Nothing - we loved everything.

We loved everything! Estabano and Yuri were the perfect hosts, nothing was too much trouble. They were extremely knowledgeable on the local plant and animal life - we learnt so much! They took us on a local sugar cane tour, a hike to see a local waterfall, to see the sunset and so many more trips - they really made us feel like part of the family. The food was phenomenal - some of the best food we have ever had!

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Our stay at EYA Ecolodge was very special. The property is located in a rural area accessed via a gravel road (4x4 recommended). We stayed in a comfortable bungalow on Estevan's small Eco farm . We had a comfortable bed, and privately positioned terrace. It was a lovely quiet and peaceful location with a beautiful garden full of colourful birds, including toucans and hummingbirds and many large butterflies. Estevan is very knowledgeable about the area and generously offered his time to show us around, and took us to a lovely fresh waterfall where we could swim We enjoyed fantastic homecooked breakfasts and dinners. Our stay at Eya Ecolodge made a perfect relaxed start to our trip to Costa Rica. The genuine level of welcome and comfort made feel more like we were staying with friends or family. A really authentic stay with no other tourists around.We wished we could have stayed longer and we certainly hope to return.

Stayed in February 2025

The property is beautiful and peaceful. The food is amazing. The owners are super friendly.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing

A wonderful visit, truly inspiring to visit this eco-friendly home and to be welcomed so warmly by the family.

Stayed in February 2025

A few cautions: The gravel road to EYA is OMG steep up and down, over many km. On the way out in the morning our SUV had trouble climbing a few hills, even in low gear. There are no restaraunts in the area. Judy offered to prepare dinner for us. It turned out to be 2/3 the cost of the room. Surprisingly expensive, and she does not accept credit card. The area is in the cloud forest and dew fall overnight made every surface in our room damp. Zip clothes into suitcases to keep them dry.

Watching and listening to the birds in late afternoon, and the next morning on the front porch. Listening to the bird symphony before sunrise from bed. Wonderful dinner and breakfast served by the host, Judy. Meeting her charming daughter Angie. The little cabin is very comfortable. Shower is hot as long as the pressure is low. This stay deserves more than 5 stars.

Stayed in February 2025

Very nice and friendly family, the food and the homemade wine were delicious 😊😊😋😋👍🏻 The location is very quiet, the road and the drive unforgettable 😃 Many birds are around 👍🏻

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Guesthouse EYA was one of our most unique and memorable experiences in Costa Rica. The property is located in a rural community accessible by a gravel road (4x4 highly recommended). Juri and Estevan run a small sustainable farm and offer a cabin with a comfortable bed, private bathroom and terrace. They also offer a variety of tours in the area and on the farm itself. We booked the chocolate tour, which was fascinating and very engaging. Estevan is very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna and is also a great wine/chocolate maker. We also enjoyed fantastic breakfasts, lunches and dinners. We would highly recomm end Eya if your looking for a comfortable bed in the Garden of Eden off the beaten track. Thank you Estavan and Yuri for a wonderful experience!

Stayed in November 2024

Beautiful, very peaceful and relaxing. Had a delicious meal prepared for us. Really lovely family. Thank you.

Stayed in August 2024

Very nice owners, warm welcome, very good dinner and breakfast, thank you for the pleasent time. Big garden with lots of wildlife.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing, highly recommend this place.

This place is outstanding. The owners of the place are very nice and helpful. The food made by owner Yuri is amazing, we highly recommend to just eat all your meals here, we are spoiled for the rest of our trip in Costa Rica. The surroundings are breathtaking, and the tour by owner Estaban is very interesting, he knows a lot about the place, the animals, and all the trees he grew there. It's all very peaceful and a good start of our round-trip in this beautiful country.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing

Enjoyed nature,staff,food.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing not to like.

The whole place amazing. It's a Rural Paradise. Peaceful, lovely people and food amazing. A hidden gem.

Stayed in April 2024

The beautiful farm, river, and birds.

Stayed in March 2024

Very beautiful place with super friendly hosts. It's a nice and peacefull place to relax. You can also do a nice small hike to the river. Everything was great, we wished we stayed longer than only 1 night. Thanks for the great time and hospitality 👍🏻

Stayed in March 2024

Wish I had booked for longer.

The owners are lovely generous people. Esteban knows about birds and took me to some nearby places that were alive with many varieties of small colourful birds such as tanagers. The large garden has been lovingly planted with a variety of trees which are labelled, and is visited by toucans and beautiful butterflies. At the bottom of the garden is a fast flowing mountain river. Food was copious, healthy and presented in an artistic way similar to a Michelin starred restaurant . Unexpected! My bedroom was a small, independent building away from the main house, with a shaded terrace from which I could photo hummingbirds and butterflies. I saw no other tourist during my 4 days here.

Stayed in March 2024

The matras was good, but the size a little bit to small for large People.

It was like paradise! The food was like a **** star restaurant, biological, regional produced and daily fresh products. The garden with 65 vareaties of fruittrees (500) was like heaven for bird watching. Swimming in the river magical refreshing. The owners Esteban, Yudi and the little Abi were super friendly and very sympathic.

Stayed in February 2024

Zero

Everything: views, welcoming staff (owners), peace & quiet, quality of the food, you name it!

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing it was great

What a setting. Well away from everything in a beautiful garden with a rushing river at the bottom, in your private garden room surrounded by lush mountains

Stayed in December 2023

quiet, clean, nature, wonderful hospitality, excellent food

Stayed in March 2023

The bed was a bit small for 2 Dutchies :)

Esteban and Yuri made us feel very welcome. Their 5-year old daughter is adorable as well. This place shows you the real Costa Rica, no other tourists around. The tranquillity, garden, trail to the river deck, surroundings, terrace, tastefull breakfast and dinner (the empanadas Yuri made are fantastic) and not to forget the birding is amazing. So many different species. The hibiscus wine they produce is also nice to try.

Stayed in February 2023

A real 10*, Yuri and Esteban are wonderful friendly hosts, the river deck is fantastic, breakfasts and dinners were all special, real fine dining :) ! The garden, the birds, the tranquility, the atmosphere just makes you relax perfectly! To all wonderful places the road is hard, but all was worth it! (4wd is advisable 😉)

Stayed in February 2023

No complaints

Our stay was unforgettable.The lodge consists of two bungalows and an eating area. These buildings are built with local wood and are very pleasant. The only reason I do not give the highest rating is that the cabins are of a rural nature which may not appeal to some guests. They are situated in a huge garden with exotic trees. The owner, who is an excellent ornithologist took us round the grounds (paid tour) and explained the trees. On a bird tour of around 3 Kilometers along the river he showed us around. 30 different birds which we would not have detected alone. He and his wife were very attentive and helpful. We could choose what we wanted to eat, and were able to try various CostRican foods. The approach to the grounds require a 4x4 vehicle but is not difficult to drive.

Stayed in January 2023

Nothing

The hospitality and getting an unique insight in rural life in Costa Rica

Stayed in January 2023

The place is quite detached from bigger cities, you will have to drive for around 1 hour on the gravel road.

Esteban with his wife are great hosts. We really enjoyed our stay with them. The room and views are very nice. We loved the food. We also went for a trip to local coffee farm owned by Esteban's friend, where we learned about how the coffee is produced in a natural and traditional way. At the end, also the road to this place was ok, we could easily make it with our FWD sedan.

Stayed in November 2022