When I went to Poor Man's Paradise I fell in love.
The ocean, the tranquility, the family, everything.
I continually returned summer after summer, vacation after vacation.
But unless you are ready to keep your kids safe please do not go. There are many workers there who do not respect women the way that they should, and I hope that you go with caution.
It is a great place, but the people seem so nice and in the end... need to be watched.
So please, watch you're kids and do not leave them alone with the workers I advise strongly against it from multiple first hand experiences.
It is the only reason which is keeping me from not going back to what is truly paradise.

This was our first stop on the Osa Penninsula and we were not disappointed. Lovely remote setting with great birds and monkeys. We had what I believe is the newest cabin, set apart from the others, and well worth the extra dollars. The pre-arranged tours to Corcovado, and to Cano Island (snorkling) were spectacular. A cautionary note - the sand is extremely hot, and the water can be rough. A quiet, calm beach is only a 20 minute walk away. The service was great, and the food was good.
An informal, comfortable atmosphere

We enjoyed our stay right from the start with the boat ride through the jungle - getting further and further away from the kind of tourism I dread.. It is true that the linoleum is peeling in spots but you soon get over that and enjoy the warmth of the family and the glorious beach and Ana the gorgeous Scarlet MAcaw who vists you for breakfast. We are bird watchers and we were thrilled with the variety and colour of the birds right in the garden.
I highly recommend it - it was the highlight of a wonderful vist to Costa Rica. I recommend staying in Tican owned establishments - it is a whole different atmosphere and full of warmth and hospitality. This would not be the most suitable destination for someone who wants 5 star glamour but for the rest it is great.
Amanda - Vancouver

My husband and I took our three kids (15,13,11) to Costa Rica for ten lovely days, three of which were at Poor Man's Paradise. Our visit to Poor Man’s was truly an adventure and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. The property and beaches were beautiful, with an amazing waterfall just minutes away. The cabins were clean and cozy and we were really impressed with the food. The family who runs Poor Man’s was extremely nice and helpful and made our stay even more enjoyable. We went hiking, fishing, snorkeling and boating. I would recommend PoorMan's to everyone. However, I would like to say that the experience is much like camping (although not in tents) with no hot water or electricity after 9:30. We are not campers yet we still enjoyed the stay.

*I would recomend to bring a flashlight because it gets very dark at night.