What you see is what you get: their website (--) shows you exactly what to expect: wild nature, beautiful scenery & views. The room we got deluxe suite is worth it: large room with generous sized bed and great bathroom. The view in the afternoon is worth it all: sunset on the pacific ocean. Meals are above standard and breakfast... more

El Remanso is the most beautiful & magical place I have ever visited. I researched Costa Rica to try & find the perfect place for our first visit to this country. My research definitely paid off. We did not want to have to cook for ourselves but did not want the typical all inclusive resort experience either. We found such... more

Our first experience in Costa Rica during the rainy season was enhanced greatly by our stay at El Remanso. I use trip advisor often to look at lodging options in Europe, and agree with the ones that have been listed here for El Remanso. Never having written a review before, i found that i wanted to share our positive response... more

My husband and I took our children (ages 7 and 8) to the Osa this summer to show them the "wild" side of Costa Rica. We had been previously with the kids and wanted to expose them to the jungle atmosphere (we had both been to the Osa previously, my husband has been 5+ times). In the past we relied... more

Staying at El Remanso was the best holiday we have ever had, and we've been to some lovely places (Borneo, Australia, NZ...) . Highlights were : The incredible variety of wildlife, beautiful setting and views, peaceful untouched rainforest, super variety of walks, friendly staff who couldn't be more helpful and fun....did I mention the amazing wildlife?! All in all it... more

We went to El Remanso for our honeymoon. It was everything that we expected and more. It's a place that you always feel like you are doing something, even if you are just lounging around. Located in the rain forest, you really get a first hand look at nature. We saw all kinds of wildlife and enjoyed each day we... more

El Remanso exceeds the finest most luxurious resorts we've stayed out. El Remanso is so very special and wonderful. The food was incredibly good. The staff first-rate. Virgin rain forest right on the beach/ocean- wow! Plenty to see and do. Its amazing what Captain Joel started and his daughter and son-in-law are now continuing the excellent atmosphere, quality staff, and... more

I wrote about this part of our trip in depth here and have lots of pictures - http://t3ch99.wordpress.com/2009/06/24/nature-paradise-in-the-osa-peninsula/ - but I will point out a few things... This was our favorite part of our 10-day trip even though we stayed in what should be considered "nicer" hotels. This one was better though! Beautiful setting, beautiful flowers, spectacular lodge. Even though... more

Oh My what can I say that has not been said already. This is an eco lodge in the middle of the beautiful Costa Rican Rain Forest. Wild animals, the best scenery ever. Pay the extra and get one of their better rooms, not that the others suck but having screens on all the windows is a plus. We heard... more