Elevated 2-story cabina at Ojo del Mar eco-resort offers serene beach and rainforest views in Costa Rica’s wild Osa Peninsula. Sleeps up to 4 with lush tropical gardens.
Overview
Ojo del Mar ("eye of the sea") is a charming, eco-friendly retreat designed for nature enthusiasts. This intimate getaway is nestled between pristine beaches and lush tropical rainforest, offering a relaxed atmosphere with an elemental style.
The Space
The BEACH HOUSE at Ojo del Mar is a spacious, elevated two-story cabina set privately within beautiful tropical gardens. It features:
- Upstairs: one king-size bed
- Downstairs: choice of one king-size bed or two single beds
- Two couch areas and a sitting space
- Private bathroom
All beds are orthopedic and equipped with mosquito netting. The cabina includes cotton sheets, ample pillows, towels, biodegradable soaps, candles, and fresh flowers. Additionally, there is a mosaic-floored outdoor garden shower and sink.
Dining
A delicious breakfast is included with your stay. Dinner can be enjoyed at the on-site restaurant located in the “Casa Grande.”
Facilities
Ojo del Mar’s main building, the Casa Grande, serves as a restaurant and library. It features:
- Spacious rooms with hardwood floors
- Thatched bamboo roof construction
- Solar-powered energy
- Hand-built using no power tools
The resort emphasizes environmental and social responsibility in its design and operations.
Relaxation and Activities
Guests can unwind in various spots such as:
- Beach hammocks
- Ocean-tree platform
- Yoga Lounge
Location
Situated in the Osa Peninsula, known as the "Last Great Peninsula" by National Geographic, the area remains largely untouched by modern development. The region boasts incredible biodiversity, including:
- Over 350 bird species
- 115 reptile species
- 750 tree species
- 10,000 insect species
Nearby is the vast 100,000-acre Corcovado National Park. Guests often wake to the sounds of howler monkeys, macaws, and a symphony of birds and insects, accompanied by the ocean’s rhythm.
Wellness and Ecotourism
Ojo del Mar offers yoga, wellness programs, whole foods, and ecotourism experiences as part of its retreat center in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula.
Guest Access and Amenities
- Casa Grande restaurant and library
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swimming pool
- Beach access
- Yoga and spa facilities
Additional Information
As an eco-resort, Ojo del Mar operates entirely off the grid. Therefore, the following are not available:
- Air conditioning
- Telephones
- Televisions
Guests may charge small devices such as camera batteries, smartphones, Kindles, and tablets. However, laptops cannot be charged due to limited solar power capacity.
Reviews
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4.9 · 56 reviews
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Recent Reviews
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Mark
3 months ago
My group had a terrific 3 night stay at Nico’s place and loved the peaceful surroundings as well as the complimentary breakfast & coffee. A fantastic option for exploring the Matapalo area, would come right back.
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Jessica
5 months ago
We had an incredible stay at Ojo Del Mar, a little jungle paradise right on the ocean. The beach cabin is private and allows you to sleep with the sounds of the jungle and waves all around you. The staff is wonderful and the dinners made by Nico were delicious and healthy.
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Fernanda
1 year ago
Absolutely incredible! I can’t recommend this place enough. Water front accommodation with the perfect mix of comfort and wilderness. The outdoor shower with hot water and lush green forest were the highlight, but the best of the best is the food. Five-star like delicious dishes. Nicolas and Mauro were amazing hosts and made our time at Ojo del Mar amazing!
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Monica
1 year ago
L'ecolodge è una struttura magica immersa nella vegetazione e nella fauna di Matapalo. C'è una struttura centrale, dove viene servita la colazione ed anche adibita a ristorante, molto bella e accogliente. C'è una piscina con delle sdraio, delle amache fronte spiaggia. La camera in cui siamo stati si trova al piano superiore di una struttura molto bella, tutta in legno ed aperta. Al piano inferiore, ci sono altri due letti. Il bagno si trova all'aperto, con doccia all'aperto e prodotti profumatissimi. La struttura si trova in prossimità delle spiagge di Matapalo, da Playa Dulce a Backwash. Nei dintorni, c'è anche un bar ristorante. Siamo stati accolti da personale molto gentile e disponibile, con cui è stato un piacere fare delle chiacchiere. Atmosfera magica!
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Denise
2 years ago
We really loved our stay at the beach house of Ojo del Mar! The property is surrounded by a luscious jungly garden that provides lots of privacy. Right at our arrival we saw a family of spider monkeys and lapas playing in the trees and later some agoutis and a coatimundi walking around the beach house - what a magical place! We slept very well with the sound of the ocean and enjoyed the delicious breakfast the next morning. Thank you for having us!
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Silvia
2 years ago
Ci siamo trovate molto bene a Ojo de Mar, un'oasi di natura e benessere, grazie anche alla presenza di Nicolas e della sua splendida assistente in cucina! La strada che porta a Cabo Matapalo non è in buone condizioni, tuttavia con un 4x4 e con tempo a disposizione si arriva senza grandi problemi. Ci piacerebbe tornare e dedicare più tempo alla Penisola d'Osa, un vero paradiso sulla terra.
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Joshua
2 years ago
We loved staying at Nico's place! The actual property is beautiful, with lots of animals right outside our lodge. It was also really clean and had a surprising amount of amenities (a small pool and central house with books, games, etc.). The food was great - highly recommend you purchase the dinner in addition to getting the free breakfast. I recommend to anyone visiting Osa who wants a few days of peace and relaxation.
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Courtney
2 years ago
This is an amazing place and will forever be a special place in our hearts! The location is steps from the beach with an ocean view to wake up to. You can bird watch from the upper sofa! The food is also really delicious. Highly recommend and do not pass up on this spot!
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William
2 years ago
Amazing place. Loved every moment. Team was awesome.
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Christopher
2 years ago
We had a lovely stay at Nicos’ wildly creative, quiet and beautiful place. It was just what we needed after some days in a busy surf town. Food and drinks were remarkably tasty. Wilderness all around. A lovely spot for a secluded getaway.
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