My gf and i almost didn't stay here, as we had originally tried to book another hotel, but they were full. I am so glad they were. Jose's b&b was wonderful. You get to live on a real Tico farm, milk cows, check out his water buffalo, eat traditional Tico meals, and listen to traditional Costa Rican music. I have... More

I won't lie, the road here is an adventure in itself! But so worth it! Our family of four, boys ages 8 and 11, traveled here for a two night stay. This was truly the most memorable part of our 11 day vacation in Costa Rica! I will never know how to thank Jose and his family for the hospitality... More

we found el socorro listed as one of ten birding spots on the Bird Route Map. As we drove up the steep, rocky road, we knew we were heading for a quiet, exotic place. We were warmly greeted and taken to our big farm-like place with 4 bedrooms ,2 bathrooms and a kitchen and porch. the meals were served in... More

We would like to recommend Albergue El Socorro as highly as possible, for adventurous travellers to Costa Rica who are looking for wildlife and authentic experiences. This is a small, simple family farm in a remote, prime wildlife stretch of the Caribbean slope. It was the highlight of our most recent, and best, trip to Costa Rica. We stayed for... More