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Caribbean Experience

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A wooden exterior wall with a metal railing and a door leading to a covered outdoor area.
A beach with a palm tree, a wooden signpost, and a few boats.
A two-story wooden house with a balcony, a door, and a window.
A wooden kitchen with a sink, a knife block, and a stove.
A wooden porch with a Christmas tree, a hanging lantern, and a sun decoration.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5861 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cahuita, Limón
  • Place, Cahuita National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Puerto Vargas Station
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Cahuita
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cahuita

Located within a mile (2 km) of Cahuita National Park, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Puerto Vargas Station. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Cahuita National Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Puerto Vargas Station - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Playa Cahuita - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Blanca Beach - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Negra Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante De Cuca
  • ‪Restaurante Italiano Cahuita - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Reggae Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Azul Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante de Atlantida Lodge - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Caribbean Experience

Papaya Wildlife Lodge is a private home offering personalized service, where world-class natural attractions meet the vastness of the ocean.<br><br>The lodge is located in the idyllic town of Cahuita in the province of Limón, next to Cahuita National Park—known as one of Costa Rica’s most biologically diverse areas.<br><br>The location of the house is ideal for combining adventure with relaxation, as it is situated near the ocean and immersed in the surrounding nature, where birds and wildlife come together to make your stay unforgettable.<br><br>Our primary goal is to make you feel like part of the family so you can enjoy the wonders of nature in our company and to offer you a safe place close to the amenities of a small coastal town, ensuring that your stay is filled with fun in a setting surrounded by nature.<br><br>We offer a wide variety of activities outside the lodge, such as: scuba diving, snorkeling, horseback riding, paddling, hiking, jungle trails, bird watching, fishing, and sailing, among others.<br><br>Come visit us and make Papaya Wildlife Lodge your home.
The vacation home features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Caribbean Experience Cahuita
Caribbean Experience Private vacation home
Papaya Wildlife Lodge Caribbean Experience
Caribbean Experience Private vacation home Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cahuita, close to Black Beach, Playa Cahuita, and Blanca Beach. You'll also find Cahuita National Park and Negra Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Caribbean Experience?

As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caribbean Experience on Nov 5, 2026 start from $102, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Caribbean Experience?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Caribbean Experience?

At this riverfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchenette, a kitchenette in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Caribbean Experience have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Caribbean Experience have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Limón Intl. Airport (LIO), which is 26.7 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.), which is around 27.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Caribbean Experience?

Yes, every house at Caribbean Experience comes with a balcony.

Caribbean Experience Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet place

Ev thing was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem in the jungle

This lodge was the perfect setup for our family of 4 visiting the Cahuita area for a couple days. Immersed in nature and 5 minutes drive from the village, ideal for those looking for peace and quiet (except for the howler monkeys calls!) as long as you have a rental car. We were welcomed by the very friendly owners who provided a delicious breakfast on demand (great deal given quantity and quality). My favorite part of the house was the bathroom/shower, which has its own inside garden! There is a small kitchen with cooking utensils, and a living room with a sofa, TV, a few board games, and a large dining table. All beds are upstairs in the loft, 2 bunk beds 1 double bed, more comfortable than the ones we've had in other lodges. The lodge is about 1 km from the main road, and is accessed via a gravel road that didn't get muddy despite intense rain, no need for 4x4. It looks like the property has 2 houses for rental, we got the one on the right. The other one looked just as nice from the outside. We were able to park our car behind the gates and felt very safe. There is a separate area for breakfast outside, and the owners have their house on the side. The property has lush vegetation and gorgeous flowers. The owners are very sweet, easy to reach when needed, and respectful of their guests privacy. Wifi worked well. No AC but one fan on each level. Highly recommended, excellent value in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024