Manzanillo · Costa Rica
Where to Stay in Gandoca, Manzanillo
A small settlement just north of the refuge, with a river and beach. Mostly rural and quiet.
✦ The vibe
Sleepy, rural, very close to nature; crocodiles in the river mouth.
👤 Best for
Birders, wildlife photographers, people wanting total escape.
🏨 Where to stay
A few rustic cabins and guesthouses; budget to mid-range.
🚇 Getting around
No public transport; best by car or taxi from Manzanillo (15 min); air taxi from Golfito possible.
📍 Nearby
Gandoca River, Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge entrance.
Best hotels in Gandoca
6 hotels ranked by how close they are to Gandoca
★★★ 📍 1.7 km
Jungle Dreamz
1.7 km from Gandoca
View intelligence briefing → ★★★ 📍 2.0 km
Caribbean Dream Cottages
2.0 km from Gandoca
View intelligence briefing → ★★★ 📍 2.2 km
Cabinas Manzanillo
2.2 km from Gandoca
View intelligence briefing → ★★★ 📍 2.2 km
Cabinas Bucas
2.2 km from Gandoca
View intelligence briefing → ★★★ 📍 2.4 km
Delphin Guest House
2.4 km from Gandoca
View intelligence briefing → ★★★ 📍 2.4 km
El Panadero
2.4 km from Gandoca
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