Located in Cahuita, El Jardin de Playa Negra is in a national park and on the waterfront. Playa Cocles is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Beach and Cahuita National Park. Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Finca La Isla Botanical Garden - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
Playa Cocles - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
Playa Chiquita - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
Punta Uva Beach - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Hot Rocks - 4 min drive
Restaurante Tamara - 4 min drive
Koki Beach - 4 min drive
Bread and Chocolate - 4 min drive
Café Viejo - 4 min drive
About this property
El Jardin de Playa Negra
An outdoor pool, dry cleaning and express check-in are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance and wedding services are on-site. All homes are individually furnished and offer Select Comfort beds and fans. Other amenities available to guests include fridges, premium bedding and pillow menu. Housekeeping is available on request.
El Jardin de Playa Negra offers 4 accommodations with fans and blackout curtains. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 property charges USD 10 for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Access methods
Host will greet you, key retrieval
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 15 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 10
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Property # 26505798
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Samsung Pay and Cash App
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Frequently asked questions
Does El Jardin de Playa Negra have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at El Jardin de Playa Negra?
As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Jardin de Playa Negra on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$274, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is El Jardin de Playa Negra pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at El Jardin de Playa Negra?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at El Jardin de Playa Negra?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at El Jardin de Playa Negra?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does El Jardin de Playa Negra provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 200 per vehicle applies.
Where is El Jardin de Playa Negra located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Black Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cahuita National Park and Playa Cocles. Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).
El Jardin de Playa Negra Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great property to stay at for the real experience of local life! Weather was great, no electronics, we will boom this place every time we visit Costa Rica! Close by the local shops and food!
Thank you for the experience!! Host was amazing!!
Joshua David
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Joanna
27 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing property and amazing team managing the property. Felt like at home. Rooms are spacious, breakfast is delicious and front desk staff super nice and helpful. WiF was fine and allowed me to work without problems. Strongly recommend.
Joanna
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Emma
10 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
sylvia was so accommodating and provided us with very helpful tips for our stay. before arriving she helped recommend and book multiple excursions and tours for us. and anytime we had questions while we were there she answered on whatsapp or in person very quickly. she’s very kind and el jardin is a lovely quiet and safe little place
Emma
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Judy
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Surrounded by wildlife, clean happy place.
Lovely accommodations. Short walk or tuk tuk ride to town. Like having a full kitchen. Beds were a bit squeaky. Owner was lovely women from Switzerland. She assisted in finding people to get us places. Was a lovely stay. Enjoyed the wildlife that surrounded our house.
Thought it was a cabin hotel in the jungle near the beach. Except it was a slave cabin next to estate. Outside the cabin there is your own space. Kitchen & dining area. Really close to beach. Only real problem is WiFi is unreliable as well as phone data. Host was cool. She what’s app me to find me when lost. Had to attach to a hotel WiFi. Really hard to find since it’s someone’s house in the middle of nowhere rather than a hotel. Host came and got me.
Well I would have to say the the location was great. Right in the jungle and close to the beach and walkable to town. My son and I enjoyed ourselves their. The only thing that was an issue was the comunication and the room we got. Now first i will say that the cabin we got met our needs well. However it was not the cabin we reserved. Somehow on checken their was a miscommunication. We got their early and asked if we could store our luggage. We put our luggage in one of what we thought was an unused cabin while our cabin was being cleaned. We then went out for the day. When we got back we got our luggage out of the cabin and then went to the owner to let him know we were ready to check into the cabin we paid for. He thought we paid for the cabin we were in. When i should him the booking. He said sorry their was already a group in that cabin. I was not going to kick another group out. I asked if the the cabin was the same price and he said yes. I contacted Expedia becauseall my research online should that the cabin i booked was infact more money. And wanted to see if i could get some kinda Cm Conversation and more then just a sorry. Unfortunately the owner was sticking to both cabins being the same price. Even though we liked the Accommodation we got and friendly staff I will not be returning.
Fraser
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Benoit
5 Mar 2025
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bien que jolie avec une belle terrasse extérieure, cette maison manque d’entretien : porte de placard branlante, 2 lits qui grincent au moindre mouvement empêchant de dormir, un robinet de lavabo déscellé, micro-ondes en panne, porte d’entrée difficile à ouvrir, et interrupteurs difficiles à trouver.
Nous avons été aussi un peu déçu de l’accueil froid de la propriétaire, pas franchement à l’écoute et peu prévenante: nous avons certes eu 1h de retard sur l’heure d’arrivée mais personne pour nous accueillir et directives peu claires, l’eau n’était pas potable mais aucune bouteille de dépannage prévue à notre arrivée malgré la présence de jeunes enfants dans notre groupe, 1 rouleau de papier toilette pour 5 personnes et nous avons dû en réclamer (nous en avons eu 1 autre). On a trouvé ça cher payé pour cette expérience mitigée.
Benoit
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rafael
30 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Relax
Increible paz y tranquilidad. Es para desenchufarse,en el pueblo no hay nada.
Rafael
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
karine
7 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Tres joli endroit au milieu de la vegetation. Lit confortable et tout le nécessaire pour cuisiner. A proximité de la plage de Playa Negra. Un leger manque d'isolation entre les 2 logements.
karine
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Domingo
11 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Acogedor, tranquilo y muy bonito!!
La cabaña nos pareció excelente, con una. Urna distribución, cuartos, cocina y baño. El propietario muy amable y servicial. Nos encantó en general la estadía y el lugar muy acogedor y tranquilo
Domingo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Damiano
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Molto accogliente, immerso nella natura dei caraibi, esperienza sicuramente molto positiva.
Damiano
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Philippe
4 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Exzellent
Kleines aber feines Zimmer, rustikal schön gestaltet. Kleine Küche + Sitzplatz direkt im schönen Garten. Privatsphäre ist auch gewährleistet. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen, als wären wir bei Freunden. Würden wieder gehen.
Philippe
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
sandra
13 Feb 2023
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nous avons été très bien accueilli par nos hôtes, qui parlent Français, espagnole, italiens et anglais. Ils nous aussi offert des conseils sur les lieux a visiter, les restaurants les mieux quotté ect...
L'hébergement est très propres a deux minutes de la plage, 10 minutes du puerto viejo...En pleine nature... Nous avons pu observer directement de notre terrasse, des singes, des paresseux et une bonne partie de la faune locale.
Nous avons aussi eu la possibilité de louer des vélos pour 5,00$ par jour.
Nous recommandons cet hébergement !
sandra
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Cristina
5 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Definetely recommend
Above expectations. I definetely recommend staying here. Very kind family and an unforgetable stay.
Beautiful property in the jungle. Kind of like "jungle camping". There was an outdoor shower that we used rather than the indoor one. Fresh towels more often would have been nice. We tried to each use our one towel for as long as we could, but due to the humidity, nothing ever dries. I recommend bringing your own beach towels and anything else you may need. Not much is provided. Regardless, it is a lovely place for the rugged traveller😉