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Rafiki Safari Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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Front of property
1 bedroom
Exterior
2 outdoor pools
Standard Tent, Mountain View

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$347
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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Camino de Rio Savegre, Río Nuevo, San José, 60601
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
  • Place, Playa La Macha
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Tent, Mountain View

Standard Tent, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Tent, Lake View

Superior Tent, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom

Deluxe Tent, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Tent, Mountain View

Family Tent, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Río Nuevo

At Rafiki Safari Lodge, you'll be 27.2 km (16.9 mi) from Matapalo Beach and 28.2 km (17.5 mi) from Linda Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy access to ecotours, horse riding/hire and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Río Nuevo hotel you'll find Manuel Antonio Beach.

What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 58 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albergue Coopesilencio - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante La Casona - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪El Joron - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Club Finca Maritima - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Tico - ‬53 min drive

About this property

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Riverwalk hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Rafiki Safari Lodge offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. 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 terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Rafiki Safari Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Río Nuevo hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rafiki Safari Lodge offers 14 accommodations. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Yep, Rafiki Safari Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafiki Safari Lodge on 5 Nov 2025 start from NZ$346.99, 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 Rafiki Safari Lodge?

The closest beach to Rafiki Safari Lodge is Manuel Antonio Beach (18.7 km).

Is there a spa on site at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

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

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge have a pool?

Rafiki Safari Lodge has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

Is Rafiki Safari Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as 2 outdoor pools and a picnic area, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rafiki Safari Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge serve breakfast?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

No, Rafiki Safari Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Rafiki Safari Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic place. The rafting activity is a must do. Great food. Keep going team!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025