Called "one of the most biologically intense places on Earth" by "National Geographic" magazine, the Osa peninsula is one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in Costa Rica. The peninsula is home to Corcovado National Park, the largest remaining tract of undeveloped lowland tropical forest in the world, as well as Cano Island, a popular destination for snorkelers and scuba divers. With the growing popularity of the Osa Peninsula has come numerous hotel and resort establishments, many of which offer tours in addition to lodging.
Aguila de Osa Inn
Located on the Osa peninsula, Aguila de Osa Inn is close to Corcovado National Park and Cano Island. The hotel offers 13 rooms, including 11 deluxe rooms and two suites, all with views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding hills. All rooms feature cathedral ceilings, Italian tile, ceiling fans and abundant hot water, as well as micro-filtered and UV-treated drinking water. Rooms are scattered across the hotel property for privacy, but all are connected to the hotel's main building via paved pathways. Room service and a 24-hour reception desk are provided. Activities at the hotel include horseback riding, snorkeling and hiking at Cano Island, scuba diving, sport fishing, excursions to Corcovado National Park and jungle canopy tours. Dining is provided at the inn's open-air restaurant, which features local cuisine and fresh seafood. The hotel is a member of "Green Hotels of Costa Rica" and is accessible only by boat, but the hotel can arrange transportation to and from the peninsula.
Aguila de Osa Inn
Drake Bay
Osa Peninsula
Costa Rica
011-506-2296-2190
aguiladeosainn.com
Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge
Located on the edge of Corcovado National Park, Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge is on a 170-acre private reserve that is only accessible by boat. The resort boasts an eco-friendly hydroelectric and solar energy system and the closest proximity to Corcovado forest of any local accommodations. There are three types of rooms available: junior suites, deluxe bungalows and honeymoon suites. All rooms feature mini-bars, ceiling fans, private bathrooms with hot water and private porches or verandas. Guest services include a hotel bar, two swimming pools, a gift shop, laundry services and a restaurant. Tours offered through the resort include hiking in Corcovado, sea kayaking, horseback riding, a Cano Island excursion, mangrove tours and scuba diving. Transportation to and from the resort can be arranged through the main office in Sierpe.
Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge
Corcovado National Park
Osa Peninsula
Costa Rica
011-506-2256-3181
casacorcovado.com
Lapa Rios Ecolodge
Lapa Rios Ecolodge is an award-winning sustainable resort establishment and ecotourism destination on the Osa Peninsula. The resort has won several awards from "Conde Nast Traveler," and was named one of the top 50 ecolodges in the world by "National Geographic Adventure" magazine. The resort has 16 thatched bungalows overlooking the forest and Pacific Ocean. All accommodations are made from sustainably harvested wood and feature open-air construction. King- or queen-size beds are available, and all come with mosquito nets and bamboo headboards. Bathrooms each come with two showers: a traditional, solar-heated shower with a hot and cold tap, as well as an open-air stonework shower with a waterfall head. Private decks with hammocks and lounge furniture are provided for each bungalow. Complimentary coffee is delivered to every bungalow at 6 a.m. The hotel's restaurant, Brisa Azul, provides indigenous cuisine prepared by local people with locally sourced ingredients. The lodge strives to employ local people for a fair wage. Guided tours are offered, including a medicinal-plant tour that teaches guests about the biodiversity and medicinal resources in the surrounding jungle. Special packages are available through the Lapa Rios website.
Lapa Rios Ecolodge
Corcovado National Park
Osa Peninsula
Costa Rica
011-506-2735-5130
laparios.com
Tags: Corcovado National, Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica, National Park, Cano Island