Pacuare Lodge by Boena, San JoséPacuare Lodge by Boena in San José, Costa Rica has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 88 hotels we score in San José. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.1, Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $705 a night (cached, not a live quote).Pacuare Lodge by Boena is an eco-hotel located in the Bajo Tigre area of Limon Province, near Siquirres. Set within 860 acres of rainforest, the property consists of 20 suites and bungalows overlooking the Pacuare River. It caters to travellers seeking nature-focused stays, providing an outdoor pool, a spa, a restaurant, and a games room. Guests can enjoy mountain and river views from the grounds. Access to the lodge requires rafting or similar methods, which may be difficult for some visitors. The hotel maintains a policy that prohibits intoxicated guests from entering the premises.What stands out

River and mountain views

On-site spa and pool

Daily breakfast included

Watch out for

Remote access via rafting

Strict admission policy

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