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    La Paloma Lodge

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    524 reviews
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    Reviewed 11 March 2015
    An excellent Eco Lodge in Costa Rica

    We have just returned from a wonderful trip to La Paloma on the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. The lodge looked after our bookings from San Jose to the Lodge and did an excellent job. Everything was smooth and stressless. We had never gone to...More

    Thank Stuart R
    Reviewed 2 March 2015
    Our experience at La Paloma

    My wife was unwell for part of our stay and the staff were extremely helpful and attentive. The setting is exceptional , and, as well as the rooms being very attractive, the lodge is beautiful. Wonderful birdwatching. The two guides for the snorkelling and jungle...More

    1  Thank frankmusson
    Reviewed 2 March 2015
    It's even better the second visit!

    So last year I visited La Paloma with five other friends. We went the same time period, last week of February. See previous review for details. This year i went solo and had every bit as much fun as the first year. I went with...More

    1  Thank heron48
    Reviewed 22 February 2015
    25 years of jungle hospitality

    After 25 years of running a lodge in the jungle, I would have long tired of taking care of guests. But the staff and owners never seem to tire and are most engaged in each and everyone who graces their rooms. I was there with...More

    2  Thank 557philr
    Reviewed 22 February 2015
    Perfection

    Just arrived home to Canada after 6 nights at La Paloma. Our goals were to experience the wilderness of the Osa peninsula, learn about the flora and fauna, and have an adventure! All goals were achieved. La Paloma strikes the perfect balance between a true...More

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    GeziyozBiz
    17 January 2018|
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    Response from natasha2929 | Reviewed this property |
    I wouldn't advise it. Too many potential hazards for such young children. Come here when they are older.
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    20 October 2017|
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    Response from collette90511 | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, very good new ac
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    Response from La_Paloma_Lodge | Property representative |
    Hello. Fantastic. Yes, we can offer your family a 2 bedroom/2 bath Deluxe Rancho for your requested dates. I am glad to send you a quote please send an email so that the reservation department can answer properly. You can... More
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    "Best service and accommodation ever"
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    "Depends on size of party. For 2, closer to the main lodge would be better."
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    "All of the accommodations are fabulous."
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    "Lodge rooms 1-4 are closest to the lodge. Rancho 6 and 7 are the farthest from the lodge, but also the most..."
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