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Hotel Escape Caribeno

Carretera Principal Hacia Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 70403 Costa Rica
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#10 of 21 hotels in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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The Hotel ESCAPE CARIBENO, with fourteen comfortable bungalows, is located in the small caribbean village of Puerto Viejo (Limon, Costa Rica). The hotel is 7 minutes from the "Pueblo," in front of the famous Salsa Brava beach. In the coral reef, next to our hotel, there are different natural pools where it's possible to swim around, do snorkeling and places for the lovers of the mountain bike. Escape while there is time, escape to ESCAPE CARIBENO.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Beach
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Hand massage
Baggage storage
Mosquito net
Car park
Wifi
Head massage
Neck massage
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Complimentary toiletries
Bottled water
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Non-smoking rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Maria J wrote a review Jun 2023
2 contributions1 helpful vote
Please DO NOT GO to this hotel! -1. LACK of any modern comfort 2. UNPROFESSIONAL and CREEPY MANAGMENT. From the outside it is very charming, but when you walk in it looks like an unrefurbished cabin from the 1950's. There are 50's style Jalousie mini angled windows that don't seal and allows all the main street noises in, including bugs, and also 5 am bird noises, so sensitive sleepers beware! No Hospitality tray/coffee machine. And what he called a "othopedic" mattress that moves easily across the wooden frame when simply bumped, so my hips that sank to the bottom wooden frame. MOST IMPORTANTLY CREEPY!!! I felt his intentions were sincere in trying to "help" me but he ENTERED MY ROOM when I WASN'T THERE, took a picture of my personal items on the table and sent it to me?? (EMOJI SHOCKED!!) (Went for a walk and left my car keys)I was like RUNNING OUT OF THIS PLACE and then refused to refund my other days saying I had to go through my booker- which of course, they wouldn't do, but he could of EASILY refunded me and refused upon a nice letter. ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE A SINGLE GIRL---DO NOOOOOTTTT GO HERE!!!
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Room Tip: DO NOT STAY here for peace of mind!
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Response from ESCAPE CARIBENO, Propietario at Hotel Escape Caribeño
Responded 11 Feb 2024
Estimada Señora Maria: No a todos los clientes le podemos complacer. Le dimos la mejor ayuda y servicio pero no fue posible satisfacer, sus expectativas fueron para estar en un hotel 5 estrellas Recomendamos a nuestros visitantes disfrutar su estadía en nuestro pequeño paraíso, visitando las bellezas naturales y relajarse con el sonido de las aves en el maravilloso jardín. Ademas, las habitaciones con aire acondicionado, tv, refrigerador, baño privado con agua caliente, te invitan a descansar con comodidad. La visita de miles de huéspedes durante todo el año ratifican el buen servicio y atención de nuestro staff de colaboradores
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Peter K wrote a review Feb 2023
Geneva, Switzerland189 contributions64 helpful votes
The Hotel has two parts. The reception and rows of bungalows are on the right side of the road when coming from Puerto Viejo center. The road is VERY noisy and hence my recommendation is to ask for a bungalow beyond the reception and close to the pool. We stayed in a "sea view bungalow" on the opposite side of the road. You do not sea, but hear the sea as the bungalows are separated from the sea by a 50m stretch of mature trees and bushes. Large clean rooms, veranda with hammock with view on the garden, lawns and trees. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and monkeys (howler and spider) provide entertainment. One great advantage here is the footpath 10m from the sea that gets you into town (10min), the excellent bakery (5min) or to the cockles beach (20 min). So much nicer than walking beside the heavy traffic on the road. The downside of the "sea view bungalow" is the road and its traffic noise just 20m away.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mónica M wrote a review Jun 2022
Bronx, New York1155 contributions128 helpful votes
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Checked in as part of your group for a two night stay. Good space, tv, ac, safe and decent bathroom. Pool , bar and restaurant on premises. Staff is friendly. Rooms are clean. Location is good. Approximately seven minute walk. There are a lot of stores, cafes and restaurants.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from ESCAPE CARIBENO, Propietario at Hotel Escape Caribeño
Responded 05 Jun 2022
Dear Thank you so much for your review We are glad because you enjoy the stay in our little paradise We hope that you come back soom Best regards Juan José
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DoBeAdventure wrote a review Dec 2021
Peachland, Canada148 contributions71 helpful votes
A quaint place with lovely walkways and a well maintained, refreshing pool. A short walk to the downtown area. The hotel has units on the other side of the street also, which is oceanfront. The cabins are clean, staff was friendly. Masks are worn by all staff, whi h was our experience in all our CR
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Leah M wrote a review Oct 2021
8 contributions11 helpful votes
This Hotel has the most STUNNING gardens and grounds! Each “bungalow” has a patio with a hammock to better enjoy the lush, tropical greenery. There is a gorgeous pool area and a restaurant with truly delicious food! The rooms themselves are very basic, the bed was quite hard and there was no hot water the first night we stayed. It came back temporarily the next morning but it still wasn’t fantastic.
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: You can see lots of animals (including poisonous frogs) in the grounds! Pool area would be great...
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Heylittleprincess10 wrote a review Aug 2021
5 contributions11 helpful votes
The hotel, garden and pool are super nice and super clean. The breakfast is also really good. My room wasn’t so clean at first but after I told them they cleaned it again and everything was perfectly fine. The owner of the hotel is super helpful and very welcoming. You should defined stay here! Also the Location is amazing you are very close to the center and also very close to the beach but still have privacy.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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taliasol wrote a review May 2021
Tel Aviv, Israel2 contributions1 helpful vote
This hotel is pure Blessing! So much peace and harmony. The crew is incredible and very kind, the land is very very taken care of and it just feels like a total PARADISE! We Enjoyed Every part of it! Experienced it also as a business holiday, also woth a friend and also as a romantic vacation with my beloved. Highly recommended! We've been searching for a long time the perfect place around the area and didn't find something with so much Value for this price! Thank you all so much! Will be back (:
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Love2Travel wrote a review Jan 2020
10 contributions6 helpful votes
A great choice.  As others have noted you just can’t beat the location of this place..a very easy walk to town/ several restaurants but out of the center of town.  The room we had was cute, comfortable and spacious, and everything was in good working order.  Large covered porch with a hammock was great. (All units have this.)  This hotel occupies two sides of the main road in town. Units on the ocean side are more private with bigger porches...worth the extra money if you can afford it.  They really don’t have an ocean view because the jungle has been left in its natural state which we thought was great. You can hear the waves at night which is lovely. Many birds right on the property. Service was fine and they did a small load of laundry for us for $5.  The breakfast (not included) was okay but we preferred the wonderful bakery just a two minute walk up the street.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from ESCAPE C, Gerente at Hotel Escape Caribeño
Responded 29 Jan 2020
Dear Thank you very much for your expressive and kind comment. I have no more words to add because you explained everything very well. We are glad because you enjoyed your stay at our hotel and, for other visitors, we wait for you to come and enjoy our little paradise. Come back soon!!! Greetings Jessica and Enrique Managers
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Luna wrote a review Dec 2019
8 contributions7 helpful votes
We had a beautiful stay during our time here. It was so wonderful to encounter our host Ali, and we felt humbled to meet such a kind, friendly, and good person - they are rare to find. The staff always greeted my mother and I with a smile, making us feel very welcome. The tropical gardens surrounding each chalet were beautiful and we were occasionally visited by hummingbirds, and it was lovely to sit outside on the veranda morning and night. There is a pool which has clean blue waters and is nice to cool off in, and you can even catch sloths roaming around close by. The room itself was immaculate and cleaned every day, with new sheets and towels, and the daily emptying of trash. It was also nice to have the hotel’s small restaurant and bar open for a few hours throughout the day. The apartments were very safe, and after a guard checked the premised each night, the gate was securely locked. We were sad to leave this place, most of all our friend Ali, who helped to make our stay perfect in every way, even arranging our transfer to San Jose. We would recommend staying here to anyone who wants a quiet and beautiful place to relax.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from ESCAPE C, Director de Recepción at Hotel Escape Caribeño
Responded 23 Jan 2020
Dear Luna We are very glad because you enjoyed our little paradise. The hotel has a beautiful garden visited for birds, sloth, butterflies, iguanas, squirrels, toucans, etc. All our staff is very helpful and aims to provide the best service to our customers. Next month our new restaurant (close the swimming pool) will be open from 11am till 8pm We hope that you come back soon Best regardas Juan José
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Kim Kahl wrote a review Dec 2019
Nelson, New Zealand232 contributions47 helpful votes
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Gorgeous place..lovely rooms..on the small side but perfectly fitted with everything you need. Air con..safe..fridge and hot showers. The gardens are stunning and its soooo close to the town and all the beaches. We hired a 125cc Motorbike for $25 and got to see all the beaches and area in that 1 day.. you could happily do it by push bike if your fit...The area has to be one of the hippest, coolest places on earth..Real Caribbean flavour everywhere..from the gorgeous people to the beautiful wildlife and beaches.. Unbelievably exciting!
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from ESCAPE C, Director de Recepción at Hotel Escape Caribeño
Responded 07 Dec 2019
Dear Thank you very much for your amazing review Puerto Viejo is a beautiful place with incredible jungle, beaches and animals diversity. The hotel rooms are surrounded by a colorful garden where you can see many species of birds, butterflies, squirrels, raccoons and some sloths. Come back soon to enjoy the Caribbean! Best regards Juan José
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Escape Caribeño
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Nearby attractions include Veronica's Place- Home cooking (0.4 km), Salsa Brava Beach Bar (0.3 km), and Marea Santa (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Guests can enjoy breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Yes, free parking and a parking garage are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Conveniently located restaurants include Todo es Posible, De Gustibus Bakery, and Amimodo Ristorante Pizzeria.
Is Hotel Escape Caribeño located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 km away from the centre of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Escape Caribeño?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Escape Caribeño?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Is Hotel Escape Caribeño accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.