Cedrela Eco Lodge
Cedrela is a family run cloud forest lodge on a coffee and avocado farm that grows most of its own kitchen vegetables and keeps a species inventory of its private forest reserve.
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Environmental evidence and weighted assessment
3.0/5 Accommodation Eco Score · Evidence coverage 100% · Evidenced performance 48.8%
Green flags
- Nature, biodiversity and regeneration, level 3/4.
The lodge keeps a private forest reserve with an inventory of all plant and tree species, and replants gardens with native and endemic species.
Source · 2026-10-29 - Waste and plastic, level 3/4.
Purchases arrive in boxes to avoid single-use plastic, cooking goods are bought in bulk, waste is separated, and all waste is quantified and recorded to set reduction goals.
Source · 2026-10-29 - Food, farming and sourcing, level 3/4.
The lodge grows most of its kitchen spices and vegetables in its own garden, grows Costa Rican crops organically, and names local suppliers such as Santa Cecilia Organic Integrated Farm, Pacheco cheese and Pedregoso de Copey trout.
Source · 2026-10-29
| Pillar | Weight | Level and what it means | Contribution | Evidence, quote and source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nature, biodiversity and regeneration | 30% | 3/4 · Several evidenced systems, such as protected habitat on site, native restoration and a wildlife programme, with no synthetic pesticides on the land | 22.5 / 30 points | The lodge keeps a private forest reserve with an inventory of all plant and tree species, and replants gardens with native and endemic species. Source · 2026-10-29 |
| Energy and climate | 15% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 15 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read · Page read |
| Water | 10% | 2/4 · One specific system, such as rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, or taps and showers at or under 8.5 litres a minute | 5 / 10 points | Water comes from two springs in the lodge's own forest reserve, with periodic leak checks on pipes. Source · 2026-10-29 |
| Waste and plastic | 10% | 3/4 · Composting plus recycling plus no single use plastic in rooms and food service | 7.5 / 10 points | Purchases arrive in boxes to avoid single-use plastic, cooking goods are bought in bulk, waste is separated, and all waste is quantified and recorded to set reduction goals. Source · 2026-10-29 |
| Food, farming and sourcing | 15% | 3/4 · Own farm or organic land supplies a large share, with named local suppliers and seasonal menus; consolidated local supply rather than daily imports | 11.25 / 15 points | The lodge grows most of its kitchen spices and vegetables in its own garden, grows Costa Rican crops organically, and names local suppliers such as Santa Cecilia Organic Integrated Farm, Pacheco cheese and Pedregoso de Copey trout. Source · 2026-10-29 |
| Buildings, heritage reuse and land use | 15% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 15 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read · Page read |
| Measurement, transparency and certification | 5% | 2/4 · Specific practices, systems and named suppliers published | 2.5 / 5 points | The sustainability page publishes specific practices and names local suppliers such as Santa Cecilia Organic Integrated Farm, Pacheco gourmet cheese and trout from Pedregoso de Copey. “Pacheco gourmet cheese is a family recipe made in Río Blanco de Copey. The trout on our menu are produced in Pedregoso de Copey.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
Throne Standard for stays 2.2. Accommodation Eco Score weights: Nature, biodiversity and regeneration 30%, Energy and climate 15%, Water 10%, Waste and plastic 10%, Food, farming and sourcing 15%, Buildings, heritage reuse and land use 15%, Measurement, transparency and certification 5%. Each pillar earns its weight times its level divided by four. The score is 1 plus 4 times the evidenced performance, shown to one decimal, so 0% is 1.0 and 100% is 5.0. A pillar the stay does not disclose, after we read its own pages, counts as 0 and is shown as Not disclosed, with every page we read linked, because silence is an answer too. Every finding quotes its source word for word. Below 85% coverage, below 70% performance, or with less than half the weight at level 2 or above, the score is held under the next whole number (3.4 or 2.4). A 5.0 band needs 90% coverage and performance, level 4 evidence on half the weight and the key pillar at level 3 or above. Green flags are pillars at level 3 or 4. Every level can be earned from public, dated evidence; no score requires a visit. Evidence must be rechecked within two years. Guest travel is not scored; everyone gets there how they can.
Purity, what touches your body
2.4/5 Purity Score · Evidence coverage 100% · Evidenced performance 40.8%
Green flags
- Water you drink and bathe in, level 3/4.
The sustainability page says the lodge water comes from two springs in its own private forest reserve. Treatment is not described.
“The water we use comes from two springs located in the Lodge’s private forest reserve.”
Source · 2026-11-03
| Pillar | Weight | Level and what it means | Contribution | Evidence, quote and source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water you drink and bathe in | 25% | 3/4 · The stay's own natural source (spring, river, well or rain) for drinking and bathing, treated without chlorine | 18.75 / 25 points | The sustainability page says the lodge water comes from two springs in its own private forest reserve. Treatment is not described. “The water we use comes from two springs located in the Lodge’s private forest reserve.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Food on your plate | 20% | 2/4 · Named organic or own garden produce in some meals, and plant based meals available | 10 / 20 points | The lodge grows spices and vegetables in its own garden, produced organically, and buys from a named organic farm. A plant based menu is not described. “we harvest most of the spices and vegetables necessary for the hotel kitchen” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Grounds and pest control | 15% | 1/4 · Claim only | 3.75 / 15 points | The page says green label chemicals are used responsibly on the plantations and that production is still in transition to organic, so there is no no spray policy. “We endeavor to use green label chemicals in a responsible manner and with due care.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Cleaning, laundry and fragrance | 15% | 1/4 · Claim only, such as eco friendly products | 3.75 / 15 points | Cleaning products are described as biodegradable from a national brand, with no ecolabel or ingredient detail. “Our cleaning products are biodegradable from the national brand Florex.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Linen, towels and mattresses | 10% | 0/4 · Not disclosed on the stay's own pages | 0 / 10 points | Not disclosed on the stay's own pages, checked 2026-11-03. Page read · 2026-11-03 · Page read · Page read · Page read |
| Air and quiet | 10% | 1/4 · Claim only | 2.5 / 10 points | The cabins page makes a claim about fresh mountain air, with no smoke free or ventilation policy stated. “The peace and quiet as well as the high-quality, fresh air found at around 1,900 meters above sea level ensure our guests get a good night’s rest.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Pool and bathing water | 5% | Not applicable here | Excluded |
Throne Standard for stays 2.2. Purity Score weights: Water you drink and bathe in 25%, Food on your plate 20%, Grounds and pest control 15%, Cleaning, laundry and fragrance 15%, Linen, towels and mattresses 10%, Air and quiet 10%, Pool and bathing water 5%. Each pillar earns its weight times its level divided by four. The score is 1 plus 4 times the evidenced performance, shown to one decimal, so 0% is 1.0 and 100% is 5.0. A pillar the stay does not disclose, after we read its own pages, counts as 0 and is shown as Not disclosed, with every page we read linked, because silence is an answer too. Every finding quotes its source word for word. Below 85% coverage, below 70% performance, or with less than half the weight at level 2 or above, the score is held under the next whole number (3.4 or 2.4). A 5.0 band needs 90% coverage and performance, level 4 evidence on half the weight and the key pillar at level 3 or above. Green flags are pillars at level 3 or 4. Every level can be earned from public, dated evidence; no score requires a visit. Evidence must be rechecked within two years.
People, ownership, work and community
3.2/5 People Score · Evidence coverage 100% · Evidenced performance 55%
Green flags
- Community benefit, level 3/4.
The lodge offers staff training through the INA, hosts community activities for 35 neighbouring families and buys from named local producers.
“The hotel facilities are always available as a central platform for the 35 families that live in the Quebrada Grande neighborhood.”
Source · 2026-11-03
| Pillar | Weight | Level and what it means | Contribution | Evidence, quote and source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership and control | 30% | 2/4 · A named owner, with the share held locally or by the family stated | 15 / 30 points | The about page says the lodge is a family run hotel of a family from nearby Santa María who turned their own farm into the project. The family surname is not published. “Cedrela EcoLodge is a family run hotel. We are from Santa María, the nearest town to Copey.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Local work and fair pay | 25% | 2/4 · A stated share of staff from the island or nearby communities | 12.5 / 25 points | The sustainability page says all employees are residents of the Los Santos region and that training is arranged through the INA. “100% of our employees at the lodge are residents of Los Santos Region.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Community benefit | 20% | 3/4 · Several programmes plus named local suppliers and makers | 15 / 20 points | The lodge offers staff training through the INA, hosts community activities for 35 neighbouring families and buys from named local producers. “The hotel facilities are always available as a central platform for the 35 families that live in the Quebrada Grande neighborhood.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Access to beach and land | 15% | 2/4 · Public access to the beach, river or land kept open | 7.5 / 15 points | The lodge opens its facilities to the neighbouring community for security and disaster planning meetings. “The hotel facilities are always available as a central platform for the 35 families that live in the Quebrada Grande neighborhood.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
| Culture and heritage | 10% | 2/4 · Local food, crafts or language presented with named makers | 5 / 10 points | The lodge presents a local family cheese recipe made in Río Blanco de Copey on its menu. “Pacheco gourmet cheese is a family recipe made in Río Blanco de Copey.” Source · 2026-11-03 |
Throne Standard for stays 2.2. People Score weights: Ownership and control 30%, Local work and fair pay 25%, Community benefit 20%, Access to beach and land 15%, Culture and heritage 10%. Each pillar earns its weight times its level divided by four. The score is 1 plus 4 times the evidenced performance, shown to one decimal, so 0% is 1.0 and 100% is 5.0. A pillar the stay does not disclose, after we read its own pages, counts as 0 and is shown as Not disclosed, with every page we read linked, because silence is an answer too. Every finding quotes its source word for word. Below 85% coverage, below 70% performance, or with less than half the weight at level 2 or above, the score is held under the next whole number (3.4 or 2.4). A 5.0 band needs 90% coverage and performance, level 4 evidence on half the weight and the key pillar at level 3 or above. Green flags are pillars at level 3 or 4. Every level can be earned from public, dated evidence; no score requires a visit. Evidence must be rechecked within two years.
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