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

A spacious bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, stone walls, and large windows.

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.

1. Poas Volcano Lodge

18.4 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Sebastian

NT$2,577

NT$2,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A cozy, single-story cottage with a sloped roof, a visible bedroom with a bed and a window, and a small porch area with potted plants.

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, hanging glass bottles, and string lights.

A triangular-roofed building with a visible front porch and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and wooden flooring.

2. Villa Calas

19.1 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

DEOKHWAN

NT$3,687

NT$4,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A house with a wooden deck, a covered porch, and a garden with flowers and plants.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, large windows, and a porch with a railing.

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

3. El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica

16.3 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Eric

NT$6,581

NT$7,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A wooden balcony with a view of dense green foliage.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with greenery outside, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a stainless steel surface, and a green wall with a clock.

A pathway through a lush garden with dense foliage and a variety of plants.

4. La Selva Biological Station

Barrio Flaminia, 17.1 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Chris

NT$3,291

NT$3,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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.

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

5. Peace Lodge

17.5 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Jie

NT$16,105

NT$18,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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

A room with large windows overlooking a landscape with mountains and houses during sunset.

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

6. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

18.1 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Jeffrey

NT$3,722

NT$4,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a canopy.

An outdoor patio with a covered seating area, a hammock, and a hammock chair.

A narrow path with circular stone steps leading through a lush, green forested area towards a rustic building with a corrugated metal roof.

7. Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat

18.6 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Julie

NT$1,905

NT$2,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A covered walkway with wooden pillars and a tiled floor, leading to a building with large windows.

A rustic wooden room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a painting on the wall.

A corridor with wooden log walls, large windows, and a tiled floor.

A backyard with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and various colorful chairs.

8. Hotel Sun Sun Lodge

11.8 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Thomas

NT$2,121

NT$2,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

A wooden deck with metal railings, surrounded by lush greenery and a glass structure overhead.

A two-story building with a green exterior and a glass roof. The ground floor has a seating area with chairs and a table.

A two-story building with a green exterior and a glass facade.

9. Tapirus Lodge

17.5 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Vince

NT$3,072

NT$3,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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

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

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Chalets Vistas del Poas

17.7 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Krista

NT$3,080

NT$3,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and a bench, a wooden door, and a yellow wall in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a framed picture, a window with a curtain, and a view of a garden.

A bar area with a chalkboard menu, outdoor seating, and a view of trees.

A swimming pool with clear water reflecting sunlight, surrounded by greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

11. Gran Gavilan del Sarapiqui Lodge

19.7 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Zbigniew K.

NT$2,340

NT$2,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A pathway surrounded by lush tropical plants and a wooden structure overhead.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a decorative pillow, a nightstand lamp, a small table with a book, and a view of greenery through a window with curtains.

A pool with a mermaid statue, surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative stone railing.

A restaurant with stone walls, wooden tables, and chairs. It has large windows with a view of greenery.

12. Ara Ambigua Lodge

19.4 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Robert

NT$2,884

NT$3,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by lush greenery.

An outdoor restaurant with tables set for dining, surrounded by greenery.

A reception desk with a sign for 'ARANWA SARAPIQ | RAINFOREST LODGE'.

A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, a thatched roof, and a view of greenery outside.

13. Aranwa Sarapiquí Rainforest Lodge

17.4 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Edgar

NT$3,186

NT$3,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A two-story building with a red roof and yellow walls, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A covered wooden walkway with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small building with a red roof.

14. Hotel El Bambú

19.5 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Jonathan

NT$2,836

NT$3,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A single-story building with a tiled porch, surrounded by various plants and trees.

A small, clean room with two beds, a wall-mounted TV, and a power outlet.

A covered patio with a dining table, chairs, and potted plants.

A building with a wooden structure and a covered entrance, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

15. Riverside Lodge

14.5 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Ethan

NT$1,404

NT$1,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern two-story house with a well-maintained garden, featuring red flowering bushes and a lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, a red and white bedspread, and a mural of Big Ben in the background.

An outdoor patio with a pergola, potted plants, a white table, and black chairs.

A modern living area with a stone wall, a sofa, a coffee maker, and a vase with flowers.

16. Hotel Boutique Malibu Los Sueños

18.9 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

FERNANDO

NT$1,347

NT$1,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bottle, overlooking a pond and lush greenery.

A rustic building with a red facade, a wooden door, and a covered porch with chairs.

A wooden staircase with a metal railing leading to an outdoor area with a stone pathway and greenery.

A lush garden with a pond, ferns, and a thatched-roof structure.

17. Hacienda La Isla

15.5 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Tom

NT$4,259

NT$4,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A wooden structure with a balcony overlooking a dense forest.

A multi-story wooden building with a red roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a clear sky.

A rustic wooden interior with a wooden bench and a hanging light fixture.

A bed with a unique design, a window with a view of greenery, and a hanging chair.

18. Mirador Prendas

6.7 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

"Es handelt sich um ein riesieges Holzgebäude,das jemand vor mehreren Jahren mit viel Liebe gebaut hat. Es liegt abseits der Straße auf einem Mischgelände aus Kuhwiesen u. Restwald. Das Zimmer war sehr geräumig, rustikal und nach aussen offen, so dass man abends- wenn man nicht von Moskitos zerfressen werden will- kein Licht benutzen sollte. Das Personal wirkte unmotiviert, unfreudlich u. wenig hilfsbereit. Beim Einchecken bekommt man direkt eine Liste mit Aktivitäten, gezeigt u. natürlich die...

Anonymous traveler

NT$1,729

NT$1,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A swimming pool with a covered area and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a small table with a plant.

An outdoor covered area with tables set up for an event, surrounded by greenery.

An outdoor event space with round tables covered in white tablecloths, chairs with white and orange sashes, and a red wall in the background.

19. Hotel Maguey

19 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

Vladimir

NT$1,418

NT$1,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A two-story building with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by chairs, with a view of lush greenery.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

20. Heliconia Island

14.7 km from Rara Avis Waterfall

NT$2,428

NT$2,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Rara Avis Waterfall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Poas Volcano Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 581 reviews	View
Villa Calas	9.4 Exceptional 383 reviews	View
El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica	9.6 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
La Selva Biological Station	9.2 Wonderful 112 reviews	View
Peace Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 560 reviews	View

Top Rara Avis Waterfall Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"It was a lovely spot to spend a night."

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Receptionists were quite helpful. The servers tag the restaurants were great."

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"Buena ubicacion buena area buen comida buena pisina"

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

8/10 Good

"Get a villa! Take the coffee trail walk! And enjoy"

Xandari Resort And Spa

10/10 Excellent

"I"

Poas Volcano Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great secluded location and beautiful view .. I love this resort .. everything about it .. I will definetly return here again. Make sure you have a rental car if you want to drive around to explore the area .. this resort is only 13 minutes from La Paz Garden and Water Falls and 1 hr from the airport. You can get taxi or Uber to get here and go around"

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

8/10 Good

"I wished they told us about how to use the AC in the room I also did not know about the places to eat across the parking lot I thought the beef entree was not worth it yet the hamburger was very tasty"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Tuvimos muy buena experiencia en la semana que estuvimos muy buena atención todo muy limpio ,el desayuno excelente"

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

10/10 Excellent

"Es un lugar muy limpio, con un edificio muy bien cuidado, así como todos los alrededores. Tiene senderos con lugares muy bonitos."

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Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori

See the exotic and native animals who live at Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori during your trip to Las Horquetas. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

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Costa Rica Nature Pavilion

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Costa Rica Nature Pavilion, a lovely green space in Tirimbina. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

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Tirimbina Rainforest Center

9.4/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tirimbina Rainforest Center, a lovely green space in La Virgen. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

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Sarapiquís Gardens

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of La Virgen with a stop at Sarapiquís Gardens. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

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Braulio Carrillo National Park Trail

You can take time to visit Braulio Carrillo National Park Trail during your travels to Guapiles. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Barva Volcano

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Barva Volcano, a lovely green space in Vara Blanca. Savor the top-notch restaurants and charming coffeehouses while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rara Avis Waterfall?

Rara Avis Waterfall is located in an area of Las Horquetas that travelers like for its bird watching and hiking. Las Horquetas is home to 17 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.

Where is the best place to stay close to Rara Avis Waterfall?

El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Rara Avis Waterfall. Other good choices around the area include Peace Lodge and Poas Volcano Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rara Avis Waterfall, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Rara Avis Waterfall.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rara Avis Waterfall?

For more information about updating your stay near Rara Avis Waterfall or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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Our top choices for Rara Avis Waterfall hotels

1. Poas Volcano Lodge

2. Villa Calas

3. El Lugar Hotel & Nature Reserve Costa Rica

4. La Selva Biological Station

5. Peace Lodge

6. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

7. Chilamate Rainforest Eco-retreat

8. Hotel Sun Sun Lodge

9. Tapirus Lodge

10. Chalets Vistas del Poas

11. Gran Gavilan del Sarapiqui Lodge

12. Ara Ambigua Lodge

13. Aranwa Sarapiquí Rainforest Lodge

14. Hotel El Bambú

15. Riverside Lodge

16. Hotel Boutique Malibu Los Sueños

17. Hacienda La Isla

18. Mirador Prendas

19. Hotel Maguey

20. Heliconia Island

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Top Rara Avis Waterfall Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Barceló San José

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Xandari Resort And Spa

Poas Volcano Lodge

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Other attractions near Rara Avis Waterfall

Frogs Heaven

Mini Zoo and Jardin Yori

Costa Rica Nature Pavilion

Tirimbina Rainforest Center

Sarapiquís Gardens

Braulio Carrillo National Park Trail

Barva Volcano

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