"We had an absolutely magical trip to Costa Rica with the Boena hotel chain. We purchased the Ultimate Experience package to stay at three properties in three VERY unique corners of the country. They arranged everything from start to finish - which is important when travelling such great distances and several of their properties are accessible by only boat or 4x4!! Each hotel, (Paquare, Tortuga, Lapa Rios) is a special gem, with ambiance, food, and experiences special to each locale. We were able to explore so many different ecosystems and cultures in Costa Rica during a 7 day spring break, impossible to do if I tried to book it on my own. I can't recommend it highly enough!!!"

"What a special place on the Pacuare River! Not only are you able to raft in and out of this resort on one of the most scenic rivers in the world, but the accommodations are incomparable. From the personal welcome signs in our suites to the gourmet dining and nature activities-everything was truly unique and in harmony with the setting. We will never forget the sounds of the river and rainforest creatures right outside our plush suites-it was truly a dream experience!"

"We stayed for 3 nights in a garden lodge. The lodge was clean spacious and private. The 3 meals a day were excellent and they catered for my coeliacs disease (gluten free) without any fuss, so I enjoyed the dining experience. I was nervous about rafting in, but the guides made it an enjoyably wet experience. The swimming pool was a great size for swimming with river views, I enjoyed the guided walks and all the staff were excellent, including the spa. I had not heard of Boena lodges before and I would definatley seek out there other locations if returning to Costa Rica, as there Monteverde lodge we stayed in was also excellent. After almost a month in Costa Rica this was one of the best experiences."

"This is an unforgettable experience for all the right reasons. We stayed in the Linda vista suite with its plunge pool, day bed, outdoor shower & bath and river view. There’s no glass to the windows so we were serenaded blissfully to sleep by the mesmerising cicadae and rush of the river. Arrival and departure is by white water rafting under expert tuition; a truly unique experience. This was a great place for adventure but at a gentle pace with no sign of adrenaline junkies. Zip lines, canyoning, guided bird watching, lagoon swimming and indigenous people education are all available under the expert guidance of the staff who deliver all with a smile and pura vida to genuinely ensure our trip was unforgettable. The all inclusive dining is excellent with a mix of traditional dishes, simple but well constructed meat and fish dishes and ‘comfort’ food. We cannot speak highly enough of the beauty of Pacuare Lodge, made perfect by the eagerness of the guides, concierge and restaurant staff to ensure we had every opportunity to maximise our enjoyment and unwind from the turbulence of our world. We cannot thank Roberto and Flavia enough for this glimpse of paradise."