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Lucky Bug B & B

2 km W of Rio dos Bocas, Nuevo Arenal 5717, Costa Rica
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Lucky Bug B & B
5.0 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
March 29, 2012 -
katerdid
March 24, 2012 -
John G
 
 
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fortescue, nj
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

So happy we chose Lucky Bug. Less than 3 hour ride from Liberia Airport, which was so easy to go through. Monica and daughter Alex were a delight. Delicious food! Our room was spacious with hot water and balcony. Waking up in the morning hearing bird calls and howler monkeys was great. Beautiful gardens on walk from room to restaurant.... More

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Duluth, Minnesota, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

We happened upon this charming place with a tip from Lonely Planet. Run by Monica, this is a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast! The "front" of the establishment is a restaurant and art gallery next to the road along Lago Arenal. Out the back deck/terrace of the restaurant is a sumptuous view of a small pond in the regenerating rainforest. It... More

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Point Roberts, Washington
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

Wow what an amazing find this is. Monica and her girls are some of the most creative people. True Artists. They created a piece of heaven and share it with you in every sense of the word. When you enter their property, you have arrived home. You will receive all the comforts a traveler needs. We stayed in the frog... More

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Calgary, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

This gem of a place made us wished we'd booked more time here. Monica, the owner, and her lovely daughters are what really make the place wonderful as their artistic touch is evident in the rooms, the gardens and landscape, the meals, everything here. They have planted a beautiful garden all over the property which blends together nicely with the... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012

You won't meet a nicer owner than Monica and her daughters who all show such caring, kind attention to their customers while featuring such delicious food as well as a beautiful atmosphere. Incredible birds to watch, take photos while sitting on a charming patio and lake with a lovely view. The boutique is unique and the best local artists ever... More

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Portland, Oregon
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2012

This was our first international vacation traveling backpack style with our kids (age 5 and 8). The Lucky Bug B&B seemed like a beautiful oasis. The owners welcomed our family and particularly our children to use the canoe, play with their dogs, and explore. The property has a path that circumvents the pond and up to the rooms. Our kids... More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

My wife and I were first timers in Costa Rica this past week (2/13 - 2/19) for my cousin's wedding in Quepos. Lucky bug was a perfect fit for us and was a true gem of a B&B in the Arenal area.Monika was so gracious, kind, and informative. Breakfast was great and a perfect way to start the day -... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012

Monica and her girls are incredible. The Butterfly room was amazing. The views were amazing. And, the food was amazing. Do not book any adventures without checking with Monica or Alex first. They will get you the best deal in the town.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012
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Truly a wonderful little paradise built with love and care. All the building and even the dam were personally built by the Krauskopf family. Everything is now run by Monica and her triplets. I have never felt more at home anywhere traveling and so wish we cold have stayed for more than one night. We found this gem since it... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2011

I don't usually waste my time writing reviews online, but after staying at the Lucky Bug B&B I thought I owed it to them to write a nice review. To start off, as soon as you get there you get the feeling that this is a place that has been put together with a lot of thought and care, just... More

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2 km W of Rio dos Bocas, Nuevo Arenal 5717, Costa Rica
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