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La Tica Y La Gata

Caribbean Coast / Tortuguero · Costa Rica

Entrada Caribean Fitness 800 Metros SurView location

9.6/10Excellent72 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.6/109.6
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About La Tica Y La Gata

Enjoy recreational opportunities such as an outdoor pool and bicycle rentals. This hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. The front desk has limited hours. Free self-parking is available onsite. Relax in one of the 10 air-conditioned guest rooms featuring refrigerators and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Bathrooms offer showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include portable fans, and housekeeping is provided daily. Located in Cahuita, La Tica y la Gata is within a 5-minute drive of Talamanca Family Art and Playa Cocles. This hotel is 4. 5 miles (7. 2 km) from Punta Uva Beach and 1.

1 miles (1. 8 km) from Black Beach.

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Located in Cahuita, La Tica y la Gata is within a 5-minute drive of Talamanca Family Art and Playa Cocles. This hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Punta Uva Beach and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Black Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:30 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Up to 7 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
    • Mobile payment options include: PayPal
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Talamanca Family Art 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Black Beach 2 km / 1.2 mi
Playa Cocles 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Finca La Isla Botanical Garden 3.3 km / 2 mi
Playa Chiquita 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Punta Uva Beach 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Bri Bri Waterfalls 10 km / 6.2 mi
Two Waterfalls 11.5 km / 7.1 mi
Grand Beach 12.9 km / 8 mi
Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge 14 km / 8.7 mi
Puerto Vargas Station 14.4 km / 8.9 mi
Playa Cahuita 18 km / 11.2 mi
Blanca Beach 18 km / 11.2 mi
Negra Beach 18.7 km / 11.6 mi
Cacao Trails 20.5 km / 12.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Picnic
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • VILLA TWO BEDSVILLA • TWO BEDSVIL.2B

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    La Tica Y La Gata

    VILLA TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: VIL.2B

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedDBL.H6-QN

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    La Tica Y La Gata

    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

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    La Tica Y La Gata

    DOUBLE BASIC

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    BASIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.Z1

    Limited room details from hotel

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about La Tica Y La Gata

9.6
Excellent
72 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Jason
Although I live in Heredia, this is my home away from home. Hands down 5 stars across the board ⭐️👏🙌☝🇨🇷
Business Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
03 May 2026
Alisson
Falta de informacion a lo que ofrecen.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Jennifer
We were looking for a relaxing end to our three weeks of very active vacationing, and La Tica y La Gata provided just that. While we were only able to book the shared bathroom rooms on hotels.com, the staff were able to upgrade us to a private room for a very small additional charge. This is a beautiful oasis right off the beaten path from busy downtown Puerto Viejo, but although it’s only a 6 minute drive from the town proper, you feel like you’re nestled in the jungle.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Abu
It’s a nice little heaven where you can unwind all your stress. It’s like a mini jungle where we were staying in a nice little two bedroom house. It’s like living in a judge with all modern facilities. Listening to Birds chirping, monkeys howling from nearby forests was becoming my morning chores. It has a nice little swimming pool open 24/7. Loved it. Host was very friendly and helpful. She even entertained my daughter with a snake(not as scary as it sounds). Walking from the Main Street (Puerto Viejo) felt a bit tiresome but if you have a car, it’s a smooth ride. I will happily recommend this place.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
CARLOS
Great place to stay, clean and spacious room, friendly and helpful staff, 10 minutes walk to the action zone in town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
Nora
Great place to stay! Close enough to the center without being right in the middle of the madness.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Maricela
everything in great condition
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
Julie
Absolutely stunning grounds. The room was exactly as advertised beautiful with great amenities. The swimming pool was fabulous. And, the host so kind and caring very helpful, great communication.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
04 Jan 2026
Marco Aurelio
extremely loud live music next door up until 4 am in the morning
no laws or police whatsoever

noisy neighbors with Karaoke loud music since 5 am in the morning singing awful songs with awful voice and crazy screaming
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Ramona
Clean rooms, nice grounds, well kept
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Edwin
I found a great spot to hang out in Puerto Viejo, and it's super close to all the action. The staff there was fantastic, always friendly and helpful, making the stay even better. Everything was spotless and well-maintained, which is always a huge plus in my book. Plus, the pool was the perfect place to chill out and unwind after a day of exploring.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2025
Anthony
This was our first time in Puerto Viejo, and we picked this place because the ratings were so awesome. And it's no surprise why! The hotel is super chill and eco-friendly, but still has all the stuff you need for a really comfortable stay.

The staff, and even the owner, are just incredibly friendly and welcoming—none of that stuffy, fake-smile vibe you get at other places. The hotel is totally off the beaten path, which we loved. It's close enough to all the restaurants and shops (like our new favorite, Cafe Rico), but far enough away that it was quiet at night. We really appreciated being less than a mile from the noisy part of town so we could just relax.

The saltwater pool and the board games in the reception area were a major plus, too. We've officially found our go-to spot in Puerto Viejo. Can't wait to come back and see you all again soon!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2025
Mary
Beautiful and spacious. The kitchen allowed us to store and prepare food. Staff helpful with securing transportation to different sites. Nice pool area. Highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2025
NIKHIL
Very functional and new rooms / property. We loved our stay here, the kitchenette was very well stocked.

Stella and the team looked after us so well. Will definitely return. :)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2025
Stephen
A piece of paradise in puerto viejo. Highly recommended.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
Matthew

Lovely place, beautiful pool, recommended

Overall a lovely place to stay. The accommodation was lovely, clean and comfortable. The pool was perfect to relax by. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful also with recommendations of where to eat it town. The only slight negatives are there was no safe in the room and the long (about 1km) dirt road to get there, but even with a tiny 2wd car going very slow it was fine. It’s about a 20 minute walk into the main town. Overall I would definitely stay here again though
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Kathy

A pleasant stay!!

A great place to stay. Nice little kitchenette and comfortable front porch! A nice pool with a great covered space to hang out at! Close to town and beaches.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Dwayne
What a nice surprise, after a bad stay the night before. I got much needed rest and sleep as it was quiet and comfortable. Clean, with a pool and kitchen. Pleasant owner and staff too. I would return.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Rebekah
This is such a wonderful \"gem\" of a property. I loved staying here. Every detail of the design is simple, elegant and comfortable. The room was sparkling clean with a well organized and appointed little kitchenette. I could hear the birds and howler monkeys in the jungle behind with easy access to the beach, restaurants and facilities of Puerto Viejo. Thank you to all the great staff. Wonderful.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2025
Krista
The property is absolutely gorgeous! The staff and friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean and spacious. Highly recommend!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Nigel

Would recommend

Lovely clean friendly spot. Stayed here six nights
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Dec 2024
Verified traveler

Late November 3 night stay

We had a great stay at La Tica y La Gata! We booked a single room which had a queen size bed and Stella kindly put an extra single bed in the room as we were 2 friends travelling together. The room was really clean and the kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed. The veranda was great for sitting out and felt really private with the palms in front, there was even a hummingbird who came to feed on the flowers. The accommodation is down a long track which is fine for walking in the daytime but can be a little intimidating when it's dark as it's not very well lit in parts so we missed the entrance to the accommodation a couple of times. It's easy to catch a tuktuk from the town though and we're glad we caught one from the bus stop initially - we'd recommend doing this if travelling via public bus. The beds were made and the room cleaned and fresh towels provided every day. The pool area was lovely and the staff were really friendly. The Interbus picked us up directly outside and we were really sad to leave, we would definitely stay longer next time!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Jay
Un lugar muy seguro, céntrico y privado. La dueña es súper simpática y a la orden. Gracias de verdad por todo y nos veremos pronto si Dios quiere
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2024
Jill

Relaxing place!

We were really relaxed here! Was so private on our patio! Owner was so kind and informative
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
Sebastian
Lovely place, friendly and helpful staff. Would most definitely stay here again.

Rooms were immaculate, the kitchen/dinette area is well stocked with utensils, dishes, and appliances, and the outdoor living room area is comfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2024
Terrance
Beautiful property. Clean rooms and pool. Would recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2024
Pavel
It's a cute, clean, comfortable, and peaceful place to stay at. It has a nice pool. Our unit had a well equipped kitchen. The only negative I felt was a relatively long bumpy dirt road that takes you to the property.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2024
Carol

Relaxing at end of tour

Really nice welcoming stay. Well equipped rooms for self catering. Fortunately we had a car as it is quite a walk to restaurants and town down a dark lane. Very relaxing stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Feb 2024
Lynn

Down a long and winding road to an oasis!

Down a long winding road on the outskirts of town, you escape to a quiet oasis. The double and single duplex units are perfect for self catering holidays. It is better if you have your own transport, otherwise take a Tuktuk or taxi. The pool and lounge area is a tree lined relaxation spot. The kitchens are either outdoors on the patio or indoors in the spacious units. Bring your own shampoo but bar soap and dish soap are provided. Well equipped with cookware, an air fryer, toaster, kettle, coffee maker and hot plate. Lovely owner and staff. Hot showers but need kettle to boil water for dishes.
Partner
2/10
Poor
29 Mar 2021
Athena

Loud Party Spot Run By Absent Host

Don't do it. The pictures look as though you're staying in a serene location, away from the hustle and bustle of the main road but what you get in nothing but a headache. There were 5 adults in a double occupancy room next to mine partying all day and night, blasting music as early as 8am in the morning to well after midnight. When I messaged the host Christina to complain about the noise she took over an hour to respond. All other hotels in the area had sold out so there was no other place I could go.

After I complained to Hotels.com an hour later I noticed the water in my room was shut off. When I message to complain, I was told the city shut off the water but that they fixed it.

What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned out to be a stressful nightmare. The walls are paper thin so you hear EVERYTHING. It felt like I was staying in a hostel next to a nightclub the noise was so loud. The host also refused to issue a partial refund for the serious inconveniences. You're much better off staying elsewhere.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2021
Verified traveler
Great facilities and management. The only downside in my opinion is the long unpaved road that takes you there.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Very friendly owners. Nice swimming pool. Close to downtown.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2019
Verified traveler
Property is tucked back, private, safe, and owned by a very sweet family. We had everything we needed and more. Great little place. Highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
Jan Vig
Great
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2026
RENE
El lugar es muy bonito y las áreas verdes son muy lindas. La cocina está equipada (se agradecería que tuvieran microondas). La piscina es agradable.
Que no tenga el baño dentro de la habitación (las que tienen dos habitaciones), es algo que incomoda un poco. Está muy céntrico.
El personal excelente.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2026
Jack
Ruim opgezet appartementencomplex net buiten het centrum van Puerto Viejo. Zeer grote kamer met keukenblok en alle benodigdheden, zelfs een airfryer…(!) Niet al te breed bed met fijne kussens. Veel aflegmogelijkheden. Snelle wifi en perfect werkende airco.
Grote badkamer met fijne regendouche. Aan de voorzijde een buitenterras met fijne zitbanken. Ook is er een buitenzwembad aanwezig met ligstoelen. Mooie aanleg tuin. Leuk dorpje met gezellige restaurants. Enige nadeel; de (enige) weg er naar toe is een onverharde weg vol kuilen en bobbels over 800 meter.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Jan 2026
Manaia
O hotel estava numa rua sem asfalto e sem iluminaçao, distante a pe do centro, o quarto é amplo e bem quipado, entretanto a cama é muito mole e teve queda de energia 2 noites, das 3 noites q ficamos la.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Evandro
Equipe muito atenciosa, o quarto está muito limpo e bem organizado com tudo o que é necessário. Um ambiente muito agradável.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Gustavo
muy lindas instalaciones
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
12 Nov 2025
Katrin
Unser Zimmer war direkt neben der Wohnung des Vermieters. Wir haben uns auch eine Terrasse geteilt. Schöner wäre es sicher weiter auf dem Grundstück gewesen.
Sonst war alles etwas alt,aber ordentlich.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Noemy
Place was very confortable, spacious, very private. Staff very helpful and friendly. Loved it.
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Louise

Lugar perfeito

Lugar maravilhoso! Muito limpo, organizado, espaçoso, cercado de verde. O atendimento foi excelente! Voltaríamos com certeza!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Maggan
Personal and welcoming host. The room was clean and functional. Perfect for us!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Adriana
Las habitaciones y el baño estuvieron excelente
Solo tuvimos un inconveniente con la comida, en la mañana llegaron los congos y se llevaron todo

El lugar se encuentra 1 km de la carretera principal y el estado de la calle no es apto para carros bajos
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2024
Tanja
Es war ein rundum toller Aufenthalt bei Stella, die Besitzerin von y tica y la gata.

Abseits der Hauptstraße war es ruhiger als im Zentrum. Uns hat der Spaziergang zum Essen gehen super gefallen weil wir immerwieder neue Dinge entdecken konnten.

Die Unterkunft ist modern eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Die Betten waren sehr bequem und wir hatten eine tolle entspannte Zeit hier und würden jederzeit wieder kommen.

Ein großes Dankeschön an Stella, die stets super freundlich, geduldig und hilfsbereit war. Wir empfehlen die Unterkunft wärmstens weiter!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Christian

Super saubere Unterkunft

Super gepflegtes Hotel mit neuer Infrastruktur! Top Gastgeberin! Liebten es!!! Die Betten waren sehr gut und auch die Sauberkeit war perfekt
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2024
Heiner
Excelente
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2024
Mariel
Todo perfecto! Muy amables y seguro
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2023
Harvey

A Beautiful Facility!

Everything was wonderful at La Tica y La Gato! The facility is beautiful and the staff and owner were very friendly and helpful. Cleaning service was excellent.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Apr 2023
Lorena
Zu Fuss ist es doch ein Stück. Nachbaren waren gut zu hören.
Zusätzliches Zimmer für Gepäck erhalten. Schöne Unterkunft mit überwachtem Parkplatz
Leisure Partner

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Entrada Caribean Fitness 800 Metros Sur, Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

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