Gem in the Rainforest This beautifully designed lodge is secluded in the lush rainforest fostering a refreshing disconnect from the noise in your life.... read moreThis beautifully designed lodge is secluded in the lush rainforest fostering a refreshing disconnect from the noise in your life. Staff provide that genuine family level of care. It is obvious when you sink into the lodge's beauty that every detail was skillfully designed deliberately to give your soul a chance for solitude. From the hammocks, to the outdoor showers, the open air communal dining area and yoga platform overlooking the rainforest to the fresh food, eco friendly local soaps, shampoos, soft linens and romantic lighting. I hope to return one day but until then, it's provided this city dweller with the perfect mind, body and soul reboot.
Gracias from my heart - Marcus, Gaby, Jose Fabio, Alex, Marvin and Patrick. read less

Utterly Magical! Everything about Finca Exotica was splendid. How could you not be mesmerized by the macaws flying and squawking overheead, the... read moreEverything about Finca Exotica was splendid. How could you not be mesmerized by the macaws flying and squawking overheead, the xotic plants and animals, the soothing sound of ocean waves and rhythmic evening cidada "song"? But the very best part is the genuine, open-armed treatment by the staff here. They are all such gems and I'm so honored to have gotten to meet and know them. I'll be back! read less

Picture Perfect Paradise Gorgeous grounds, sea view from our cabin, outdoor cold water showers. The kind staff works hard to provide comfort and... read moreGorgeous grounds, sea view from our cabin, outdoor cold water showers. The kind staff works hard to provide comfort and good meals in this remote location. We enjoyed the trip to Corcovado and especially the early morning lagoon kayaking. Monkeys and tropical birds right on the property which extends into a reserve. Just magical. It's a long bumpy drive from the airstrip at Puerto Jimenez, but if you're up for the adventure, can be fun. Ask about the shortcut over the hill that can shave off half the time. But hey, you're in Costa Rica, so what's the rush? read less

Great place Great food and wonderful location and friendly helpful knowledgeable staff. Lots of fun and exciting things to do such as... read moreGreat food and wonderful location and friendly helpful knowledgeable staff. Lots of fun and exciting things to do such as hiking and bird watching and kayaking. Common areas were lovely and enjoyed the yoga read less

Enjoyed Our Stay We had the bamboo cabin which was nice accomodation but be aware there are no fans in these open air... read moreWe had the bamboo cabin which was nice accomodation but be aware there are no fans in these open air cabins and often can get hot and muggy at mid day and night at this latitude. Outdoor showers are cold water only but refreshing. No plug-ins in cabins (this is a true ecolodge!). Great food and service. Patrick and Jose and company were great hosts. Make sure and take the short hike to Sunset Point on the property for expansive views of Corcavado coast. We will be back some day....... read less

Good and Bad Positives: Very close to the national park, the cabins were nice and the other guests were wonderful. Jose leads... read morePositives: Very close to the national park, the cabins were nice and the other guests were wonderful. Jose leads a wonderful yoga class and I got an excellent massage. We liked the communal eating.
Negatives: Communication wasn't great as we were trying to confirm booking, there was no orientation and no communication about the $900 for 3 people hiking and overnight stay in the national park. It turns out that the ocean access has a serious rip tide which we were not made aware. One of our party literally had to be rescued by another guest. The staff showed no concern and did not even check on her to make sure that she was all right, or to see if she needed anything. A person there, who claimed he was part employee, part volunteer and part guest, did nothing. It was confusing as to what is role was. The tiki tents are not glamping...they are a tent on a platform tucked into the jungle with no airflow. This is not glamping. Even the cabins, which were nice, did not have a fan. All in all the negatives so outweighed the positives that we forfeited both our Osa National Park trip, which is why we went, losing our $900, and the last three nights that we had paid for. We did not know, based on the lack of service, if we would safe having this company, and the company they contracted with, guide us into the park. This place has great potential but needs a lot of work...most of which, would not cost money but would be taken care of with better customer service. read less

Petit coin de paradis Nous avons séjourné une nuit au FINCA Exotica Lodge au mois de Novembre 2019. Nous avions opté pour la Tiki... read moreNous avons séjourné une nuit au FINCA Exotica Lodge au mois de Novembre 2019. Nous avions opté pour la Tiki tente. Une petite parenthèse magique juste avant un trek de 2 jours dans le parc Corcovado. Le personnel est aux petits soins et le lieu est exceptionnel (le mot pura vida prend tout son sens là bas) ! Je recommande :) read less

Highlight of our trip We are in our early 60s. We loved our experience at Finca. You are very close to nature and in... read moreWe are in our early 60s. We loved our experience at Finca. You are very close to nature and in an unspoiled place while also being served healthy delicious meals and meeting other travelers. We hiked, relaxed on the beach and swam when we could (high tide is too dangerous but we still played in the shallows to cool off). The chef is talented and took pains to make sure we got the food that worked for our dietary restrictions. Don't come if you mind no ceiling fans or AC. Do come if you want to experience being in a rain forest and waking to Toucans and Spider Monkeys in nearby trees. Thank you to all the staff for creating such a wonderful experience. read less

Luxury close to nature We are a family of four and had just come back from a 50km/3-day-jungle-hike in Corcovado. This place was exactly... read moreWe are a family of four and had just come back from a 50km/3-day-jungle-hike in Corcovado. This place was exactly what we needed to just rest and eat and just be. It is so close to Corcovado that there are loads of animals around. So by spending the day on the restaurant deck, you will be able to see birds and the likes. The food was amazing, but not kids friendly, on the other hand, just ask them, and they will prepare for the kids. The staff is helpful and always has a smile on their faces. Apart from Corcovado, I'm pretty sure there are som hikes to do there as well, which we didn't do because we were exhausted after ours. We even got upgraded to a family cottage! A beautiful place, definitely worth every penny and time (takes some time from Puerto Jimenez). Might be difficult to access when winter time there because of high tide. read less

Tolle Erfahrung in der Natur Die Anfahrt war schon sehr abenteuerlich, 5 Bäche überquert! Man braucht einen 4x4 Wagen, da die letzten 40 km Naturstrasse... read moreDie Anfahrt war schon sehr abenteuerlich, 5 Bäche überquert! Man braucht einen 4x4 Wagen, da die letzten 40 km Naturstrasse ist. In der Finca sind wir nett erwartet worden. Man lebt sozusagen Draussen! Die Cabins sind alle ohne Fenster aber weit voneinander entfernt. An die Geräusche in der Nacht mussten wir uns gewöhnen, aber es war sehr spannend, Brüllaffen aus der Ferne zu hören, etc.. Dusche im Freien, die wäre verbesserungswürdig, mit einer Brause, damit das Wasser nicht in einem Strahl rauskommt. Dass es nur kaltes Wasser hat, bei Aussen-Temperaturen von 30-35°C ist ja wohl kein Problem. Schliesslich kommt die Energie von Solarzellen. Das Essen war toll, es wird jeden Abend für alle zusammen frisch gekocht, man sitzt wie in der Familie zusammen, erfährt noch einige Tipps. Die Aussicht von der Terrasse ist wunderschön, man sieht seltene Vögel. Die Finca liegt sozusagen am Meer, der Strand ist ziemlich einsam, nur wenige Gäste dort. Wir haben eine geführte Tour mit Laura zum Nationalpark gemacht, wir haben sehr viel gesehen und auch erfahren. Es war sehr streng, ca. 7 Stunden und wir waren noch nicht so an die Hitze gewöhnt, aber ohne sie hätten wir nie so viele Tiere und Pflanzen gesehen. read less

Paradise in the woods, with the most amazing food! This rustic lodge is so perfect. Expect an immersive experience with direct connection to the surrounding natural environment, but somehow... read moreThis rustic lodge is so perfect. Expect an immersive experience with direct connection to the surrounding natural environment, but somehow with a world-class food experience. The chef is so amazing, the staff so helpful, and the environment breathtaking. read less

AMAZING EXPERIENCE! I highly recommend staying here. We had an unbelievable experience the 2 nights we stayed here. Staff are super nice... read moreI highly recommend staying here. We had an unbelievable experience the 2 nights we stayed here. Staff are super nice and really friendly. We enjoyed every second of our stay here. Will definitely come back here if I have the chance. read less