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1. Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
Vara Blanca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (572 reviews)
"Beautiful location, lovely breakfast and accommodating hots. We had a wonderful two night stay and would recommend this Lodge."
United States
Daniel
The price is ļæ„14,722
ļæ„16,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Poas Volcano Lodge
Standard Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View | WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

2. DondeLALO Hospedaje

DondeLALO Hospedaje
2.0 star property
Vara Blanca
The price is ļæ„9,023
ļæ„10,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
DondeLALO Hospedaje
Front of property

3. 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 ļæ„15,361
ļæ„17,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Chalets Vistas del Poas
Front of property - evening/night

4. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
3.0 star property
Vara Blanca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Very kind, friendly and professional staff Food was excellent and lodging comfortable"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ļæ„18,218
ļæ„20,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
Mountain view

5. Peace Lodge

Peace Lodge
4.5 star property
Vara Blanca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (554 reviews)
"The MOST amazing hotel I have ever been to! Beautiful view ! Great staff! Food is delicious too! LOVE all the animals ~ definitely will come back !"
United States
Jie
The price is ļæ„66,760
ļæ„75,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Peace Lodge
TV

6. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (709 reviews)
"The place is always clean, ready for use and peaceful atmosphere"
United States
Dianna
The price is ļæ„1,647
ļæ„3,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Terrace/patio

7. Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (249 reviews)
"A clean, cozy place with friendly people and a delicious breakfast."
United States
Haidy
The price is ļæ„5,144
ļæ„5,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Gardens House, Airport Juan SantamarĆ­a, Alajuela, San Jose
Garden

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
AgonĆ­a
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (585 reviews)
"Great loacation! 15-20 min walk to City Mall. Amazing place and ambience very clean, great staff."
United States
Benazir
The price is ļæ„4,887
ļæ„6,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
Merced
7.6 out of 10, Good, (237 reviews)
"Lots of stores close but the downtown area and nice scenery is about 10 min walk"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is ļæ„5,099
ļæ„5,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

10. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
Tambor
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (805 reviews)
"Very friendly and nice place to stay"
United States
Jose
The price is ļæ„10,124
ļæ„11,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Villa San Ignacio
Interior

11. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"The place is very nice and clean,the staff is very courteous and prompt for the airport ride "
United States
Jean G
The price is ļæ„4,922
ļæ„8,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamarƭa, Alajuela, San JosƩ
Restaurant

12. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,484 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Mexico
Jorge Isai
The price is ļæ„13,791
ļæ„15,584 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Hotel Mango
Front of property

13. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (593 reviews)
"Love the place and the staff."
United States
Georvis Rodriguez
The price is ļæ„8,429
ļæ„9,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Terrace/patio

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (3,413 reviews)
"Welcoming staff, clean, breakfast, reasonable price, convenient to airport."
United States
Anne
The price is ļæ„14,550
ļæ„16,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Premium Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, Pool View | City view from property

15. Loma Tranquila

Loma Tranquila
3.0 star property
San Isidro
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (165 reviews)
"Everything was good"
United States
Hugo E
The price is ļæ„8,042
ļæ„9,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Loma Tranquila
Bar (on property)

16. Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (527 reviews)
"Wonderful quaint hotel with great staff"
United States
Theresa
The price is ļæ„7,773
ļæ„8,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Studio | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
3.0 star property
San Juan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (298 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, very peaceful with a good local breakfast. A 10 minute drive to PoƔs Volcano."
United States
Javier
The price is ļæ„17,708
ļæ„20,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Altura Hotel
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

18. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
3.0 star property
Ulloa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, nice people, nice breakfast"
United States
Donna
The price is ļæ„10,861
ļæ„12,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Waterslide

19. Hotel Santo TomƔs

Hotel Santo TomƔs
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Location, beautiful place"
United States
Robert
The price is ļæ„10,572
ļæ„11,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hotel Santo TomƔs
Lobby sitting area

20. Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
Cacique
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (875 reviews)
"They were Absolutely Wonderful,They went above and beyond to help us and the hotel is beautiful,I was Extremely Impressed with this place and the staff,It very clean and safe as well"
United States
Vicente
The price is ļæ„10,618
ļæ„11,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Berlor Airport Inn
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Stay near popular Vara Blanca attractions

Barva Volcano

9.6/10 (14 reviews)
Explore Barva Volcano's misty cloud forests and serene crater lakes within Braulio Carrillo National Park. Early morning hikes offer the best wildlife encounters and magical views of Costa Rica's Central Valley.
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Learn more about Vara Blanca

Nestled in cloud forests, Vara Blanca offers hiking trails to La Paz Waterfall Gardens where you'll see hummingbirds and butterflies up close. Adventurous travelers can zipline through misty canopies or visit nearby PoƔs Volcano National Park for views of its striking crater lake.

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A waterfall in a lush, green forest.

Top Vara Blanca Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente atenciĆ³n, limpieza, la comida, la ubicaciĆ³n!!! Me encantĆ³!"
Yamilka 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

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Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
The price is ļæ„4,738 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
ļæ„4,738
ļæ„5,354 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Vara Blanca?
Peace Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. This lodge offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Poas Volcano Lodge is another good choice for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Vara Blanca.
What are some of the best vacation rentals that Vara Blanca has to offer?
Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views: Visitors like this Vara Blanca vacation home rental. It is located in the city center and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 8 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a terrace, a garden, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. See all vacation rentals in Vara Blanca.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Vara Blanca, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Vara Blanca.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Vara Blanca?
For more information about updating your trip to Vara Blanca or cancelling it, click here.
What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Vara Blanca?
Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca is a top guesthouse for people traveling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. Spacious 5-bedroom farmhouse Panoramic Views Poas Volcano and Cloud Rainforest is another good choice if you're bringing your pet along. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Vara Blanca.
What's the best place to stay with easy access to Barva Volcano?
Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.4 mi (5.6 km) from Barva Volcano. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel El Portico and Finca Paraiso Mountain Retreat.
What's the best luxury accommodation in Vara Blanca?
Peace Lodge is a luxury lodge with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Vara Blanca.
What are some hotels with pools in Vara Blanca?
Peace Lodge: Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica and Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose are a couple of other choices that feature an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Vara Blanca.
What is the best spa hotel in Vara Blanca?
Peace Lodge is a top luxury spa hotel featuring 4 restaurants, a bar, and an outdoor pool. Enjoy a facial, body scrub, or detox wrap at the onsite spa. Another popular spa hotel in Vara Blanca is DondeLALO Hospedaje. See all spa hotels in Vara Blanca.
What's the best accommodation near Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Other options close to the airport are Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport.
What's it like staying in Vara Blanca?
Couples looking to get away will find a romantic atmosphere in Vara Blanca, and many visitors are sure to appreciate the waterfalls. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its scenic landscape. In Vara Blanca, there are 11 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Vara Blanca.
What should I do while I'm visiting Vara Blanca?
The waterfalls and volcanoes exemplify the natural beauty, and places to admire include Barva Volcano and Braulio Carrillo National Park. You'll also find Colinas del Poas and Hacienda Alsacia in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Vara Blanca guide.
What's the weather like in Vara Blanca?
The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68Ā°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66Ā°F. The rainiest months in Vara Blanca are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.