Tree House

A bucket-list item has always been staying in a tree house hotel. The Tree House Lodge was my greatest wish come true! It's just so beyond incredible that it's actually hard to put into words. Staying in the tree house is like entering your own little fairytale. It's unforgettable.

The proximity to the beach is also a major added plus. There are plenty of nice restaurants right in the area, but you feel like you're so enclosed and away from the rest of the world while on the property.
As other reviewers have said, and I don't need to detail them, be mindful of your expectations. This is living in a tree house. It can be hot. There are some bugs. It's a sturdy and safe climb up to the top bedroom, but it's not a grand staircase by any means!

All of the staff we met were very helpful. Unfortunately I cannot recall his name, but the man on duty the morning of our stay stood with me and pointed out all of the monkeys. I would've never spotted them on my own. He also told me about the flowers on the property, as well as the iguanas. He truly took pride in the property.

I didn't get to stay as long as I had liked, but I will absolutely return and bring several friends. There's plenty of room for many to enjoy the amazing experience.

You know how in the Disney movies, the princess wakes up in the morning and steps outside while birds sing to her and help her get dressed? Well, that's what it felt like to me the moment I set eyes on that magical place.

I'll be the first to admit, Imma kinda grimy, punk rock, hip hop hippie; and spending a lot of money on accomodations is not usually my style. But for this place I made an exception and it was worth every penny.

First off, our "tree house" was actually more of a compound, with a spacious and open downstairs living area with a kitchen and outdoor shower (yes I said it!). The upstairs connected via a fantastically designed hanging bridge had a beautiful master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and a charming patio for morning coffee or lovemaking. Adjacent to the living area downstairs is a pavilion housing a hot tub and a covered dining area perfect for mealtimes.

Freshly roasted and ground coffee, filtered water, and fresh towels are discreetly provided whenever needed and the fire-heated hot tub will be filled and prepared at your whim.
A small winding path leads to a beautiful beach amid verdant jungle forest and ridiculously silly crabs scooting sideways at your approach.

As I have previously stated, I felt like a castaway princess in a Robinson Crusoe hideout and the four days I spent at the tree house blurred and before I knew it, it was time to go.
The owner is a lovely Dutch gentleman who took an evening to share a glass of wine with us and talk about how his marvelous creation came about.

Rent a bicycle for eight bucks a day so that you can make your way to the market, stock up on groceries, and then cook a fantastic dinner for your king or queen in flickering candlelight.
I mean, don't get me wrong, you can spend the same amount of money for some booshie, generic resort type place with fancy yet nondescript decor, safely isolated from howler monkeys and the rich jungle air.
But with an option like Tree House Lodge, why would you want to?