If you want to be for yourself, like natur, a wonderful beach and if you are able to enjoy life without pool and all inclusive you will love this place; if we can manage it we will come a third time. Ulli.P. more

There's a place for everyone and this one is for all those of you who love Nature, simplicity and tranquility. A personal favorite, find it a few years ago looking for a hideaway. Been there several times since.. with my dog, with my family and with my friends. Always a great time surrounded by the -magic- of the caribbean jungle.... more

Every October we like to escape the heavy rains on the Pacific side of Costa Rica.. This time we chose Congo Bongo - recommended by friends. Tranquil setting - close to beach - tucked away from the road - lovely landscaping. With our own house surrounded by trees and flowers we could have our morning coffee while watching & photographing... more

Stayed at the Long House and loved it. Lots of room, open spaces and very clean. Just walking distance to the beach. Love waking up to the Howler monkeys in the morning. more

enjoy nature on your doorstep in one of daan's home built wooden houses - a beach that is perfect for families, golden sand and calm seas you will want transport to get up and down the coast to visit the markets, local shops and restaurants but the only sounds you will hear are those of the jungle enjoy micky more

Congo-Bongo is a perfect retreat for the traveller that loves the outdoors. Hidden in a jungle between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo you have all the privacy you could wish for. If you are a nature lover or just want a vacation were you actually see the country and wildlife not a hotel that you could have stayed in that looks... more

Reviews are very subjective, so let me first explain who we are, so you can better estimate your likelihood of enjoying the place as much as we did. Our party was two 30 something couples, no kids, from Missouri, USA and are all nature lovers. We enjoy traveling, camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, etc, so we are not afraid of bugs,... more

Waking up to sound of Howler monkeys right outside the cabin on our first morning is one of the highlights of all our travels. Congo Bongo is a special place. If you like the idea of basically living outdoors but having the comforts of home, Congo Bongo is your place. Dann's unique cabins allow you to experience the jungle from... more

I am half tempted to trash talk the Congo-Bongo simply to keep secret one of the greatest places on earth! We stayed at the congo-bongo in May 2007 with a group of over 20 people. It became one of the best trips ever for every single person that went and experienced. Daan was incredibly nice and made us a wonderful... more