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Rancho Margot

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3km beyond El Castillo | La Fortuna de San Carlos, El Castillo, Arenal Volcano National Park 05274, Costa Rica
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4.5
336 reviews
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“self sustaining”(19 reviews)
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3km beyond El Castillo | La Fortuna de San Carlos, El Castillo, Arenal Volcano National Park 05274, Costa Rica See on map
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Reviewed 24 December 2014
Majestic Hidden Paradise

Rancho Margot was an incredible place to stay. Self-sustaining with wonderful nature all around. The staff was phenomenal. Attentive, friendly and accommodating. Each of the meals was delicious and it made it even better the food was farm-to-table. Aurelio was more than happy to give...More

Thank Alex P
Response from Travis D, Public Relations Manager at Rancho MargotResponded 2 January 2015

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It was such a pleasure to have you here with us in the rainforest and we sincerely hope to see you again in the future. Huge blessings to you and yours in the New...More

Reviewed 20 December 2014
Comfortable, Super-healthy and Friendly Get-Away

My husband and I spent a week at Rancho Margot. We were immediately impressed by the gorgeous grounds, the friendly and informative staff and the excellent food -- made on the premises from their own gardens. This was our first stay in a self-sustainable ranch...More

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Response from Travis D, Public Relations Manager at Rancho MargotResponded 22 December 2014

Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and kind feedback. It was such a pleasure to have you both here with us for such an extensive period of time (sorry about the rain!) and it means so much to read your genuinely beautiful review....More

Reviewed 17 December 2014
A hidden paradise!

We stumbled upon Rancho Margot while staying in El Castillo. The young lady at the desk was so welcoming and showed us around the restaurant/bar area and explained their philosophy of organic farming. She offered us coffee and we fell in love with the place...More

Thank mclayton49
Response from Travis D, Public Relations Manager at Rancho MargotResponded 22 December 2014

So glad to know that you enjoyed your visit to Rancho Margot and we sincerely hope that the rest of your travels were a huge delight. Best wishes for a healthy and happy holiday season. ¡PURA VIDA!

Reviewed 5 December 2014
Get Natural

Pros: the staff are sincerely and incredibly friendly (always ready to smile, call you "amigo" and offer a wave or hi-5); the ranch owner and workers have rehabilitated the land the Ranch sits on in an authentic and beautiful fashion; the meals are FRESH and...More

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Response from Travis D, Public Relations Manager at Rancho MargotResponded 9 December 2014

Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience at Rancho Margot! It was such a pleasure to have you here and we are delighted to know you made such great friendships with our staff and enjoyed the many activities that we offer....More

Reviewed 20 November 2014
A place to be your most authentic self

Hidden in the mountains beyond El Castillo, Rancho Margo offers a place to truly be and experience the beauty of costa rica. Basic but charming bungalows dot the hillside and are reached by winding jungle trails. The entire property is bio dynamic and self sufficient....More

Thank Vandygo
Response from Travis D, Public Relations Manager at Rancho MargotResponded 21 November 2014

It was such an absolute pleasure to enjoy time with you and your family here in the rainforest. We are so appreciative of your kind words and know that we'll see you again in the future. Until then, may the rest of your time in...More

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Free Internet
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Breakfast included
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US$246 - US$433 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Nicole L
6 March 2018|
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Response from Rancho M | Property representative |
Hello! As our recent guest has shared here, any form of currency will work in country and the local banks of La Fortuna (and elsewhere in country) have ATM that offer either as well. Here at the Ranch, all meals are... More
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Kristi M
11 February 2017|
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Yes. All meals included and delicious :)
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12 August 2016|
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So sorry for the delayed response here....our social media life is a bit chaotic at the moment :) Christopher and the entire team in reception would be happy to arrange private or advise on public transport options for you... More
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