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About this property
Located between the Caribbean Sea and the canals of Tortuguero National Park, Mawamba Lodge is accessible by boat or plane only. It offers spacious rooms and features an outdoor pool and an on-site restaurant featuring local and international a la carte menu. Breakfast is included in rate and is also served a la carte. The front desk can assist in reservations for boat tours, kayaking, and canoe trips. Walking tours are available to Cerro Tortuguero and night walks. During turtle nesting season (July to October) night tours are arranged. Each rustic room here features wooden décor and comes equipped with a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. They also include a private balcony with a hammock and rocking chairs. At Mawamba Lodge you will find an outdoor swimming pool. Lush tropical gardens and direct beach access for leisurely walks.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Stuart
United Kingdom
“It’s very peaceful and the pool, bar and restaurant area is lovely. The staff were great and we really enjoyed our time there. The tours were great, especially the turtle tour.” - Suzie
United Kingdom
“Very clean. Location amazing. Communication before hand the best.” - Robert
United Kingdom
“Well maintained gardens, confortable room; nice details, for example the 'ranario' in a corner of the garden, where you can spot red-eyed tree frogs. The trail from the hotel to the village is excellent for spotting wildlife (morpho buterflies,...” - Miranda
United Kingdom
“Tortuguero is the most amazing place, being just out of town but 10min walk in seeing all the flora and fauna in abundance was such a great experience. Also sitting in the rocking chairs on the deck, watching river life was so idyllic The...” - Holly
United Kingdom
“lovely staff, everything arranged easily with their help. Alberto & Brian gave amazing tours, really lovely guys with great knowledge. Good breakfast & lunch” - Daisy
United Kingdom
“Excellent stay. Nicely decorated, clean rooms, friendly staff, good location and good/well priced tours” - Kira
Netherlands
“Location is exceptionally beautiful . The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is fantastic . We want to go back !” - Mike
United Kingdom
“Amazing location with a garden teeming with wildlife. Friendly, helpful staff who looked after us really well and the tour guides were knowledgeable and full of character. Room was super comfortable although it was a bit dark during overcast...” - Clark
United Kingdom
“Fantastic location, lovely pool and comfortable rooms” - Carina
United Kingdom
“Comfortable accommodation, great grounds and located walking distance from Tortuguero town. Food was very good and waiting on staff exceptional. Yours organised by the hotel were fantastic and great value for money.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Main Restaurant
- CuisineLatin American
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Katonga Floating Restaurant
- CuisineLatin American
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Access is only by boat or by plane. Due to this location, a combination of land transportation and boat ride is required to get to Mawamba Lodge,
The Lodge offers daily boat transfers from the dock in Guapiles at an additional cost. Otherwise guests may arrange their own boat transportation but should let Mawamba Lodge their expected arrival time at least 3 days before arrival. Please contact the property to confirm your transportation method and inquire about any additional information.
Please note that the reception is closed from 20:00 until 05:30. It is not possible to check in outside the normal reception opening times
KEEP IN MIND THAT AFTER 4PM THERE ARE NO PUBLIC NOR PRIVATE BOATS AT LA PAVONA DOCK TOWARDS TORTUGUERO, PLEASE CALL US BEFORE YOU BEGIN TRANSIT TOWARDS TORTUGUERO.
Please inform Mawamba Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.