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El-Sabanero Eco Lodge

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for El-Sabanero Eco Lodge

A wooden deck with two chairs facing a lush tropical landscape with palm trees and a mountain in the distance.
A pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, benches, and a high wooden ceiling.
A wooden bar area with stools, a counter with fruits, and a bamboo wall.
An aerial view of a resort with a central building surrounded by lush greenery, a swimming pool, and several smaller structures.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Explore the area

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152 Caña Fistula a Pinilla, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Casino Diria
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, GuanaKart
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Stallion Eco Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪88 min drive‬

Room options

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A wooden-framed bed with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with wooden shutters.

Classic Cabin, Valley View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Valley view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden-framed room with a bed, a desk, and a bench.

Grand Cabin, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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At El-Sabanero Eco Lodge, you'll be 11.6 km (7.2 mi) from Tamarindo Beach and 25.3 km (15.7 mi) from Flamingo Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and sports massages along with facials, body treatments and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .In the area of this 3-property class Tamarindo hotel, you'll find Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Casino Diria - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • GuanaKart - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Black Stallion Eco Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Tamarindo Church - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 20 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lola's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Soda mytica - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Masa Madre - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Marisquería Marcela - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casa Lone Star - ‬14 min drive

About this property

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge

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.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El-Sabanero Eco Lodge offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Cooking classes
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 14 accessible parking spaces
  • Low-height bed
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50 and a deposit of USD 200 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 200 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay plus a one-off USD 50 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
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 Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Hotel
El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Canafistula
El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Hotel Canafistula

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

Yep, El-Sabanero Eco Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge on 5 Dec 2026 start from NZ$291, 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 El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

The closest beach to El-Sabanero Eco Lodge is Tamarindo Beach (9.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments, as well as sports massages.

Does El-Sabanero Eco Lodge have a pool?

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Does El-Sabanero Eco Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

No, El-Sabanero Eco Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge?

Dogs are welcome at El-Sabanero Eco Lodge, with food and water bowls on offer.

El-Sabanero Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean location, friendly d Staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very quiet place I was looking for, nice pool, good breakfast. It is a low key place but nice is you looking for a rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at this hotel are amazing and go above and beyond! The cabins are so cozy and the grounds and pool are beautiful. We loved hanging out w the resident dogs. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything!!! We were the only people staying there at the time and got to have the whole place to ourselves. It was a great birthday treat for myself and my partner. 10/10 would go back especially for the dogs: Canela, Chocolate, and Rocky
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were great ! The location is conveniently 15-20 mins to Tamarindo, which can save you a lot on the cost of staying in tamarindo. You can also arrange shuttle with them from the airport which is only about an hour away. The host is SUPER responsive through WhatsApp. You can also, pay through their payment system there and they will give you cash which is a great way to avoid looking for an ATM.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a complete different lodge compared to the description. A joke in my eyes
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay at El Sabanero Eco- Lodge was incredible. I stayed there with one of my close friends in a single bed suite. The room was clean and the air conditioning worked well. It was amazing the ways that the lodge works to be eco-friendly while still offering a comfortable experience. There was a water station for hot and cold water to fill your water. The wifi does not connect in the cabins however it was incredible to disconnect and the wifi in the main lobby worked well. The road where the lodge is sometimes has mild traffic but nothing too crazy. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, including the friendly dogs that roamed the property. The scenery was breathtaking and the lodge was always clean. Every morning you would be asked if you wanted breakfast and how you would like your eggs. It was plated beautifully and the food was delicious. The pool was beautiful and with the cabins being so far apart it was quiet which was incredible. There were never too many people around which made the stay enjoyable. I have no complaints about this lodge and I will recommend this lodge to everyone I know! Thank you to the lodge for offering such an incredible experience and first visit to Costa Rica!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness
Buena ubicación y el desayuno estaba rico. Deben mejorar las habitaciones y limpieza en general.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Das Zimmer ist in die Jahre gekommen, und sollte nötigst überholt werden. Das Personal war zwar nicht unfreundlich, hat sich aber auch nicht überworfen…das wifi hat leider nur im Gemeinschaftsbereich funktioniert. Der Mitarbeiter wollte sich zwar drum kümmern, hat er aber leider nicht…
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente, el servicio estuvo perfecto! Súper atentos y la comida súper rica
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026