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Hotel del Bosque

Family-friendly lodge with free breakfast and lazy river

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7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included

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Santa Rita, Santa Rita, Alajuela, 21007
  • Poás Volcano National Park
  • Laguna Río Cuarto
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪98 min drive‬

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Deluxe Cabin

  • 269.00 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Cabin

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Quadruple Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Cabin

  • 269.00 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Rita

Located in Santa Rita, Hotel del Bosque is in a rural area and near a boardwalk. Serpentario is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laguna Río Cuarto and Laguna del Hule. Juan Castro Blanco National Park and Tirimbina Rainforest Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ziplining nearby.

What's nearby

  • Laguna Río Cuarto - 11 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Laguna del Hule - 23 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Juan Castro Blanco National Park - 27 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion - 28 min drive - 23.3 km
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 42 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Machalá - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪pizerria el tronco - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Soda Donde Pity - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Soda El Parque - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bar Restaurante La Paila - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Hotel del Bosque

Family-friendly lodge with free breakfast and lazy river
This lodge features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a lazy river, laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel del Bosque offers 16 accommodations with air conditioning. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a lazy river and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in 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 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 11.5 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: USD 11.5 per pet, per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel del Bosque have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Is Hotel del Bosque pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 11.5 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at Hotel del Bosque?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel del Bosque?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel del Bosque?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel del Bosque provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel del Bosque located?

This family-friendly Santa Rita lodge is located in the mountains, 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Laguna Río Cuarto, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Laguna del Hule and Juan Castro Blanco National Park. Tirimbina Rainforest Center and Serpentario are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Hotel del Bosque Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We had lizards in the room and NO hot water! The electrical outlets were limited. Very over-priced! The staff was friendly, but the rooms were a HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel del bosque

Ein wunderbarer Ort, weg von der Zivilisation - pura natura por pura vida Und das Beste - der Naturpool mitten im Dschungel 😍❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Glämping im Urwald

Ein toller Ort mitten im Wald, mit Naturpool, tollen "Glampinghütten" und einem Restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
sleeping to forest noise was incredible, it was a comfortable stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Súper recomendado

Lugar muy bonito. Súper recomendado
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is family oriented hotel..is small family owned..but really warm and helpful people. The property is in the forest ..is excellent to be in contact with nature and is close to many waterfalls and other attractions..my experience was amazing..highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El personal muy atento, el lugar tiene mucho potencial... Pero esta muy descuidado, el área de la piscina muy descuidada,el bungalow muy pequeño, no hay ni siquiera una mini refri, llega muy poca agua a la ducha
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maria-Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location!!!

El Hotel está muy bien ubicado y el servicio es excelente.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Mayden

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
La pagina decia q los animales entraban gratis y me cobraron por el perro, o sea publicidad enganosa, el lugar es bonito, pero las cabinas no, las habitaciones están pegadas y comparten pared con pared, entonces hasta los ronquidos del cristiano de la par se escuchan. Cero privacidad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Federico, San Jose, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente experiencia

Excelente atención y personal. Un lugar increíble para relajarse y desconectar. Muy recomendable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful part of Costa Rica. Beautiful drive from Alajuela. Wonderful trails to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort

Spanish fluency essential

Bungalow was rustic and dark. Does not include all amenities described online. Despite not wanting to stay the second night, I think a family could have a fun, low cost vacation at Del Bosque. Staff were pleasant, helpful, and tried to make our stay more comfortable.

8/10 Good

smartin48, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value hotel

I booked this hotel as I thought it was between Paos Volcano and Arenal. The location was good, about 45 minutes from Arenal. As it turned out Paos has been closed since 2017 as it is active. This is a nice hotel, great price. I booked it with Expedia.ca. We enjoyed talking to George and he was very helpful. It included a nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel familial, dans un environnement calme et verdoyant. Accueil très sympathique, personnel attentionné. Un endroit où il fait bon faire une halte.

8/10 Good

Neera, Orlando, fl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant, natural & very friendly staff

This is in rural area, a must visit for nature lovers. It is about hour & a half from the airport. Streets are not paved. The staff is wonderful, always willing to help. Great service located in Rain forest, good for natural air & organic food. Take the mosquito repellent & be willing to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Mike

Hotel is far from SJO but it surrounded by beautiful jungle with natural water pools within. Great location to get away from the city noise and traffic
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Joe, MUC

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms simply equipped with bed, small table and chair, no wardrobe or hooks for cloth, plus a fridge. No mosquito-net at the window. Breakfast local style (eggs, rice with beans, some fruit-pieces and coffee or artificial juice). Owner very friendly and helpful. Location next to river with natural pool and forest with birds, butterflies ... (mosquitos).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fatal este lugar!!!

Prometieron cosas escritas y dichas que no existen! Un cuarto con vista a las montañas con cama matrimonial y aire el cual No existe.. los cuartos pegados y largo de restaurante y la piscina natural queda súper largo de todo y solo se puede caminar... la comida de la mañana no trae frutas , el plátano lo cocinan con cáscaras y quemados, el juego crudo.. el conchos del cuarto horrible , me dieron dolores de espalda terribles!!! El tour de animales ofrecieron animales los cuales no vimos , el búfalo lo ponen en La foto y Nunca supe ni cómo era.. súper caro para lo que dicen y uno va en carro súper largo.. la verdad no lo recomiendo!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recomendado...

Estuvo excelente, muy bueno, recomendado!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

The location is 3hrs from the airport but the view

Great hiking beautiful scenery, too far from city.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel bucolique et campagnard

Hôtel très bucolique très calme et le gérant était très sympathique et très attentionné