Peace Lodge

4.5 star property
Mediterranean lodge with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Mountain view
Monarch Villa | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, rainfall showerhead
Artisan Guest Room | View from room
This riverfront retreat balances adventure and relaxation. Guests rejuvenate with Swedish massages, mingle at the daily manager's reception, and cool off in the outdoor pool. Four on-site restaurants satisfy diverse tastes, while free WiFi keeps everyone connected.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is ¥72,694
¥82,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Room options

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Artisan Guest Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Monarch Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 79 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Artisan Guest Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 59 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Vara Blanca, Peace Lodge is in the mountains and on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Poás Volcano National Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Corso Lechería, or check out an event or a game at Tropical Bungee. With kayaking, rafting, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Map
Heredia, Vara Blanca, 20 min from Poas Volcano National Park, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Corso Lechería - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Poás Volcano National Park - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 28 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Braulio Carrillo National Park - 41 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 41 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fresas del Volcán - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Colibries Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freddo Fresas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fresas del Volcan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Mirador Cinchona - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Peace Lodge

Luxury family-friendly lodge by the river
A poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Peace Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours and hiking/biking at this lodge. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body scrub, and a body wrap at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the 4 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Helicopter/airplane tours, a gift shop, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Peace Lodge feature thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Jetted tubs, rainfall showers, and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 15,000 to 20,000 for adults and CRC 10,000 to 15,000 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Big Trout Bar
  • Colibries
  • Restaurante Tortillas
  • Vista Poas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2003
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Fireplace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CRC 15000 to 20000 for adults, and CRC 10000 to 15000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 40000 per vehicle (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
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

Property is also known as

Peace Lodge
Peace Lodge Vara Blanca
Peace Vara Blanca
Peace Lodge Lodge
Peace Lodge Vara Blanca
Peace Lodge Lodge Vara Blanca

Frequently asked questions

Does Peace Lodge have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Peace Lodge?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peace Lodge on Oct 12, 2025 start from ¥72,694, 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 Peace Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peace Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Peace Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Peace Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Does Peace Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 40000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Peace Lodge located?

This family-friendly Vara Blanca lodge is located on the boardwalk/promenade, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Corso Lechería, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Colinas del Poas and Poás Volcano National Park. Hacienda Alsacia and Doka Estate are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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