Hotel El Icaco Tortuguero

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Set on the beach in Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park, El Icaco Tortuguero offer Caribbean Sea views from the common areas. You can observe the protected Green Turtle laying its eggs nearby. All rooms come with a fan and a terrace. There is a night stand and the private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries. Hot water is provided 24 hours a day. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and in some rooms. Hotel El Icaco Tortuguero features an outdoor pool located 656 feet from the property. Luggage storage and a laundry service are offered. The tour desk can organize various guided excursions, such as hiking or canal trips to see monkeys, caimans, sloths and other local fauna. The shuttle service from San José to Tortuguero, and from Tortuguero to San José has an extra cost. All rooms have A/C. The swimming pool is located on-site/in the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Michelle
United States United States
“The room was great for Tortuguero and the location was excellent. The air conditioning worked great and we actually had to turn up the temperatura at night because it cooled so well. We walked out of the hotel entrance on to the beach for morning...”
Ralf
Spain Spain
“the hotel was right on the beach, and a 5 minute walk from the town center. friendly staff and a quite surroundings. very good breakfast (included).”
Bridget
United States United States
“It was clean and right next to the ocean. The staff was very friendly and helpful.”
Philip
Switzerland Switzerland
“The staff is really friendly and the hotel is nice over all. The beach is very close, although it isn't recommended to swim there but we enjoyed walks along the beach. The location is good. Restaurants and activities are a few steps away but not...”
Carla
Germany Germany
“Amazing location right in front of the beach, really kind staff, good breakfast, AC”
Christi
United States United States
“A lovely gem of a hotel in the town of Tortuguero, right next to the beach, we fell asleep to the sound of the waves crashing at night! The hotel staff were very welcoming and helpful. The town action was close by but we didn’t hear the sounds of...”
Andy
Belgium Belgium
“Nice decor, helpful staff, small pool, by the ocean.”
Maria
United States United States
“Great location by the beach and the staff super nice! The breakfast also really good!”
Beatrice
United States United States
“Great location, breakfast ok (Costa Rica specialty or pancakes). Easy to book with the hotel tours ahead of time or on the spot. Great guides very knowledgeable (thanks Ricardo!) AC in the room. Swan bath towels on the bed :)”
Urban
United States United States
“We loved our stay at Hotel El Icaco! The direct access to the beach, hearing the sounds of the waves, and every single staff person was wonderful, friendly, and very thoughtful. We liked how quite and peaceful it was.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Latin American

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Access is by boat from Moín, near Puerto Limon, or by small plane. Access by car is via La Pavona.