Located in Sabana Redonda, Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping is in the mountains and in a national park. Ruinas de Ujarras and Catedral de la Mercedes are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Central Market Alajuela and Plaza Real Alajuela. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto or Monserrat Sports Complex. Visit our Poasito travel guide
50 metros este del restaurante, El Descanso, carretera al volcan Poas, Sabana Redonda, Alajuela
What's nearby
Poás Volcano National Park
19 min walk - 1.6 km
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
23 min drive - 18.5 km
Braulio Carrillo National Park
34 min drive - 20.7 km
Hacienda Alsacia
29 min drive - 18.1 km
Plaza Real Cariari
60 min drive - 43.6 km
Getting around
San Antonio de Belen Station
44 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
53 min drive
Restaurants
Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Farm
17 min drive
Fresas del Volcan
5 min drive
La Casa del Café
19 min drive
Fresas del Volcán
10 min drive
Restaurante Típico de Fraijanes
7 min drive
About this property
Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping
Hotel near Poás Volcano National Park
Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), charcoal grills, and a nature reserve
Local meal delivery service and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers, hair dryers, and soap
32-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
Daily continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Proposal/romance packages
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In a national park
In the mountains
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Area rugs in room
No elevator
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 10 for adults, and USD 4 to 10 for children
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 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping?
As of 2026/9/29, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping on 2026/9/30 start from NT$2,542, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping located?
Situated in a national park, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Poás Volcano National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Poas Volcano and Corso Lechería. Hacienda Alsacia and Doka Estate are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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My 4 year old son and I loved it here. They helped us with airport transfer and it was an awesome stay. Love that this is a family run business as well.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay at the Observatory Lodge and Glamping. The dome was so unique with beautiful views but they were clean, furnished beautifully and the amenities were modern. It is truly a family business and the property is clearly cared for with love. Eric and his wife were so kind, treated us like family and made the best breakfast. My daughters said "the best waffles they've ever had." It is a very short drive to Poas Volcano and the property had a beautiful hiking trail on it. We will 100% stay here again if in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Phillip
2026/3/5
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Max & Eric were very helpful with information about the area. We loved the Sloth room. Breakfast was nice!
The staff were so friendly. The room was adorable however, it was freezing and we had to rent a heater which should have been included and breakfast was not included.
We liked the glamping experience for our daughters…convenient location very close to the Poas volcano …the beds could have some better quality blankets…
This was a fun stay, adventurous and nice view. No heating but the blankets provided were more than sufficient at night. Very clean and roomy enough for 3 people.
It’s a unique stay for sure, and pretty comfortable for a geodome room. It was a little cold at night (external heater extra, only helps a little). Views are good but not great. The food and service are very good. Nice friendly couple to run the place. I would say it should cost $75, not $100.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca
2024/12/3
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A great night!
This was a great position near Poás Volcano. Max was very communicative and helpful, and we had a lovely nights sleep listening to the rain on the canvas. Make no mistake - these are glamping pods, and definitely still feels on the camping side (vs some “glamping” lodges out there which are more hotel like). But if you go in with those expectations, then you’ll have a lovely stay! Lots of strawberry farms and coffee tours nearby as well.
Very nice design surrounded by nature. The night was very cold and there was no heating. They charge for the heater extra and for the breakfast as well.
The property has a beautiful, romantic view. The bed was very comfortable and warm, arguably one of the most comfortable beds we slept in during our 9 days of hotels in Costa Rica. It was a little difficult to see through the windows when they were wet, there was a bit of road noise and a cow that mooed in the middle of the night which startled us awake. We did have to unlock the gate when we left early next morning, which took some doing. The morning was chilly (in October). Other than that, it was a really cool place to stay with a nice ambiance and rustic feel. The owners were very responsive when we asked a question. Would stay here again.
I'm not much of a "glamper" so I really shouldn't have booked this place but I thought it would be interesting for a night. The good: unique, close to Poas volcano, beautiful surroundings, comfortable for being a tent, it's obvious that the owner is really trying to make this a nice comfortable place, service was good, heater was provided for a small fee. The "not so great": entrance is hard to find going towards Poas (going the other direction you can see the domes), road going up is steep and going up in the rain in a regular car was tricky, beds weren't very comfortable. The bad: the water in the shower was either ice cold or scalding hot and could not be regulated. The temperature would switch between the two and I could literally count for 4 seconds during those times that the water was usable. I could tolerate and even enjoy the rustic nature of the tent except for the shower situation, and that is the reason for my low rating.
This place was a little gem! The owners are so kind, the location was gorgeous! Very hippy, nature vibe. Beautiful hiking trail on the property. Good location to the Poas volcano and town.
Staff met you at the front, Spanish-speaking only but super nice. The room was fantastic when we stayed. It was a little bit colder so there was a space heater. There’s a menu in the room for options for meals. We didn’t partake in any of this, but it was great to know that we had a food available if needed. The only downside was the lack of hot water in the shower. We only stayed for one night so it really didn’t bother us that much but if we were saying multiple nights that would’ve been an issue.