Encanta La Vida - Cabo Matapalo

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Encanta La Vida - Cabo Matapalo
Cabo Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica, 60702·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Highest Rated
Staff10.0
Cleanliness9.5
Facilities9.0
Location9.0
Lowest Rated
Free WiFi7.5
Value for money7.5
Who stays here
Groups41%
Families21%
Couples19%
Solo19%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Highest Rated
Staff10.0
Cleanliness9.5
Facilities9.0
Location9.0
Lowest Rated
Free WiFi7.5
Value for money7.5
Who stays here
Groups41%
Families21%
Couples19%
Solo19%

Eco-lodge on the Osa Peninsula, 300 ft from Pan Dulce Beach - Encanta La Vida

Location on the Osa Peninsula

Encanta La Vida is situated in Cabo Matapalo, 300 ft from Pan Dulce Beach on the biodiverse Osa Peninsula. The lodge is close to Corcovado National Park, known for its biodiversity, and the Reserva Forestal Golfo Dulce, excellent for wildlife viewing. Guests can see monkeys, toucans, sloths, and macaws directly from the property.

Treehouse Accommodations

Encanta La Vida offers treehouse-style rooms with rainforest views, including the Treehouse Nest suite. Rooms have private bathrooms, wardrobes, and fans, with natural airflow eliminating the need for air conditioning. Family rooms are available, and some units include a balcony overlooking the jungle.

Farm-to-Table Dining

Encanta La Vida's on-site restaurant serves meals made with fresh, local ingredients, with à la carte breakfast menus offering vegetarian and vegan options. The kitchen accommodates special diets, including celiac and other food sensitivities. A bar and kids' meals are also available.

Wellness and Spa Services

Encanta La Vida's outdoor salt-water pool includes a poolside snack bar and sun loungers. The spa & wellness centre provides massage therapy, body treatments, beauty services, and spa packages. Daily yoga classes are held in a beachfront yoga shala with seasonal spa services.

Adventure Activities

From Encanta La Vida, Pan Dulce Beach offers surfing for all levels, and the lodge has water sport facilities and surfboard rentals. Guided tours include hiking to waterfalls, Corcovado National Park excursions, and whale watching. Other on-site activities include bike tours, table tennis, and walking tours about local culture.

  • Location: 300 ft from Pan Dulce Beach on the Osa Peninsula
  • Rooms: Treehouse suites with rainforest views and private bathrooms
  • Dining: On-site restaurant serving local ingredients with vegetarian/vegan options
  • Wellness: Outdoor salt-water pool, spa with massages, beachfront yoga shala
  • Activities: Surfing, hiking, guided tours to Corcovado National Park
  • Family: Kids' pool, kids' meals, family rooms available
  • Eco-friendly: Solar-powered lodge with eco-friendly practices
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-18:00
from 11:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:11
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Double Room
  • Room size:

    325 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
  • Shower
Twin Room
  • Room size:

    270 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Twin Room
  • Room size:

    325 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
  • Shower
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Saltwater pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • Massage

Room features

  • Patio
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Essential information about Encanta La Vida

💵 Lowest room price 406 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 12.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Aeropuerto de Puerto Jimenez, PJM

Location

Cabo Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica, 60702
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Cabo Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica, 60702
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Cabo Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica, 60702
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Pollo Surf School
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Restaurant
Briza Azul Restaurant
100 yd

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