Costa Rica's hotels:

ALAJUELA, POAS AND BAJOS DEL TORO / CARTAGO, TURRIALBA AND OROSI / WEST OF SAN JOSE / SAN JOSE CENTER

The central valley stretches around San José to Turrialba in the east, and the Poás volcano in the north. This is where you can visit some of the country’s finest museums, including the Gold Museum, the Jade Museum, the National Museum and the Museum of Costa Rican Art. It’s also home to Costa Ricans’ favorite architectural gem: the National Theater.

The National Parks of the Central Valley protect the region’s main volcanoes: Poás, Braulio Carrillo, Irazú and Turrialba. The region also includes such magnificent destinations as Turrialba, Orosi and the Valley of the Saints (Valle de los Santos).
Both cultural and natural, the Central Valley has much to offer visitors and is well worth a stopover for a few nights.

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ALAJUELA, POAS AND BAJOS DEL TORO


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Rosa de America

A small hotel just a stone’s throw from the airport, ideally located for visiting the Poas volcano region. Small, simple and comfortable bungalows, a swimming pool and a tropical garden for relaxing on the shaded terraces. An excellent restaurant completes the picture.

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Xandari

This magnificent hotel impresses with its luxurious rooms and breathtaking views. A path leads you to magnificent waterfalls. All fruit, vegetables and coffee are sourced from the property. The Xandari also offers spa and fitness packages. If you can afford it, it’s a great option before you leave.

Lodging Category $$$$

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Poas Volcano Lodge

Very British welcome for this small hotel 16 km from Volcan Poas.
The views are spectacular. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. Reservations are recommended for meals.
Video room, billiards, pétanque and Internet are available to guests. A pleasant address for observing the flora and fauna, the volcano and the gardens of La Paz, 10 minutes away.

Lodging Category $$$

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El Silencio Lodge

If you want to wake up to the sound of the forest, listen to the silence of nature and experience an incomparable moment of relaxation, the silencio lodge is the perfect place. Meditation, hiking, waterfalls and organic cuisine are all on offer.
Silencio Lodge was the first Relais Château in Costa Rica. A luxurious stopover in the heart of tropical nature.

Lodging Category $$$$

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Buena Vista

Small colonial-style hotel with panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and Irazú volcanoes. With its warm welcome and comfortable atmosphere, you’ll feel right at home. Just 15 km from the airport on the way to the Poás volcano and La Paz gardens, this is a good option in the region.

Lodging Category $$$

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Tacacori Ecolodge

Just 15 minutes from the airport, this small ecolodge is ideally located for visiting the Poas volcano, or the capital with the wonderful advice of Nadine, the owner. On arrival or departure, a stay at Tacacori is a nugget and a first step into the country’s exuberant nature. The bungalows are dotted around a splendid tropical garden, and when you wake up, the birds and other guests will greet you with their cries, songs and chirps.

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CARTAGO, TURRIALBA AND OROSI


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Pacuare Lodge

Pacuare Lodge is a perfect model of ecotourism. If ever there was a place worth to break the piggy bank for, this is it. Access is by river rafting only. An unforgettable experience, a magical place. Price includes transport – 2 nights – Full board – Rafting – Waterfall excursion

Lodging Category $$$$

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Casa Turire

A chic, elegant and luxurious Cuban “plantation house” style building, surrounded by sugar cane, coffee and macadamia plantations. The rooms are superb and spacious. Unquestionably one of the country’s most pleasant establishments, bordering a small lake. Ideal for an event, honeymoon, anniversary…

Lodging Category $$$

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Rios Tropicales

Accessible only by river rafting, the experience is an enchantment even for the uninitiated. Lodged in the middle of the jungle, you’ll have the chance to observe toucans, Montezuma cacique and many other species. A more rustic cousin of the Pacuare Lodge, for nature lovers without breaking the bank.
Price includes transport – full board – 2 rafting trips

Lodging Category $$$

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WEST OF SAN JOSE


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Alta Hotel

On the heights of Santa Ana, this hotel boasts magnificent views over the central valley. An original design and a modern yet monastic spirit inspire relaxation. The restaurant is very popular with Josefinos. Its proximity to the capital’s modern districts is a real asset.

Lodging Category $$$

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SAN JOSE CENTER


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Grano de Oro

On the west side of town, this hotel has 35 superb rooms with spacious bathrooms. An old wooden manor house, beautiful garden, terrace, whirlpool baths, impeccable service. Certainly one of the nicest in town. Excellent choice, especially for its thousand-flavours restaurant.

Lodging Category $$$$

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Aranjuez

A typical Costa Rican house, this hotel is in fact a successful blend of different small houses. Close to the center, the freshly renovated rooms are simple and pleasant. The small gardens offer a sense of tranquility. The excellent breakfast is served on a terrace that opens out onto a harmonious green setting. One of the best value for money in the capital.

Lodging Category $$

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