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  • Parking included
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Map
1 KM before Manzanillo Town, Cahuita, Limón, 70403
  • Playa Cahuita
    10 min walk
  • Blanca Beach
    10 min walk
  • Cahuita National Park
    11 min walk
  • Limon (LIO)
    40 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Cahuita

With a stay at Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica in Cahuita, you'll be 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cahuita National Park and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Black Beach. .This beach cabin is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Playa Cocles and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Cahuita - 10 min walk
  • Blanca Beach - 10 min walk
  • Negra Beach - 14 min walk
  • Playa Grande - 5 min drive
  • Black Beach - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Kawe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Del Rita Paty's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Restaurant Cahuita National Park - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante sobre las Olas - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Italiano Cahuita - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica

Beachfront cabin for sun and fun
Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star cabin have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Cahuita cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this cabin include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the ocean
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Shopping mall
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 7 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Reception hall

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 7 AM - 5 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200.00 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Congo Bongo Boutique Guest Houses Cabin Manzanillo
Congo Bongo Boutique Guest Houses Manzanillo
Congo Bongo Ecolodges Costa Rica
Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica Cabin
Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica Cahuita
Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica Cabin Cahuita

Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a doorway to nature's paradise. Being set in jungle with an open living theme there is nothing to not love about Congo bongo. The cry of howler monkeys at 4am followed by the jungle waking up to the evening cry of the toucan nature is all around. The ambience is complimented by the warmth and friendliness of the people who call this place home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a true eco lodge in the middle of the costa rican jungle. A lot of pride went into creating this space. Masai and Daan take excellent care of you and the facility and surroundings are spectacular. A very unique experience!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful location. Staff was friendly and helpful. Beautiful beach area with private walkway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A great jungle stay!
An amazing cabin in the middle of the jungle. All the jungle noises are amazing and you really feel like you’re sleeping amongst it. A lot of wild life around and we saw sloths on the property which was a bonus for us. Direct access to a lovely beach and sea. A perfect stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

LUBOV, PHILADELPHIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An unique place with local flavor on the coast of Carribean sea with a private beach. Animals, birds, beautiful nature Perfect for family and romantic vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robbin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was an Amazing combination of indoor and out door living! The sounds and the views of the jungle are captivating. The Beach is a 8 mins walk. I can’t wait to bring my children❤️The staff were helpful and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Best place I have ever stayed
Coco Bongo was one of my favorite places I have EVER stayed in! This place was AMAZING! I loved it so much and was so greatfull for such a welcoming staff. This place was litterly like sleeping in the jungle! You could hear all the jungle noises from your room and you could also hear the monkeys in the morning! It is located a bit far away from other things but nothing more than a bike ride away. The staff was extraordinary and went above and beyond my expectations. As a solo female traveler, this place was absolutely safe. Marisol, one of the workers, also checked up on me to make sure I was ok wich was something I had never experienced at any other place I have stayed. She was absolutely Amazing and very attentive. I will never forget this place. It was absolutely extraordinary and i recomend it to anybody visiting the Manzanillo area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Absolutely amazing if you want to be in close contact with the jungle. Tucans flying over our head and troops of howler monkeys traveling thru the canopy when we were sitting on the patio, plus much more. 5 minutes walk to the beach. The lady keeping the property was super nice. We stayed in the Big Dream House and one of the bedrooms had parts of the side netting missing and some creature got in during the night and rummaged through my clothes - fun for us but coul be scary for some. Hot water was sketchy at most, wifi good for checking emails but forget uploading pics or anything similar. Overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice and out the way. Free laundry service is great as the whole area is pretty damp. Be prepared to hear a lot of howler monkeys and toucans!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An authentic jungle experience! Beautiful property! Very friendly and obliging staff and it was handy to be given a cell phone to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Congo Bongo was paradise! Loved our house! We saw monkeys, tree frogs, hummingbirds, birds, butterflies and agouti without even leaving the deck. The hammock was a wonderful place to relax and read. Outside shower was awesome. The walk through the forest to the beach was an adventure and the beach was lovely. The howler monkey wake up call was super cool. We also loved the gracious host, all the funky art, and the focus on repurposing and recycling. I would live here!!! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The theme of the place and decoration. The cabanas were really confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Jungle Experience
We really enjoyed this place and were glad to have stayed. A couple warnings- it can be noisy when it rains. We had heavy rains the first night, and I got a little overwhelmed by the noise in the bedroom. Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper. Second, ALL food must be securely stored in the kitchen cabinets. Even with the latched doors, whatever came to visit still managed to reach thru and grab things. Second time, we had things in tupperware but latch was not secure. It was able to open the door and the tupperware. Just put everything in the fridge. For viewing and experiencing the jungle, there isn't any better.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bob, Cornwall NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Congo Bongo the ultimate experience You gotta go!!
If you are looking for a different type of stay Congo Bongo is the place!! The owner /designer went to great detail from an artistic view and the resort is totally awesome. I was a bit nervous about the open environment but it was not an issue. I totally recommend this place and will definitely go back. It was by far the nicest place we stayed at in Costa Rica. Beautiful beach is a 5 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible jungle hideaway
Can’t say enough good things about this place. Possibly my favourite place I’ve stayed in the last decade. Gorgeous private wooden cabin with hammock, sofa table and kitchen on the covered porch and a beautiful private bedroom and bathroom with hot showers. Also outside jungle shower for fun! The whole property is beautifully kept and decorated with colourful art made by the husband and wife team that own the place. Short walk through beautiful jungle to the beach and village. Super quiet apart from the sounds of nature. They have a troop of monkeys and several sloths living around the cabins as well as a host of tropical birds. Would have loved to have stayed longer. The village is peaceful - we had breakfast at cocolobo both days whilst sat watching the ocean. The National Park is walkable distance and has by far the most heavenly beach coves in the whole area (and is free!). Bike rental on site, free to borrow beach equipment.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing accommodation
Good points - wi-fi and fast internet connection and the laundry service. I can think of no others. The Congo Bongo website says all beds are covered with mosquito nets - our 'house' had three bedrooms , only one bed had one. The website also says 'All houses can be locked up' - ours couldn't - only the bedrooms . The kitchen and living area are completely open to the forest. This may sound good but in reality it became very unpleasant after sundown because as soon as you put a light on you're inundated with mosquitos. There were a lot of cockroaches at the property, in the bedroom and each time we open the fridge they would come from underneath and into the fried - we then had to get them out!We had no hot water in the showers at first (one evening and a morning we had to have cold showers) - Daan had it fixed after I reported it but one of the showers worked from a gas cylinder which had run out - couldn't it have been checked before we arrived? The state of electrics worried us - one bedside lamp had a broken switch with bare wires - the electric shower had taped twisted wires above the showerhead. We didn't see much wildlife in the grounds - Agoutis and Spider monkeys. We saw more walking to the village - a 20 minute walk away. Cool & calm Cafe probably the best of a bad bunch of places to eat - the owners brother Omah is a great wildlife guide.. Mostly we walked to El Refugio and got a taxi back - reasonable food but quite expensive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Congo Bongo was amazing! Highly recommend this facility!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved Congo Bongo!
Great service, beautiful location, gorgeous property and houses. Free laundry service. Well appointed kitchen and setup for home cooking and grilling. Free beach gear like surfboards, toys, and more. Great onsite recycling and compost program. Excellent mosquito nets over each bed. So much wildlife to enjoy from bed, porch, or hammock. Easy walk to beach. Close to manzanillo town for food, hikes and snorkeling. Bikes available to rent from property for $10/day. Many bikeable locations for food, beaches, and more. Pricey for our budget but well worth it! Wish we could have stayed longer than two nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sara, Park City, UT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect 10!
I can't say enough good things about this accommodation. They lodges are absolutely stunning - located in the middle of a beautiful jungle. Falling asleep listening to the howler monkeys is unlike anything else we've ever experienced. Its a short 5 minute walk to the beautiful beach, that we usually had entirely to ourselves! The staff - everybody, including the owner and his wife, were so kind and made us feel really at home and supported for our entire stay. They even provide free daily laundry service. The kitchens were well stocked which made it easy to cook meals. They had beach toys and chairs, and also some nice bikes (even some kids bikes). We stayed in 4 different accommodations during out 2 weeks in Costa Rica, one of which was a 5 star resort, and this was hands down our favorite place!

10/10 Excellent

shahin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magical rainforest cabin
The place is out of this world. Magical and Beautiful property in a private setting. A bottle of wine waiting for you monkeys and toucans everywhere all around you all day and beach access and location could not be better. Went with my children and am sure they will never forget and I can't wait to return. Had everything but Wish there was a toaster though. Kids wanted toast and I tried to make in a pan and got distracted by so many monkeys everywhere, burnt the toast and stunk up the place. Sorry Dann. By the way the owner Dann was wonderful and very helpful with everything. Can't wait to return.

8/10 Good

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Place!!
Fantastic location! Beautiful garden-like surroundings. We followed a troop of Howler monkeys move through the trees as we walked back from the deserted beach.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the Hotel is a great place to stay in Manzanillo, beautiful rooms