This eco-resort emphasizes sustainability as much as possible. It uses solar power to heat water and for electricity. It offers several room options, all overlooking the beautiful garden areas. The available activities center around exploring nature and learning about sustainability in agriculture.
This beautiful resorts lets you spend your vacation immersed in the rainforests of Costa Rica near the Carará National Park. Macaw Lodge is a unique eco-resort that lets you engage in fun, exciting activities. The 264 acre grounds include the Macaw Lodge Private Forest Reserve.
Many native plants and wildlife can be found here, including its namesake, the Scarlet Macaw. The lodge is organized with sustainability integrated into its daily functioning, from the sources of energy to building materials. Besides being just a resort, it is also a center for conservation efforts and related research. You can feel more connected to nature than ever in this fully sustainable and environmentally friendly resort. The lodge section is entirely powered by green and sustainable solar energy.
Even as it focuses on preserving the local beauty and environment, the lodge includes all the amenities found at a typical resort. As a guest, you can access the internet, a charging center and a lounge area. The resort even offers a library, so book lovers can sink into a good book during their stay. The bottom floor also includes a dining area. Since the resort is located in a remote area of the forest, it offers a meal plan for guests to feast on meals that center on food grown and harvested on resort grounds.
Meals are held in the dining room, which offers scenic views of the gardens, as well as the insects and birds that populate them. The head chef and her kitchen crew work together to provide homemade tortillas, salsas and other staples. For the grocery items not grown on location, the resort supports the local economy by sourcing eggs and produce from nearby markets. The water is sourced from natural springs and is filtered without using harsh chemicals. They also recycle gray water for use in irrigation.
Staff members include locals who are passionate about creating a unique experience for guests and value the environment. The lodge supports locals by using their work as builders, farmers and more to keep the resort running. They are integral to the resort running smoothly. It also has professional staff members who specialize in science, biology and ecology to help minimize the environmental footprint and bring constant innovation in sustainability. Their approach to sustainability focuses on mindfulness.
Relax and enjoy at Macaw Lodge
All the rooms at the Macaw Lodge are on the second story, giving guests a beautiful view of the lush greenery below. Every lodging option includes private bathrooms, fully outfitted in locally-sourced luxury. The beds are covered by hand-woven bedspreads made by Maya individuals from the Guatemala Atitlan region.
The other linens and towels are made from bamboo fibers. Therapeutic mattresses on every bed ensure that you’ll sleep well during your visit. Even the bathrooms emphasize eco-friendly materials, with a solar water heater and locally mined marble. The lodge offers standard rooms, standard bungalows and a deluxe bungalow option. Whatever you choose, you will have a wonderful view of the green forestry surrounding the resort.
Standard Guest Rooms – These rooms are attached to the main building and overlook the gardens. Each is furnished with a double bed and a private bathroom. The screened windows keep bugs out while still letting in fresh, fragrant air. The rooms also have ceiling fans for extra ventilation.
Standard Bungalow – This option includes both a double bed and a single bed. It features a full bathroom with a shower, and a terrace furnished with rocking chairs where you can soak in the beautiful view while seated comfortably. Ceiling fans provide a refreshing breeze during warm tropical nights.
Deluxe Bungalow – The deluxe bungalow includes two queen beds, a ceiling fan, bathroom, and furnished terrace. It is the only rooming option available that features a full kitchen with a stove and solar powered refrigerator, letting you prepare and store your own food.
