We stayed at the Shawandha Lodge for 4 nights and very much enjoyed it. The setting in the jungle is beautiful. The rooms are spot-less and the bathroom very spacious and very nicely tiled. The bed is comfortable and the room keeps cool at with the high ceilings, fan, and screened windows. The front desk staff is friendly and helpful for the most part (depends who is on duty). The restaurant serves good food and a full breakfast is included in the rate. The beach is a short walk away and the location offers easy access to Manzanillo and Porto Viejo. Overall great place and good value for money. If you are a light sleeper however I would suggest ear plugs but even those may not be enough to drown out the howler monkeys!