Poor Man's Paradise

Property class: 2.5

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Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Poor Man's Paradise. Adventurous travellers may like the horse riding at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Poor Man's Paradise, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and garden views. Free WiFi in public areas and a bar are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a small bedside table, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

Standard Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Sea View

A cabin-style room with a wooden interior, a bed with floral bedding, and a small table.

Standard Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Drake Bay, Poor Man's Paradise is near the airport and near the beach. Parque Nacional Corcovado is another place to visit that comes recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Drake Bay travel guide
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Bahía Drake - Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay, Puntarenas, 50603

What's nearby

  • A beach with dark sand, ocean waves, and tropical vegetation.
    Corcovado National Park
    17 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Playa Rincon
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Colorada
    21 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Drake Bay Beach
    21 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead
    26 min drive - 11.1 km

Restaurants

  • Roberto's Marisquería
    18 min drive
  • Coco Café
    18 min drive
  • Mar y Bosque
    18 min drive
  • Marea Alta
    18 min drive
  • Claudio's Grill
    17 min drive

About this property

Poor Man's Paradise

  • Lodge by the ocean
  • Free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Poor Man's Paradise. Adventurous travellers may like the horse riding at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Poor Man's Paradise, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and garden views. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information
    • Barbecues and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually decorated and offer comforts, such as bathrobes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Poor Man's Paradise

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 3:30 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

All the guests need to arrive first to Sierpe (the hotel's office) to take the boat at 11 AM or 3 PM only.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Poor Man's Paradise pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Poor Man's Paradise?

As of 17 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poor Man's Paradise on 16 Oct 2026 start from NZ$310, 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.

How much is parking at Poor Man's Paradise?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Poor Man's Paradise?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 3:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Poor Man's Paradise?

Checkout is at 1 PM.

Does Poor Man's Paradise provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Poor Man's Paradise located?

Situated near the beach in Drake Bay, this lodge is in the same region as Parque Nacional Corcovado.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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