Casa Corcovado

The journey is part of arriving

Casa Corcovado begins with a different kind of arrival. A boat journey follows the river and Pacific coast from Sierpe, taking about 90 minutes, or you can plan a domestic flight to Drake Bay. At the edge of Corcovado National Park, the lodge occupies a 170-acre private reserve high above the ocean, surrounded by gardens and rainforest. Getting here sets the tone for a stay centered on the Osa Peninsula’s natural world.

A forest pool, a beach and time to stay put

Two pools give time at the lodge its own pleasures, including a secluded forest pool where the surrounding greenery becomes part of the pause. Head down to the nearby beach for part of a day and enjoy its waterfall shower before returning to the gardens above the coast. A massage retreat offers another quieter option, while the meeting and lounge area, bar and gift shop provide places to gather or browse.

Artisan bungalows and space for your party

Honeymoon Bungalows bring privacy and artisan details into the landscape: Costa Rican craftspeople have made the wood-beam ceilings and stained-glass doors. A queen bed, ceiling fan, sitting area and large bathroom give you space to settle in, with a safe, large closets, hot water and 24-hour electricity taking care of the essentials.

Deluxe Bungalows are larger and stand within their own gardens, with a queen bed and two or three additional beds for families or small groups. Their large bathrooms face the gardens, adding another quiet connection to the setting. The Junior Suite arrangement connects two suites for more space, with queen and single beds, a living room with a sofa bed and a screened porch. These layouts share the main bungalow comforts; match the particular arrangement to your party when booking.

Forest and island discoveries

Guided Corcovado visits focus attention on the rainforest, while Caño Island snorkeling excursions introduce marine life and the island’s artifacts. Leave time between outings for the reserve itself: the gardens, forest pool and elevated ocean setting are reasons to enjoy being at the lodge, not only a backdrop to the park visit.

An elegant dining room with a full menu gives a meal at the lodge its own occasion. A minibar and available laundry service help with several nights in this remote setting. An office computer is available, with internet connections in a few lodge areas rather than property-wide coverage. For couples, families or companions traveling together, Casa Corcovado brings the journey, the reserve and comfortable bungalow time into one Osa experience.