𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Vara Blanca (2026)

A volcanic crater with a central lake, surrounded by rugged terrain and greenery.

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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

Vara Blanca

Willy

₹8,275

₹9,350 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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 rustic interior with a large tree centerpiece, stone flooring, wicker furniture, and a thatched-roof fireplace.

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

2. Peace Lodge

Vara Blanca

Jeanette

₹41,524

₹46,922 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

A pathway leading to a building with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

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

3. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

Vara Blanca

Jeffrey

₹10,968

₹12,394 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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

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

4. Chalets Vistas del Poas

Vara Blanca

Krista

₹9,383

₹10,603 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A house with a red roof surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with pink flowers.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a table, a chair, and a stove.

A rustic kitchen with a stove, kettle, and wooden cabinets.

5. DondeLALO Hospedaje

Vara Blanca

₹4,603

₹5,201 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy cabin with a leather sofa, wooden floors, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a second floor. There is a bench with a cushion, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

A tented room with a bathtub, a bed, and potted plants.

A room with a hot tub, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of greenery and mountains.

6. Altura Hotel

San Juan

scott

₹10,883

₹12,298 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with multiple windows and palm trees.

A swimming pool area with a white building, palm trees, and lifebuoys.

7. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Angel

₹11,429

₹12,915 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

A narrow, grassy path flanked by dense foliage and a building in the background.

A wooden door with a small table beside it. The table holds a white pitcher, a blue mug, a glass of orange juice, and a small container.

A room with two wooden beds, each with a nightstand and a lamp.

8. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

Camielle

₹10,738

₹12,133 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Evarista F

₹8,202

₹9,268 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

10. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Karen Caoimhe

₹9,770

₹11,040 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A garden with palm trees, a pathway, and string lights.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a dining table.

A child on a green slide at a playground with a wooden fence and greenery in the background.

A residential area with multiple houses, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

11. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

San Isidro

Julia

₹13,403

₹15,145 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

12. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

John Ross

₹11,028

₹12,461 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a distant cityscape.

A covered outdoor area with a mosaic pool, surrounded by potted plants and a stone pathway.

A hot tub with a view of a city and mountains, surrounded by lush greenery.

A bar area with a wooden counter, wicker chairs, and a large plant.

13. Xandari Resort And Spa

San Isidro

Norma

₹14,151

₹15,991 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Nicole

₹11,100

₹12,543 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Luz

₹10,525

₹11,893 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, potted plants, and a brick wall.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

A staircase with a brick wall on one side and a white wall on the other, leading to a room with a bed and a window.

16. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

Henry

₹15,622

₹17,653 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Richard

₹11,429

₹12,915 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with two white chairs and a small table, overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

A room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a mirror, and a dresser.

A swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at night.

A well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers, a paved pathway, and a building with a balcony.

18. Loma Tranquila

San Isidro

MAURICIO

₹5,720

₹6,464 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A breakfast table with a variety of food items and a vase of flowers, set on a balcony with a forest view.

A modern room with a wooden wall, a round wooden table, two white chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden desk with a computer.

A grassy hill with two small cabins and a clear view of distant mountains.

19. Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

Sabana Redonda

Luis

₹16,716

₹18,889 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, comfortable seating, a television, and a fireplace.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.

A person holding a wine glass at a bar with sushi appetizers on the counter.

20. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

wesley

₹15,574

₹17,599 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Stay near popular Vara Blanca attractions

Barva Volcano

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

Explore Barva Volcano's misty cloud forests and serene crater lakes within Braulio Carrillo National Park. Early morning hikes offer the best wildlife encounters and magical views of Costa Rica's Central Valley.

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Nestled in cloud forests, Vara Blanca offers hiking trails to La Paz Waterfall Gardens where you'll see hummingbirds and butterflies up close. Adventurous travellers can zipline through misty canopies or visit nearby Poás Volcano National Park for views of its striking crater lake.

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Top Vara Blanca Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"Todo Excelente!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"The entire staff was helpful and courteous. The maid service was exemplary and the staff at the bar and restaurant were friendly and personable."

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! We were only there a night on our way to Quepos, but it was wonderful!"

Hotel Mango

8/10 Good

"Hotel was a great location for an early morning flight from San Jose. Staff were very sweet, professional, and helpful. Room had what I needed. I did not have time to enjoy the amenities. It was perfect to have a quick shuttle to the airport at 5am! I enjoyed chatting with the receptionist who was very friendly and answered my questions in English because I’m not fluent in Spanish."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"The view is everything. I love how close to the airport we are and we really enjoyed the hotels ambiance. We are coming back. The team is amazing."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room with friendly and wonderful staff. The restaurant in the hotel was pricey but the food was amazing. Location is in a busy area but there’s lots to do all in walking distance. Also There’s nowhere to park, you can only do valet which is just a one-time payment of $28 for your whole stay."

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, staff was friendly!"

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, excellent service at restaurant, great servers and chefs, Jessica at the front desk was very helpful and informative on the surrounding area."

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was very nice and helpful. The cleaning staff was excellent"

More cheap stays in Vara Blanca

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

₹1,839

₹2,078 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

₹847

₹2,119 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (372 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

₹2,220

₹3,165 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

₹2,982

₹3,369 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

₹3,323

₹3,755 total

17 Oct - 18 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

₹3,956

₹4,470 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Vara Blanca?

Peace Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This lodge offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Poas Volcano Lodge is another good choice for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Vara Blanca.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Vara Blanca, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Vara Blanca.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Vara Blanca?

Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca is a top guest house for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. DondeLALO Hospedaje is another good choice for a stay with your pet. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Vara Blanca.

What's the best luxury place to stay in Vara Blanca?

Peace Lodge is a luxury lodge with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Vara Blanca.

What are some hotels with pools in Vara Blanca?

Peace Lodge: Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool and 4 restaurants. Barceló San José and DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Vara Blanca.

What is the best spa hotel in Vara Blanca?

Peace Lodge is a top luxury spa hotel featuring 4 restaurants, a bar and an outdoor pool. Enjoy a facial, body scrub or detox wrap at the on-site spa. Another popular spa hotel in Vara Blanca is DondeLALO Hospedaje. See all spa hotels in Vara Blanca.

How is it to stay in Vara Blanca?

Couples looking to get away will find a romantic atmosphere in Vara Blanca, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the waterfalls. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its scenic landscape. In Vara Blanca, there are 11 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Vara Blanca.

What are the top places to visit in Vara Blanca?

The waterfalls and volcanoes exemplify the natural beauty, and places to admire include Barva Volcano and Braulio Carrillo National Park. You'll also find Hacienda Alsacia and Doka Estate in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Vara Blanca guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Vara Blanca?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in Vara Blanca are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.

Vara Blanca Hotels from ₹2,078

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Our top choices for Vara Blanca hotels

1. Poas Volcano Lodge

2. Peace Lodge

3. Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca

4. Chalets Vistas del Poas

5. DondeLALO Hospedaje

6. Altura Hotel

7. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8. Hotel Pibi Boreal

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

11. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

12. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

13. Xandari Resort And Spa

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

16. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

18. Loma Tranquila

19. Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

20. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Stay near popular Vara Blanca attractions

Barva Volcano

Learn more about Vara Blanca

Top Vara Blanca Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel Mango

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Barceló San José

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

More cheap stays in Vara Blanca

Hotel Pacandé

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Toucan Hostel

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

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