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A house with a red roof surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with pink flowers.

A rustic kitchen with a stove, kettle, and wooden cabinets.

A wooden cabin with a bed, a wood-burning stove, a wicker chair, and a window with curtains.

1. DondeLALO Hospedaje

Vara Blanca

￥7,520

￥8,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A staircase leading to an arched window with a rustic wooden ceiling and a wheel chandelier.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a blue sofa with a red throw, and a small table with a plant.

An interior with stone walls, wooden beams, a bench with a red cushion, and a view of greenery outside.

A wooden dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bottle, surrounded by chairs with cushions.

2. Poas Volcano Lodge

Vara Blanca

Sebastian

￥13,516

￥15,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Two illuminated cabins with a fire pit in the foreground, set against a mountainous backdrop.

A dining area with a round wooden table, two white chairs, a modern pendant light, and a view through a window with sheer curtains.

A room with a sofa, a blue cushion, a small wooden table, and large windows offering a view of buildings and trees.

A modern kitchen with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a spa tub.

3. Chalets Vistas del Poas

Vara Blanca

Krista

￥15,207

￥17,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A building with a stone facade, a wooden entrance, and a neon sign.

A view of a property named Hortenias with a metal gate, a pergola, and a lush green landscape with houses in the background.

A dining table with a blue and white checkered tablecloth, plates of strawberries and cream, and a white bowl.

A pathway leading to a building with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

4. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

Vara Blanca

Jeffrey

￥17,489

￥19,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A resort with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A cozy indoor garden with a stone fountain, a table with flowers, and a bench.

A bathroom with a stone bathtub, a wooden bench, and a mirror.

5. Peace Lodge

Vara Blanca

Cynthia

￥72,445

￥81,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

A wooden table with blue placemats, a bench, and a view of lush greenery through a barred window.

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, a brick wall, and a window with a view of the sky.

A wooden door with a sign reading "CORCOVADO," a bench with a quilted cushion, and potted plants in a courtyard.

6. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal

Manon

￥5,131

￥5,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, ottoman, and a wooden floor. A hallway leads to a door with a view of the outdoors.

A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging wine glasses, and tropical fruits like bananas and pineapple.

7. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús

Kirsti

￥3,978

￥5,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A two-story white building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a small porch area.

A group of people sitting around a wooden table outdoors with laptops and water bottles.

8. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Catedral

louis

￥2,652

￥5,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story hotel with a flat roof and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A reception area with a wooden chair, a water dispenser, a clock, and a vase with flowers.

A room with two wooden chairs with orange cushions, a small table, and a vase with flowers. There are two black doors with numbers, a painting on the wall, and a tiled floor.

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

Merced

D'Arcy

￥4,776

￥5,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

A neatly made bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread, a wooden door, and a white closet with louvered doors.

A wooden dining table with benches in a room with a tiled floor and a wooden door.

A living room with two brown sofas, a glass coffee table, and a potted plant.

10. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Bajo Cornizal

michael

￥4,851

￥8,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A pool area with a hammock, lounge chairs, and a tree.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A narrow, enclosed shower area with a wooden door and tiled walls, surrounded by lush greenery.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with toiletries, a TV on the wall, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

11. Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

Guacima

Shantha

￥10,472

￥11,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Alexis

￥12,627

￥14,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A car parked next to a tree with red flowers.

A dining area with red sofas, a glass table, and metal chairs.

A garden with a blue pool, a table, and a chair under a blue umbrella.

A backyard pool area with a blue inflatable pool labeled "Bestway Steel Pro MAX."

13. Hotel Your House

Cacique

Colleen

￥9,833

￥11,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a black armchair, and a vase of flowers.

A hotel entrance with a sliding glass door, a doormat, and large potted plants.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large green plant.

14. Berlor Airport Inn

Cacique

Phillip

￥9,917

￥11,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and a building with arches.

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There are large windows with wooden frames and artwork on the walls.

A table with two chairs, a drink, candles, and string lights.

15. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

CURTIS

￥9,978

￥11,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

16. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Robert

￥12,287

￥13,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A cozy cabin with a leather sofa, wooden floors, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a second floor. There is a bench with a cushion, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

A modern house with large glass windows and wooden beams, surrounded by lush greenery.

A tented room with a bathtub, a bed, and potted plants.

17. Altura Hotel

San Juan

scott

￥17,353

￥19,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

A building with a sign reading "Sportsmens Lodge" and a green umbrella structure.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, and a blue armchair.

18. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

￥10,812

￥12,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a green wall.

A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A building with a balcony featuring ornate black metal railings and a green and yellow color scheme.

A corridor with a tiled floor, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

19. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Arroyo

Joshua

￥10,052

￥11,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A well-lit garden area with pathways, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.

A rectangular swimming pool with a red-roofed structure in the background, surrounded by lush greenery.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A building with multiple balconies, a central tree, and a paved courtyard.

20. Brillasol Airport Hotel

San Antonio

Marisol

￥10,292

￥14,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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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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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 Poás Volcano National Park for views of its striking crater lake.

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Top Vara Blanca Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room Very comfortable and quiet Great breakfast Convenient shuttle"

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is new so the gym and pool were not operational. The hotel is located in the popular Escazú area near some shops with plenty of restaurants nearby. Good for a stroll during the day. I would definitely stay again on my next biz trip to San Jose."

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"The property was an older Villa Style Hotel with an amazing layout and beautifully maintained. Very relaxing and so much better than your typical hotel. The staff was amazing and the pool and restaurant area was beautiful! Will never stay anywhere else when passing through San Jose!"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great!"

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location near the airport Comfortable Great shuttle service Will book there again for sure:)"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Our family enjoyed our stay, especially the pool and games. The rooms were clean and nice, and staff was helpful. They even have a rental car desk now too, so our car was delivered right to the hotel. The free Wednesday evening food and drinks reception was another bonus. We will definitely stay again when back in San Jose."

Peace Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The place is amazing"

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"In general the place is great. I appreciated the early check-in. My only nit : Bathroom amenities should include mouthwash."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved staying here!"

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Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

￥2,949

￥3,333 total

Sep 22 - Sep 23

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (262 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

￥4,591

￥5,187 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

￥3,978

￥5,547 total

Sep 19 - Sep 20

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

￥5,131

￥5,798 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (254 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

￥7,165

￥8,096 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

TORRE CARIARI 111, AUTOPISTA NACIONAL Ulloa

￥15,918

￥17,987 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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?

4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna!: Visitors like this Vara Blanca vacation home rental. It is located on a river and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. 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. DondeLALO Hospedaje 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. Barceló San José and DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica 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 Hacienda Alsacia and Doka Estate 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 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in Vara Blanca are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.

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Our top choices for Vara Blanca hotels

1. DondeLALO Hospedaje

2. Poas Volcano Lodge

3. Chalets Vistas del Poas

4. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

5. Peace Lodge

6. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

7. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

8. Costa Rica Guesthouse

9. Hotel Quinta Avenida

10. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

11. Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

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

13. Hotel Your House

14. Berlor Airport Inn

15. Villa San Ignacio

16. Hotel Mango

17. Altura Hotel

18. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

19. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

20. Brillasol Airport Hotel

Stay near popular Vara Blanca attractions

Barva Volcano

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Top Vara Blanca Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Peace Lodge

Hotel Presidente

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

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Hotel Pacandé

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

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