Kunken Boutique Hotel

Nature and location are magnificent !

This is paradise on earth

fabulous location, beautiful swimming pool and beach with views from everywhere of the calm ocean bay, friendly staff. a piece of paradise and oh so quiet and peaceful

The property is in the most amazing location! Totally worth the drive. Quiet, relaxing, and private. Stunning views. Macaws and toucans flying overhead, howler monkeys bellowing in the morning, and the occasional spider monkeys sighting on property. The staff were amazing! They were so friendly and helpful - everyone went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. The food was delicious - everything is homemade. We highly recommend the pineapple papaya marmalade on toast at breakfast. We would visit Kunken again and again!

Amazing boutique hotel and spa, with just 7 villas, nestled at the edge of the jungle with its own private beach. Living in harmony with nature the rooms were very eco friendly with amazing outside showers, all round moquito nets instead of windows, ceiling fans, comfortable bed and a large verandah to enjoy the amazing views from. The staff went out of their way to be helpful and were waiting for us to arrrive with a welcome juice. Nothing was ever too much trouble and they really went the extra mile when my daughter had tonsilitus, driving us not just to the doctor and pharmacists and lending us the cash to pay for those as there was a glitch at the time with the cash points but also being very attentive thereafter, making hot drinks and salt water gargles. The food was great - amazing breakfasts, great lunches and delicious 3 course dinners. They do some great smoothies and cocktails and have a good wine list. We loved the fluffy pancakes at breakfast, the beef nachos at lunch and the mahi mahi for dinner, but there was plenty of choice and they were very willing to work off menu if needed to help with food allergies. The deep tissue massages were incredible and were a perfect treat after an early morning trip to explore the area. I did not get a chance to try the hot stone massage but wish I had! As was a dip in the spring fed swimming pool, which was a lovely place to take a break from the heat. The hotel is perfectly placed to explore the bay from, which is so quiet you almost feel like its your own private bay. We saw crocodiles, dolphins and endless birds exploring the nearby mangroves and the bay itself by boat, all organised by the hotel. They also organised separate bird walking and sloth spotting trips with very informative and well spoken guides. Or you can just stay at the hotel itself and let the wildlife come to you, with the howler monkeys being a particular favourite larking around in the trees as we hiked up the trails to the viewpoint.

We loved everything but if you go there be aware that it feels quite remote - which is part of its delight - it is only about 10 mins to the nearest time but by the time you have made it down the drive you feel like youre a million miles from anyweher. So make sure you take whatever you need with you including good binoculars and a good book if you want to chill by the pool after lunch. If you hanker after chocolate take your own.

Chlorine free pool, swimmable beach and outside layout were incredible. there were kayaks to use, comfortable outdoor loungers and a nice lookout.

Located in a stunning, secluded spot on the beach and close to Puerto Jimenez airport. small and intimate, and the staff were lovely.

Couldn’t get wifi in the rooms and only really worked in the bar.

1) most amazingly well maintained grounds paired with the perfect view and a tranquil setting. loved it & would stay again. 2) loved the open air setting of the sea facing bungalows and the outdoor shower (its all netted against insects instead of windows) 3) great for chilling, yoga, nature, outdoors, beach holiday, water sports 4) staff are very friendly and willing to help. they organized a lot of trips for us, gave us tips and ensured we had all information needed. big plus +++++

Maybe its due to us coming in the start of the season, but the service processes are a bit of they downfall. And before we say more, we would still absolutely stay again, its just less perfect than everything else. 1) The staff really want to help and especially when Jessi is there, it all works well and you are taken care of as she keeps it all going and ensure everyone knows what to do and guests can place orders and get what they ordered. On those days when Jessi isn’t there you see it all fall apart. Everyone is still trying to help, but without direction, so you may wait for 15 minutes until someone asks you for what you want to drink or eat, the cocktails are not quite mixed right or you are getting something to eat that is quite a bit different than what you ordered. 2) The quality of the cooking is variable from evening to evening, as of every Chef had their thing and is less good with others. But with a limited menu getting them all consistently right should be important.