wildlife and great natural trails. Great for families and hikers alike. If you can make the drive down to the coast, it is worth it to come to see this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is stunning full of wildlife and the staff is really professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is fantastic. The room we stayed in needs some TLC - the bathroom sink faucet was singing some aria while the floor fan had its own tune which disrupted our sleep. As for their spa services, their therapist was terrific. However the spa facility could use some rejuvenation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019