Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica

Name: Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica
Address: 1 KM before Manzanillo Town, Cahuita, Limón, 70403, Cahuita, CR

Location: 1 KM before Manzanillo Town, Cahuita, Limón, 70403, Cahuita, CR

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Cabin

About this Property

Recreational Opportunities
Enjoy activities such as bike rentals, terrace views, and a garden.

Convenience and Services
Access free Wi-Fi, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

Amenities and Nearby Attractions
7 uniquely decorated guestrooms with kitchens. Explore nearby Playa Cahuita and Cahuita National Park.

To book your stay at Congo Bongo EcoVillage Costa Rica and experience the beauty of Cahuita, visit our website now!

Important Information

Up to 4 children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 10:00 AM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 5 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Amenities & Facilities

Area shuttle (surcharge)
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Arcade/game room
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Ecotours nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Shopping mall on site
Reception hall
Fishing nearby
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Rooms Available

Dream Nature House, One bedroom, Full Kitchen

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
807-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
River Dream House, 3 Bedrooms, Full Kitchen

2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
1291-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 7 (7 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Dream Caribbean House, 2 Bedrooms, Full Kitchen

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
807-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Dream Deluxe House, One Bedroom, Full Kitchen

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
914-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Sweet Dream House

2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
1011-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
1130-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Long Dream House, 3 bedrooms, Full Kitchen

2 King Beds and 2 Double Beds
1054-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Dream Palm House, Two Bedrooms, Full Kitchen

2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed
914-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished patio with garden views

Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Washing machine, safe, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Grab bar in shower
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Separate living room
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Separate bedroom
- Dryer
- Bedsheets provided
- Blender
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Freezer
- Shower grab bar
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

Guest Reviews

Robin (10/5): - Holy cow, this place was spectacular! A stunning combination of modern comfort (fully outfitted kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, bathrooms and living spaces with fans, grill, WiFi, filtered water) and true natural immersion, with the open-walled format and private location. The pathway to the private beach is beautiful and convenient, and the customer service was kind, quick, and helpful. We didn't have a car, which was totally fine - Manzanillo is an easy 15-minute walk (on the beach or by the road), and Uber helped out when it rained. My only regret is that we didn't stay longer - it was good for two nights, but I'd love to come back for a week, stock up at the grocery store, and truly relax and unwind.
Nellie (10/5): - It was an experience I will never forget! We had our own home in the jungle, amongst the jungle wild life, it was unbelievable! The decor was unique and the place was relaxing and beautiful. The sounds of the animals from the jungle were all over and loud, be prepared! The howler monkeys were loud but that is one thing which made the experience so awesome! The property was on the beach, we loved everything about it, I will go back and share this experience with more family members, I am so glad we stayed there 3 nights. It was such an adventure!
Tim (10/5): - Loved the location and surrounding nature. Very close to beach.
Lisbeth (10/5): - We stayed here with my family. It was incredibly nice and relaxing. Property had everything you'll need. Also, they have staff near you to assist you in everything. The please in its entirety is just magical.
AYAKA (10/5): - Amazing. It was just AMAZING. we truly loved this place and for sure coming back !! You see all the animals and plants in nature. The best experience ever.
Michael (10/5): - This property is a doorway to nature's paradise. Being set in jungle with an open living theme there is nothing to not love about Congo bongo. The cry of howler monkeys at 4am followed by the jungle waking up to the evening cry of the toucan nature is all around. The ambience is complimented by the warmth and friendliness of the people who call this place home.
David (10/5): - This is a true eco lodge in the middle of the costa rican jungle. A lot of pride went into creating this space. Masai and Daan take excellent care of you and the facility and surroundings are spectacular. A very unique experience!
Christopher (10/5): - Such a beautiful location. Staff was friendly and helpful. Beautiful beach area with private walkway.
Lois (10/5): A great jungle stay! - An amazing cabin in the middle of the jungle. All the jungle noises are amazing and you really feel like you’re sleeping amongst it. A lot of wild life around and we saw sloths on the property which was a bonus for us. Direct access to a lovely beach and sea. A perfect stay and would recommend to others.
LUBOV (10/5): - An unique place with local flavor on the coast of Carribean sea with a private beach. Animals, birds, beautiful nature Perfect for family and romantic vacation.
Robbin (10/5): - This was an Amazing combination of indoor and out door living! The sounds and the views of the jungle are captivating. The Beach is a 8 mins walk. I can’t wait to bring my children❤️The staff were helpful and welcoming!
Nancy (10/5): Best place I have ever stayed - Coco Bongo was one of my favorite places I have EVER stayed in! This place was AMAZING! I loved it so much and was so greatfull for such a welcoming staff. This place was litterly like sleeping in the jungle! You could hear all the jungle noises from your room and you could also hear the monkeys in the morning! It is located a bit far away from other things but nothing more than a bike ride away. The staff was extraordinary and went above and beyond my expectations. As a solo female traveler, this place was absolutely safe. Marisol, one of the workers, also checked up on me to make sure I was ok wich was something I had never experienced at any other place I have stayed. She was absolutely Amazing and very attentive. I will never forget this place. It was absolutely extraordinary and i recomend it to anybody visiting the Manzanillo area.
Monika (10/5): - Absolutely amazing if you want to be in close contact with the jungle. Tucans flying over our head and troops of howler monkeys traveling thru the canopy when we were sitting on the patio, plus much more. 5 minutes walk to the beach. The lady keeping the property was super nice. We stayed in the Big Dream House and one of the bedrooms had parts of the side netting missing and some creature got in during the night and rummaged through my clothes - fun for us but coul be scary for some. Hot water was sketchy at most, wifi good for checking emails but forget uploading pics or anything similar. Overall great experience.
Robert (10/5): - It was amazing
katrina (10/5): - Really nice and out the way. Free laundry service is great as the whole area is pretty damp. Be prepared to hear a lot of howler monkeys and toucans!
Verified traveler (8/5): - An authentic jungle experience! Beautiful property! Very friendly and obliging staff and it was handy to be given a cell phone to use.
Verified traveler (10/5): - The Congo Bongo was paradise! Loved our house! We saw monkeys, tree frogs, hummingbirds, birds, butterflies and agouti without even leaving the deck. The hammock was a wonderful place to relax and read. Outside shower was awesome. The walk through the forest to the beach was an adventure and the beach was lovely. The howler monkey wake up call was super cool. We also loved the gracious host, all the funky art, and the focus on repurposing and recycling. I would live here!!! Definitely recommend.
Verified traveler (10/5): - The theme of the place and decoration. The cabanas were really confortable.
Verified traveler (10/5): Great Jungle Experience - We really enjoyed this place and were glad to have stayed. A couple warnings- it can be noisy when it rains. We had heavy rains the first night, and I got a little overwhelmed by the noise in the bedroom. Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper. Second, ALL food must be securely stored in the kitchen cabinets. Even with the latched doors, whatever came to visit still managed to reach thru and grab things. Second time, we had things in tupperware but latch was not secure. It was able to open the door and the tupperware. Just put everything in the fridge. For viewing and experiencing the jungle, there isn't any better.
Bob (10/5): Congo Bongo the ultimate experience You gotta go!! - If you are looking for a different type of stay Congo Bongo is the place!! The owner /designer went to great detail from an artistic view and the resort is totally awesome. I was a bit nervous about the open environment but it was not an issue. I totally recommend this place and will definitely go back. It was by far the nicest place we stayed at in Costa Rica. Beautiful beach is a 5 minute walk.
Karen (10/5): Incredible jungle hideaway - Can’t say enough good things about this place. Possibly my favourite place I’ve stayed in the last decade. Gorgeous private wooden cabin with hammock, sofa table and kitchen on the covered porch and a beautiful private bedroom and bathroom with hot showers. Also outside jungle shower for fun! The whole property is beautifully kept and decorated with colourful art made by the husband and wife team that own the place. Short walk through beautiful jungle to the beach and village. Super quiet apart from the sounds of nature. They have a troop of monkeys and several sloths living around the cabins as well as a host of tropical birds. Would have loved to have stayed longer. The village is peaceful - we had breakfast at cocolobo both days whilst sat watching the ocean. The National Park is walkable distance and has by far the most heavenly beach coves in the whole area (and is free!). Bike rental on site, free to borrow beach equipment.
Verified traveler (4/5): Disappointing accommodation - Good points - wi-fi and fast internet connection and the laundry service. I can think of no others. The Congo Bongo website says all beds are covered with mosquito nets - our 'house' had three bedrooms , only one bed had one. The website also says 'All houses can be locked up' - ours couldn't - only the bedrooms . The kitchen and living area are completely open to the forest. This may sound good but in reality it became very unpleasant after sundown because as soon as you put a light on you're inundated with mosquitos. There were a lot of cockroaches at the property, in the bedroom and each time we open the fridge they would come from underneath and into the fried - we then had to get them out!We had no hot water in the showers at first (one evening and a morning we had to have cold showers) - Daan had it fixed after I reported it but one of the showers worked from a gas cylinder which had run out - couldn't it have been checked before we arrived? The state of electrics worried us - one bedside lamp had a broken switch with bare wires - the electric shower had taped twisted wires above the showerhead. We didn't see much wildlife in the grounds - Agoutis and Spider monkeys. We saw more walking to the village - a 20 minute walk away. Cool & calm Cafe probably the best of a bad bunch of places to eat - the owners brother Omah is a great wildlife guide.. Mostly we walked to El Refugio and got a taxi back - reasonable food but quite expensive.
mike (10/5): Amazing! - Congo Bongo was amazing! Highly recommend this facility!
Greg (10/5): We loved Congo Bongo! - Great service, beautiful location, gorgeous property and houses. Free laundry service. Well appointed kitchen and setup for home cooking and grilling. Free beach gear like surfboards, toys, and more. Great onsite recycling and compost program. Excellent mosquito nets over each bed. So much wildlife to enjoy from bed, porch, or hammock. Easy walk to beach. Close to manzanillo town for food, hikes and snorkeling. Bikes available to rent from property for $10/day. Many bikeable locations for food, beaches, and more. Pricey for our budget but well worth it! Wish we could have stayed longer than two nights!