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Kayak Lodge

3.0 star property
Waterfront lodge with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Outdoor pool, a waterfall pool
Outdoor pool, a waterfall pool
Reception
Interior entrance
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Room options

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About the area

Map
80 N.W. Calle Estero de Damas, Damas de Quepos, Aguirre, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

What's nearby

  • Marina Pez Vela - 14 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 17 min drive
  • Playa La Macha - 25 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 31 min drive
  • Biesanz Beach - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Runaway Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante L' Angolo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gelateria Amorosi - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Gran Escape - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Kayak Lodge

Lodge on the waterfront
Consider a stay at Kayak Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Enjoy on-site activities, such as fishing, boat tours and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A waterfall pool, express check-out and a reception hall
  • Tour/ticket information, a billiards/pool table and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Kayak Lodge offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other amenities include:
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving by bus should contact this property prior to arrival for check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Kayak Lodge Puntarenas
Kayak Puntarenas
Kayak Lodge Damas
Kayak Lodge
Kayak Damas
Kayak Lodge Costa Rica/Quepos
Kayak Lodge Lodge
Kayak Lodge Quepos
Kayak Lodge Lodge Quepos

Frequently asked questions

Does Kayak Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kayak Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kayak Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kayak Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kayak Lodge?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Kayak Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is within 9 miles (15 km) of Los Campesinos Reserve, Manuel Antonio National Park and Marina Pez Vela. Nahomi Park and Rancho Tipico don Juan are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Kayak Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners and family were amazing and friendly to help! Rooms average but clean. Unfortunately we were expecting a normal restaurant per the website and that is not available unless a group is pre booked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Nashat Hamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Difficult for people without car
Lovely staff and we have to ask for hot water when we need it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really helpful and provided me all I needed, eventhough it was a last minute reservation. THANKS
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Situated in a local neighbourhood off the hwy. 30 minutes to San Antonio National Park. One large and comfortable room. Air con is off when you first arrive so the room is stuffy but once the AC is running for about 30 min room is comfortable. A large, glass window and door are secure but one must close drapes for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Great little place to stay about 10 to 15 out of Quepos. Very good breakfast, the owner and staff was very nice. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hostess was lovely. As well as the Room. 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

James, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hidden gem
This place was a great choice. We had a great room, very friendly owner walked us around the whole property talking about the plants and facilities. The food was amazing as it was typical local fare. The owner even picked a ripe soursop from her onsite tree for us for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Monica, Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Great place, comfortable, clean and the staff is incredible. The owner Marlen what a women so kind and nice. We felt like at home. The manglar tour is superb a must see and live experience. Beach is not that close (not that far either) but still this place is worth the distance. We will come back we loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome location for Kayaking
Very Nice Family Run Hotel. Could not have asked for a nicer group of people running the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

sml, shelburne, vermont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome people and place, adventure abounds!
Arrived at 7:30 pm, greeted with great smiles and warm sincere staff! Very accommodating, very sweet, room clean, air conditioned, safe! Best, went out for a 8:30 pm kayak! Amazing adventure,guide was happy to stay and accommodate!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

jose , san jose, costa ricaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
“Aunt” Marlene
Kayak Lodge is a beautiful place, but what makes it truly special is the family that owns the place. They’re all warm, polite and extra nice, always willing to make sure you enjoy your stay. Marlene, the lady owner, makes the best Costa Rican breakfast and she goes the extra mile at making sure you are spoiled when serving it! You almost feel like going to visit an aunt you rarely get to see because of the distance, the kind that will have you go back home well-fed and with a wide smile across your face. Plus: you can cook your own meals at the kitchen, if you like.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kayak Lodge- Jr Suite
Stayed here with my husband and children (10 and 8). Booked because of the reviews that said there were monkeys in the area. Because we stayed during the green (rainy) season we were the only ones in the entire lodge. The suite was clean and spacious, beds were comfortable, Marlene and staff were so sweet. We woke up to monkeys right outside our bedroom every morning-- the kids loved it! The area was safe. Marlene gave us advice on where to buy groceries and places to eat. Our stay was excellent! We'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely lodge
Wonderful service, enjoyed kayah trip right from hotel

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
She goes the extra mile
A well maintained and lovingly attended to property with a genuinely happy and giving señora smiling and helping you with any questions or concerns. This hotel is a good choice if the moderate hotels at Manuel Antonio are full and you have transportation.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rough start but happy ending
The hotel was all locked up when we got there. There was personal problems happening for the owners and our reservation was overlooked. We finally got things worked out and our group stayed the night and had the whole place to ourselves. The owner came in the morning and made us an amazing breakfast and offered us a free kayak tour to make up for the trouble. They did their best to make up for the initial troubles and the owner was very nice. Based on that I wouldn't hesitate to stay again

10/10 Excellent

christina, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
my stay at kayak
Kayak lodge was amazing. I loved this place. The owner and his staff were friendly and attentive.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable hotel with kayaking
We enjoyed our stay here. The room was clean and comfortable, AC worked perfectly. There is a clean, deep pool that we found refreshing. We played fussball and generally found plenty of entertainment. The owner of the hotel was very helpful and kind. The mangrove tour was fun, informative, and we saw a mangrove eagle, tiger heron, kingfishers, and other beautiful birds. We had a couple of good dinners. I would recommend this hotel to anyone. My daughter loved it.

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Guiselle

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El precio muy elevado para lo que ofrecen
Por el monto que se pago se esperaba una habitación más grande, la piscina estaba sucia, nos quedamos sin cable y wifi por una hora aproximadamente, el trato de los que atendían no tengo queja, se escucha mucho el ruido de las habitaciones al lado
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un lugar para descansar del bullicio de la ciudad.
La atención de doña Marlen, fue muy amena, muy cordial, nos sentimos demasiado en casa. La habitación muy limpia, bonita, lq piscina muy rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mucho calor humano
Un trato familiar muy personalizado, doña Marlene, la dueña, es una persona muy amable y de una gran vocación de servicio que hace de la estadía una linda experiencia, espero volver pronto.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021