Hotel El Bambú

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

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Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Surrounded by the lush beauty of Costa Rica, Hotel El Bambú offers a tranquil retreat. Treat yourself to a massage at the spa, indulge in international cuisine at Restaurante El Bambu, or simply lounge by the outdoor pool and children's pool. With free continental breakfast and in-room WiFi, guests can unwind after exploring Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque.

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
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Front desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is RM417
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • San Agustin Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Selva Biological Station - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Costa Rican Bird Route - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • San Juan–La Selva Biological Corridor - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 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

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

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

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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
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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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for 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 reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • No lift (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 bath
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

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

Special features

Dining

Restaurante El Bambu – This restaurant specialises 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 lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hotel El Bambú Sarapiqui
Hotel El Bambú
El Bambú Sarapiqui
Hotel El Bambu Costa Rica/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 that you 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 an 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 hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

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.

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Hotel El Bambú Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Interesting place, when we pulled up in front on a busy street we thought we had the wrong place but after parking around the back it had extensive raised covered walkways going into the forest with many units farther back. The greeted us with a complimentary crushed ice drink that was excellent on a hot afternoon. Nice pool and staff and a good restaurant too.
Tor, 1-night trip

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 trip

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. !

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

The property is located in a busy area of town, which makes it convenient to explore and has many local dining options. It also adjoins unspoiled land where we were able to see and hear many wild animals from our room. The hotel is a bit dated but very clean and comfortable. Our bathroom door would drag on the floor and get stuck. And we noticed a few outside doors of other rooms with large gaps in the framing, which let bugs and heat in the room. The ac gets wonderfully cold, and the balcony is spacious with chairs and a table. All of the staff is accomdating and friendly. They were even willing to help us place a food order for delivery to the hotel despite having their own restaurant. Breakfast is included and gives 6 options to choose from, which is nice since it is green season and not busy enough to offer the buffet. The only things I did not care for about the accommodation is the noisy creaking wood flooring in the room which makes it impossible to not disturb your companion, no mini fridge to keep cold water or beverages, and despite having a coffee maker in the room, they only provide 2 pods for your entire stay (there were 2 of us staying 3 nights) so you had to go to the restaurant for your morning coffee. When we asked about additional pods, we were told we would have to pay extra, and housekeeping doesn't replenish them when servicing your room. Overall, a nice and comfortable property for a short stay.
helena, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Gunilla, 1-night trip

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

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

8/10 Very good

Bradley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Grettel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rui, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Alessia, 1-night trip

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

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 trip

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 trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

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 trip

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 trip

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 trip

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 trip

8/10 Very good

6/10 Good

8/10 Very good

Grande chambre avec balcon donnant sur la forêt.A1
Jean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

tout ok bel hotel piscine sympa---tour de nuit offer : tres interressant
raymond, 1-night trip