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1. Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
Vara Blanca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (595 reviews)
"Excelent stay, beautiful and calm environment"
United States
Tatiana
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Poas Volcano Lodge

2. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
3.0 star property
Vara Blanca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (165 reviews)
"I stay here while visiting the La Paz Waterfall Gardens and highly recommend it. The separate chalets were a nice change from standard hotel rooms. Breakfast is included and the Restaurant is excellent and has a view of Volcano Paos."
United States
James
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

3. Peace Lodge

Peace Lodge
4.5 star property
Vara Blanca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (573 reviews)
"Clean rooms the whole property was clean, food was good, front desk and waiter staff was exceptional, kid friendly and everything was easily accessible"
United States
samantha elizabeth
The price is AU$853
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Peace Lodge

4. Chalets Vistas del Poas

Chalets Vistas del Poas
3.0 star property
Vara Blanca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Family run, amazing staff, adorable A frame cabins in the clouds."
United States
Krista
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Chalets Vistas del Poas

5. DondeLALO Hospedaje

DondeLALO Hospedaje
2.0 star property
Vara Blanca
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
DondeLALO Hospedaje

6. Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
3.0 star property
San Juan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (313 reviews)
"Location to volcano is unsurpassed"
United States
scott
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Altura Hotel

7. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel
3.5 star property
San Isidro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Everything about is excellent"
United States
Odalys
The price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Buena Vista Chic Hotel

8. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
Desamparados
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (467 reviews)
"The grounds were beautiful with a park like feel and lovely gardens"
United States
Monica
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Pibi Boreal

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,731 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
United Kingdom
Suresh
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

11. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,766 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great amenities and excellent food and staff"
United States
Salvatore
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,178 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

13. Hotel Monte Campana Heredia

Hotel Monte Campana Heredia
3.0 star property
JesĆŗs
7.4 out of 10, Good, (308 reviews)
"Plenty of things to do for the kids!"
United States
Ricardo
The price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Monte Campana Heredia

14. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
Tambor
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831 reviews)
"Great stay at a unique and quiet location!"
United States
Marc
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Villa San Ignacio

15. Xandari Resort And Spa

Xandari Resort And Spa
4.0 star property
San Isidro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"This property was absolutely beautiful. The staff was always helpful and food was amazing. We also hiked the property to the waterfalls and it was well marked and so worth the hike."
United States
Marie
The price is AU$572
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Xandari Resort And Spa

16. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Mango

17. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,257 reviews)
"Easy airport location, good breakfast and helpful staff"
United States
Jeremy Lee
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

18. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
La Asunción
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

19. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
San Antonio de Belen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
Robert
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Riviera Hotel B&B

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (714 reviews)
"Neat as always, perfect location."
United States
Shelly
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
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Nestled in cloud forests, Vara Blanca offers hiking trails to La Paz Waterfall Gardens where you'll see hummingbirds and butterflies up close. Adventurous travellers can zipline through misty canopies or visit nearby PoƔs Volcano National Park for views of its striking crater lake.

A volcanic crater with a central lake, surrounded by rugged terrain and greenery.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Vara Blanca?
The best area to stay in Vara Blanca is the region immediately surrounding the La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park.

This area is located in the cloud forest, offering stunning natural beauty and a tranquil escape. It's characterised by winding mountain roads, lush vegetation, and incredible views of the surrounding valleys and volcanoes. Accommodation here typically consists of lodges and boutique hotels that blend into the natural landscape.

Couples seeking a romantic and secluded retreat will find this area particularly appealing. The focus here is on relaxation and connecting with nature. Imagine waking up to the sounds of the forest, enjoying breakfast with a view of the waterfalls, and spending your days exploring well-maintained trails within the nature park or simply unwinding by a pool with panoramic vistas.

For families with older children who appreciate nature and soft adventure, staying near the La Paz Waterfall Gardens is also an excellent option. The park itself provides hours of exploration, with five distinct waterfalls, an animal sanctuary featuring monkeys, sloths, and jaguars, and a hummingbird garden.
What are the best hotels in Vara Blanca that travellers recommend?
For highly recommended hotels in Vara Blanca, consider the Peace Lodge and the Poas Volcano Lodge.

The Peace Lodge is a hotel with an exceptional 9.8 rating. Guests consistently praise its beautiful and amazing rooms, excellent and amazing staff, and excellent and exceptional service. The lodge also offers luxurious amenities such as bathrobes, private outdoor hot tubs, and a poolside bar. Its great location is also frequently highlighted by travellers.

Another excellent choice is the Poas Volcano Lodge, which has a 9.4 rating. Travellers often mention the comfortable and clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and good and amazing food. The exceptional and delicious free continental breakfast is a particular highlight. The lodge also features a fireplace and a terrace, and it is conveniently located just 1.9 km from Corso LecherĆ­a.
What are the best family hotels in Vara Blanca?
For families travelling to Vara Blanca, two highly-rated hotels stand out: the Peace Lodge and the Poas Volcano Lodge.

The Peace Lodge is a hotel with an exceptional 9.8 rating. Families will appreciate the presence of sofa beds, a children's pool, and complimentary cribs and rollaway extra beds. The lodge is beautifully situated among mountains, with many rooms offering mountain views. Guests frequently describe the rooms as beautiful and amazing, and the staff and service as excellent and exceptional.

Another excellent option is the Poas Volcano Lodge, which has a 9.4 rating. This lodge offers a playground for children and travel cribs. Guests can also enjoy complimentary breakfast, including a continental option, and free self-parking and WiFi. The lodge is located near Corso LecherĆ­a, approximately 1.9 kilometres away. Guests consistently praise the comfortable and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the good to amazing food, especially the exceptional and delicious breakfast.
What are the best spa hotels in Vara Blanca?
For an exceptional spa experience in Vara Blanca, the Peace Lodge is a superb choice.

This hotel, with an impressive rating of 9.8, offers a full-service spa that guests frequently praise. The spa provides a range of treatments including massage, body scrubs, hot stone massage, body wraps, aromatherapy treatments, deep tissue massage, reflexology, detoxification wraps, Swedish massage, and facial treatments. The Peace Lodge also features couples' treatment rooms for those seeking a shared spa experience. Guests have consistently highlighted the beautiful and amazing rooms, as well as the excellent and exceptional service from the staff.
What hotels in Vara Blanca offer free breakfast?
Poas Volcano Lodge is an excellent option for hotels in Vara Blanca that offer complimentary breakfast.

This lodge, with an impressive 9.4 rating, provides guests with a free continental breakfast. Guests frequently mention the exceptional and delicious breakfast, as well as the comfortable and clean rooms. The staff are also consistently praised for being friendly and helpful, contributing to a very pleasant stay. Poas Volcano Lodge offers free self-parking and complimentary WiFi, and many rooms feature beautiful mountain views.
What are the most romantic hotels in Vara Blanca for couples?
For a romantic stay in Vara Blanca, couples should consider the Peace Lodge or the Poas Volcano Lodge.

The Peace Lodge, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, is an ideal choice for a romantic getaway. Guests consistently describe the rooms as beautiful and amazing, often highlighting the private outdoor hot tubs and balconies with stunning mountain views. The hotel's full-service spa offers couples treatment rooms and a wide range of services including hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, and aromatherapy treatments, great for relaxation together. The staff and service are frequently praised as excellent and exceptional.

Another wonderful option is the Poas Volcano Lodge, rated 9.4. This lodge is known for its comfortable and clean rooms and beautiful location with mountain views. Guests particularly appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the exceptional and delicious complimentary continental breakfast.
What are the best hotels in Vara Blanca near Corso LecherĆ­a?
For a highly-rated hotel in Vara Blanca near Corso LecherĆ­a, the Poas Volcano Lodge is an excellent choice.

This lodge, with an impressive 9.4 rating, is located just 1.9 kilometres from Corso LecherĆ­a. Guests consistently praise the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. The food, particularly the breakfast, is frequently described as amazing and exceptional. The lodge also offers amenities superb for families, including a playground and travel cribs, along with complimentary breakfast and free WiFi, making it a convenient and enjoyable stay.
When is the best time to go to Vara Blanca?
The best time to visit Vara Blanca is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.

During these months, you'll experience consistently sunny days and lower humidity, making it ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the region. This is superb for travellers looking to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and waterfall visits without the interruption of daily rain showers. The weather is generally pleasant, with daytime temperatures averaging around 20-25°C.

While the dry season is popular, the green season (May to November) also offers a great experience. Though there are more afternoon showers, the landscape is incredibly lush and green, and you might find fewer crowds. The mornings are often clear, allowing for activities before the rain typically arrives.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Vara Blanca.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Vara Blanca?
Prices for hotels in Vara Blanca often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$32 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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