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Hotel El Encanto

4.0 star property

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A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and lounge chairs.
A tropical garden with a pathway leading to a building with a red roof and balconies.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a fan.
A room with a view of a lush garden through sheer curtains.
A room with a bed, a sofa, and a glass coffee table.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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300 meters west of Cahuita, Cahuita, Limon, 70403
  • Place, Negra Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Cahuita
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cahuita National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a canopy, and a view of greenery through a window.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, a window with curtains, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A room with two beds, each with a canopy bedspread and pillows.

Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio

A room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a fan.

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Bungalow

A covered outdoor area with a wooden floor, white lattice panels, and a blue and red building in the background.

Superior Bungalow

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden floor, a canopy bed, a painting, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Superior Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Triple Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A room with two beds, each with a red bedspread and white pillows, and a canopy bed with a sheer white canopy.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Standard 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Triple Standard 2nd Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cahuita

At Hotel El Encanto you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Negra Beach and Playa Cahuita. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to horse riding/hire and snorkelling. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 4-property class Cahuita hotel include Playa Cocles and Punta Uva Beach.

What's nearby

  • Negra Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa Cahuita - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cahuita National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blanca Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 38 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar y Restaurante de Atlantida Lodge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reggae Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Soda Kawe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Italiano Cahuita - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Del Rita Paty's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Encanto

Hotel El Encanto offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Hotel El Encanto. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cahuita hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Encanto offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Cahuita hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 June to 14 June:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel El Encanto

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 26.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 700 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 700 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 26.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

El Encanto Cahuita
Hotel El Encanto Cahuita
Hotel El Encanto Hotel
Hotel El Encanto Cahuita
Hotel El Encanto Hotel Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel El Encanto?

Hotel El Encanto offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Encanto?

As of 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Encanto on 1 Sept 2026 start from NZ$217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel El Encanto?

Yep, Hotel El Encanto has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel El Encanto?

Yep, Hotel El Encanto is a short 5-minute walk from Negra Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel El Encanto?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs and facials.

Does Hotel El Encanto have a pool?

Hotel El Encanto has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Hotel El Encanto a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel El Encanto.

Does Hotel El Encanto serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is on offer daily between 7 AM and 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Encanto?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel El Encanto?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from June 1 until June 14.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Encanto?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Encanto?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel El Encanto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property! There was always enough shade in and around the pools, and excellent bird watching within the hotel grounds. The location was excellent, with the beaches, national park, and town/restaurants within easy walking distance, but it was nice and peaceful at the hotel itself. Our room was nice and the shower was excellent. The only problem was the lack of soundproofing - we heard every word and footstep from the suite above. The staff were exceptional and very helpful with booking a driver to take us to Limon airport
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chahrazad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay very much! Everything was just beautiful, the room, the Terrasse, the surroundings. Would return! Restaurant options and supermarkets plenty. The breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mitra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

July visit

It's a cozy hotel with specialized attention. Very good for small families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming and friendly. We could hear the ocean at all times. It is a very calming place with a nice pool and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful property and staff, near town.

Wonderful property, very nice staff, close walk to town and beach. Saw lots of wildlife in the lovely garden. Easy walk to town and national park.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the location, close to the beach, privacy and safety.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place that is in walking distance to beach, park, restaurants. Place is secure with a gate and has parking. This is a great place to stay to explore Cahuita. The rooms are nice and clean and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time, the service was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing little hotel across the street from the beach. Fantastic restaurant, coffee shop/deli right on the beach as well. Sloths in the trees, birds, super nice for such a small and remote town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

chiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautifully managed property. Staff was very kind. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel

Beautiful place looks just like the photos. Restaurant food was good and staff there and at reception were nice and efficient. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property so many gorgeous species of birds, very peaceful and quiet, on main road right across from a black sand beach, down the street from a police station
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, very romantic vibe. Rooms were very clean, staff was friendly, included breakfast was awesome. I liked that the whole place is gated in. It felt very safe, like a secret little retreat. Great location, very walkable to beaches, food, and Cahuita National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I was on business. Rooms are modest but the staff is great, especially Conrad. I would have liked a small refrigerator in the room and since I was their working, breakfast that started earlier than 7am, which was often delayed past 7 even for coffee.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Across the road from little local beaches, the hotel and our cabana felt like an oasis to return to after snorkeling in the national park or hiking. The staff were very helpful and we enjoyed our stay. We saw sloths and monkeys right on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel in Cahuita

Great hotel in Cahuita. Pools and near to beach, if you fell for that. Delicious breakfast. Really nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d rather not tell anyone about this place,just to keep it to myself- but our stay there was amazing. Super friendly staff, location was great in Cahuita. Everything walkable, but they helped us get a scooter and that opened up our excursion possibilities and was very helpful. Would and WILL stay here again when we return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and well-appointed. A classy little boutique hotel in the truest sense of the word. A true oasis in this part of Costa Rica.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfort, service, and nature at your doorstep

We had an amazing time at El Encanto. Our room was comfortable and well outfitted, breakfast (and dinner) was tasty, the pools were great and the service was helpful and friendly. Our unexpected favorite part of the experience was the nature you could see from within the hotel walls - sloths (2)!, monkeys, frogs, iguanas and lots of birds. A great combo of luxury and nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property consists of 10 or so villas. Well appointed and comfortable. Small, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Amenities
The Bungalow, the Garden with the plants and the animals, the beautiful Swimmingpool.The stuff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, quiet, close to the beach and a short walk from town. Laurent, at reception, was extremely helpful regarding recommendations for activities and transportation. Sara, also at reception, was very helpful for setting up tours. The restaurant’s snapper in coconut sauce was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely romantic Pura Vida experience with amazing wildlife including a sloth and singing birds, gorgeous garden and comfy cabins. Loved the breakfasts and caring staff! The pools were refreshing too! Perfect spot to experience Costa Rica! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cabins near the main street of Cahuita. The interior has beautiful wooden surfaces. Beds come with mosquito nets which is handy. Food was great, particularly the breakfast toast with pineapple jam. All the staff was lovely. The garden is also beautiful, with chances to spot some frogs and lizards.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so beautiful! The quietness...the ambience, the food, the wildlife, everything was beautifully amazing. The staff was so kind and accommodating. Playa Negra is just a couple minute walk down the street. Where you can enjoy a local beer, music or some good food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023