Completely off grid - no town, no restaurants or stores, just a handful of inhabitants and the wild jungle and amazing right point breaks.

Relax and take a dip in our refreshing salt water pool.

100% solar powered, hot water on demand, high efficient fans and 5 star meals.

A 2-min walk to Pan Dulce beach and surf with 2 more beautiful beaches a short jungle walk away.

About The Lodge

Encanta La Vida is the only all inclusive beachfront lodge in Matapalo where lush rainforest meets pristine beaches along the coast of the secluded Peninsula de Osa Peninsula”. A 2 min walk down to our beachfront yoga shala right on Pan Dulce Bay and several other beaches and surf breaks just a short jungle walk away. “One of the most biodiverse places on the planet” according to National Geographic where you will find hundreds of bird species, 4 types of monkeys, two types of sloths and 500 yard point breaks… and this is only the beginning of your adventure with us. This is where you leave your cell phone behind and disconnect to reconnect.

Reconnect in the wild…

Completely solar powered our lodge has 10 one of kind bungalows each with their own unique feeling. From our 3 story Treehouse to our Stargazer with roof top viewing platform and the Luna Love Shack there is something for everyone to explore and enjoy. Our restaurant offers locally sourced produce and creative Latin fusion dishes. We also have a wonderful salt water pool to refresh yourself during the day.

Our two story Yoga Shala spa is located on the edge of the ocean where you’ll overlook the tropical blue waters of Pan Dulce Bay. The sounds of the jungle and the waves rolling in is the perfect combination to lose yourself in nature.

This is a place for those looking to unplug from everyday life, dive deep into the rhythms of the natural world, and have an off-the-grid adventure surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.

Experience 5 star cuisine in the middle of the rainforest

Food is a huge part of Encanta La Vida and has always been an important part of the Hennessy’s life. With Katie being a chef and Mike always providing the fish and Brisa taste testing in the kitchen it was not a question this eco lodge had to revolve around good food and another beautiful way to share and connect.

You are going to be amazed at the sustainable organic cuisine our local trained chefs will create for you right in the middle of the jungle. From traditional Gallo Pinto, to Coconut Tico Ceviche or Blackened tuna with a Teriyaki Tamarind sauce, orange sweet potato mash and local roasted vegetables. Our restaurant uses locally sourced produce, our own eggs and fish caught by Captain Mike!

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