Local attractions
Located in the province of Limón, on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a beach lover's paradise. Here amidst the exotic flora and fauna, lies a vibrant seaside town with gorgeous, isolated beaches, crystal-clear water, and some of the most amazing surfing opportunities. This lovely town lies 34 miles south-east of Limón and 10.2 miles south of Cahuita. With its relaxed atmosphere and its own unique blend of Latino, Afro-Caribbean and Bribri indigenous cultures, Puerto Viejo is a lovely place to have a unique and relaxing vacation. Puerto Viejo has a wide variety of small international and local bars and restaurants. With its gold sandy beaches, tropical vibe and many interesting attractions nearby, such as the Cahuita National Park, Talamanca Indian Reserve and Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge, visiting Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a great opportunity to experience the charms of Costa Rica.
Property description
Le Caméléon Boutique Hotel, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is located in the Southern Caribbean of Costa Rica, Puerto Viejo, Limon; just 15 minutes from the town center and 30 minutes from Manzanillo Beach and Cahuita, exotic destinations that offer all types of activities: long walks on the beaches, flora and fauna in a wildlife refuge, practice snorkeling, diving, world class surfing, mountain biking, kayaking and cultural visits to indigenous communities.Le Caméléon stands out as a unique site in the Caribbean, with an elegant ambience, combining contemporary decor with rustic elements and intriguing lighting, creating a relaxed atmosphere, designed especially for the luxury traveler; our minimalist rooms, change color every day, adding a sophisticated warmth and sense of fun.We also have Le Caméléon Beach Club, which is located in Cocles Beach, just across the street from the lobby, where you can enjoy different activities such as yoga classes, spa treatments, live music, bar and restaurant, among others.The hotel features Le Numu, our international restaurant where you will enjoy a variety of dishes with delicious textures and flavors; you can also enjoy some local dishes of the area, not forgetting our specials such as Happy Hours, Caribbean Nights, live music and more.
Green sustainability
With all the natural and cultural treasures around us –the wild tropical rainforest, the sparkling Caribbean Sea, the endless golden beaches, the savory traditional cuisine-, in Puerto Viejo it’s impossible to ignore the relevance of sustainability.At Le Caméléon we have taken measures to ensure that our impact on the local ecosystem and community doesn’t compromise the ability for future generations to enjoy the wonders we take pleasure in today. Our outreach programs at Le Caméléon include Beach Clean-up campaigns, Bandera Azul Committee, eco-shops to improve local awareness and monthly donations to Amigos de los Parques Nacionales (a local non-profit organization focused on the area’s national parks).
Details / Other expenses
Check-in: | 14h00 PM |
Check-out: | 12h00 am |
Year of last renovation: | 2014 |
Floors: | 2 |
Rooms: | 23 |
Corridors: | Both interior and exterior hallways |
Non-smoking rooms: | 23 |
Rooms with disabled access: | 4 |
Suites: | 1 |
Room windows: | Windows do open |
Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
Meeting rooms: | 1 |
Meeting space: | 150 sq. feet |
Event space: | Holds 100 people |
Lounge/Bar hours: | 10 am -10pm |
Pool Info: Outdoor Pool & Jacuzzi10 am-20PMSize: 15x5 |
Ownership: | BAHIA VENTANA SA |
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Cancellations must be sent in writing to the reservation department. The Hotel will send a confirmation of the cancellation is to be effective. |
Typical group deposit: | 50% |
Total taxes: | 13.00% |
Food and Beverage Tax: | 13.00% |
Amenities / Features
Airport & shuttle information
Puerto Viejo is approximately 250 km from San José's Juan Santamaría International Airport. If you have decided to drive over on a rental car or taxi, the trip should take about four hours, or roughly five hours if you travel on public transportation. Here's a list of your options with the approximate schedules and prices. Please be aware that Le Caméléon has no control over these prices or schedules since they are set by completely independent companies.GPS Grid Reference: 9.643877, -82.728123
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Breakfast information
Pet friendly?
Sorry but pets are not allowed.
Hotel Le Cameleon