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Bosque del Cabo: Traveler Reviews

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Average price*: $200 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5.0 based on 131 reviews 131 Reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 12 hotels in Puerto Jimenez
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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 12
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
Description: Private coastal jungle, rich in flora and fauna - Southern tip of Osa Peninsula. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Puerto Jimenez
Costa Rica

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Reviews of Bosque del Cabo

( 4-8 of 131 )
“Amazing and unique experience”

Bosque del Cabo

5 of 5 stars
Atlanta
Aug 20, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

My husband and I recently returned from 10 nights in Costa Rica celebrating a big wedding anniversary. The first half of our trip was spent at Bosque and was by far the most favorite part of our vacation. (second half was spent at a big resort that was a dissapointment after Bosque). I was initially nervous when I was told the Puerto Jimenez airport was closed and we would have to fly into Golfito and take a boat. However, the boat ride turned out to be an exciting beginning to our amazing trip. The boat ride only lasted about 30 minutes and Golfo Dulce is absolutely stunning. We saw many dolphins and sea turtles on our short journey. A Bosque representative picked us up at the dock in Puerto Jimenez and we were at the property 45 minutes later.

When we arrived at Bosque it was about 9:30am. Breakfast had already concluded yet we were greeted with a table set and ready for us to eat breakfast. (good thing because we were starving!) We then checked into our cabineta (Mariposa), which is too beautiful for words. (see attached pictures) We spent the next 5 days hiking amazing and well maintained trails throughout the immaculate property. We participated in a couple of offsite excursions such as waterfall repelling (very cool), sea kayaking, and a trip to the animal sanctuary. (tip - great trip but get a group of people together to split the $130 water taxi). We also enjoyed an afternoon shopping and wandering around Puerto Jimenez. However, there was more than enough activity onsite to have kept us occupied the whole time we were there. We also spent a lot of time reading in the hammock on our front porch and enjoyed watching the monkeys every afternoon off our front deck. I was a bit fearful of coming across a snake, but thankfully this never occurred. We ate amazing food (too much of it I'm afraid!), saw wildlife I had only ever seen on TV and met interesting and funny like-minded people. The staff was super friendly and knew all the guests on a first name basis. It was nice to be able to go to dinner without "dressing up." The atmosphere was refreshingly casual. It was also nice to vacation at a location where the emphasis is not completely on food and alcohol consupmtion. While we enjoyed cocktails and wine every night, it was by no means a focal point. And for the record, I received very few bug bites (mostly ants). I get far more mosquito bites in my backyard in Atlanta than I did at Bosque.

I relied upon most of the reviews on this site so I don't want to repeat everything perviously written. I concur with all of the wonderful comments and found them to be quite accurate. We will definitely take our children back but will wait until they are a little older. This is probably not the best location for children under the age of 6 (although some families had young children with them) as you do need to have a sense of awareness and understanding of certain dangers (i.e. poisonous plants, snakes, other critters, and some steep paths) . If you are looking for a "resort style" vacation, this may not be the right place for you. If however you are looking for a unique, personalized, adventurous, casual and romantic experience in one of the most beautiful palces on earth then you have come to the right place. If you are looking to set aside the "rat race" for a few days, you have also come to the right place (no Blackberry service, no cell service, no TV, limited electricity -although there is limited electricity in the cabinetas we enjoyed our evenings by candelight with the many candles provided in the room!!)

This vacation restored a level of connection between my husband and I that we would not have otherwise experienced, Without all the distractions of everyday life we were able to focus on eachother and truly spend time together.

A couple of "must have " items to bring with you include flashlights for every member of your party, flip flops, hiking trekker type shoes that can get wet (Land's End or Keen style), an alternate pair of hiking type shoes because they get wet and due to humidity it takes a long time for things to dry, at least 2 swimsuits, multiple tank tops, only casual clothes, binoculars, a camera with a good zoom and lots of reading material.

Thank you Phil & Kim for creating this piece of paradise. I hope Bosque will forever remain true to the tenants it was founded upon, It is a true gift for the rest of us that have to live in the "real world."

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — I loved the casual, yet elegant simplicity.
    • Disliked — Would not change a thing, except to maybe add another hammock to avoid fights over hammock time!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ga12345's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: August 20, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Amazing end to our honeymoon...”

Bosque del Cabo

5 of 5 stars
Venice, FL
Aug 19, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I don't want to be too repetitive but this place is outstanding! We stayed here for the last three nights of our honeymoon, after getting married in Manuel Antonio. The staff is amazingly nice, attentive and they all seem to LOVE their job. The grounds are immaculate and captivating. We loved just walking around and watching the monkeys, toucans, macaws, coatis, etc in their habitats. Incredible. Our cabina, Mariposa, was very sweet. It was very clean and a bit secluded, which was nice. The outdoor shower and bath tub were amazing!

The owner was super helpful and seemed to love helping my husband figure out where the best surf was on any given day. He even arranged for a boat over to Pavones for my husband and another guest to surf. He was great.

The food was superb. Every single meal was delicious. We were never disappointed and looked forward to eating after hiking and surfing all day! I can't say enough about the chefs.

Yes, the road getting to BdC is bad but that was part of the charm for us. We liked the seclusion and character of the area. We had a rental car, which we were very glad about. The beach was quite a hike so be forewarned. There were a couple people that felt mislead about the proximity to the beaches. Matapalo is about an hour TOUGH hike and the Pacific trail can only be accessed on low tide is is a STEEP hike. We were glad we could drive to the beach in about 20 minutes.

There was plenty to do, we didn't even scratch the surface. We did a few trails and relaxed for the most part. It was truly an amazing experience. We'll be back!

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
NoleGirl0923's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: April 29, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“A fantastic trip to Bosque Del Cabo”

Bosque del Cabo

Aug 15, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We visited Bosque Del Cabo in April of this year, staying in the two bedroom house named Casa Blanca. At Bosque we enjoyed a full range of tropical experiences- nature walks in the rain forest giving us an oppurnity to see a variety of tropical birds and animals. Tackle fishing also proved to be a great day- especially when the staff cooked our fish and sharred it with the guest. All of Casa Blanc's rooms were spacious and clean and included a large, well mintained kitchen. The veranda has two huge hammocks overlooking the Pacific Ocean- so great after a long nature hike! This is a perfect spot for two couples or a family with children. The food at Bosque is a tasty blend of Costa Rican and International cusine. Anyone going to Bosque is going to have a great nature experience and will be will served by the owners and their super staff.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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“This place rules!”

Bosque del Cabo

5 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
Aug 14, 2008

We stayed at Bosque del Cabo in July. It more than exceeded our expectations. The view from our room (Lapa) was so extraordinary that we literally laid in our bed and giggled for the first hour that we were there. Every day there were monkeys in the trees below our room. The service was great, everyone was so nice. We will definitely be back!

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
limorules's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: August 14, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Coolest Place on Earth”

Bosque del Cabo

5 of 5 stars
Bellingham
Aug 1, 2008

Bosque del Cabo exceeded all of my expectations. Every employee was welcoming, friendly, thorough, and thoughtful. It felt very relaxed the moment I stepped onto the grounds. The area is breathtaking. Immediately you are greated by macaws flying overhead, lush green plants, and the sound of howler monkeys fill your ears. When you wake up for an early morning walk you are bound to see a Blue Morpho butterfly gliding along the path!

The food was incredible. There was always something for everyone to enjoy. The group dinners were a fantastic way to get to know your fellow travelers and find out where in the world they are from. It seemed that all the guests were eager to chat and have a good time!

If you love nature and animals then you have come to the right place. Every day I hiked one of the many trails to find endless animals, insects, and visual scenery to leave you standing in awe. Walking down to the Pacific ocean is nothing short of amazing. If you catch a low tide then you can find several tide pools that are the size of hot tubs. The luke warm water allows you to just chill out, relax, and watch the waves of the Pacific come rolling in.

Phil and Kim run fabulous lodge. There is plenty for everyone to do. They are very helpful! If it is surfboards you need, they have some for you to rent! If it is a relaxing day by the pool, there are comfortable lawn chairs and delicious drinks available.

Bosque del Cabo also offers connections to other incredible opportunity on the Oso peninsula. Every member of the Bosque del Cabo lodge is eager to help you make the most of your trip. I definitely recommend Bosque del Cabo for anyone who loves adventure mixed with luxury! I hope to return soon.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — All the different trails to take you to different parts of the land. The trails were well marked, easy to follow, not to mention absolutely beautiful!
    • Disliked — Not being able to stay for a longer period of time!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
msavory's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 18-24
Member since: August 01, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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