A stay at Lapa Rios is a blend of being surrounded by nature and comfortable luxury. The lodge consists of 17 open-sided, thatched-roof bungalows, scattered along a steep hillside that ends steps away from the beach close to where the waters of the Golfo Dulce meet the Pacific Ocean. Each bungalow comes with top-of-the-line furnishings, including netted beds, ceiling fans, indoor/outdoor showers, and a private deck with lounge chairs and a hammock. 

Since the room is completely open, it allows the sounds of wildlife and the ocean breeze to enter. Bungalows further down the hill are closer to the beach and ocean, while those higher up are closer to the lobby and pool area. Shuttles can take you up and down the hill if you don't feel like walking the many steps on the property.

As an eco-resort dedicated to environmental protection, Lapa Rios does not A/C in the bungalows, although the open style and fresh ocean breezes mean that it’s not necessary in any case. Equally, there are no TVs either. Internet is available through fiber-optic cable.

Due to its remote rainforest location, there are no restaurants near to Lapa Rios, meaning you'll be eating at the onsite restaurant, and three multi-course meals are included in the rates. Also included are non-alcoholic/non-mixed beverages. Menus rotate every couple of days, and offer an array of local favorites and international dishes prepared with fresh, locally sourced food. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. Try the catch-of-the-day and make sure to taste the desserts! Ask if there are any pastries or fudge brownies... they are to die for.

In case you have room for a snack (the portions are really generous!), there is banana bread and coffee for early risers, and chips and dips laid out on the main deck throughout the day. They also offer a fully-stocked bar for afternoon/evening cocktails. Food and beverage service is available by the pool as well. Also, if you want, a hot drink can be delivered (by request) to your bungalow every morning to help you welcome the new day in style.

Lapa Rios is located in the rainforest and close to the Corcovado National Park. The area teems with wildlife and biodiversity, which is why most tourists come in the first place. If you visit the Corcovado National Park, your chances of spotting animals skyrocket! Tapirs, anteaters, tropical birds of all kinds, and four species of monkeys all live in the park. With the help of a knowledgeable guide, it’s easy to hike and enjoy Costa Rica's most magical park.

Depending on the length of your stay, you can enjoy a range of different tour options at Lapa Rios and you can customize your itinerary before you arrive to fit in the activities you want to do. Options include night walking, birdwatching, hiking, a sunset tour, and a sustainability tour. The property also has miles of private trails in the rainforest to explore, full of rivers, waterfalls, natural pools, and wildlife. The lodge provides boots, walking sticks, and socks for comfortable rainforest hiking.