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Poor Man's Paradise

2.5 star property
Bayside lodge with free breakfast and restaurant

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Beach nearby
Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
Property grounds
Individually decorated, desk, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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Bahía Drake - Osa Peninsula, Drake Bay, Puntarenas, 50603
  • Playa Rincon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • San Josecito Beach
  • Drake Bay Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Sea View

Standard Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Drake Bay

At Poor Man's Paradise you'll be in the region of Parque Nacional Corcovado. Highlights at this beach lodge include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Poor Man's Paradise, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 6 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 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 - 18 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Drake Bay Beach - 23 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead - 23 min drive - 9.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Marea Alta - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Coco Café - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Claudio's Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Casa El Tortugo - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mar y Bosque - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Poor Man's Paradise

Bayside lodge with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Poor Man's Paradise.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Poor Man's Paradise offers 15 accommodations with a ceiling fan. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. 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
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Poor Man's Paradise

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 3:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All the guests need to arrive first to Sierpe (the hotel's office) to take the boat at 11 AM or 3 PM only.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Poor Man's Paradise Lodge Drake Bay
Poor Man's Paradise Lodge
Poor Man's Paradise Drake Bay
Poor Man's Paradise Lodge
Poor Man's Paradise Drake Bay
Poor Man's Paradise Lodge Drake Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Poor Man's Paradise?

Poor Man's Paradise offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Poor Man's Paradise?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poor Man's Paradise on 21 Sept 2025 start from NZ$376.82, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Poor Man's Paradise?

Yep, Poor Man's Paradise is a short 8-minute walk from Playa San Pedrillo. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Poor Man's Paradise serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Poor Man's Paradise?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Poor Man's Paradise?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Poor Man's Paradise?

Check-in begins at 10 AM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at Poor Man's Paradise?

No, only service animals are allowed.