Top Hotels in Drake Bay
Top Restaurants in Drake Bay
Top 10 hotels in Drake Bay, Costa Rica
Legend has it that notorious pirate Sir Francis Drake hid his treasures somewhere in Drake Bay, hence the name. Doubloons or not, there are plenty of natural treasures to marvel over, like lush rainforests and colorful sea life. Invest in a guided hiking, diving, fishing, tubing or treetop canopy tour to get the full Drake Bay experience. “Tracie the Bug Lady” even offers a night tour to acquaint you with all of the local creepy crawlies.
Restaurants in Drake Bay
1. Drake Bay Greenleaf
Overall Ratings
5 based on 140 reviews
Drake Bay Greenleaf provides free Wi-Fi, complimentary airport shuttle, and includes all meals. All prices are based on double occupancy. Guests will enjoy a king-size bed, flat-screen TV, fridge, air conditioning, balcony, and a private bathroom with a shower. The property offers hiking trails, river access, and is located 900 meters from the beach. A wide variety of activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, including horse riding, fishing, zip-lining, and diving.
An Amazing Stay in Beautiful Drake Bay
Reviewed By Chris HA massive thank you, Hellen and Stephen for such a wonderful stay At your amazing Greenleaf bungalows overlooking Drake Bay Our room was just so perfect, kept immaculate every day By you and your hard working team, in every way The bed was so comfy and the shower hot and strong That I had to keep Maggie from staying in there for too long! With fans and air conditioning cutting through the tropical Heat. Oh and the food was just awesome and fresh juices such a treat! All manner of creations from fresh fish to succulent meat For us our best meals in Costa Rica, it just can't be beat Always presented with finesse and such care Caribbean rice, bamboo, yucca and all kinds of fayre We also met an odd couple from pittsburg in the States Shannon and Geoff, and despite their green teeth we all became mates! I forgot where I was now did I mention the meals? And amazing Stephen who was always there with the wheels Trips to the beach and the bug lady at night he taxied us everywhere in the evenings and daylight Such a generous and loving couple, and of course young Vincent so bright In his watermelon outfit for his school play he looked quite a sight! We'll treasure our stay with you for ever and a day Our new wonderful friends down in Osa Drake Bay. ❤
2. Aguila de Osa Rainforest and Marine Adventure Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 655 reviews
Rainforest and Marine Adventure Lodge: Nestled amidst the jungle-covered hillsides overlooking the tranquil waters of Drake Bay, Aguila de Osa is an exquisite rainforest and marine adventure hotel. It’s here where you will experience life right on the edge of the Osa. Aguila de Osa is the destination for adventurers from around the world, offering the most convenient access to Corcovado National Park, Caño Island Biological Marine Reserve, and a full array of adventures including world-class sport fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling, plus bird watching, hiking, beach trips, river kayaking, mangrove estuary tours, and more.
Great Rainforest Experience
Reviewed By Speedy1119Aquila De Osa is a resort on the Osa Peninsula, and the experience was the highlight of our two week tour through Costa Rica. We got to the lodge after dark because of a flight delay as the result of a plane crash at the San Jose Airport. Just getting to the lodge was an adventure. We were picked up at the Drake Bay airport and driven about 25 minutes to a small boat launch. After ditching our shoes and walking through the water to the boat, we had about a 5 minute ride to the lodge's dock where we were met by the hostess. She gave us a welcome drink and explained the activities and how meals would be handled. A very good orientation. We had a 4 day and 3 night package that included all meals. Our room, 8, was about a 5 minute walk from the lodge reception/dining room/sitting area. It was somewhat of a steep incline, but we got used to it. Our room was their standard with 2 queen beds. There was no TV or A/C, but it wasn't needed since there was a ceiling fan. It was very clean, and did have a mini fridge, and a front porch with table and chairs. The view from the porch was great. The upper part of the walls in the room were just screens, but there were pull down shades for privacy. The room could have used better lightning, but we were not there very much. The grounds at the lodge were spectacular and full of wildlife. We saw monkeys everyday and many lizards, spiders, and birds. Some guests said they saw crocodiles in the bay that housed the boats, but we never saw them. Incidentally, the howler monkeys woke us up every day between 4:00AM and 5:00AM. Our package included both a snorkeling trip and a guided tour through Corcorvado National Park. The snorkeling trip was fun, but the water was not very clear on our day. Still we saw a lot of interesting fish as well as some sea turtles. We also saw a lot of wildlife on the guided hike. Meals served at the lodge restaurant were very good. At each meal we were given a selection of what we wanted for the next meal. The service was great and very friendly. The lodge offers free use of their kayaks and there is a river off the bay that extends into the rainforest for about 1 KM that is great for a mellow trip. For the more adventurous, going out into the bay with some bigger waves is an option. I would highly recommend a visit to Aquila de Osa. If you are into wildlife and nature, this is the place to stay.
3. Casa Horizontes Corcovado
Overall Ratings
5 based on 215 reviews
The house is a wooded building, with an ocean view balcony, located away from the main town, but just 200 meters from the beach; it also has a tropical garden with a lot of forest in the backyard, a lot of wildlife is spotted from the balcony. Yamileth and Pedro Caravaca offer rooms with a ceiling fun, and hot water shower, free breakfast, laundry service, tours with the best guide in the area. The hotel is located in very private place with the best views and the best service.
Unforgettable Nature Experience: Casa Bosque Balcony
Reviewed By scotte278Pedro found us on the beach and drove us the short but steep trip up where we were staying near the main house: the "Casa Bosque" or "Forest House". It doesn't look like much upon arrival besides being adjacent to some trees near the driveway and having an elevated, inclined ramp walkway leading to the door. Inside is an airy cabin with a double bed, two twin beds, an adjoining bathroom and kitchenette. There's two big windows and two ceiling fans, the latter we used on high basically the whole time while inside during the day because it was so hot. The view from the balcony is gorgeous, looking kind of north out over Drake Bay. It's relatively secluded, with lots of vegetation and trees, which on the second day meant we had a bunch of monkeys jumping from our roof to branches right next to us. It was stunning to see them so close, and I've shared a picture of them and a big iguana that was constantly hanging out in one of the trees. The sounds of the birds and forest are almost constant which I loved. We were warmly greeted by Yami, the hostess, and she suggested we connect via whatsapp so she could help arrange tours or answer questions which was nice. She got us a couple spots on a snorkel tour the next day even though it had seemed they were all booked up, which was super helpful. We arranged breakfast timing and whether we wanted gallo pinto or pancakes that way, too. Yami, Pedro, and the rest of the staff are kind and accommodating. I need to lose some weight so the short walk up the steep hill a couple times a day got me closer to that, but since it's so steep and someone in a wheelchair wouldn't be able to access the Casa Bosque I wanted to make a note of it. Overall you do feel like you are suddenly away from the beach and high in a forest, and for the nature immersion alone I'd give it 5 stars. The hospitality was excellent and room had what we needed to ensure we could make the most of it. Thank you Yami and Pedro!
4. Hotel Jinetes de Osa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
Come see Costa Rica as you always imagined; wild, beautiful and unexplored. Be one of the lucky few to scuba dive in the pelagic rich waters of Cano Island or explore one of the last remaining virgin lowland tropical rainforests of Corcovado National Park. Splendidly isolated in the tiny community of Drake Bay, Costa Rica, Jinetes De Osa Hotel is a friendly beachside retreat one hours boat ride down the jungle lined banks of the Sierpe River.
Family Vacation
Reviewed By 938bensonnFrom day one my wife and I had top notch service provided to as. One of the greatest things was being able to have one contact who took care of all out needs. He was 24/7 available for questions, recommendations, tour guide, and just to talk about the culture and many more. For divers it was great having a dive shop attached to the hotel. Also having a restaurant attached to the hotel that served all three meals was a bonus. Great WIFI as well :) I highly recommend Hotel Jinetes. Thank you for giving my wife and I a good life time
5. Drake Bay Wilderness Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 419 reviews
Since it was founded in 1985, Drake Bay Wilderness Resort has continued to be a family run business. Our focus has been to take good care of our guests so that they'll feel right at home. We try to be as flexible as possible, taking into consideration people´s needs and we do our very best to fulfill special requests. For instance, we will prepare meals for special diets. Furthermore, the hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful locations in the area. It has large open areas with a bounty of beautiful flowers, tropical plants, big mango trees, and beach almond trees that attract the raucous macaws. The property gives you the feel of being in a private island since the river flows along the backside of the property and the whole front side meets the ocean. In addition to this, most visitors come to us by boat and the access by land to the hotel is a small path, unreachable by car, that is submerged in a jungle. Best of all, there is a paradise like view of the bay and ocean, reflecting the deep blue sky and, beyond that, hills bound in lush forests.We offer all sorts of extras that help make our guests' stay more comfortable and enjoyable. For example, we include a full laundry service. Kayaks close to the water are always at our guests' disposal. We have a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, dock, and hammocks to relax under the shade of a tree with the cool ocean breeze blowing on you. From our hotel we take guests on adventures in snorkeling, hiking, diving, canoeing and whale watching. Visitors often see four species of monkeys, sloths, tapir, caiman and a myriad of birds, including the scarlet macaw, mangrove hawk, toucan...
Beautiful, secluded paradise
Reviewed By A8768XWnicolemMy husband and I wanted a secluded but comfortable retreat from our busy lives, and this resort exceeded our expectations. The staff and owner are warm and friendly. Our room was clean, air conditioned, and maybe 100 feet from the ocean. The grounds are gorgeous and charming, there are mangoes everywhere and birds, even some monkeys. The resort sits right on the main hiking trail and we hiked two days in a row. Hands down, the most beautiful hike I’ve ever been on. We stopped at several secluded beaches along the way. To get there, we took a plane from SJO (Sansa airlines), where a taxi was waiting for us (set up by the resort). From there, you take a three minute boat ride to the resort. It’s quiet this time of year so we didn’t see many other people at all. We got a welcome drink and a snack immediately. That brings me to the food: WOW SO GOOD. Definitely the best food I’ve had at a resort and the best food I’ve had in Costa Rica so far. Food is included (three meals and snacks whenever you want - they even packed us sandwiches for our excursions). Drinks are not and you pay for those at the end of your stay. Alonso (the waiter/bartender) is super nice. The chef is too. Everyone is great. We booked one tour - Corcovado - totally worth the one hour boat ride it takes to get there. We saw tons of birds and two tapirs. We did not do Cano island as we wanted to explore and hike on our own. The days end early as Costa Rica gets dark at 6 pm and you will find yourself tired at 8/9 pm. The WiFi really only works at the office and bar area but that was fine by us - we played cards and downloaded some shows to watch. But we were so beat every night that we fell asleep very early. The pool is great - and the drinks Alonso made us were fantastic. This is definitely a once in a lifetime trip - it’s unique and beautiful but there is a family warmth surrounding the resort.
6. Drake Bay Greenleaf
Overall Ratings
5 based on 140 reviews
Drake Bay Greenleaf provides free Wi-Fi, complimentary airport shuttle, and includes all meals. All prices are based on double occupancy. Guests will enjoy a king-size bed, flat-screen TV, fridge, air conditioning, balcony, and a private bathroom with a shower. The property offers hiking trails, river access, and is located 900 meters from the beach. A wide variety of activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, including horse riding, fishing, zip-lining, and diving.
An Amazing Stay in Beautiful Drake Bay
Reviewed By Chris HA massive thank you, Hellen and Stephen for such a wonderful stay At your amazing Greenleaf bungalows overlooking Drake Bay Our room was just so perfect, kept immaculate every day By you and your hard working team, in every way The bed was so comfy and the shower hot and strong That I had to keep Maggie from staying in there for too long! With fans and air conditioning cutting through the tropical Heat. Oh and the food was just awesome and fresh juices such a treat! All manner of creations from fresh fish to succulent meat For us our best meals in Costa Rica, it just can't be beat Always presented with finesse and such care Caribbean rice, bamboo, yucca and all kinds of fayre We also met an odd couple from pittsburg in the States Shannon and Geoff, and despite their green teeth we all became mates! I forgot where I was now did I mention the meals? And amazing Stephen who was always there with the wheels Trips to the beach and the bug lady at night he taxied us everywhere in the evenings and daylight Such a generous and loving couple, and of course young Vincent so bright In his watermelon outfit for his school play he looked quite a sight! We'll treasure our stay with you for ever and a day Our new wonderful friends down in Osa Drake Bay. ❤
7. Pirate Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 485 reviews
Pirate Cove is a small hotel, consisting of comfortable cabins bungalows an Ac Room located on Osa Peninsula the least developed and most bio-diversified area of Costa Rica.
Relaxing Location
Reviewed By Craig DMy wife and I stayed in the Bungalow for 3 nights and did the San Pedrillo and Sirena Ranger Station tours in Corcovado and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The boat ride from Sierpe to Pirate Cove was a great experience. It was about an hour with half on the River and half in the ocean. A little bumpy, but very scenic. This is a fast boat ride, so don’t expect a tour style ride. The bungalow was very nice with chairs and a hammock on the porch. Shower was Luke-warm, but refreshing after a long day in the sun. There is no A/C in the bungalow, but the ceiling fan was plenty for this time of year. They had a pool, access to a small fresh water lagoon, and the beach. Kayaks were available for the lagoon and we saw monkeys, scarlet macaws, and tapir tracks all on the property. Of the tours, I recommend the San Pedrillo Tour over the Sirena tour. We did see more wildlife at Sirena, but the overall feel is very touristy. We receive more information about park conservation efforts, wildlife info, and just an overall greater appreciation for the diversity in the park at San Pedrillo. Also, you get to swim in the river near a waterfall on the San Pedrillo hike, which was much needed with how hot and humid it was. Be prepared that Pirate Cove is 25-30min walk from the town of Drake Bay, so we recommend having meals included. The food was fantastic, coffee all day, and they had a bar with a good variety of drinks. The kitchen staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating to vegetarians. The kitchen even shared some recipes with my wife. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for a relaxing spot following your adventures in the Osa Peninsula area. It is not super touristy, and allows you to appreciate the easy going life-style in the area.
8. Finca Maresia
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1077 reviews
Average
Reviewed By Vinc6666Nice but basic. Stayed 3 days and was ok but wouldn’t stay longer. Food portion sizes rather small. Friendly service for sure. But then there are not many great hotels/accommodations in Drakes Bay unless you pay over the odds. So if you come for 3 days it will be ok.
9. Hotel Margarita
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Wow, way more than expected
Reviewed By UgoIgoWe just stayed one night but plan to return. The room was large, clean, comfortable and tastefully finished. The manager and staff went out of their way to be helpful and easily spoke English with us. The pool was small but refreshing, and Dixon’s breakfast was great
10. Rancho Corcovado Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 190 reviews
Hotel Rancho Corcovado a familiar and personalized hotel set in a private nature reserve in Drake Bay meets the wild Pacific Ocean, a destination matching everyone's notion of paradise. It is the ideal site to combine both relaxing and adventure in a pure and natural setting hosted by a Costa Rican Family native to the area, who take special care to show visitors the beauty of plant, animal and marine life of the region which is a gift of God. Hotel Rancho Corcovado is located on the OSA Peninsula in the province of Puntarenas in Costa Rica.
Father Son Fishing trip
Reviewed By ShuttconI brought my son and his friend to Drake Bay for a fishing trip and we were lucky enough to have chosen a nice family run lodge on the beach. We stayed in a large room with ocean view and woke up to white-faced monkeys, toucans and Macau’s every morning and the girls in the beach kitchen fed us 3 beautiful meals a day as if we were royalty. Love that place and the people that make it happen Charles
