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Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo

4.0 star property
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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Horseback riding
Cocktail bar, beach views, open daily
On the beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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
  • Noa Beach Club
    1 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, (398)
The price is NZ$459
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Umami Hotel - Adults Only

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

When you stay at Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo in Cahuita, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Playa Cocles and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo. .This beach hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Punta Uva Beach and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Black Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 1 min walk
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 8 min walk
  • Punta Uva Beach - 4 min drive
  • Playa Chiquita - 5 min drive
  • Black Beach - 10 min drive

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

Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near Playa Cocles
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.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 58 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Gigi Beach, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the beach bar or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge at scheduled times, and free self parking is available onsite.
Gigi Beach - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Gigi Beach - This cocktail bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 1:30 PM
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Local 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 a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Gigi Beach
  • Gigi Beach

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - on the beach
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Beach towels
  • Couples dining
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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. 433 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 742 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

10/10 Excellent

juan carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Guisela Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Le Cameleon is a nice hotel. It does need major updates, especially in the pool area. The staff is very nice and helpful. I would only go with white bedding, towels etc if they are going to remain white. The restaurant is very nice and so is the staff, the staff is wonderful actually. If you pay for the breakfast ahead you go to the buffet which is very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY, Miami beach

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro, Elmhurst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect with our stay. This is a beautiful property and I appreciated having Gigi beach Restaurant right across from the hotel. We had to make ourselves go and try other food because we would eat and drink there everyday. Also, the private beach entrance is beautiful. The hotel has security all day at the entrance of the property so we felt safe coming home late.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle, Chesterfield

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility needs some work. Room had flying gnats. Staff was minimal at check in and choir, which made service EXTREMELY slow!! Not sure I would return to this facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen, San Mateo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet environment, natural wildlife and vegetation all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianka

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The beach and restaurant area across the street is one of the nicest we have been to, anywhere in the world. The hotel itself nestled in the jungle is so memorable and nice. The staff at check in showed us a Sloth chilling in a tree nearby, very nice touch as my wife was very happy. We will try to make this place a romantic get-a-way every year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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