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Rafiki Safari Lodge

2.5 star property
Mountain hotel in Río Nuevo with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Family Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom
Standard Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom
2 outdoor pools
Rafiki Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Río Nuevo. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free self parking
  • 2 outdoor pools
$156 nightly
The total price is $176
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom

Deluxe Tent, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Highchair
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Tent, Lake View | 1 bedroom

Superior Tent, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Highchair
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom

Family Tent, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Highchair
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Tent, Mountain View | 1 bedroom

Standard Tent, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Highchair
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Camino de Rio Savegre, Río Nuevo, San José, 60601

What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 58 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albergue Coopesilencio - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Club Finca Maritima - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante La Casona - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Tico - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪El Joron - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Rafiki Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Río Nuevo. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Shopping
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 3 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

What is there to do at Rafiki Safari Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. Rafiki Safari Lodge also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Rafiki Safari Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Rafiki Safari Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Rafiki Safari Lodge like?

Rafiki Safari Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Marina Pez Vela, which is 57 minutes away by car.

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Rafiki Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

34 external reviews