Our Space

The Reforestation Project

In 1993 this property was acquired. From then on, approximately 5 acres were devoted them to the regeneration of the humid tropical forest. In this sector, native species of the area have been planted only, thus generating a secondary forest. In addition, there are other areas within the lodge where it has been reforested but not adjacent to the forest that has been established. This has allowed us to form a small biological corridor taking advantage of our neighbours’ sardinal river, and as a result significantly increase the fauna of our lodge. 

Butterflies & Frogs

The La Quinta butterfly garden (currently undergoing renovations) provides a habitat for many different species of Costa Rican butterflies. It includes both larval and nectar plants which provide nourishment for the butterflies throughout their life cycle. The butterfly garden provides an opportunity for our guests to photograph, enjoy, learn and interact with the butterflies.

The Poison dart frog (Dendrobates pumilio) as well as the green frog (Dendrobates auratus) can be spotted quite easy at La Quinta frog garden. Very active during daylight hours because of the lack of any predators these frogs don’t stay still very long. They can be seen walking, hopping, jumping and climbing or just sitting in a bromeliad.

Restaurant

Meals include delicious fresh fruits and vegetables, many from our own garden, often rice and beans and main courses carefully prepared by the chef and co-owner Leonardo Jenkins. Costa Rican coffee is available all day long. Cooking classes can be scheduled at the front desk, pending availability.

A typical dinner could be a buffet that includes:

• Natural juice
• Salad bar with 12 ingredients: lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, hearts of palm, carrots, onions, sweet corns, beetroots, eggs and 2 kinds of dressings
• Two or three grilled meats: chicken, beef or pork
• Six sides: rice, beans, a buttered vegetable, vegetable omelette, plantains or potatoes, a diced vegetable, tortillas or bread, dessert, and coffee or tea

Pools

Lounge by one of our two pools that are completely immersed in the rainforest. The perfect opportunity to spot a troop of howler monkeys hanging from the trees or a scarlet macaw taking flight.