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The Lookout Inn Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star beach inn with ecotours

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The Lookout Inn Lodge

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas, sun loungers
Front of property
The Black Hawk Cabin | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Cafe
Monkey House | Bathroom | Shower, towels

Overview of The Lookout Inn Lodge

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
Osa Peninsula, Carate, Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, 60702
  • Popular LocationOsa Peninsula1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarate Beach14 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Madrigal14 min walk

Room options

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Tropical Honeymoon | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Tropical Honeymoon

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Tiki Hut | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Tiki Hut

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Monkey House | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Monkey House

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cabana Lorenzo | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Cabana Lorenzo

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Jiménez

Steps from the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Osa Peninsula and Carate Beach. Playa Madrigal and Corcovado National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Osa Peninsula - 1 min walk
  • Carate Beach - 14 min walk
  • Playa Madrigal - 14 min walk
  • Corcovado National Park - 2 min drive
  • Corcovado National Park Office - 43 min drive

About this property

The Lookout Inn Lodge

3-star beach inn with ecotours
A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this inn measures 538 square feet (50 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at The Lookout Inn Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Puerto Jiménez inn is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 9 buildings
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Lookout Inn Lodge offers 11 accommodations with safes and fans. Rooms open to furnished lanais. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Polish, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM–8:30 AM for a fee: CRC 10 for adults and CRC 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished lanai
  • Yard

More

  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CRC 10 for adults and CRC 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 80.00 per vehicle (one-way)

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
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 and Mastercard.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Lookout Carate
Lookout Inn Lodge
Lookout Inn Lodge Carate
Lookout Hotel Carate
Lookout Inn Lodge Costa Rica/Carate
Lookout Inn Lodge Puerto Jimenez
Lookout Puerto Jimenez
The Lookout Inn Lodge Inn
The Lookout Inn Lodge Puerto Jiménez
The Lookout Inn Lodge Inn Puerto Jiménez

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lookout Inn Lodge to the airport?

The Lookout Inn Lodge is 26.8 mi (181-min drive) away from the Puerto Jiménez (PJM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lookout Inn Lodge have an airport shuttle?

The Lookout Inn Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of CRC 80.00 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Lookout Inn Lodge to the beach?

This inn is a short 14-minute walk from Carate Beach and 14-minute walk from Playa Madrigal. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lookout Inn Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lookout Inn Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of CRC 10 for adults and CRC 5 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lookout Inn Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Lookout Inn Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lookout Inn Lodge?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Lookout Inn Lodge have a pool?

The Lookout Inn Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does The Lookout Inn Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lookout Inn Lodge have a spa?

This inn doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis and beach massages.

How close is The Lookout Inn Lodge to downtown Puerto Jiménez?

The Lookout Inn Lodge is 1 mi away from Carate.

The Lookout Inn Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Place....Nature and Animals and still quite !! Very good Eating and very nice personal !! Only the Moskitos are bad ;-)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise but pricey meals!
Amazing eco lodge near the end of the road and the beginning of the jungle. The owners are extremely friendly and funny - and the rooms are unique and open air, making for a fun and adventurous experience. This place isn’t for the luxury focused traveler - it takes a bit of effort to get to and there will of course be bugs and critters around. We loved this about it. The secluded beach is one of a kind. Only downside - meals aren’t included and are extremely expensive: $15 for lunch and $25 for dinners. This place isn’t remote enough to warrant those prices, although the dinners were very good. Lunch left something to be desired. Overall, great experience. I think if you book directly with the hotel you might get a better rate and meals included - so look into that! They are pretty responsive by email.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

annabel , london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
100% recommend
We had such a fantastic time at lookout. The room (monkey house), the staff, the food, and above all, the setting were wonderful. We did a day trip to Corcovado that terry organised for us, which was great. We also did a few independent walks from the hotel, and saw loads of wildlife! It was a mission to get there (planes, boat, taxi), but the hotel advised us and organised what they could. all went without a hitch! Definitely go to the osa peninsula, and definitely stay at lookout!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jungle Paradise!
We absolutely loved this place! Do your research before driving to Carate, Costa Rica such that you understand where you are staying. There are no stores or anything. Its about 1.5 hours from Puerto Jimenez on a dirt road that can be slow going and a little rough. We had to cross 5 streams and small rivers to get there (literally drive through them), but that is the fun of it! If you love being in nature, nestled right in the middle of the jungle, walking distance from Corcovado National Park and forests then this is for you! The resort is Eco-friendly and everything runs on solar power. The cabins are nestled right in the trees with views of toucans, scarlet macaws, monkeys and other animals right outside. We saw so much wildlife right at the resort and on the surrounding trails. The cabins are private in the sense that they are not right next to each other but scattered throughout the property. Most of them including ours, seemed open right to the jungle with netting. The insides were kept really clean given you are right in the jungle. Terry, the owner, was super friendly and was always there to ensure the guests were having a good time. Given the remote location, it was amazing to see the resort actually has a bar with smoothies, drinks, sodas to keep you refreshed after a hike. Bernie was super helpful, making us smoothies and helping us getting our guide and tickets to go into Corcovado. Again, given the fact that you are in the jungle, the dinners and food was 5 star!

4/10 Poor

Helen, Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good staff, bad management
The location of Lookout Inn is gorgeous, and the room itself was clean. Bear in mind the hotel is a two hour walk from the entrance to Corcovado, which seems to be usual for the Osa Peninsula. My mother and I stayed for two nights, and would not have been able to tolerate much longer. The staff is generally agreeable, and the guides were very good, but the owner is a terror. He is consistently drunk when interacting with guests, is rude and unwavering with staff in front of guests, and is overall a presumptuous and unfriendly person to deal with. Additionally, though this is a lesser complaint, it was about 95 degrees fahrenheit and 90% humidity and the shower water was scalding. Mainly as a result of the owner's behavior, there is no way we will return to the Lookout Inn.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nature getaway
Carate is beautiful and the Lookout Inn is a great option if you are looking for something close to nature!

10/10 Excellent

Marie, Quebec

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beach and jungle
A perfect place for à family vacation. Good food (a bit expensive) .

8/10 Good

Katherinne, Chile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bello lugar, es estar en el bosque profundo. Se pueden ver muchos animales libres y felices a cada momento. La playa no es muy apta para el baño, pero hay muchos lugares para pasear. El sistema de comidas, todos juntos como una familia es muy grato. Además las comidas son muy buenas y el cocinero un encanto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

sebastian, xanten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel IM Paradiese
Tolles Hotel, toller Service aber Matratzen sehr gebraucht, sollten erneuert werden. Kein warmes Wasser zum duschen und Strom nur tagsüber da nur über Solar ... aber wir haben sehr genossen und bei der Umgebung schaut man da na drüber weg 😅
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018