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El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Wildlife sanctuary in the rainforest

Abundant wildlife roams this Costa Rican rainforest retreat. Guests cool off at the swim-up bar after horseback riding through the countryside. Attentive staff arrange aromatherapy treatments and massages to complete days of tropical exploration.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥28,821
￥32,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

Room options

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View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a balcony.

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Mountain View

A pool with a wooden deck and a view of the surrounding landscape.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Garden view
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 132 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Mountain View

A bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 132 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a ceiling fan.

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 114 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View

A house with a porch, a staircase, and a garden.

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 203 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View

A wooden deck with a pool, a lounge chair, and a view of a lake and greenery.

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 203 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

A white building with a wooden porch, a door, and a small garden with flowers and a tree.

Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Mountain View

A wooden deck with a white table and chairs, overlooking a swimming pool and lush greenery.

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a green armchair, and a view through a large window.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW SUPERIOR GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi

BUNGALOW SUPERIOR WITH PRIVATE POOL

  • Sleeps 9
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Las Horquetas, El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica is in a rural area and near a boardwalk/promenade. Heliconia Island is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Braulio Carrillo National Park and Tirimbina Rainforest Center. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Frogs Heaven. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Las Horquetas travel guide
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41001, Heredia, Las Horquetas, Av. El Lugar

What's nearby

  • La Selva Biological Station
    3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • San Agustin Church
    8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Costa Rica Best Chocolate
    13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Frogs Heaven
    17 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori
    18 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    123 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dining Room
    11 min drive
  • Restaurante Típico La Carreta
    9 min drive
  • Soda Doña Julia
    4 min drive
  • Casona Tica Linda
    13 min drive
  • Restaurante El Bambú
    7 min drive

About this property

El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica

  • Luxury family-friendly resort near Braulio Carrillo National Park
  • Located close to La Selva Biological Station, El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding at this resort. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, reflexology, or a body scrub. The on-site family restaurant, Club House, features a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • Other perks at this resort include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
    • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and a gift shop
  • Room features
  • All 55 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and memory foam beds
    • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
    • 55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services
    • Separate sitting areas, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Club House
  • Club House Wet Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,411 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 238 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica on Aug 25, 2026 start from ￥28,821, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 238 per person applies.

Where is El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica located?

This family-friendly Las Horquetas resort is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Braulio Carrillo National Park and La Selva Biological Station. Frogs Heaven and Tirimbina Rainforest Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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