Nestled in a rural setting, Poas Volcano Lodge offers a serene retreat with free continental breakfast, a charming coffee shop/cafe, and an on-site restaurant serving delicious meals. Explore the lush garden or let your kids burn off energy at the playground. With high-speed WiFi and helpful multilingual staff nearby to assist you.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Airport transfer
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Arcade/game room
Library
Lobby fireplace
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Playground on site
Rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is R2 222
R2 222
R2 511 total
includes taxes & fees
07 Apr - 08 Apr
Room options
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Showing 12 of 12 rooms
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Standard Room, Garden View
Highlights
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Travel crib
28 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View
Standard Room, Garden View
Highlights
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Travel crib
36 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View
Standard Room, Garden View
Highlights
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Travel crib
50 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony, Mountain View (Oriole)
Superior Room, Balcony, Mountain View (Oriole)
Highlights
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Travel crib
30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Luxury Suite, Fireplace, Garden View
Luxury Suite, Fireplace, Garden View
Highlights
Yard
Fireplace
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Living room
Daily housekeeping
50 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View
Highlights
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Travel crib
30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View
Standard Room, Garden View
Highlights
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Travel crib
23 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Garden View
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Garden View
Highlights
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Travel crib
50 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Quetzal)
Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Quetzal)
Highlights
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Travel crib
43 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Superior Room, Garden View
Superior Room, Garden View
Highlights
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Travel crib
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Family Suite, Kitchen
Family Suite, Kitchen
Highlights
Fireplace
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Travel crib
130 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony, Mountain View
Via Poasito - Varablanca, Vara Blanca, Heredia, 1935-3000
What's nearby
Corso Lechería - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
Poás Volcano National Park - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
Hacienda Alsacia - 20 min drive - 14.4 km
Barva Volcano - 47 min drive - 21.9 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 68 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 90 min drive
San Antonio de Belen Station - 40 min drive
Santo Domingo Santa Rosa Station - 47 min drive
Heredia Miraflores Station - 48 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Hacienda Alsacia - 20 min drive
Colibries Restaurant - 13 min drive
Fresas del Volcán - 16 min walk
Freddo Fresas - 9 min drive
La Casa del Café - 22 min drive
About this property
Poas Volcano Lodge
When visiting Vara Blanca, Poas Volcano Lodge is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Bromelia, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1991
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Arcade/game room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Travel crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Bromelia - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CRC 13000 per night
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Poas Volcano Lodge
Poas Volcano Lodge Vara Blanca
Poas Volcano Vara Blanca
Poas Volcano Lodge Hotel
Poas Volcano Lodge Vara Blanca
Poas Volcano Lodge Hotel Vara Blanca
Frequently asked questions
Does Poas Volcano Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Poas Volcano Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Poas Volcano Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Poas Volcano Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Poas Volcano Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Poas Volcano Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Poas Volcano Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Poas Volcano Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bromelia.
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Poas Volcano Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9,4
Exceptional
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9,6/10
Cleanliness
9,4/10
Staff & service
9,2/10
Amenities
9,4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9,6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
03 March 2025
Highly Recommend!
Amazing property with beautiful views and hikes. Our room was clean and staff was very polite. Would definitely recommend!
Cayce
Cayce, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 November 2024
Great place
Gloriana
Gloriana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 December 2024
Wonderful stay
The room was so nice, comfortable and big.
The staff is nice and breakfast was delicious. The view is amazing and the drive to the location was cool
Manal
Manal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 November 2024
Nice lodge high in the hills, lots of birds around the property and good food as well!
Tor
Tor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
STUNNING place!
Vijay
Vijay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 November 2024
The lodge was beautiful.
Exceeded our expectations!
Rhonda
Rhonda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 December 2024
Very cool and nice place.
Beautiful place but no WiFi restaurant and bad WiFi in room. They said it was because the weather… Was raining…
But overall very good place.
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
27 November 2024
Main lodge was beautiful, a large fireplace would be nice, rooms needed to be updated
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
We enjoyed our stay at Poas Lodge. Our room was. Our room was very comfortable, common areas were cozy and inviting. Included breakfast was exceptional. Great stay.
Lindsey
Lindsey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
05 December 2024
It was a beautiful cozy, elegant country lodge with modern facilities, great food really nice people. Just make sure you bring rain coat and rain boots, and sweatshirts. We had driver Wilberth he was amazing and staff very friendly and professional
laurie
laurie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
Great food and views!
Candice
Candice, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Nice facility, clean rooms, great meals, walking trails on property
Kimberley A
Kimberley A, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Beautiful property, super friendly staff. Our second time staying here and will stay again when in this area.
MARY
MARY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 March 2024
Beautiful and quiet, we had a great time and loved the restaurant!
AMANDINE
AMANDINE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2024
Food was extremely excellent
Staff very friendly
Breath taking outdoor views
Loved the natural wood and theme throughout the hotel
Would love to go again
Priti
Priti, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 November 2024
Staff was very friendly & helpful!
Very close to the Poas Volcano and La Paz waterfall.
No gym, no TV.
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 July 2024
Stunning property! I wish we could have stayed longer!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 November 2024
Nice lodge with good food, lots of birds around the property. Clean rooms with hot water. No AC but not really required at that elevation. No complaints!
Tor
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2023
Excellent location overlooking the Poas Mountain! Great food and ambience and a very pleasant stay!
Sayali
Sayali, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2024
Absolutely stunning architecture. Beautiful property and attentive staff.
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
01 March 2023
Our fourth year staying here always excellent!
Shawn
Shawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Staff were friendly and very helpful. Accommodations were comfortable. Architecture of the building was beautiful.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 December 2023
Top location, very friendly staff
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2023
A wonderful lodge with a beautiful lobby and delicious restaurant. Would definitely stay again!