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Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Aerial view
On the beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
On the beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Ocean Premium Suite Beachfront

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Playa Cocles, Puerto Viejo, Cahuita, Limón, 70403
  • Playa Cocles
    1 min walk
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo
    1 min walk
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center
    8 min walk
  • Limon (LIO)
    64 min drive

Room options

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Premium Suite

Premium Suite

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Garden Area

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Garden Area

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Ocean Suite with Garden View

Ocean Suite with Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean Premium Suite Beachfront | Living area

Ocean Premium Suite Beachfront

  • 120 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden Area

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden Area

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Garden Area

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Garden Area

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View, Poolside

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View, Poolside

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Suite Beachfront | Living area

Ocean Suite Beachfront

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Romantic Room

Romantic Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Front of property

Umami Hotel - Adults Only

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (392)
The price is CA $182
per night
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Umami Hotel - Adults Only

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Beachside getaway.Within a 5-minute walk of this Cahuita hotel, you'll find Playa Cocles and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo. Punta Uva Beach and Black Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Playa Chiquita - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Black Beach - 10 min drive - 4.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Nena - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salsa Brava - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Amimodo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noa Beach Club - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo

4-star beachfront hotel near Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas and free beach club on site. Bring your whole family to Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo for summer fun including 3 outdoor swimming pools and a playground.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cahuita hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and blackout drapes/curtains. This Cahuita hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Espresso makers and minibars are provided. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 beach bar, 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bike parking
  • Bike repair services
  • Bike shop
  • Bike storage
  • Ecotours
  • Free beach club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • Spa services
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CRC 46000
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: CRC 46000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: CRC 98
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: CRC 49 (from 7 to 12 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: CRC 98
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: CRC 43 (from 7 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per adult: CRC 221.4
  • New Year's Day (1 January) Gala Dinner per child: CRC 110.7 (from 7 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 45000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 22500 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: CRC 46000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CRC 46000

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cameleon Hotel
Cameleon Hotel Puerto Viejo
Cameleon Puerto Viejo
Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel Costa Rica/Cocles
Cameleon Puerto Viejo Hotel Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Cameleon Puerto Viejo Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Hotel Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Hotel
Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Cameleon Puerto Viejo Hotel
Cameleon Puerto Viejo
Hotel Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo
Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Hotel
Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Cahuita
Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Hotel Cahuita

Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 737 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked that the property although near the street felt like in the jungle; saw monkeys and a sloth. On the otger hand, the location also comes with the occasional bugs such as large flies and caterpillar in your room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mileidys

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel
One of the most beautiful hotels I have been staying. Impeccable on the details. Friendly staff. Good location, 10 minutes from the center of Puerto Viejo. Excellent for toddlers. Good amenities. My only suggestion is about the breakfast, it is not so good, but not a problem you have many options near by. In general an unforgettable experience. Definitely I’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved it !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth, San José

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazin
The place is amazing and the staff as well. We come to Costa Rica several times a year and always stary at the Le Cameleon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, Silver Spring

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent the last 4 days of our two week Costa Rica trip at this hotel. We had a large suite on the beachside. We felt it was modern, clean and comfortable. We didn’t even go to the main pool on the other side of the property because the beachside had 2 pools. One of them seemed to need a little TLC and we never saw one person over there. No bar or food service there, just a small pool with some chairs. It never felt too crowded and we always found a good shaded beach bed to spend the day. The staff was also lovely although the first day, it did seem like the bartender was not excited to be there and we were inconveniencing him. But otherwise the staff was great. I only gave 4 stars to the area around the property because I do think they could liven up that one beachside pool and upgrade the beach lounger chairs which seemed old and worn out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paulina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place. A lot of bugs in the room when they clean up the room. Service okay. Foos really good. They are helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great getaway
This is a very special place for me and my family. Many memories we have shared since it was open. The service has improved greatly and rooms are as featured in the website.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

veronica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is definitely top! Staff is incredible, they will go beyond to make you happy. Breakfast was delicious but the same every day, if you stay several nights like we did, gets a bit boring. Facilities are super outdated and old. The cleanliness overall of the place was very bad. I found old hair stuck all over the bathroom. Both pool areas also were super dirty! A little investment in the general hotel should be considered. Wood floors are broken in some areas making it dangerous to walk at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Amenities
The hotel. Location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Roger F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JR

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING is the only word to describe
Our stay here was absolutely amazing. We were there for a family medical emergency and the stay at this resort made it less emergency and more vacation and mostly because of the staff. All of the staff were amazing but Daniel went so far above and beyond he made us feel like we were cousins or something and he didn’t want to disappoint his own family, that’s how good his service was for us. The entire location couldn’t have been more perfect. The beach club and restaurant were absolutely tasty and amazing and one of the next views you can ask for anywhere in the world. I would stay here 1000 times out of a 1000 and then some.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ailyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great as usual
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin Travis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach meets jungle in a beautiful friendly area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Makiva

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The staff was very friendly and extremely courteous. David and Engel were so pleasant and helpful. The staff at the restaurant were also wonderfully. Enjoyed my stay immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nakoya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely boutique hotel and everyone was so friendly and helpful. They gave superb recommendations for restaurants, excursions, transportation, etc. You will love this place and never want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ayesha, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcome to the jungle and purda Vida. This hotel is nestled in the jungle which was so beautiful and has its own beach club. Walking on the resort you might run into a holler monkey, sloth and other local animals that appear friendly towards humans. The staff is so kind and they have many amenities. The room seemed a little outdated but not bad for that area. Out of the properties I saw in the local area I would say that this location is probably the best as many of the hotels/resorts seem due for an update. Transportation around town is easy and convenient to include ATV/scooter rental right next to the resort. The hotel offers many tour packages which seemed over priced. If you go into main town you will usually get a better deal than what the hotel offers. The staff here were so kind and accommodating so I would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hrishikesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Test
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice bedroom and hotel design
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JR

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING is the only word to describe
Our stay here was absolutely amazing. We were there for a family medical emergency and the stay at Le Cameleon made it less emergency and more vacation and mostly because of the staff. All of the staff were amazing but Daniel went so far above and beyond he made us feel like we were cousins or something and he didn’t want to disappoint his own family, that’s how good his service was for us. The entire location couldn’t have been more perfect. The beach club and restaurant were absolutely tasty and amazing and one of the next views you can ask for anywhere in the world. I would stay here 1000 times out of a 1000 and then some.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel, amazing staff!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024