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The Toucan Stay Inn

in front of the Punta Uva pulperia | Punta Uva, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
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Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

If you stay at Toucan Shelter Inn (TSI) and the owner Jon is in residence, you get a free and inclusive cabaret. Jon has an inexhaustible store of anecdotes and stories which will keep you amused. If you decide to break away, both he and Mike the Manager can advise about places to visit and about the local restaurants. TSI... More

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Cookstown, Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

The best B&B I have ever stayed in. This is why I liked it so much: -beautiful and spacious, clean and tastefully decorated apartment style room, - really comfortable bed, -delicious home-cooked breakfast anyway you like it, -well kept tropical garden, (beautiful flowers and plants, and a sloth even lives there!) -the owner and operator Jon and his caretaker Mike... More

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Toronto, Canada
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31 hotel reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

This is a perfect B & B: charming, beautiful, quiet and in a great setting. I have travelled a lot and stayed at some great spots in the world and this is my all-time favourite B & B, #1 on my List. Its about 200 metres from the beach, Playa Punta Uva, which is a gorgeous and safe beach. The... More

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Hutchinson Island
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16 reviews 16 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

We just returned from a wonderful stay at the TOUCAN STAY INN. We found the TSI refreshing. A wonderful experience. Mr. Jon (the owner) is building a beautiful new gazebo out back which will include hammocks and a quiet tranquil place to read, meditate, or sit and watch the beautiful birds, sloths and toucans. We preferred the fact it is... More

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Keswick, ON
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5 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

My husband and I just spent 4 nights at Toucan Stay Inn. We were rented the owner's cabin which we found was very comfortable and quiet. It was a bit more money than I expected to pay, however didn't mind because it was a vast improvement from our other nearby accomodation. Jon's breakfasts were delicious, however I would suggest that... More

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Everglades National Park, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

My girlfriend and I wanted an adventurous vacation on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica and chose the Toucan Stay Inn because of the awesome reviews posted here. Our seven-day stay wasn't what we expected or wanted. First off, I'll preface with yes, most of these reviews are correct in that Jon's property is both safe and pretty. There is... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

There are few instances in one’s life when the phrase “better than chocolate” can be uttered sincerely. If you opt for the Toucan Stay Inn with Jon, you’ll find yourself reciting these word daily! Take my word for it, or rather two words for it: mango pancakes. All subsequent breakfast meals will be truly inadequate. I speak from experience. Culinary... More

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Leesburg, Virginia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

We stayed at the Toucan Stay Inn for 3 nights this past November, and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about it! After we popped a tire en route in the driving rain and dark of night, Jon and Mike took in the exhausted and slightly frustrated pair of us, poured us a glass of wine, and immediately... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

We stayed at The Toucan Stay Inn this December 2012 for two weeks. Jon the owner was most attentative throughout our stay suggesting places and restaurants to visit. He especially recommended an Israeli restaurant acknowledging my connections with Israel which was thoughtful.He enthralled us daily with his knowledge of the area accompanied by interesting stories! We stayed in The Owner's... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

We stayed at Toucan Stay Inn for 3 nights. Frankly we wish we'd booked for longer as the Inn was great and there was loads to do in the area. The Inn is owned by Jon who is helped out by manager Mike. Both are really friendly and helpful guys. We had an idea of some things we wanted to... More

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Also Known As:
The Toucan Stay Inn Costa Rica/Puerto Viejo De Talamanca
Address: in front of the Punta Uva pulperia | Punta Uva, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Limon > Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Ranked #7 of 36 B&Bs / Inns in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

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