Manatus
Located on the main canal feeding Tortuguero National Park, a stay at Manatus Hotel begins with an extraordinary sense of peace and solace. Enjoy nature at it’s maximum splendor, without sacrificing comfort. The canal-side pool gives the illusion of becoming one with the wild.
The hotel’s main concern is nature conservation and the preservation of threatened species such as the manatee. Manatus Hotel was awarded the National Geographic Flag for their effort in establishing the Manatee Conservation Foundation for the Tortuguero area. This foundation helps to educate the community about the manatee and how to protect their habitat.
Rooms: 12 fully equipped rooms are surrounded by a wildlife sanctuary and water channels. They feature air conditioning, satellite TV, private terrace with bench, mini bar, two queen sized beds, outdoor private patio with shower, hand painted sinks and Wi-Fi.
Highlites: Nature lovers can partake in a variety of tours which include turtle nesting, canal boats, kayaks, turtle hatching, morning boat and canopy viewing. Close by is Tortuguero National Park, one of the most varied within the park systems featuring 11 ecological habitats, from high land rain forest to low land marsh communities.