TripAdvisor Reviews - Mawamba Lodge Feed

This was a highlight of a 3-week Central American vacation.

JosephLowrey — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:05:37 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

There are few areas needing any improvement at all. Great guide, pleasant accommodations, everything taken care of, and an excellent value. Enjoyed fellow guests from several countries. Tortuguero is...

Things to know

Heatherob, Rochester, Minnesota — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:08:29 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

Had a wonderful stay at Mawamba, I will try to give some helpful advice that others may not have covered. As in past reviews the ocean is not swimmable do to the riptides , but it is a lovely beach. ...

A little piece of paradise

Caroline G, Paris, France — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:10:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

The trip to Tortuguero was included in a 2 weeks circuit round Costa Rica booked in a travel agency so I didn't actually chose Mawamba Lodge, but I absolutely don't regret staying there ! We had...

Mostly Good Points

joys59, Birmingham, United Kingdom — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:14:54 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

Set in extensive gardens/grounds, the rustic cabins are comfortable, but lack air-con & rely on fans, which are effective … & allow you to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean if you’re in cabins...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:37:51 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dearjoys59, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience about Tortuguero and Mawamba Lodge. We are delighted to know ytou enjoyed the walks, the waterways and your tour guide....

Good experience but long days travelling

6nationschampsagain, Bridgend, United Kingdom — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:07:20 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very good & interesting 3 day / 2 night trip, but going at the start of the rainy season gave us........rain - and lots of it! We were collected from the Holiday Inn Express in San Jose at...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:49:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear 6ntionschampsa, Thank you so much for writing a detailed description of your visit. We truly appreciate it and I am sure it is really helpful for future travelers. Getting here is a ride of...

Short stay

Joringer, Rochester, United Kingdom — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 02:08:16 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spent 2 nights at mawamba on a package deal inc pick up trips etc. Steve our guide was really great , truly knew what he was talking about. Did an early morning boat trip and local boatman was...

Great introduction to Costa Rica

znewmex, Silver City, New Mexico — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:20:47 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our stay at Mawamba Lodge was a great introduction to an amazing country. The location and grounds are wonderful. A canal on one side and the Caribbean Sea a short walk away. Humberto, the guide...

Wonderful experience!

LuciaSamblas, Malvern, Pennsylvania — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:37:52 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our stay at Mawamba Logge was great. Geetting there was awesome, although the trip is long from San Jose, the scenery is very nice. The cabins at the lodge are rustic and basic, pool area and...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:05:39 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear LuciaSamblas, On behalf of all the team and the staff at Mawamba Lodge, THANK YOU! We appreciate your taking the time to write and share your experience, and we are delighted to know that the...

Hard to get to, but worth the effort.

Karen D, Madison, Wisconsin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:02:32 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

We were with a tour, so choice of hotels was predestined. The 1 hour bus ride and 1 1/2 hour boat ride to get there, means you really want to go! It is on as isthmus with the Atlantic ocean on one...

Great Hotel, perfect spot

Travelmagnet, USA — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:43:45 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just for the record, I am incredibly fussy about where I stay and what I eat. Loved this place and would stay here again for sure. Three years ago I stayed elsewhere at a place I thought couldn't be...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:09:58 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Dear travelmagnet, It is a great pleasure to know that you are a returning visitor to the area, and it is definitely wonderful to have had the opportunity of being your hosts this time. Thank you for...