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What was once a family home has been turned into an opulent jungle retreat.

Pool area

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Personal touches are everywhere that remind you of the family and give the lodge a cozy ambiance.

The Rooms

There are several types of accommodations available at Hidden Valley.

Some suites are adults-only, and others have family-style dining areas.

View from Fire Tower

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Some have views, while others have private patios.

I stayed in the Fire Tower, reminiscent of the towers used to watch for impending forest fires.

My bed faced the floor-to-ceiling windows that opened up onto a balcony.

Interior restaurant Casita

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Sap is an indoor restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

It features a casual yet delicious menu, with items like fish tacos, burgers, and fresh salads.

Slate provides an elevated experience with a curated and changing menu.

Butterfly Falls

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Hiking trails abound, with even more outside the resort’s boundaries.

If you have a special moment to celebrate, Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge can make it happen.

Chocolate-making and cooking classes are available in Slates outdoor kitchen, complete with authenticfogon.

Back yard

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Family-Friendly Offerings

Several of the on-site hikes are easy, and suitable for all ages and abilities.

The resort also offers a Kids Club with half-day excursions that include jungle ecology lessons and wildlife spotting.

Accessibility and Sustainability

Sustainability is a major focus of Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge.

Fire tower guest suite

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Renting a car to drive to the resort is the easiest option, but it comes with one caveat.

Until recently, only a dirt road through the wilderness led to the Pine Ridge Forest.

Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

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