Kinkara Luxury Retreat

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Property grounds
Signature Lotus Belle Tent Two Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Exterior detail
Point of interest
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Santa Elena, El General, San Jose
  • Uvita Beach
  • Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls
    ‪57 min drive‬

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Room options

Signature Lotus Belle Tent Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Signature Lotus Belle Tent Two Twin Beds

  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Lotus Belle Tent

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

El General

Kinkara Luxury Retreat places you 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary. This 3-star hotel has 25 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Samaritan Chocolate - 34 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • The Secret Gardens - 36 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Quebradas Biological Center - 41 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 57 min drive - 22.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Viejo - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Pizza Sabores - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Vella Casa - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cafetería Aromas y Café - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Churrasqueria El Burrito - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Kinkara Luxury Retreat

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and spa services
Guests of Kinkara Luxury Retreat enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 225 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer free toiletries and bathrobes, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Casa Bulú

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 225 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

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

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kinkara El General
Kinkara Hotel El General
Kinkara Hotel
Kinkara Luxury Retreat Hotel
Kinkara Luxury Retreat El General
Kinkara Luxury Retreat Hotel El General

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Kinkara Luxury Retreat provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

This hotel is located in El General, close to Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary and Miravalles Cross.

Is parking available on site at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and couples treatments.

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat include a casino on the premises?

No, Kinkara Luxury Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a garden-view restaurant, private picnics, and a restaurant bar.

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kinkara Luxury Retreat serves free breakfast (local cuisine) at Casa Bulú each morning.

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kinkara Luxury Retreat.

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

No, at Kinkara Luxury Retreat, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Kinkara Luxury Retreat if that's in your vacation plans.

Kinkara Luxury Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Magaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Increíble
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful peaceful retreat. The staff was excellent and very professional to all our needs . The place had amazing views and great energy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nazgul

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

yuko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, enjoy nature, exceptional cuisine, peaceful and serene stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lleni, Miami

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and very clean. The best part is the friendly and helpful staff. The two concierge and the kitchen staff was so friendly, they made us feel like family. We had car trouble and they all jumped in to help. Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services give a 10 to Melanie pm shift for such a great customer services Chef excellent food Thanks for everything great experience mew and innovation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

AT, New York, NY

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was here for a short break to decompress and no place could be better for that. It’s so relaxing. The food was amazing as were the incredible showers. Most of what’s prepared comes from the farm you walk through all throughout the property. I loved hanging around in the hammocks reading, working out in the Big central pavilion with views of the countryside in the distance, walking along the river and going under the small waterfalls. I’m not a camping guy at all and I was thrilled here - this was truly one of the best hotels I’ve ever been to. They make a mad coffee too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place for a recovery and relaxation! Great, natural food, great chef, great staff! Just pitty and expected that they offer some yoga classes, but the haden't..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos Ramírez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ambiente y servicio !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lugar grandioso, con una experiencia gastronómica maravillosa
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019