Encanta La Vida - Cabo Matapalo
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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
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
325 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Double beds
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Shower
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Room size:
270 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
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Shower
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Balcony
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Room size:
325 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
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Shower
Facilities
Main facilities
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Paid airport shuttle
Saltwater pool
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
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
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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