Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca
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Popular amenities
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Laundry
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Gandoca, Limon
- Playa GandocaPlace, Playa Gandoca11 min drive
- Sixaola BridgePlace, Sixaola Bridge22 min drive
- Punta Uva BeachPlace, Punta Uva Beach56 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Sixaola
This lodge places you 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Playa Gandoca. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Playa Gandoca - 11 min drive - 2.5 miles
- Sixaola Bridge - 22 min drive - 7.1 miles
- Playa Cocles - 51 min drive - 24.3 miles
- Cahuita National Park - 52 min drive - 34.3 miles
- Punta Uva Beach - 56 min drive - 26.9 miles
Getting around
- Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
- 4Th Generation - 51 min drive
- Soda Wuacho - 51 min drive
- Coccoloba - 51 min drive
- Soda Maxi - 51 min drive
- Moca Beach - 48 min drive
About this property
Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca
Posada Casa Tucán Tranquilo is a family-run rural guesthouse operated by a local Afro-Indigenous family in the community of Gandoca, located next to the Gandoca–Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge on Costa Rica’s Southern Caribbean coast. Posada Casa Tucán Tranquilo is the only rural guesthouse in Gandoca officially certified by the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) under the Rural Tourism category, meeting international-quality standards while preserving Afro-Indigenous culture and community life.
Our rooms and family casitas are set within tropical gardens where monkeys, toucans, and tropical birds are part of daily life. Guests enjoy peaceful nights, fresh air, and easy access to one of the most biologically rich regions in Costa Rica.
We follow a regenerative tourism approach, meaning every stay actively supports the land and the people who care for it. Your visit contributes to wildlife conservation, cultural traditions, and environmental education in the Gandoca area.
Gandoca is home to a vibrant Afro-Indigenous culture, rooted in fishing, cacao farming, forest stewardship, and Caribbean heritage. Guests can join community-based experiences such as turtle conservation, traditional Caribbean cooking, cacao harvesting, and guided nature walks led by local residents.
Because there are no restaurants in the community, we offer home-style Caribbean meals prepared by local families using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the rhythm of rural Caribbean life.
Posada Casa Tucán Tranquilo is ideal for travelers seeking nature, cultural connection, and meaningful experiences beyond mass tourism.
Our rooms and family casitas are set within tropical gardens where monkeys, toucans, and tropical birds are part of daily life. Guests enjoy peaceful nights, fresh air, and easy access to one of the most biologically rich regions in Costa Rica.
We follow a regenerative tourism approach, meaning every stay actively supports the land and the people who care for it. Your visit contributes to wildlife conservation, cultural traditions, and environmental education in the Gandoca area.
Gandoca is home to a vibrant Afro-Indigenous culture, rooted in fishing, cacao farming, forest stewardship, and Caribbean heritage. Guests can join community-based experiences such as turtle conservation, traditional Caribbean cooking, cacao harvesting, and guided nature walks led by local residents.
Because there are no restaurants in the community, we offer home-style Caribbean meals prepared by local families using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available, allowing guests to relax and enjoy the rhythm of rural Caribbean life.
Posada Casa Tucán Tranquilo is ideal for travelers seeking nature, cultural connection, and meaningful experiences beyond mass tourism.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
- Kayak
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
Outdoors
- Beach towels
- Garden
- In the mountains
- Outdoor furniture
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
- 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.
- Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this lodge?
This lodge is located in Sixaola, close to Sixaola Bridge, Grand Beach, and Playa Gandoca. You'll also find Playa Ned Creek and Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge nearby.
Is parking available on site at Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca?
No, this lodge doesn't offer parking.
Is this lodge adjacent to a casino?
No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this lodge?
No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca?
Couples staying at this lodge will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.
Does Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca have a hot tub?
No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this lodge include breakfast service?
No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this lodge.
Does Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca have connecting rooms available?
No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from this lodge?
The closest major airport to this lodge is Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.), which is 15.5 mi away (54 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bocas del Toro (BOC-Bocas del Toro Intl.), which is around 29.9 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca?
Yes, every guestroom at Independent Cabin for 4 Guests – Casa Tucán Tranquilo, Gandoca comes with a balcony.