Casa Cubuy Ecolodge
Route 191 Km 22 Rio Blanco, Naguabo 00744 Puerto Rico
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#1 of 2 B&Bs / Inns in Naguabo
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4.6
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4.0
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3.8
The lodge is set in the heart of the rainforest. There are common area balconies that overlook the forest. There are eleven guest rooms at the main building and a walled compound with a villa & 3 additional rooms 1/2 mile down the road. Its great for bird watching. Peace and tranquility can always be found at Casa Cubuy. Go ahead; be our guest!
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Free parking
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Private balcony
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Route 191 Km 22 Rio Blanco, Naguabo 00744 Puerto Rico
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The views from the shared decks are breathtaking, and the location is great for those who want to do a bit of hiking or relaxing. The private path down to the waterfall is lovely. The buffet breakfast was pretty good and quite filling. There was always fruit, juice, coffee, and oatmeal. The main dish was different every day we stayed; we had burritos, french toast, and eggs and hash browns. We stayed in the cheapest room, but we felt it was overpriced. The room needs some TLC - the bed wasn't comfy and the door to the bathroom wouldn't close. One of the main hangout areas is right outside our room, so it wasn't very private. I would recommend staying here for a few days for the views alone.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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You are actually in the rainforest (El Yunque). You can go to sleep listening to the rain forest sounds. The choqui frogs are awesome ! There is a path that you can take to the Cubuy river. Our children had a great time splashing about in the river. And it's an easy walk to proper hiking trails in El Yunque. And the breakfast is awesome ! As other reviewers have pointed out, this is a truly once in a lifetime experience. Our family will have fond memories of it and we are truly grateful to Marianne and Matthew for running this awesome place.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Our 2 days here were the highlight of our time in Puerto Rico. Unfortunately we had to leave early because some travel plans changed for our extended family, but we talked about casa Cubuy for the remainder of our trip. If you are looking for a once in a lifetime experience in the rainforest, just book this place and be thankful that Marianne/Matthew open-up this incredible location for the world to share.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We loved our stay at Casa Cubuy. My boyfriend and I stayed for three nights in March 2022. The hosts are a mother and adult son team: Marianne and Matthew. Marianne may seem a bit ... neutral... upon first introduction, but don't read too much into this. I was delighted when, on our second (?) night, she walked by my boyfriend and I, as we had drinks on the veranda; I suggested that I had so many questions for her re: who she was, how she ended up here, the start of the business, and more...she pulled up a chair and let me pile the questions on ! She was very engaging. As the boyfriend and I drank, the conversation became less about her, and more about us. She was a patient and good listener to our ramble. (Sorry Marianne!) On our last night, there was a solo female traveler who had arrived at the lodge. Marianne made a point of introducing the young woman to us, and we all became friends. Matthew is friendly and can be chatty about a range of topics: politics, history, writers. He gave us great advice on where to hike nearby, and even extended advice for our next location which was at Loquillo Beach. Many reviewers comment on the drive up to the lodge. Yes, it is some switchback driving up a mountain, but only for thirty minutes or so. I suppose that would have seemed like a lot to us, had we not just come from a different mountainous spot, which had well *over an hour* of switchback driving. Visiting Casa Cubuy seemed a lot easier to us than the previous place. Having said that, we had committed to driving to the lodge and staying put for all three nights. We brought groceries with us, parked them in the shared fridge, and made sandwiches for our lunches and dinner. They do not provide a shared kitchen (perhaps they did in the past, but are unable to do so these days due to regulations re: professional kitchens). They provide the aforementioned shared fridge + microwave. The fridge could use a bit of a scrub, but it was perfectly fine our needs. They also offer to make lunches to pack and go (chicken salad; tuna salad, pb & j) for lunch; we were happy to make/bring our own. Breakfast was good: on Day 1: Matthew gave us options: cheese omelet or pancakes. Boyfriend went for the omelet, and I got the pancakes: huge portion! (and I ate it all.) They also served fruit and oatmeal. Day 2: we found breakfast already made: fruit, oatmeal, deviled eggs, and grilled cheese. Tea and coffee was offered each day. The room was large and spacious. They had black-out curtains on most of the windows. I also had an eye mask with me, which was still helpful, as one window was without a curtain (on the far end of the room, away from the bed.). The bathroom was clean, the water was hot. Some other reviewers commented that TP must be tossed in the garbage bin, rather than flushed. We specifically inquired about this, since most places required that practice, but the host advised that it was fine to flush. Maybe it's best to inquire again to be sure we didn't misunderstand. During our three nights, there were very few other guests. Night one: maybe two rooms were occupied. Night two: I think we were the only guests there. Had the entire place to ourselves! Night three: one other solo traveler was present (as already mentioned). On our first full day, we took Matthew's advice and headed to the Rio Sabana trail, walk-able from the property. We took this trail up until it met the Trade Winds Trail. There and back to and from the lodge was approximately 6 miles. It was muddy and a bit rough at times (there were a few ropes along the trails to hold on to for stability), but we absolutely loved it. We didn't see a single person on the trail. Note: this is on the south side of El Yunque. I believe the north side: 1 - requires reservations (Covid era), and 2 - much more crowded and popular with tourists. On day 2: we decided to simply stay on the property. Chillin' in a hammock with the rain forest as scenery. Enjoyed the well-maintained trail down to the swimming hole. We also had the swimming hole to ourselves. There were shrimp in the clear water with us. The trail is filled with beautiful tropical plants like Bird of Paradise, Black Flamingo, and bromeliad (if I identified that correctly). At night we managed to find some of the tiny coquis within the flora. It was helpful to have a head lamp. In sum: book this place! Be patient and kind to the hosts. This is a (small) family run operation; the key to enjoying your stay is good communication, and to manage your expectations. Casa Cubuy offers a stay which is unique and special that a major hotel could not match. I am grateful that they share this special spot in the world with others.…
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Date of stay: March 2022
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We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Cubuy. Suggest trying to arrive during the daylight as the road curves a good amount. There is a fridge for guests to use to keep things cold and a microwave/plates/flatware/glasses. When we were there there was no evening food service, but breakfast was filling and tasty. Our room (#2) was clean and comfortable. We slept with the sliding glass doors open and enjoyed the sounds of nature! The hammocks and outdoor seating were so inviting! We finished our book of Puerto Rican fables while we were there. It was fun reading them while imagining the things happening in the beautiful views we were looking at. The pool that you can walk to on the trail below Casa Cuby was fabulous! We were there in January and it was a bit nippy, but we still spent almost a full hour playing in the water there. The best part was the 1 kilometer walk up to the back side of the rainforest where we could then take a lovely trail for an hour plus walk to some lovely swimming pools. You find that trail from behind the first little pavilion. I would suggest downloading All Trails or some app to help you navigate the hike (as we accidently took the road that was washed away for a bit, which isn't really what you want to do since the road was, well, washed away and is not safe!). Again, we were there in January and mid-week, so there was really not many people around, but we hiked in the rainforest for 4 hours without seeing any other people. It was amazing!…
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Let’s just say that I had no idea what my son and I were in for when we booked our stay at Casa Cubuy! This place is a little piece of heaven, to say the least! We stayed here for 2 of our 5 nights while visiting Puerto Rico and Vieques Island. Marianne and her son Matthew go above and beyond to make the visit to El Yunque Rainforest a memorable one! If your looking for a five star hotel based on amenities and lavish towels and linens, then do not come here. The simplicity of Casa Cubuy is what makes it so perfect! Very slow internet connection no pool, no Jacuzzi, no traffic. It’s exactly what we wanted; to rid ourselves of the commotion of the real world we come from! There’s a beautiful waterfall right at the base of the property, just a short 5 minute hike. The water is so pure and was refreshing to swim in! Entrance to the rainforest is just a short walk, but come prepared and bring old hiking shoes as it does get muddy! They’re all walking sticks provided and for a small fee Matthew packed us a lunch to take with us on our hike! Breakfast is provided and is over the top delicious! There is a small breakfast bar on the patio area which is served daily at 8:45 AM. Our breakfast consisted of fresh fruits fresh squeeze juices, coffee, breakfast burritos, homemade oatmeal, and stuffed French toast. I cannot say enough and words really do this review no justice. If you want to immerse yourself in the rainforest, then definitely stay here!…
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Date of stay: February 2022
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We stayed at Casa Cubuy in the room with 3 beds. It was a perfect fit for our family of 4. We were in a clean, comfortable room, and there was absolutely no need for air conditioning. The view was amazing! Pictures do not do it justice. It was beautiful watching the sun rise over the mountains, while listening to the frogs and water rushing over the rocks. We enjoyed exploring the grounds and being able to hike an area of El Yunque where we were the only travelers on the trails. Breakfast was delicious: fresh fruit, eggs, breads, and a porridge that was out of this world. We enjoyed talking with the other guests, sharing advice for travel on the island. I highly recommend staying at this location. My family did not want to leave!
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Date of stay: December 2021
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We stayed here for 2 days of our 7 day trip to Puerto Rico and can honestly say that we needed more time. The first night we fell asleep to the sounds of the beautiful waterfall down below and the singing of the Coqui frogs. The second night we got to experience the true rain forest, as the rain fall lulled us to sleep and woke us in the morning. I fully recommend leaving your balcony door open at all times. Breakfast was delicious and had the added benefit of the view of the waterfall and surrounding mountain ranges. If you make a left backing out of their parking area, you will run into a closed road entrance to the El Yunque National Forest where you can park and experience some pretty great views, waterfalls, and hiking trails. I cannot recommend this place enough and if I could give it more than 5 stars I gladly would. Marianne and Mathew are amazing hosts and I will absolutely be returning in the near future. Do not hesitate to book your stay here, I promise you won’t be disappointed!…
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The lodge has gorgeous, peaceful views of the mountain, and access to a few trails which will keep you busy for decently-long day hikes. Highly recommend staying here! We found an Uber willing to take us up here, but couldn't find one to take us back, so you'll need to call a cab to come get you. Cabs usually leave from San Juan and take an hour to get to Casa Cubuy, so make sure to call ahead. Watch out for room 7 (the cheapest room) - you can hear everything that goes on in the common space immediately in front of the room, and all that separates you from that common space visually are some translucent curtains. With the lights off in the room, nobody can see in, but you feel very exposed because you can see out.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Comfortable accommodations. Friendly and helpful hosts. Breakfast was wonderful. The coqui frogs will sing you to sleep every night. Not a mosquito in sight. Beautiful grounds as well. One of the nicest ecolodges we’ve have ever stayed at.
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Casa Cubuy Ecolodge
Which popular attractions are close to Casa Cubuy Ecolodge?
Nearby attractions include El Yunque National Forest (2.4 miles), Yokahú Observation Tower (4.0 miles), and Catarata La Mina (3.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Casa Cubuy Ecolodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Casa Cubuy Ecolodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Casa Cubuy Ecolodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Muralla, Yuquiyu Delights, and Bar Mountain View.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Casa Cubuy Ecolodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including Spanish and Czech.
Does Casa Cubuy Ecolodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is Casa Cubuy Ecolodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.