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Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star La Virgen B&B

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View, Tower
Basic Room, Ensuite
Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#1) | Terrace/patio
Hiking
Family Suite | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Chilamate, La Virgen, Heredia, 41001
  • Place, Costa Rica Best Chocolate
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Costa Rica Nature Pavilion
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Braulio Carrillo National Park
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#1)

Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#2)

Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#2)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#3)

Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#3)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#4)

Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#5)

Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#5)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#6)

Standard Room, Patio, Garden View (#6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Kitchen, Garden View

Family Room, Kitchen, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View, Tower

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View, Tower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Basic Room, Ensuite

Basic Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, Ensuite

Basic Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, Ensuite

Basic Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room, Ensuite

Basic Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite

Basic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite | Living area

Family Suite

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Comfort Double Room, River View

Comfort Double Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Comfort Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

About the area

La Virgen

In suburbs.A stay at this B&B places you within half a mile (1 km) of Costa Rica Best Chocolate and 6 miles (10 km) of Tirimbina Rainforest Center. Sarapiquís Gardens and San Agustin Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Best Chocolate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Selva Biological Station - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Tirimbina Rainforest Center - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Braulio Carrillo National Park - 45 min drive - 53.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusti Ticos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marielos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yacare Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pizzeria La Terrazza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star La Virgen B&B
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star La Virgen bed & breakfast.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat offers 17 accommodations with fans. Rooms open to furnished patios. This La Virgen bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 20; reservation required

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Hosted evening meal: USD 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3102299748

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chilamate Rainforest Eco retreat
Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat La Virgen
Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat Bed & breakfast
Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat Bed & breakfast La Virgen

Frequently asked questions

Does Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat.

Does Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat offer free breakfast?

Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat have a pool?

Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat does not have a pool.

Does Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat have a spa?

This bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa, but it does offer sports massages.

How close is Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat to downtown La Virgen?

Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat is 6.2 mi away from La Virgen.

Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a warm welcome from the moment we arrived , with clear instructions prior to arrival as well. The breakfast as mentioned in previous reviews was the best that we have had in Costa Rica and likewise we were treated to a wonderful home cooked three course meal at a very reasonable price. We loved the peaceful surroundings with nature on the doorstep including trails into the forest. We loved our stay and just wish we had planned to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderfull. Lots of wildlife all around the grounds
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is very good value accommodation in a beautiful setting. Our room was simple but very clean. The staff were friendly and the home cooked diner and breakfast were good. The owners work closely to support the local community and so it feels really nice to stay here and support their great work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an inexpensive option for our family to stay in Sarapiqui. The property is interesting because of the covered pathways and proximity to two miles of rainforest trails, and we spied frogs, howler monkeys, iguana, caterpillars, etc. Breakfast was wonderful. There is no air conditioning or hot water, which was fine for us. Wet clothes will take a looooong time to hang dry. We are a family of 6, and I thought from photos that we would likely have a room with bunk beds. Instead we were given two rooms, and that worked for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful setting with great food and staff

The setting is lovely with beautiful trails and riverside-views. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, setting up tours and answering questions. The food was top notch with great plant-forward options. The riverside room had AC which was an added perk. Although the room itself was fairly basic, it was very clean and met our needs to be able to enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Chilamate was cheaper than some of the other places we stayed and we loved the location in the rainforest. Plus the night walk we did was exceptional and the rafting guide they recommended was really good. The lodge we felt was a bit run down and our room not that welcoming (stained sheets, very dark) although maybe ok for the cost. The evening meal was also expensive vs local restaurants. In short, amazing location but don’t expect luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great olace to enjoy nature. The property is surrounded by forest and animals
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne, Salt Lake City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location in jungle grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Abin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice large property, the rooms are little old. Rooms are 2 star
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful introduction to Costa Rica.

This place is great. Worth the trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Thor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Birdwatching Rainforest
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark, Mendon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place but no a/c and it gets hot. No screens so we did get mosquitoes and gnats in the room because we had to keep the windows open. The staff and the food were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Represents Costa Rica Rain Forest Ecology, friendliness of the Costa Rican people, the Ticans and its tasty, healthy food menu!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

True eco resort with the best staff

Lovey eco lodge really working with the environment. Fabulous staff, couldn’t do enough for you. Lovely breakfasts, healthy locally sourced dinner buffet and tea and coffee all day long. Tours on offer were great too- we did the bird walk and saw so much that we would have missed! Rafting with Rios fabulous. Yes the rooms are a little basic but all in keeping with the ethos of the place. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish we booked a whole week here room was amazing. Right in middle of forest.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil, Westminster

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

wolfgang

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is fabulous, super friendly and helpful. Liked the breakfast and home cooked dinner. The covered walk ways and ubiquity if provided umbrellas are great when it's pouring buckets. Nice touch to provide rubber boots for forest walking. The walls between some rooms are super thin which can be annoying with noisy neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and facility is just fantastic. I will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John, Santa Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place, despite the rain, and the fact that it had no air conditioning. It would have been nice, but there was a ceiling fan, and an oscillating stand up fan. The only downside, was the parking was about a 8 minute walk, out of the room down a path, across a bridge and up a small hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Serene place

It was amazing. It was serene. Really a place to be still and quiet as there’s no tv. A place to talk and relax more. The receptionist and everyone you came across was very nice. Offered recommendation for eateries. highly recommend if you’re looking to unwind and connect with nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irén

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great unique location. Wide range of local activities and places to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Jose

Disliked: Amenities
No AC in this property and it gets hot in Costa Rica. I had to leave because of their limited accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023