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 | Arenal Observatory Lodge, Arenal Volcano
Country Hotel: Traditional, Rooms from $114.00
Set on the slopes of the active Arenal volcano, the 37-room Arenal Observatory Lodge is a perfect spot to sample the rainforest experience. The Lodge's philosophy is one of active conservation and they have no neighbours to spoil the natural environment here. The 870 acre property lies within the National Park and borders the Monteverde Cloud Forest reserve, so it is surround...(more) |  |
 | Casa Turire, Turrialba
Country Hotel: Traditional, Rooms from $145.00
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Your first look at Casa Turire comes when you approach down the long majestic row of mature palms that lead from the road to the main entrance. It lies in a serene and lush rural setting beneath the majestic Irazu volcano, surrounded by beautifully manicured landscaping. You will receive a most wonderfully genuine welcome here from the operators of this delightful European-ow...(more) |  |
 | Borinquen Mountain Resort, Liberia
Country Hotel: Character, Rooms from $159.00
It is sometimes a difficult road that leads to pleasurable experience - that's why they call it "rewarding". It is a bumpy road leading up the western slopes of the Volcan Rincon de la Vieja from the coastal plain around Liberia, but only the last 30 minutes are really challenging. A 4WD vehicle will make it fun, and a ride in a taxi-bus will make it carefree. The vegetation...(more) |  |
 | Peace Lodge at Waterfall Gardens, Vara Blanca
Country Hotel: Traditional, Rooms from $315.00
Peace Lodge is a fabulous place to stay in the mountain rainforest of Costa Rica. The 17 villas are all magnificent and unique, and have the most pleasing and unusual decor of any hotel in the region. Peace Lodge is located 35km north of the airport between the steaming Poas and Barva volcanoes, but will take upwards of 1 hour to make the scenic drive to these higher altitude...(more) |  |