We were greeted at the train station in Cerocahui by Hugo who took us to the Pariso del Oso Lodge. On the ride from the train station we asked if there were bears ( el oso) in the area. Hugo laughed and said no. The name of the Lodge came from the rock formations looming over it. There he was... More

My husband and I recently made a Copper Canyon Trip, and just happened to luck out by staying at the Paraiso del Oso Lodge over Christmas Eve. First of all, we were met at the train station by Doug, aka Diego, who has a larger than life personality and immediately drew us in with his tall tales and down-to-earth charm.... More

Stop in this place on my drive into Urique Canyon and knew I had to come back and spend some time. Great place...Doug, his family and staff are great. Great place just to hangout and enjoy the great solitude and the amazing birding. You will love the views and their is an amazing amount of birds in the surrounding woods.

Copper Canyon's beauty is legendary, but Doug Rhodes, known as Diego by his Mexican fans, gave us an experience of a life time. Rather than be content with the splendor of the canyons, he took us inside to the real Mexican people he serves through his generous gifts of time, money, and support for the Tamahumara children. "Diego is here,... More

I arrived at Paraiso del Oso as part of a larger group participating in the 2012 Copper Canyon Ultra Marathon. Diego was extremely helpful in arranging transportation and making our pre-race stay at Paraiso del Oso a wonderful experience. The surroundings are spectacular (we climbed up to the stony "oso" on top of the cliffs and visited a nearby cave),... More

From the beginning we had hands-on service planning the trip, travel advice, and upon arrival. It is a lovely setting, not far from the rim of the Canyon. The adobe-like rooms are 'rustic comfortable' with all the amenities and heated, as needed, with easy-lite wood stoves. A large lodge with good food; we were indeed treated like family. We went... More

A beautiful hotel with lovely rooms and super-friendly staff and family. Stunning scenery all around. Good food, internet, water. Very relaxing atmosphere. Hugo was interesting and helpful and drove us back to the train station. All in all great service.

We arrived at Bahuichivo station with no particular plan, but met Diego whose offer of accommodation worked for us. We were not disappointed. The setting and the people are exactly as the website says. The hospitality was genuine, second to none. We were treated like family and friends. Meals are provided there with utmost care accommodating personal dietary needs. One... More

Picked up from the station by Hugo, the owners son. Spoke fluent English and delivered us to the hotel for lunch (large, very tasty and unexpected) and later took us on a drive to the nearest village and up to view the canyon. Village little disappointing but school closed for the summer. Long drive to top of canyon but well... More