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Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
San José / Central Valley · Costa Rica
Highway 126 500M East Of Gas StationView location
9.6/10Excellent164 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/10 9.8
Service10.0/10 10.0
Comfort9.4/10 9.4
Condition9.2/10 9.2
Neighborhood9.4/10 9.4
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
With a stay at Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca in Vara Blanca, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Poas Volcano National Park and La Paz Waterfall Gardens. This lodge is 4. 9 mi (7. 9 km) from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 15. 4 mi (24.
8 km) from City Mall. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This lodge also features complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite. At Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
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With a stay at Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca in Vara Blanca, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Poás Volcano National Park and Corso Lechería. This guesthouse is 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Hacienda Alsacia and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Poas Volcano.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include a business center and laundry facilities.
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
10:00 PM
Check-out until
12:30 PM
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 1
Pets allowed (no fees)
Cleaning and safety
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the guesthouse prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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Special Instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 2 PM - 10 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
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Optional fees
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 25 (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
French
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Corso Lechería
3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Poás Volcano National Park
6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Hacienda Alsacia
14.9 km / 9.3 mi
Poas Volcano
15.8 km / 9.8 mi
Doka Estate
16.5 km / 10.3 mi
Barva Volcano
19.7 km / 12.2 mi
Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto
22 km / 13.7 mi
Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
22 km / 13.7 mi
Central Park
22.1 km / 13.7 mi
Alajuela Cathedral
22.1 km / 13.7 mi
Iglesia La Agonía
22.2 km / 13.8 mi
Central Market Alajuela
22.2 km / 13.8 mi
Juan Santamaría Park
22.3 km / 13.8 mi
Plaza Real Alajuela
22.9 km / 14.2 mi
Grecia Children's Forest Reserve
22.9 km / 14.3 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 8
- lodge
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Airport Shuttle
- Garden
- Terrace
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Banquet hall
- Conference room
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- Business centre
- Breakfast
- Picnic
- Non-smoking establishment
- Billiards
Meal plans
Meal plan types
Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.
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Room types
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- QUEEN SIZE BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- QUEEN SIZE BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.QN
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TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
- Room type
- TRIPLE
- View / characteristic
- TWO BEDS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
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TRIPLE TWO BEDS
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
- Room type
- TRIPLE
- View / characteristic
- TWO BEDS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: TPL.2B
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
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oscar
Good breakfast, nice staff pretty grounds
Diana
Clean room Mountain View breakfast
Delfin
Very nice staff at check in and breakfast. Made to order breakfast. Individual free standing rooms, quiet place. Love our stay. Close to La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Donald
Only a few breakfast choices, but they worked for us. We only interacted with one staff oerson - don't recall her name, but she was wonderful. Room clean, nothing fancy but fine.
Irina
This hotel is the perfect one night stay on the way to La Fortuna. It is 10 min away from La Paz waterfall gardens, which is a wonderful place to visit. Our stay was really peaceful and the place was not crowded. Breakfast and dinner were nice. The staff was excellent and friendly. The place has great grounds and beautiful mountains views.
Tao
Nice cottages on the top of a ridge with beautiful views. Restaurant is super.
Debby
Outstanding staff and management - all of them were very friendly, helpful and professional. Lovely location. Breakfasts were good, coffee and hot chocolate were delicious. We had lunch at the onsite restaurant one day and it was very good as well. Chalet was cute and spacious enough. Walkways lined with flowers. Activity room included a pool table, which we made good use of on the rainy afternoon.
Shower temp eventually made it to lukewarm, which was adequate for a quick shower - would have preferred hot water.
Shower temp eventually made it to lukewarm, which was adequate for a quick shower - would have preferred hot water.
Martine
Tout était impeccable, bel accueil, tout le personnel était très gentil
Jeffrey
Very kind, friendly and professional staff
Food was excellent and lodging comfortable
Food was excellent and lodging comfortable
kevin
Cte clean and functional cabins. Friendly staff and great food in restaurant
Laurie
What a great spot right in the mountains! 10 minutes from La Paz waterfall gardens. The staff were so friendly!
kevin
Restaurant was excellent nice facility went to see Paos , it was socked in but it was still a nice one night stay, staff was excellent!!!
Luis
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TRUNG
Very nice staffs, good breakfast, beautiful view.
There is no heater.
There is no heater.
Man
Bed is really squeaky
Shari
Wonderful breakfast
Krystin J
The restaurant was very cute and has a wonderful meal with mulled wine. The chalet was extremely cozy too. There wasn't too much to explore on the grounds.
James
Very nice place and staff. Food for dinner and breakfast was great! Lots of flowers and plants around the area. The game room was an added bonus.
Lei
The chalet is indeed as many 5 star
Janet
Very nice staff—it was nice and quiet with good space for the two of us. Kids enjoyed the game room!
Jay
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Amy
Everything was amazing
Robyn
The individual chalets were adorable. The breakfast included was hardy and delish. They are also a restraunt and the dinner food was excellent. They are in a convenient location to get to La Paz waterfall gardens and Poas volcano. Used their laundry service that was wonderful. Everyone there was super friendly and helpful. I would def stay there again.
Julia
Great hosts, great views, great food! We enjoyed the rustic cabins with flower names. The restaurant food was very good, and convenient after a long day of travel.
Ruslana
Amazing view, safe area and great breakfast
oscar
Nice views
Nice place. Not fancy but beautiful views and very nice people. Breakfast is good.
Cindy
Staff was lovely and very helpful. Breakfast was very good
Ethan
Nice boss nice service during Christmas vacation!
Timothy
A beautiful location with views of the mountain valley. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Norman in particular was helpful and spent time talking to us about some of the costa Rican areas of interest including the local strawberry enterprise. I recommend the strawberry crepe.
Gus
Very quiet , away from the noisy city. Near the Poaz Volcano. Breakfast included, delicious !
The 3 max-person accommodations are great, well equipped for a rustic, yet comfortable stay. Staff were vert attentive. Thanks Norman and Hortensias Chalet staff !
The 3 max-person accommodations are great, well equipped for a rustic, yet comfortable stay. Staff were vert attentive. Thanks Norman and Hortensias Chalet staff !
oscar
Nice views form this property. The personnel were all very friendly and helpful.
oscar
The view from the property is very nice. The service is excellent. The breakfast included is very good.
The cabins could use some maintenance and the beds are a bit stiff.
The cabins could use some maintenance and the beds are a bit stiff.
Tin
Very charming hotel and Norman was a wonderful host. Everyone in my party liked the included breakfast. The kids enjoyed walking/running around the fruit trees.
Mario
Very nice landscaping and the breakfast was excellent.
Carla
The best thing about this property was the people. Everyone was so gracious and pleasnt and helpful. You can tell they love what they do. Our chalet was perfect. They are small, but very comfortable. It was tucked back in a garden, which was fun to walk through . We would definitely go back to this lication.
Michael
Perfect all around!!
Amazing stay! We originally booked 2 nights because it was our first time visiting Costa Rica and didn't want to commit to more in one area, but we loved it so much that we decided to stay a 3rd night. Located close to many amazing waterfall hikes, the Poaz volcano, and the La Paz waterfall. Breakfast included was a huge plus, and their dinner menu and quality was excellent! Very nice cottage style home, amazing views, and an excellent staff. Highly recommend!
Paul
Very Nice attention to detail
Rooms have heat & hot water
Rooms are very quiet & private
Service was Excellent from all employees !!
Rooms have heat & hot water
Rooms are very quiet & private
Service was Excellent from all employees !!
David
Fair but not 3 stars
I think this property need to be reevaluated. I don’t think it is worthy of 3 stars. The room was small and the only heat for our cold mountain night was provided by a small space heater that was not adequate. The staff was nice, but the accommodations were sparse.
Edgar
Excellent Service.
Karina
The property is well taking care. Spectacular views.The Christmas decoration was beautiful. The room are super neat and I love the detail than the garden outside match the name of the chalet. The food is great and the service even better. Everything about this place is amazing👏. Way to wow!! your customers. Congratulations!!!
Mohamad
Beautiful and simple cabin. A restaurant in the chalet with excellent tasty good. Very friendly snd helpful staff
Linda
A fantastic location just outside San Jose, which made for a superb location first few days in Costa Rico. Close to Poas volcanoe La Paz waterfalls and the fantastic Cinchona waterfall trails.
Staff absolutely first class; warm welcome and extremely helpful. One bag failed to arrive with oyr party - staff so helpful to ensure airline delivered to chalets within 36 hours.
Staff absolutely first class; warm welcome and extremely helpful. One bag failed to arrive with oyr party - staff so helpful to ensure airline delivered to chalets within 36 hours.
Irina
Nice place to stop for the night on the way from SJO to La Fortuna. Very close to Poas Volcano. Beautiful grounds, tasty breakfast, fast service.
Matthew
Great Place!
brian
Quaint villas
In a beautiful location. No TV in villa, just be aware. Check in was a breeze and great service. Not far from La Paz Waterfall and gardens. Free breakfast was good and there is a good soda around the few corners of road. Would stay again.
G
Unique Costa Rican Chalet with a View
Pride of ownership, and it shows. Quaint chalet, wonderful restaurant with a beautiful view of the valley and close to all amenities and natural tourist attractions. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Excellent value.
Cheyla
Gorgeous views!
Susan
This property is unique and charming. My wife and I loved the individual chalet we stayed in and everything was clean and neat. The food is all homemade and very delicious. The homemade jams are especially good. Since there are only 8 chalets, it feels like you’re all alone. The location is off the beaten tourist track and the view is spectacular! We really loved this place!
Verified traveler
Recommend
The cabinet was modern and very clean inside. Plenty of water and coffee in our room. We had a fabulous dinner at the on-site restaurant and afterwards, enjoyed the games room.
Tracy Baroni
This is a unique property that fits the uniqueness of the location. Staff are lovely. Food is very good.
Sandy
We arrived near 10 pm due to late flight, they waited for us, were outside when we arrived! So appreciate it. The office was closed and we got worried at first! Chalet was BEAUTIFUL! Fresh flowers in the room, very clean, coffee pot in room. It was chilly, and there was a wonderful heater in the room next to the bed. In the morning, breakfast was great! and Super nice staff. I would ABSOLUTELY stay again next time I'm heading to Poas which was also fantastic! Do not miss staying here for sure, you couldn't ask for a better quaint place! Worth the price for sure!!!!
Xavier
Very cute , beautiful views from the restaurant of the volcanos
Ruthie
Everything about the stay was perfect. The room was clean and very cute. The property the hotel is on is beautiful with a gorgeous view. The best part however was the staff and owners themselves. They were beyond accommodating. Norm, found out we were leaving early and made us sandwiches to go. The Christmas decorations were beyond warming and the restaurant had the most delicious food! I highly recommend staying here.
Verified traveler
Wonderful stay. One night romantic getaway.
Larry
Landscaping was gorgeous! The chalets are quite small.
Richard
Wonderful
Verified traveler
Cute Cottage style Villas
The rooms very cute and could have used some minor updates but were clean. It was great to have our own little villa and the attached building has a game room and a restaurant which we enjoyed very much. Everything locally closes very very early so not much to do after 8 pm otherwise.
Pascal
Extremely nice staff.
Carol L
Lovely Hospitality
Lovely place - the proprietors are wonderful, scenery is beautiful and it is close to La Paz Waterfall park. Restaurant is also very good. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Greg
This place is quite pleasant and comfortable. The staff is very accommodating and I feel they truly care that their guests have a good experience. I’ll definitely stay here again.
Frank
The staff was wonderful. The rooms were small but incredibly cute. The restaurant was excellent. Norman was an incredible host. I will be back
Seth
Really great views, the staff was very welcoming, and brought a nice personal touch to the stay.
Verified traveler
Great place. The nights are cold but the rooms are quite cozy :)
Verified traveler
Little gem
Great little place to stay to rest your head in between town travels. The owners and staff were polite, friendly and extremely inviting! Would book again in the future!
katerina
True gem! I felt genuinely welcomed in this family owned hotel. The room was really nice, sparkling clean and comfortable. The views are amazing too!
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Tracy castelli
Lovely family run hotel
Lovely family hotel. Norman waited for our delayed arrival, gave us directions on our way and was there to greet us with a smile.
NATTANAHEL
Buen lugar para relajarse
El lugar es muy bonito, y tranquilo, está pensado para descansar y desconectarse del día a día
Donald
Very welcoming, relaxing mountain stay.
Small family run lodging with wonderful friendly helpful owners, beautiful views, very nice restaurant with tasty food, attractively served. Small A frame cabins, very clean, quiet. Hot showers. Nice place for simply relaxing. We will be back.
Gina
About 45 mins drive to San Jose airport. Very close to La Paz waterfalls and Volcano Poas. Lovely and quaint single chalets with heaters in the room. It is a family-owned/run property and everyone is wonderful. Norman was very helpful during the check in process. He coordinated with his sister to help pack a takeaway breakfast so it would be one less thing to worry about before catching my flight.
Verified traveler
Nice clean rooms the stuff was so helpful and very nice
Verified traveler
What a lovely family-owned property. The accommodations were humble and clean, and the service and hospitalityiwas out of this word.
Verified traveler
Excellent food and service. Facilities clean and simple.
CR-Reisende
Friendly staff, clean amenities, delicious breakfast, nice and cosy accommodation
Verified traveler
The owners were so helpful and kind. The view is amazing and the price was so reasonable. It’s not fancy resort but more like a Bed and breakfast with your own cottage. The owners and staff made everything special!! As two moms we felt safe and enjoyed the excursions that the resort helped set up for us. We want to go back next year!
Location & surroundings
Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
Highway 126 500M East Of Gas Station, Vara Blanca, Costa Rica
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