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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...

Beautiful rooms, wonderful view, common areas were especially lovely with spaces for reading, birdwatching, playing games, and a beautiful small restaurant area.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
375 reviews
Price from$121.84per 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.

Phenomenal beauty. Privacy and high touch with an ecological rustic feel. Service was friendly and responsive. Excellent for kids.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
311 reviews
Price from$443.39per night
Villa Calas, hotel in Vara Blanca

Offering mountain views, Villa Calas in Vara Blanca has accommodations, a garden, a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of charge.

The view, the staff’s treatment and the food in the restaurant
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,023 reviews
Price from$100per night
Casa Volcano Panoramic View, hotel in Vara Blanca

Featuring a garden, Casa Volcano Panoramic View offers accommodations in Vara Blanca. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

The owners were exceptional!
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
139 reviews
Price from$120per night
Deluxe boutique lodge, hotel in Vara Blanca

Deluxe boutique lodge offers accommodations in Vara Blanca, 9.2 miles from Poas National Park and 3.8 miles from La Paz Waterfall Gardens.

The Deluxe Boutique Lodge was perfect in so many ways. We booked this location to be close to Poas National Park and La Paz Waterfall Garden. It was 20 minutes to one and 10 to the other. Walter met us at the property even though due to weather and construction we were about an hour late. He also became our lifesaver that day. Again, due to weather, a family member was delayed arriving into San Jose. Walter volunteered to drive down to San Jose and pick her up. The property is located on the main road into the small village of Vara Blanca, walking distance to restaurants and shops. The Lodge is super clean and very nicely decorated. The beds were very comfortable, the WIFI very good and the huge TV was a welcome diversion during the stormy weather. We do not hesitate to recommend this property
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
9 reviews
Price from$161.50per 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 location, very comfortable & hosts were very kind.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
275 reviews
Price from$150.40per night
Altura Hotel, hotel in Vara Blanca

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

This place is like Alice in wonderland. We stayed in one of the "tents" but they were amazing domes with a window wall and soaking tub. Breakfast was terrific too.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
833 reviews
Price from$125per night
Hotel Chalets Los Volcanes, hotel in Vara Blanca

Located in Alajuela, 7.8 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Chalets Los Volcanes provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Absolutely amazing place to stay! The host invited me over for his bday and it was super fun and really cool to do that! Amazing time and beautiful cabins!
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
101 reviews
Price from$47per night
El Descanso Restaurante y Hotel, hotel in Vara Blanca

Located in Fraijanes, 3.7 miles from Poas National Park, El Descanso Restaurante y Hotel provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

Nice view from the balcony.
6.4
Scored 6.4
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
21 reviews
Price from$62per night
Hotel & Spa Escondite de la Montaña, hotel in Vara Blanca

Hotel & Spa Escondite de la Montaña is a recently renovated chalet in Sabana Redonda where guests can make the most of its garden and bar.

The staff was incredible, the whole place is like a dream and the breakfast was very complete.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
465 reviews
Price from$114per 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 of America
  • 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 of America
  • 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 of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Vara Blanca

  • From $144.92 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 375 reviews
    Very pleasant highland area stay base with short distances with private car to Poas volcano and La Paz waterfall area. The staff was very pleasant and helpful, some king of personal touch brought to mind old-style country villas in Eastern or Southern Africa - very easy to feel home. Very good birding opportunities on the hotel ground, around the hotel and on the trails. We were sad to leave the place after two nights - it would have been so nice to stay longer.
    Jukka Harjula
    Finland
  • From $144.92 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 375 reviews
    We came to the lodge right from the airport (less than hour drive). The hotel is very nicely decorated with a homey feeling. The lounge is really nice and even has a small fireplace (it can get cold at night). The guy at reception was very nice and helpful and helped us with the national park reservation. There is also a beautiful trail in the hotel’s area - it is very recommended.
    Erez
    Israel
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 632 reviews
    Lovely location, with trails around the property. Independent family run hotel. For warmer days there were outdoor facilities (BBQ grill, swimming pool, games). Onsite restaurant was open for dinner and again for breakfast. There was also a fridge in reception with water/soft drinks/milk/snacks for purchase.
    Felicity
    United States of America
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 139 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 of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 632 reviews
    The solitude was amazing. The hummingbirds were enchanting. The staff was amazingly helpful, helping me find a cab and the Waterfall Gardens down the road. The gardens here are very well maintained, someone loves their gardens!
    Feller
    United States of America
  • From $113 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,023 reviews
    Great stop off location with beautiful scenery. Room was fantastic with good facilities and balcony to watch the sunset. Staff very friendly and good restaurant at the hotel to have evening meal and breakfast in the morning.
    Matthew
    United Kingdom
  • From $611.42 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 311 reviews
    This hotel is amazingly situated with a fantastic view over the forest. The waterfalls are very nice and there is a small zoo as well which is pretty cool -.especially for the kids. The bathtub on the balcony is great.
    Joachimallerup
    Denmark
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 632 reviews
    it is so beautiful. hummingbirds everywhere, a trail with waterfalls on the property, mini golf (a tough course, too!) and a romantic cabin with no internet access. very close to La Paz waterfall gardens.
    Erika
    United States of America
  • From $611.42 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 311 reviews
    I feel very torn about this place. The hotel itself was amazing. The room beautiful, views were stunning and staff really friendly. If I was writing a review on the hotel only, i would be raving about it
    Anneliese
    United Kingdom
  • From $144.92 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 375 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 of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 632 reviews
    Very nice lodge and perfectly located if you want to explore the Poas region. Great breakfast, cute rooms with spectacular view and beautiful garden. Really enjoyed the hotel owned hiking path!
    Tobias
    Austria
  • From $113 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,023 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
  • From $611.42 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 311 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 $113 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,023 reviews
    Wonderful hotel with nice gardens that had plenty of animals to enjoy. Nice breakfast and we enjoyed some nice dinner at the restaurant too.
    Heather
    United States of America
  • From $144.92 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 375 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 $113 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,023 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
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 139 reviews
    The breakfast is more amazing and made on site. Our girls love seeing all the wild animals and listening to the Waterfall nearby.
    A
    Anonymous
    United States of America
  • From $113 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,023 reviews
    The locations is great to visit Volcán Poas, and the hotel is a dream! great place to slowdown, relax and enjoy good food.
    Maria
    Spain
  • From $611.42 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 311 reviews
    The location in the waterfall park and the room. The staff was very nice and very kind.
    Guy
    Israel
  • From $611.42 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 311 reviews
    Everything! This hotel is pure heaven
    Nitzan
    Israel