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Hotel El Bambú

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, near La Selva Biological Station

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Superior Double Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Superior Double Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Superior Double Room, Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Jan 9 - Jan 10

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Standard Double Room, Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Frente de la Plaza Deportes, Puerto Viejo, Heredia, 41001

What's nearby

  • San Agustin Church - 2 min walk
  • La Selva Biological Station - 6 min drive
  • Costa Rican Bird Route - 7 min drive
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque - 7 min drive
  • San Juan–La Selva Biological Corridor - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 130 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusti Ticos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda Lucrecia - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria La Terraza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Casita Típica - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Bambú

When visiting Puerto Viejo, Hotel El Bambú is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy international cuisine at Restaurante El Bambu, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a children's pool are other features.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 40 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding, but may not be eligible for free breakfast
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Restaurante El Bambu - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Bambu Hotel
El Bambu
El Bambu Sarapiqui
Hotel Bambu
Hotel El Bambu
Hotel El Bambu Sarapiqui
Sarapiqui Hotel
Hotel El Bambu Costa Rica/Sarapiqui
Hotel El Bambú Sarapiqui
Hotel El Bambú
El Bambú Sarapiqui
Hotel El Bambú Hotel
Hotel El Bambú Puerto Viejo
Hotel El Bambú Hotel Puerto Viejo

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Bambú offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel El Bambú does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel El Bambú?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Bambú?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Bambú?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel El Bambú?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Bambú?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel El Bambú and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel El Bambú?
Yes, Restaurante El Bambu offers international cuisine.
Does Hotel El Bambú have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Hotel El Bambú have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel El Bambú like?
Hotel El Bambú is located a short 2-minute walk from San Agustin Church.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip to the Sarapique area
It's a basic but nice hotel. We stayed for 3 nights to explore the area. The rooms in the back are right in the forest. There is not much in the room. A chair and a shelf in the bathroom would have been nice. We visited the Braulio Carrillo National Park, a 40-minute drive from the hotel. It was very quiet (Dec. 27th). It is a great park with an aerial tram and two short walks. We saw a lot of animals. The hotel booked a private boat tour for us (six adults) for around $100. The dock is a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and again, it was very quiet. We saw many monkeys, alligators, and other animals. The pool was under renovation, so that was a disappointment. The staff was friendly, the breakfast was a buffet, and we had enough choices. If you want to explore a beautiful area in Costa Rica that is quieter than some other parts of the country, I recommend staying a few nights at Hotel El Bambu.
Annelies, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Initially this hotel seems placed on the noisy main road with the dining room open to it. But the rooms are at a distance in the forest. Thus complete silence. The pool was very good and the food excellent. My room had a shower that worked but needed some attention to the head. Having put an expresso machine in the bedroom it seemed odd to only get one capsule when was staying three nights. Staff so helpful. Sarapiqui is an ordinary Costa Rican town away from the main tourist route and thus an experience in itself. White water rafting excellent.
ann, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Front desk and bar Restaurant service was great. the housekeeping not so good. Never the right towels or other supplies. No hot watert most of the time. Restaurant was excellent. Pleasant setting for rooms away from the street. Saw plenty of birds from my deck. This place is long in the tooth.
fred, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is rustic really but very quiet and serves the purpose. The restaurant has good food and friendly staff !! Reception was also friendly. !
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bradley, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Rui, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pleasantly surprised
Just passing through on our way to southeast pleasantly surprised jungle surroundings right in town.
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for all, we really enjoy the stay! ;-)
Very nice place, happy staff, unique, we loved the rooms, for my point of view is one of the must beautiful places in Costa Rica.
Walter, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean air conditioned with restaurant on site. Rooms are on a beautiful walkway above the ground. Enjoyed a night walk with Angel observing local flora, fauna. He was very informative and helpful.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The town is very basic with little for the traveler. Hotel was expensive for the level of finish / area, but the staff were very nice.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very helpful in organizing excurions and activities in the area. Rooms located in the forested area are very quiet.
PK, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

The hotel is nicely situated in the forest. Friendly staff and good restaurant. We stayed in the more upscale part of the hotel in the back and the rooms were dirty. Doors were black with fingerprints, mold in the bathroom and garbage from other guests still under our beds. The bed was not very comfortable.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great vacation in Acosta Rica
We stayed at El Bambu hotel. Loved the long verandas and outdoor jungle feeling!😊
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved sitting on our very private balcony watching the birds in the forest. We also enjoyed the large swimming pool and the fact that the hotel was central for rafting on the Sarapiqui river as well as walking through the rain forests.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not impressed
Rooms smelled a bit moldy. Mattresses were very uncomfortable. Lots of street noise with blaring music at night. Hotel staff, including front desk and restaurant were very friendly and helpful. Also, there were howler monkeys in the trees right outside, which was awesome. But the condition of the rooms and the noise makes it a place we wouldn't return to.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fun spot...
Great food & wonderful pool. Room was unique & clean.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hôtel agréable
A part la salle de restaurant qui donne sur la rue et le nombre de cars sur le parking qui font craindre un hôtel à touristes, les chambres dans la nature qu’on atteint via des passerelles sont très belles et confortables. Dommage que l’insonorisation soit inexistante on entend tout des chambres contiguës et des clients qui passent devant la chambre. Prévoir des boules Quies
françoise, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hôtel très bien situé on est dans la ville mais les chambres sont dans "la keugle* cocktail d accueil, petit dej très bien et en prime les aras s invitent au petit déjeuner dans l arbre d en face.
sophie, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Grettel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Alessia, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Prima hotel met krakende bedden.
Zeer mooi hotel, hoewel je vanaf de straat een andere indruk krijgt. Het hotelgedeelte ligt in een tropische tuin achterin. Mooi zwembad en veel beesten te zien vlakbij. Wel krakende bedden.
Marc, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Attention à la deception sur place
Hôtel vétuste et en décrépitude, nous avons réservé une chambre supérieure et avons appris sur place qu'elles n'existaient plus. Eau froide et douche à très faible débit. La piscine est délabrée et n'est plus en fonction. Il ne s'agit pas d'un 3 étoiles mais d'un deux étoiles. Sur place, on nous a informé que c'était hôtel.com qui n'avait pas mis ses informations à jour. Cependant, le cadre est charmant, on se laisse réveiller par les bruits de la jungle et la balade nocturne est sympathique, le guide est super.
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Superbe hôtel
Superbe hôtel en plein centre ville et toujours au milieu de la forêt. Superbe vue au réveil et le petit-déjeuner a être rassasié pour la journée !! Un guide très sympa qui même en jour de repos se déplace pour une petite sortie nocturne. On vous le conseille.
louis-philipp, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review