Honeymooners and nature photographers alike flock to Hotel Lookout at Playa Tortuga. Book a deluxe room, birders' room or junior suite at this hotel for a unique vacation where you'll be surrounded by Costa Rica's gorgeous wildlife and birds.
Located near the village of Ojochal, Hotel Lookout at Playa Tortuga is a gem hidden among mangroves, tropical rainforests and beautiful, secluded beaches. The small hotel is known for its birding, so much in fact that it provides rooms specifically for birders and nature photographers. The hotel is on a hilltop amid 15 acres of vegetation created by a strategic planting program it used to increase bird life and wildlife in the area. The early morning hours are perfect for seeing green parrots and scarlet macaws, and toucans and aracaris are common at any time of the day. Other common species near the hotel include laughing falcons, yellow-headed cara caras and other birds of prey. Nature photographers will also enjoy glimpsing howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys and a range of other wildlife.
Because it is such a secluded and gorgeous property, Hotel Lookout at Playa Tortuga is also a popular destination for honeymooners or couples who want a romantic getaway. The hotel offers a "Bring on the Romance" package that provides a four-night stay in a deluxe room. The package also includes daily hot breakfast, daily dinner with wine, a bottle of welcome wine in the room, massages and a Costa Rican adventure tour. Choose from surfing, ziplining, kayaking or horseback riding.
Lookout Bistro is the hotel's on-site restaurant and serves a complimentary breakfast each morning. Choose from huevos rancheros, banana pancakes, an American breakfast or a traditional Costa Rican breakfast. No matter which entree you sink your teeth into, it includes a fresh fruit plate with yogurt, fruit juice and Costa Rican coffee or tea. Smoothies are available for a small fee. Throughout the afternoon and evening, Lookout Bistro serves bocas such as chips and guacamole and hummus. A full bar is available as well.
Other amenities at Hotel Lookout at Playa Tortuga include a gorgeous outdoor pool with poolside bar, fitness center, spa services and a terrace that is perfect for mingling with other guests and sharing stories. The 24-hour front desk has a multilingual staff who can assist with luggage storage, laundry services and concierge services. Free wireless internet is available throughout the hotel.
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Junior suite at Hotel Lookout at Playa Tortuga
Hotel Lookout at Playa Tortuga provides 12 smoke-free guestrooms for people traveling to or through Ojochal, Costa Rica.
Deluxe Rooms - At 215 square feet, deluxe rooms are spacious, brightly lit and offer breathtaking views of the ocean. Outside, you'll find a small outdoor seating area where you can read a book or simply sit and enjoy the beautiful nature of Costa Rica. Inside, air conditioning and a ceiling fan ensure your comfort, and a flatscreen TV includes cable channels so that you can relax after a long day of adventures. The traditional wood ceiling and tile floors add to the room's Costa Rican-style ambiance. Deluxe rooms are perfect for two or three people. They include one queen and one twin bed. The bathroom features a large walk-in shower, a separate vanity, complimentary toiletries and plenty of closet space.
Deluxe Birders' Room - Also spanning 215 square feet, the deluxe birders' rooms are specifically designed for guests who come to Costa Rica for the birding and photographic opportunities. These rooms include private, jungle-facing patios with unobstructed views of the butterflies, monkeys and, of course, birds that call the area home. Each of these patios provides a table, chairs and a bird blind. Deluxe birders' rooms offer a king bed, a work desk and shelves that can hold your work equipment. A tripod is provided for your convenience. Like the other deluxe rooms, the birders' room provides an ensuite bathroom with all toiletries included.
Junior Suite - Those who prefer more space to spread out will enjoy the hotel's junior suites, which span 323 square feet and includes one king and one queen bed. Junior suites are modestly and neutrally decorated and provide private entrances with a gorgeous outdoor patio and seating area. Like the other rooms, traditional wood ceilings and ceiling tiles complete the decor inside, and an air conditioner, ceiling fan and cable television are provided. All bathroom amenities mimic those in the other rooms.
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