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\"Puerto_Viejo\"<\/div>\n
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With gorgeous beaches, a soundtrack of cackling birds and croaking frogs, breathtaking blue waters, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca\u00a0a beach lover\u2019s paradise. This must visit seaside town is situated\u00a0on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. But what makes it one of the must visit place? Definitely, the beaches, more specifically\u00a0the famed Salsa Brava waves<\/a>. Famous surfers from around the globe visit\u00a0Puerto Viejo de Talamanca\u00a0to ride the Salsa Brava waves.<\/div>\n

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Accommodations<\/h3>\n

Hotel Blue Conga<\/h4>\n
\"\"This hotel is a tropical heaven which is situated just between the lively center of Puerto Viejo and Playa Cocles. Interestingly, though the hotel is not on the main street, it’s surprisingly close to everything in Puerto Viejo. And it’s quite and serene.\u00a0They have a nice pool with a great Costa Rican breakfast.\u00a0The rooms are clean, and the beds are comfortable.\u00a0The location is great, being an easy walk or ride into town. To facilitate the convenience and comfort, Blue Conga offers a 24-hour front desk. They have various room options including Double Room Superior, Triple Room Superior, Cuadruple Room Standard, Cuadruple Room Superior, Triple Room Standard, and Double Room Standard.<\/div>\n
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Puerto Viejo (Lim\u00f3n), 70403, <\/span>Costa Rica
\n<\/span>Email: blueconga@hotmail.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Phone: (+506) 2750-06-81<\/span><\/div>\n
Website:\u00a0http:\/\/www.hotelblueconga.com<\/a><\/div>\n

Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel<\/h4>\n
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\"\"If you are looking for posh and ritzy\u00a0beach accommodations, Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel is the perfect place for you. It’s located within the tropical forest of Puerto Viejo, Limon. They have 23 Rooms. Each of these rooms built around the pool surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens. One interesting feature of these rooms is all-white minimalist design. They have categorized the rooms in 4 categories:\u00a0Junior Suites,\u00a0Deluxe Rooms, Superior Rooms and\u00a0Le Cameleon Suite.<\/p>\n

Le Cam\u00e9l\u00e9on
\nEscuela de Cocles, Lim\u00f3n, 70403, Costa Rica
\nReservations Center<\/span>
\n+506-2750-3096
\n+506-2750-3103
\nHotel’s Phone:
\n+506-2750-0501
\nWebsite:\u00a0http:\/\/www.lecameleonhotel.com\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Hotel Banana Azul<\/h4>\n

\"\"Hotel Banana Azul is perfect for an authentic Caribbean vacation. This\u00a0Beachfront Hotel is located\u00a0in Puerto Viejo. They have\u00a014\u00a0beautifully designed guest rooms built using\u00a0local hardwoods. Apart from these 14 rooms they have 4 standalone villas named\u00a0Villas Banana Verde. \u00a0Each of these\u00a0two-story villas come with private plunge pool and full kitchen.\u00a0Casa Las Brisas,\u00a0sister property of\u00a0Hotel Banana Azul, offers 4 rustic designed rooms boasting ocean views.\u00a0If your not up for staying in large chain hotels and looking for a very calm and quiet one this place is for you.<\/p>\n

Hotel Banana Azul
\nApdo Postal 126-7304
\nCorreo Puerto Viejo, Talamanca
\n70401 Costa Rica
\nPhone:\u00a02750-2035 or 2756-8412
\nMore info:\u00a0https:\/\/costaricajourneys.com\/hotel-banana-azul\/<\/a>
\nWebsite:\u00a0https:\/\/www.bananaazul.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Hotel Maritza<\/h4>\n

\"maritza\"If you are looking for a hotel\u00a0located close to Puerto Viejo Beach,\u00a0Hotel Maritza is a perfect choice. Not only that, it’s only a\u00a05 minutes’ walk from the town centre.\u00a0Located right across the Caribbean sea, Hotel Maritza is so soothing.\u00a0\u00a0The cafe next door is awesome and you will find anything you could need or want just within walking distance.\u00a0The rooms are well equipped with air condition, small refrigerator, and cable TV. This hotel offers hot water and\u00a0in-room safe.<\/p>\n

Avenida 73<\/span>\u00a0|\u00a0Calle 213 and 215
\n<\/span>Puerto Viejo de Talamanca,\u00a0<\/span>Costa Rica<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Restaurants<\/h3>\n

Tiare` Cafeteria<\/h4>\n

\"\"Run by a couple,\u00a0Tiare` Cafeteria is one of the most popular restaurants in this area. Perfect for breakfast.\u00a0Everything they make is fresh and tasty.\u00a0The menu has a nice variety of food: crepes, vanilla ice cream, homemade almond cream and bitter chocolate, French toast, omelettes and pancake.<\/p>\n

Tiare` Cafeteria
\n200 metros sur de Salsa Brava, Puerto Viejo<\/span>\u00a0|\u00a0200 Metros sur de Salsa Brava<\/span>,\u00a0Puerto Viejo de Talamanca,\u00a0<\/span>Costa Rica
\n<\/span>Phone: +506 8426 7920
\nhttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TiareCafeteria\/<\/p>\n

Cafe Rico<\/h4>\n
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\"CafeIf you are a fan of Home to some of home-roasted coffee, Cafe Rico is waiting for you with a great surprise! Cafe Rico is one of the very few places where you will find Puerto Viejo’s best home-roasted coffee. It’s an awesome, cozy breakfast spot in Puerto Viejo for tourists looking for good coffee and freshly made juice. Great rustic atmosphere! And best of all, each item served is cooked from fresh ingredients.<\/p>\n

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Cafe Rico
\n217 \/ Ave 69
\nFrente a Cabinas Casa Verde<\/span>,\u00a0Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
\n<\/span>7304,\u00a0<\/span>Costa Rica
\n<\/span>Phone: +506 2750 0510<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

El Refugio Grill<\/h4>\n

\"ElBit tricky to find, El Refugio Grill is hidden away in\u00a0the lush vegetation, just overlooking the breathtaking forest of Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Situalted\u00a0between Punta Uva and Manzanillo, this Argentinian Restaurant offers\u00a0some delicate plates and cocktails prepared by a great Argentinian chef. Are you a big an of\u00a0Argentinian and Chilean wines? Try\u00a0El Refugio Grill.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

El Refugio Grill
\n200 Mts sur del Hotel Suerre, Punta Uva<\/span>,\u00a0Puerto Viejo de Talamanca,\u00a0<\/span>Costa Rica<\/span><\/div>\n
+506 2759 9007<\/div>\n

La Pecora Nera<\/h4>\n

\"La-Pecora-Nera\"La Pecora Nera is one of the very few restaurants in that area that serve delicious authentic Italian cuisine.\u00a0The Italian chef Ilario Giannoni has customized the menu such a way that is not very varied, but everything is delicious. They offer tasty\u00a0Italian seafood and pasta dishes.\u00a0The atmosphere is awesome with beautiful lighting including your own candle. It’s the only Italian restaurant in this area that successfully maintains the Caribbean vibe.<\/p>\n

La Pecora Nera
\n3 km\/2 mi southeast of town at Playa Cocle
\n<\/span>Puerto Viejo de Talamanca<\/span>,\u00a0Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 70403,\u00a0<\/span>Costa Rica<\/span><\/div>\n
Phone: +506 2750 0490<\/div>\n

Nightlife<\/h3>\n

\"downtown\"Hanging out downtown<\/h4>\n

Many Costa Rinans believe there\u2019s no better place to hang out in Puerto Viejo than the downtown area. And there may be no place in Puerto Viejo\u00a0that has the enthusiastic and positive that currently exists downtown. Hang out on the streets downtown can be a great way to make new friends.<\/p>\n

Mango Sunset<\/h4>\n

\"\"Do you love dancing with the music? Want to enjoy Caribbean twerking? Mango Sunset is the place for you. Music and dance are perhaps the best known mood elevators known to the world. Just pop up there on any\u00a0Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday evening to enjoy local musical groups performing Rock, Reggae, Salsa, or Latin Jazz.\u00a0Dancing with music at Mango Sunset makes you feel good because it makes you feel so alive.<\/p>\n

Koki Beach<\/h4>\n

\"koki-beach\"It’s an excellent effort to capture\u00a0the essence of true Costa Rica and its eco friendly nature. They have built this beautiful place using recycled elements. You will feel the eco friendly vibe as soon as you enter the place.\u00a0It’s cozy, well designed and cool as they\u00a0spent much time in the design, art and upkeep of the facility. Service as well as food is excellent.<\/span><\/p>\n

Attractions and Activities:<\/h3>\n

\"\"Punta Uva Beach<\/h4>\n

A fantastic a real natural beach\u00a0for swimming and snorkeling. Snorkeling is one of the most popular activities among the Caribbeans. It’s an extra ordinary experience\u00a0to relax in the clear, warm water.\u00a0Swimming in Punta Uva Beach is a personal exploration of the entire circumference of this pocket paradise.<\/p>\n

The Jaguar Rescue Centre<\/h4>\n

\"\"The Jaguar Rescue Centre is not only an animal rescue centre, it’s a rehabilitation centre that helps mistreated, injured, or orphaned animals to rejoin the wild.\u00a0It’s an amazing shelter\u00a0and a very well run place.\u00a0JRC has been working to provide veterinary medical services, 24\/7 care and shelter to animals that would otherwise be unable to survive in the rainforest or the sea of the Caribbean. They try\u00a0to rescue, heal, and release the wild animals that are brought to the centre for care. Dedicated staff and selfless volunteers work tirelessly to help these animals.<\/p>\n

Caribe Horse Riding Club<\/h4>\n

\"\"Horseback rides in the sea have become a reality and one of the most popular pursuits for vacationers in Costa Rica.\u00a0Caribe Horse Riding Club offers\u00a0quality horseback riding\u00a0on the\u00a0caribbean side of Costa Rica. You can enjoy a fun-filled time of horseback riding away from your resort. Explore your surroundings while riding a horse.<\/p>\n

\"Cahuita-National-Park\"Cahuita National Park:<\/h4>\n

With its 1,097 hectares of jungle area, Cahuita National Park<\/a> is nestled along the sea. You can enjoy watching wild life like howler monkeys, eyelash pit viper snakes, white-nosed coatis, sloths and different species of colorful birds. Several beaches are protected by this national park that allow its visitors to explore amazing underwater lives. With the help of a guide, you can go for snorkeling to the protected coral reef.<\/p>\n