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Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat

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A wooden room with a bed, a chair, and a view through an open door.
A beach with dense tropical vegetation and a clear view of the ocean.
A wooden structure with a roof, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
An interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large open space with a wooden floor.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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Playa Rincón de San Josecito, Drake Bay, Puntarenas Province, 60506
  • Place, Playa Rincon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Corcovado National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Jiménez (PJM)
    ‪179 min drive‬

Room options

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Panoramic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Panoramic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

  • Ocean view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A wooden cabin with a bed, a small kitchen, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Suite

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

Family Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Panoramic Bungalow

Panoramic Bungalow

  • Ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Panoramic Bungalow

Panoramic Bungalow

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A wooden room with two beds, each with a canopy, and a large window with a view of trees.

Standard Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A room with two beds, a wooden floor, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Bungalow, 1 Double Bed

A wooden room with a bed, a small table with a vase, and a window with a lattice design.

Basic Bungalow, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a bed, wooden headboard, and a window with sheer curtains.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

About the area

Drake Bay

A luxury stay in Drake Bay awaits you at Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Playa Rincon and 3.2 km (2 mi) from San Josecito Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a private beach and free continental breakfast. .Enjoy access to ecotours, horse riding/hire and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In proximity to this 5-property class Drake Bay lodge you'll find Corcovado National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Rincon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Corcovado National Park - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Playa Colorada - 21 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Drake Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead - 26 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Drake Bay (DRK) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roberto's Marisquería - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coco Café - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Casa El Tortugo - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Claudio's Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Choza - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat

A private beach is featured. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Drake Bay lodge.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat offers 10 accommodations. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 20 per person, per night

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

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 and cash
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat?

Yep, Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat is a short 16-minute walk from Playa Rincon. Fun beach activities include yoga, snorkelling and fishing.

What makes Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and couples dining, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat.

Does Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat?

No, Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ocean Forest Ecolodge Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great food, as others have said it's very rustic which depends on your point of view how you take that. I loved it however, both ATV transfers we asked for didn't materialise which, esp for the route back, was mildly annoying. Being in the room whilst it was raining cats and dogs during the night was incredible
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable place to visit and unwind! Staff and services are top notch and would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were so many monkeys every day. We saw toucans Maciel’s, spider monkeys and capuchins. There are so many trees and flowers that makes this place so beautiful. The staff were so lovely and helped us organize tours and taxis while we were there. The beach is right in front and this area of Costa Rica is so beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Akar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was helpful. The location of the lodge is amazing. The secluded beach is one of the best. However, there seems almost no good options for vegetarian meals. Also, there is no ceiling fan in the rooms which gets very hot in humod in summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My wife and I loved Ocean Forest. I would describe it as tropical rustic. It was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Prvain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Consider this more of a rustic camping-like experience. Cabins have screens, but bugs still come in. Incredible location! Spider monkeys were swinging above our cabin every morning, holwers start up at day break, and capuchins befriended us at the beach. Scarlett macawas everywhere, we saw them constantly, as well as toucans. The beach immediately out front is wavy and rough, but my kids still jumped in the waves daily. The highlight is San Josecito beach, a 17 minute walk along the ocean. It is a calmer bay with a reef and plenty of fish. We swam with a 4-5 foot sea turtle for half an hour. This place was deserted until noon every day. Food was excellent, fresh and traditional. They make fresh fruit juices daily! Staff are very lovely and go out of their way to ensure you have a great stay. It was a very memorable part of our trip and we felt fully immersed in the jungle at ocean forest.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEXIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Un petit coin d'enchantement, perdu entre jungle et plages paradisiaques. L'accueil au top, le personnel d'une gentillesse absolue, le calme omniprésent, et les rencontres avec les oiseaux et animaux surprenantes. A recommander sans hésitations !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Piera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024