Ecolodge Facilities

ARBOL VERDE ECOLODGE

Founders Carlo & Tineka from South Africa bought an abandoned project in 2014 and spent more than 3 years in restoring it into a unique one of a kind Ecolodge. Arbol Verde Ecolodge is family owned and operated, nestled amongst towering trees in a rainforest jungle next to the Pacific Ocean in the heart of Ojochal de Osa in Costa Rica.

The newly renovated “jungalows” - jungle bungalows - are perched upon an environmentally friendly structural design, minimizing the footprint and impact of the natural environment. A sky-walk connects the eco-friendly Jungalows and Casitas, all featuring private balconies with outside lounges and views of the rainforest and tropical gardens.

The eco-design of individual elevated units allows for cool breezes with added luxuries of large screened sliding doors and windows, air-conditioning, in and out door ceiling fans and free Wi-Fi provided in all areas. Guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast on-site while a variety of restaurants and bars are only minutes away.

In our continued commitment in promoting eco-sustainable tourism local manufacturers were employed to make the furniture, artwork and artistic interiors, all our appliances have Energy Star ratings and we make use of LED and Solar Lighting throughout the property. No hazardous septic chemicals or damaging insecticides are used and only natural eco-products are used for laundry and cleaning purposes.

Eco-activities at the lodge include bird & butterfly watching, nature walks and stargazing while an array of sustainable-tourism activities and beaches can be enjoyed in the surroundings including whale watching, horse riding, waterfall hikes, zip-lining, fishing, scuba diving, swimming at natural beaches, visiting national parks, wildlife and turtle sanctuary.

Our eco-friendly accommodations are tastefully decorated with locally handcrafted art and furniture, all feature private covered balcony, outside lounge, private ensuite bathroom with shower and free eco-friendly toiletries, airconditioning, in-and-outdoor ceiling fans, coffeemaker, mini fridge/freezers. In addition our Casitas were equipped with kitchenettes for those families or friends wishing to improve their culinary skills using fresh local organic produce available from the local markets.

Property Highlights:

Quiet and Tranquil – away from town and highway noise at end of cul-de-sac.

Property Elevation 115m (380ft) above sea level.

Elevated Accommodation = Less Humidity, Cool Breezes

Good Access Roads – No 4x4 Required

2km to Town and Restaurants

3km to Highway and Beaches

Eco-Friendly Design

Walking and Hiking Trials

Wildlife & Birdwatching

Walking Distance to River and Town Center

Natural Environment surrounded by jungle 

Bordering Stream - Seasonal

Property Grounds:

Explore our lush and vibrant 1.35 acre gardens bordered by jungle on both sides and a river within walking distance Awaken to chattering sounds of parrots, toucans and a multitude of birds and wildlife, squirrels jump and dance in the trees while our resident Iguanas forage and feed. Visiting Sloth and Howler Monkeys are amongst the few highlights to be seen.

Go for a stroll through our gardens and pick some organic tropical fruits including Mangoes, Pineapples, Bananas, Guayaba, Sour Sop, Mamonchino, Guanabana, Avocados and many other local unusual fruits from Costa Rica. At night a jungle orchestra awaits and you find yourself immersed in sounds of Costa Rican Nature. 

Accommodations:

All 380 sqft “jungalows” offer large sliding doors opening onto your 10m square (33sq.ft) balcony with table, chairs and lounge, a fully equipped open-plan kitchenette, air conditioning, ceiling fans, private bathroom with large shower & toilet, wash basin. Living space includes large hanging closets and built in cupboards. All units have inviting artistic interiors, extra-large windows, private bathrooms, and large glass doors to let the morning sunlight stream in with insect screens to keep the bugs & insects out while remaining cooler up amongst the trees.

Features

Orthopedic Matresses in all units

Plush Cotton Bedding Sheets and Pillows

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Cookware / Dinnerware / Cutlery

Coffee Maker

Electric Toaster

Electric Blender

Fresh Towels Provided

Large Screened Sliding Doors and Windows

Blinds and Curtains

Large Balcony 10m.sq (33sq.ft)

Large Showers

Hot Water

Air Conditioning

Outdoor and Indoor Ceiling Fans

Cooler Box & Beach Umbrella

Amenities:

WiFi Internet in all areas

Laundry Service On-Site

Gas BBQ On-site

Community Lounge Areas

Daily Room Service (Beds & Heads Only)

Housekeeping Service Available

Concierge service - reservations to nearby restaurants, sights,  etc. 

Activities On-Site: 

Bird Watching

Nature Walks

Stargazing

Wildlife Observing

Beach Excursions

Night Walks

Dining Options:

Breakfast Service on Private Balcony.

Easy access to Ojochal awarding winning restaurants & bars.

Fully equipped self-catering kitchens in each Jungalow

Outdoor BBQ facility

Groceries can be purchased at the Jucaloa Supermarket (local store) 5 minutes away.