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Poas Volcano Lodge, hotel in Vara Blanca

Located on the edge of a protected cloud forest, Poas Volcano Lodge offers stunning views of Poas Volcano. This boutique hotel features a bar-restaurant, lush gardens and stylish rooms with free...

We liked Poas Volcano lodge. Nicely located closed to poas volcano. The staff were incredibly nice and helpful ans breakfast was delicious.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
370 reviews
Price from£116.56per night
Villa Calas, hotel in Vara Blanca

Featuring mountain views, Villa Calas in Vara Blanca features accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of...

Location is perfect location for getting to airport
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
1,035 reviews
Price from£90.88per night
Peace Lodge, hotel in Vara Blanca

Offering an indoor pool and a restaurant, Peace Lodge is located a 1-hour drive from San Jose in Vara Blanca. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge.

The place is top class. Service is very good.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
312 reviews
Price from£402.97per night
Casa Volcano Panoramic View, hotel in Vara Blanca

Featuring lake views, Casa Volcano Panoramic View provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 20 km from Poas National Park.

Spatious houses, large kitchen and living area. Lots of books. Direct view on the volcano!
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
137 reviews
Price from£109.06per night
Deluxe boutique lodge, hotel in Vara Blanca

Located in Vara Blanca and only 15 km from Poas National Park, Deluxe boutique lodge provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
8 reviews
Price from£146.78per night
Finca Paraiso Mountain Retreat near San Jose Airport, hotel in Vara Blanca

Featuring an indoor pool and a spa that offers massage and yoga, Finca Paraiso Mountain Retreat near San Jose Airport is located in El Roble, Heredia.

Beautiful gardens, amazing breakfast & very kind hosts! Highly recommend
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
275 reviews
Price from£164.84per night
Altura Hotel, hotel in Vara Blanca

Offering a beautiful mountain setting just 2 km from Poás Volcano National Park, Altura Hotel features rooms with views of Costa Rica’s Central Valley.

Stayed in the iglo tent and it was perfect !
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
829 reviews
Price from£113.60per night
El Descanso Restaurante y Hotel, hotel in Vara Blanca

Located in Fraijanes, 6 km from Poas National Park, El Descanso Restaurante y Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

View
6.5
Scored 6.5
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
19 reviews
Price from£56.35per night
Hotel & Spa Escondite de la Montaña, hotel in Vara Blanca

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Hotel & Spa Escondite de la Montaña is a recently renovated chalet set in Sabana Redonda, 12 km from Poas National Park.

Nice farm setting and relatively close to Poas Volcano hiking. Great all-included breakfast as well and friendly staff.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
461 reviews
Price from£103.61per night
Quinta Esencia, hotel in Vara Blanca

Quinta Esencia features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Alajuela City, 13 km from Poas National Park.

Lodge was in a beautiful location with great views and easy to get to. Easy check in process. Place was beautiful. Communication was also excellent and quick.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
286 reviews
Price from£56.30per night
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What guests said about Vara Blanca:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Good roads but narrow as usual thru towns.

    Good roads but narrow as usual thru towns. Different landscape with the farms and greenhouses and coffee plantations in rolling hills. Waterfalls. Loved the drifting clouds coming up the valleys in the evening. Cool evenings and warm days.
    Donna
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We went to La Paz Waterfall gardens and it was an amazing...

    We went to La Paz Waterfall gardens and it was an amazing place. You could easily spend an entire day there. Also the area is known for strawberries. We bought some from a roadside stand and they were delicious.
    Alice
  • 10
    Scored 10

    This was a great stopping place for us and is close to La...

    This was a great stopping place for us and is close to La Paz, Poas Volcano, and Doka Coffee Plantation. We stayed here after visiting La Paz Waterfall Gardens (which is worth the cost to visit), and then just had a short drive to Poas the following morning. We only stayed one night, and didn't get to visit the town, but its location is perfect for a stopover while visiting the nearby sites.
    Jennifer
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The villas were adorable!

    The villas were adorable! We loved our short stay but the wifi would not let us let our families know we had arrived safely. If you plan to leave early to travel more, the check out time is 9 am- not 7am! The staff member who spoke English was very kind and accommodating!
    Carol
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Vara Blanca

  • From £90.88 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,035 reviews
    The room was nice and clean and also big. The bathroom was small but clean. When we arrived there we expected to see Volcan but the weather conditions didn't allow us but we were never disappointed because the hotel has its hiking path and that was perfect. The hotel location is high and you are going to be with clouds which is nice and magical also the temperature will be decreasing to compare other Costa Rica places. That place is very peaceful and quiet. We did breakfast and dinner at the restaurant and it was very nice.
    Aysin
    Turkey
  • From £116.56 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 370 reviews
    Great stop on our way from SJO to Arenal (only an hour from the airport - immediate transition into tranquility). The lodge was stunning with so many lovely sitting rooms and views. We were there with our parents and 1.5 year old son and there was a nice play area on the lower level (many stairs and delicate items for a 1.5 year old so little kids definitely require constant attention if you're up for it!). Breakfast and dinner were delicious. Only 15 minutes from La Paz so we got there early and beat the crowds.
    Michelle
    United States
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    Beautiful grounds to explore, comfy beds, large family room, great breakfast. Hands down the best stay we've had in Costa Rica! We were even greeted by a personalized message inside the room! It is obvious that this hotel goes the extra mile for its guests; we liked it more than our 4-star resorts in Manuel Antonio and Puntarenas. We will definitely be back, and we hope to catch the restaurant open (we stayed during a CR holiday). Very close to La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Poás Volcano.
    DMoore9
    United States
  • From £402.97 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 312 reviews
    Probably top 5 hotels in my personal list. Excellent indoor and balcony jacuzzi, properly heated pool, very private territory and special wooden bracelets and the guest name by the door to emphasise the level👌. The reception guys we very helpful and helped us to purchase Poas Volcano tickets as well as getting some cash. They even got a cake with the candles for the birthday. The waterfalls garden is just no words. Fantastic trail with a shuttle back.
    Oleg
    Ireland
  • From £116.56 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 370 reviews
    This hotel is a heaven on earth. I would definitely recommend it if you are in the area. The rooms are spacious and quite. Breakfast was great but you should also try their dinner menu - everything we tried was delicious. There are many areas in the property where you can enjoy the views and nature. Try their own walking trails on the property!
    Deniz
    Germany
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 137 reviews
    Nice beautiful location near La paz garden. Come with a friendly dog who went on trek with us! My kid said it was his best time in Costa Rica. Easy to drive and park the car in beautiful house. Very friendly host, who communicated on whatsapp on what to do. Eg breakfast tips etc No mosquito due to high altitude!
    Zahid
    United States
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 137 reviews
    Casa Volcano is in a lovely location. It is an nice representation of life in Costa Rica on a working farm. Our host, Tomas, was very warm and helpful in every way. We had all of the amenities that we needed and the location was just right for our needs.
    Barry
    United States
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    The hotel is super family-friendly, you can play minigolf, volleyball, and even badminton. They have farm animals that you can watch and even touch, also they have a nice trail that ends in a river. A really good place to stay for a family vacation
    Danny
    Costa Rica
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    Location (30 min to Poas Volcano by car) Beautiful garden with amazing facilities such as Minigolf, Volleyball and a Colibri Garden) Restaurant inside the hotel Rooms (cleanliness and size) Insane value for money
    Philipp
    Germany
  • From £116.56 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 370 reviews
    Located with a lovely view of Poas Volcano, the room in the main lodge was beautifully appointed and very comfortable. The restaurant staff served the best food of our three week stay in Costa Rica.
    Debra
    United States
  • From £90.88 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,035 reviews
    The hotel is lovely, the property is very nice and food was excellent. The staff if very attentive and welcoming You can park the car next to the bungalow, which is totally equipped and cozy
    Glendy
    Costa Rica
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    The stuff was friendly and the hotel has a lot of entertainments on its territory - badminton, minigolf, pool, etc. The location is also very convenient ot visit the Poas volcano.
    Marianna
    United Kingdom
  • From £402.97 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 312 reviews
    Bathroom is amazing with waterfall hot tubs on balcony, , views is spectacular, hot tub &pools are beautiful. Hiking to waterfalls, zoo were easy on paved path, great for kids.
    Jennifer
    United States
  • From £402.97 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 312 reviews
    The hotel was beautiful with gorgeous surroundings . 4 beautiful waterfalls , loads of long walks and stunning nature. I would have stayed much longer if i had time.
    Fatima
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £116.56 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 370 reviews
    boutique style hotel close to Poas National Park and La Paz Waterfalls; great food and lovely atmosphere; very green and embedded in nature;
    Marion
    United Kingdom
  • From £90.88 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,035 reviews
    This is a small hotel with well designed two-story apartments with good visibility and a nice view from the balcony. Breakfast quite good
    Ronit
    Israel
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    A quirky little hotel with a quaint garden and really friendly helpful staff near the wonderful La Paz Waterfall Gardens.Good value.
    Maria
    Ireland
  • From £402.97 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 312 reviews
    The most amazing location and beautiful hotel rooms. Staff were friendly, food was delicious!
    Hannah
    United Kingdom
  • From £402.97 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 312 reviews
    waterfalls trails hummingbirds and big room
    Rod
    United States
  • From £90.88 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,035 reviews
    The hotel looks very nice
    Raffael
    Israel