Cantón Upala Hotels

"Very noisy location. Wifi doesnt work outside of the lobby. Bathrooms missing fixing pieces, tiles, etc. Food was marginal. Pool and balconies were lovely. "

"Food was incredible and fresh. Entire experience was great - wish we could have stayed longer. Lots of bird and wildlife activity, "

"We were promised boxed breakfast for the early departure and never got it. Our room for 4 people had 1 cup, 2 glasses and 3 towels total."

"Nice location. It was ideal to stay here while visiting with family in the area. Fresh breakfast served (at add'l cost). "

"This place was solid. Food, staff and activities are all perfect for the family. Please note: the food is expensive. The least expensive options are down at the hot springs. "

"Our stay was wonderful so much that we would go and stay again "

"This would be a great stop for a luxury stay over a few days but wasn't worth the cost or distance for a single night stay. The sites of interest are spread out over quite a distance and it's not practical to fit in a visit to more than one of them between check-in and Costa Rica's early sundown. The rooms themselves are nice but not special, the cost/value proposition is really about what sites/activities are included and how easy they make it to book tours on the Hacienda grounds. The food was great but a meal of typical "casados" (the most economical option) ran our family of four $100 CAD. The grounds are beautiful and I would recommend the hacienda to those looking for an all-inclusive, but not a short stay."

"The casitas are nestled right in the rainforest, completely immersing you in the sights and sounds of nature. Within minutes of arriving, Jeff pointed out a sloth in a nearby tree and howler monkeys overhead—such an unforgettable introduction to the area. The sounds of the forest are incredibly peaceful (though the howler monkeys do provide a memorable early morning wake-up call!). One of the most touching moments of our stay was how kind Jeff was to our son. He had been playing with a soccer ball he found during some downtime, and when we were leaving, Jeff surprised him with a brand-new ball and pump so he could continue playing throughout our trip. It was such a thoughtful gesture that meant a lot to us. We also really enjoyed the farm tour and the on-site trails, which gave us even more opportunity to experience the beauty of the surroundings. Breakfast each morning was absolutely amazing—fresh, delicious, and made even better with Jeff’s homemade bread and jam. The location is also very convenient for visiting Rio Celeste, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. We can’t recommend this place highly enough. Jeff and Nana are truly wonderful hosts, and we would love to return someday!"

"Beautiful resort, friendly staff, amazing activities- we even saw a sloth on the property! We had a wonderful time!"