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Kenaki Lodge

3.0 star property
Beach hotel in Cahuita with free parking

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Front of property
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Exterior
Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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Cahuita 3,5 km, sobre Playa Grande, Cahuita, Limon
  • Place, Playa Grande
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Negra Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Cahuita
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Estandar Habitacion Estandar Doble - Cama Queen

Estandar Habitacion Estandar Doble - Cama Queen

Estandar Habitacion Estandar Doble - Cama Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Private bathroom
In-room massage
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Bungalow Doble con cocina equipada

Bungalow Doble con cocina equipada

Bungalow Doble con cocina equipada

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Private bathroom
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Bungalow Quadruple con cocina equipada

Bungalow Quadruple con cocina equipada

Bungalow Quadruple con cocina equipada

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Private bathroom
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Private bathroom
In-room massage
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Private bathroom
In-room massage
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Cahuita

At Kenaki Lodge you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Playa Grande and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Negra Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Cahuita hotel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Playa Cahuita and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Blanca Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Grande - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Negra Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa Cahuita - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Blanca Beach - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica - 13 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante sobre las Olas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Reggae Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kawe Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Restaurant Cahuita National Park - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soda Kawe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Kenaki Lodge

Beach hotel in Cahuita with free parking
Kenaki Lodge offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kenaki Lodge also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cahuita hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2011
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Kenaki Lodge offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 for adults and USD 8 for children

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2011
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 12 for adults and from USD 8 for children

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3102538509

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kenaki Lodge Hotel
Kenaki Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge
Kenaki Lodge Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge Costa Rica/Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge Cahuita
Kenaki Lodge Hotel Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kenaki Lodge?

Kenaki Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kenaki Lodge?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kenaki Lodge on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$118.58, 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 Kenaki Lodge?

Yep, Kenaki Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kenaki Lodge?

Yep, Kenaki Lodge is a short 7-minute walk from Playa Grande. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and body boarding.

Does Kenaki Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kenaki Lodge?

No, Kenaki Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kenaki Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Kenaki Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Kenaki Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

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

Perfect

We were very satisfied and we expected our stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Hotel is located in the “jungle” It’s better to have a car because to the city is 1 hour walking. On the other hand your “private” beach is just in front of the hotel access the road and crossing short distance in “jungle” 2 minutes from your room. The beach is wild, but empty with big waves, warm water also during the rain. The owners are super friendly and kind. They prepare breakfast according to your preferences. Room is clean quite well equipped. You’re in jungle, you should expect there are insects and bugs around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Becky, Murray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hostess was nice but due to having no windows it was extremely hot in the room at night. Also the owner has dogs that like to bark when anyone drove by no matter the hour. Luckily the hostess worked with us and let us cancel our reservation to find a more quiet place that had windows and ac.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kitzya

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

Zen Lodge

It was a great stay. I think initially after a day of travel we were jarred by the lack of ac but honestly you adjust easily. The host was very friendly and helpful. A very calm relaxing stay, nice place to go to if you truly want to detach from regular life.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saundra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and comfortable. The charm of the room made the stay very relaxing. We didn’t miss not having a television. The internet was slow so don’t expect to get any work done if you planned on working instead of enjoying the nearby beach.

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Well this is my first time on that side of Costa Rica and my overall opinion of the property was OK the hot water worked and neither one of our rooms and nobody seem to care to fix it the breakfast was a little bit pricey most places include a free breakfast The beach was black sand not a very pretty beach no stores are close by and the walk to town is a good one I probably cannot stay there again due to the fact that it was too far from anywhere to eat but for the price it wasn’t bad the owner was a friendly lady
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness

Expensive not worth

The breakfas was included but never get the breakfast, because the owners are not there to make the breakfast they are walking on the beach and don't care about serving the breakfast, second the ceiling fan in the room are VERY VERY dirty see photos, it is not good for the price for this place the price is not more than $60 max...I want add photos of the ceiling fan here but it not work ... But it is REALLY VERY DIRTY Never again I recommend 100% El Encanto
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Charles O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 Night Walked away

This place was the worst. The bed was so bad my back aches the next day, you can literally see the springs through the thread bare linens. The blankets were so used, I wouldn’t expect my dog to sleep on them. We came back one afternoon to termite waste on our bed, it was more than we could take. We happily walked away from the entire weeks pre-payment with no regrets. We use VRBO all the time, and this was without a doubt the worst place we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, including their own sloth! Friendly and helpful people. Very cool turtle hatchery.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La cabaña es muy amplia y cómoda, rodeada de naturaleza. Los dueños son muy amables. La zona en general es muy caliente y húmeda por lo que se requiere de un buen ventilador (aire acondicionado casi no manejan en la zona), desafortunadamente el de nuestra habitación no funcionaba y al ser un lugar tan alejado de la capital no pudieron mandarlo a arreglar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Relaxing beachfront stay

A lovely, relaxing place to stay right on the beachfront. Stayed in the cottage and it is very well equipped for a little getaway home from home, while the regular rooms seem perfectly comfortable for short trips or where self catering option isn't needed. The owner, Isabelle, is also very friendly and welcoming. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Quiet spot

Quiet location across from a deserted beach and 5 minute drive from town. Full kitchen. The beds and linens are not the most comfortable. Expected a little more for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

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

Amazing Stay!

It was one of the best hotels that we have stayed at! The owners were amazing and accommodating! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Isabel the owner and Maria on her staff is wonderful. We had a lot of mosquitoes in our cabin at night and we all spent a restless night itching from the bites.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Newton

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

Tranquillo

Really quiet place except for waves crashing in the distance! Setting between beach and ocean is beautiful. Minor issues with cockroach and damaged toilet but rooms are spacious and clean. The road along the coast is very rough. Would have stayed longer but for drive into Cahuita. Isabel and Roberta were very pleasant and attentive. Breakfasts were great and a small bar is available. No restaurant on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shaina, Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay! The staff and resident animals are amazing. So many things to go do and see nearby. We booked a horseback ride and they picked us up right on the beach across from the bnb. The beds are a bit incomfortable so, that could use an upgrade, but otherwise would HIGHLY recommend! 🤘
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing accommodations. Very friendly and accommodating host. One of the closer locations to beach than most other hotels on this street. Beach is right there. Loved to hear the surf all night and tropical birds all day. Bring food for the Kitchen . Not many places to stop and eat if you arrive after dark. This is truly a magical place. Sloth right in our tree in front of our room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Kara, Dillingham, Alaska

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Gecko fights and cool nights

Kenaki Lodge is a nice place in a nice setting. It is within walking distance of a pleasant sitting area on the beach. Cahuita has several grocery stores and great restaurants. The bungalow where we stayed had a full kitchen, with dishes, coffee pot, fridge, microwave, toaster oven, dish washing supplies etc. and a nice 4 place wood dining table. The hosts can cook you breakfast if you're not inclined to cook for yourself. The bathrooms were separate, with a shower on one side of the studio and the toilet and sink on the other side. There was one king bed. We had nice hot water in a very elegantly tiled shower. Because the surf was high making snorkeling and fishing difficult in mid-Feb, our hosts offered to take us on a fishing trip on a near by river. Unfortunately, the trip was cancelled. I'm sure it would have been a unique adventure! My only complaint with this facility is that it needs a deep cleaning to get ahead of the evidence left by the large community of geckos living in the ceiling tiles, cupboards, and drapes. As with ALL the places we stayed in Costa Rica, one must be cognizant of crumbs and sugary things to keep the ants from invading. There is a nice porch with a pleasant sitting area to enjoy a beverage with friends while listening to the ocean waves. Overall, it was a nice experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Excellent

Small run B&B run by a very charminging and friendly couple. Staff very friendly. Fresh towels and room cleaned daily. Breakfast was plentiful to keep your hunger at bay until later in the day. Close to everything you are looking to do or visit as long as you have your own transport. Offered good discounts on some of the local activity but only did a couple as we had a car and knew what we wanted to do ourselves. Deftly recommend the night boat trip with roberto (Isobel’s husband). The local national park is a must as you will see all the animals there that you have came to Costa Rica to see. I would definitely book here again if I came back to the area as they made our stay a very fond and special memory which we cherish for always. Thank you Isobel and roberto for making a part of holiday so special. The only negative was that we didn’t get to do any snorkeling because of the sea conditions but that’s out of anyone’s hands. 10 out of 10 and would definitely recommend anyone else to stay here
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful breakfast, lovely host

not very cosy. Curtains need blackout

8/10 Good

Ran

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

Great spot

Great family owned hostel With great location and beautiful spot. Nice breakfast and helpful staff 2 problems- the wifi is super poor and the beds are not comfortable.