Staying here for over a week was a wonderful experience. The people made the place come alive, the weather and the beautiful landscape made it a relaxing and enjoyable time here. Touring the grounds brought a wonderful feeling of being at one with the place. Taking a hike up the mountain introduced us to beautiful butterflies and even better scenery.... More

We took our honeymoon trip to Costa Rica (we're from New York), and stayed for 3 days at your wonderful lodge! We had a wonderful time, with very comfortable accommodations and great home-cooked food, but more than that, we really appreciated the warmth and kindness that you showed us! It was wonderful hearing about the history of your lodge, and... More

Although we only visited for a day. Our group toured the coffee farms and had a snack of fresh made tortillas and coffee with a local family, and a traditional meal in a "cocina tipica." We learned a lot about the local culture and about the Costa Rican tradition of coffee. Yum! This opportunity was truly one of a lifetime.... More

wow this place is amazing! Let me just start out that the place is very very clean and has beautiful landscaping. The rooms are amazing and each room has its own personality and you cant go wrong with any of the rooms there. Then you have the food, and if I wasnt so full from the first round I could... More

Nacientes Palmichal is a community endeavour, part of the non-profit ACTUAR group of lodgings and day tours launched to promote tourism among villagers needing income etc. It is about 90 minutes from San Jose airport, but get a 4x4 and rent a GPS with your car and it will get you there. It is in the hills south of San... More