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Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in Tárcoles with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Living area
Interior
Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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Calle 3, Quebrada de Ganado, Bosques Margarita, Tárcoles, Puntarenas, 61101
  • Hacienda las Agujas
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Mantas Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Playa Blanca
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)

Room options

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Family Cabin, 2 Double Beds

Family Cabin, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Minibar
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Tárcoles

At Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Hacienda las Agujas and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Playa Agujas. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a children's swimming pool and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Tárcoles hotel include Jacó Beach and Marina Los Sueños.

What's nearby

  • Hacienda las Agujas - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Agujas - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mantas Beach - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Carara National Park - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Playa Blanca - 13 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hook Up - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bar 8cho - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Zoe Restaurante - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Carabelas - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC Herradura - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge

Hotel in Tárcoles with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tárcoles hotel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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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)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

As of 13 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge on 1 Sept 2025 start from NZ$153.68, 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 Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

Yep, Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

The closest beach to Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge is Jacó Beach (12 km).

Does Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge have a pool?

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Does Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is available daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Selva Color Forest & Beach Ecolodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 90 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La habitación es comfortable, cómoda y el lugar es precioso. Faltó tener una cocina y TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JEAN-PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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

Beautiful place in the forest

We loved our stay at Selva Color. Great attentive staff who looked after us very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabins are comfortable and clean, and the A/C worked great. The cabins are surrounded by lovely tropical forest and gardens. We didn’t have time to use the pool, but it looked clean and inviting. Staff are friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect for catching early morning birding tours at nearby Carara NP. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved Selva Color for a place to stay near Carara National Park and the village of Tarcoles, where you can see the gorgeous Scarlet Macaw Parrots, many other beautiful birds, monkeys, and other wildlife. 10 minute drive. There are Macaws right on the property to squawk their greetings as you check in. The staff was friendly and professional and answered all of my questions in English. The cabin I had was older, but beautifully decorated with the Scarlet Macaw red theme (perfect for me). Everything worked well, such ad frige and coffee maker, and everything was clean. The bed was comfortable and the secured grounds felt very quiet and safe. I went to Tarcoles village beach to watch the Macaws turn in for the evening and to enjoy a fabulous sunset. I recommend Selva Color for a good night sleep before serous birding in Carara National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ashli

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

Quaint little EgoLodge

Sweet little spot to make your south in Costa Rica
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful secluded cabins in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for us. Cabins layed out nicely to feel secluded but very close to pool and dinning area. Wonderful and beautiful property. August 2024
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Don’t stay there!!

The water got cut off when we needed to take showers after swimming, and then came back after about one hour. It sounded like that happens a lot because they told us to use the emergency water which they store in a couple of 6 liter water underneath the sink. The worse part is the electricity went down at 10:39pm, so we didn’t have power, air conditioning, and the internet until 9:30 am the next day. It was hot and humid in the room. I didn’t feel safe sleeping the whole night because the staff all went home at 9pm and we were the only customers there that night. As for the breakfast, they gave us plain toasted breads, a couple pieces of cut fruits, and coffee because they didn’t have the electricity to cook hot breakfast. The hotel needs some serious major updates. Windows and entrance door have so many crakes that we had to put toilet paper to block the insects, such as mosquitoes, ants, etc. to come into the room. Towels are so old and ripped (see pictures attached). With that kind of condition they shouldn’t be charging what they are charging currently. They should not be in the hotel business if they are not able to provide their customers with basic essential services, such as water, electricity, and safety. I didn’t feel safe being there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

Two night stay

Great two night stay part of a bigger trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anamaria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

SHAWN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay, hearing the birds in the am was very nice. highly recomend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful secluded location in the heart of the forest. The pool was really nice and only 25 metres from our lodge. So much wildlife all around, a pair of Macaws up in a tree and many other species of birds and reptiles. The staff that provided breakfast were wonderfully friendly and overall it was a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

wes

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
THIS HOTEL WAS A NICE PLACE TO STAY TO GET AWAY FROM IT ALL. THE TOWN IS SMALL BUT HAS ALL THE STORES AND SERVICES THAT YOU MAY NEED. THE RESTURAUNTS OFFER GOOD FOOD. PATRICICA HELP US OUT WITH TRANSPORATION AND ANY QUESTIONS THAT WE HAD. YOU REALLY GET TO HEAR HOW PURE NATURE SOUNDS LIKE. THE POOL WAS GREAT IN THE MIDDDLE OF THE DAY AND YOUR CLOSE TO MANY EXCURSIONS. I RECCOMEND THIS PLACE TO STAY TO GET OUT OF THE BIG CITY LIFE. WE WILL BE BACK.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our favorite property we stayed at during our trip and we stayed at multiple hotels around the country. Staff were amazing, and we loved the pool. It felt very cozy and private and like we had a little jungle paradise to ourselves. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. Only con is we wish their was more wall plugs by the beds. Breakfast was fantastic and we would recommend this hotel to anyone going to Carara National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

graham

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Friendly property manager, nice pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Interesting property in the jungles. We stayed for one night. The room was nice, but no hot water and smelled like fresh paint. The sheets were not super clean either, but the staff is very helpful and nice. We enjoyed meeting Sandra and others. Decent breakfast.There is a great seafood restaurant next to the property in 1.2km. We loved their chicken soup!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Exceptional!

This is a wonderful place to stay! You are surrounded by rain forest at the foot of a coastal mountain range and close to the beach and Carara NP. The birding is exceptional, the staff is welcoming and eager to assist, and the “typical “ breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gilles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place with beautiful staff. Noises of nature fill the senses.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023