
La
Paloma Lodge nests atop a high bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean
and nearby Caño Island, on Costa Rica's isolated Drake Bay.
The resort is spread over 12 richly landscaped acres and surrounded by dense tropical rainforest. We have planted hundreds of plants and trees that are not only lovely to see but also attract a variety of birds and wildlife.

Looking out
on Caño Island



LA
PALOMA LODGE
"Perched above Drake Bay, with open views of the`Pacific and the lush
Osa Peninsula, La Paloma is a place that seems to get better with each passing
hour."
As featured in
the NEW YORK TIMES Travel section Sunday
July 14th 2002.
"Set on a steep hill overlooking the Pacific with Cano Island in the
distance, the individual bungalows at La Paloma offer expansive ocean views
that combined with the attentive and amiable service makes this my choice
in Drake Bay." Chosen one of the seven best eco-lodges in Costa Rica
by FROMMERS COSTA RICA
Spending a night listening to the rain beating down on the thatch is
very romantic and these ranchos are my favorite rooms in Drake. They
are justly proud of their 36 foot catamaran boat that makes a fast trip to
Isla del Caño and is currently the most spacious and comfortable dive
boat at Drake.
LONELY PLANET
La Paloma is a spectacular eco-lodge experience....there is a gorgeous
pool also overlooking the ocean and surrounded by jungle gardens. ...one
of those once in-a-life time places youll always want to return to.
I left feeling more like a friend than a guest. COSTA RICA GUIDE
Perched high on a hill, the private, two story ranchos are surrounded
by greenery and birds, with views of Drake Bay and Cano Island beyond.
Recommended byTHE NEW KEY TO COSTA RICA
Excellent food(including fresh fish and shrimp) is served family style.
Homemade bread is served at every meal, and night time brings rich desserts.
A swimming pool and sun deck perched on the hillside have a dynamite ocean
view. Staff is attentive and friendly.
ADVENTURES IN NATURE COSTA RICA
Sweeping views and a sense of jungle make these deluxe bungalows the
best in the area.
FODOR'S COSTA RICA
"Although there are several nice places to stay at Drake Bay, especially
recommended is La Paloma Lodge, a friendly well run operation."
INSIGHT POCKET GUIDE
"...the airy two-story bungalows are best, being surrounded by forest
and boasting spectacular views, particularly at sunset."....Excellent
service, with friendly and helpful staff."
ROUGH GUIDE TO COSTA RICA
Activities: Corcovado National Park, Cano Island Reserve, scuba diving, bird watching, fishing, sea kayaking, swim with the dolfins, whale watching.
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