Peace Lodge

In the cool highlands of Vara Blanca, Alajuela — set on a promenade/boardwalk and a short drive from Poás Volcano National Park (about 20 minutes). Family-friendly lodge minutes from Corso Lechería and within easy reach of nearby coffee farms and nature attractions. Roughly 30 km from the main San José international airport.

This Mediterranean-style lodge keeps things cozy and clever: 18 guestrooms with fireplaces and LED TVs, many with balconies or terraces and hammock spots. Expect in-room perks like jetted/Jacuzzi tubs, rainfall showers, safes and minibars; deluxe rooms add a refrigerator and coffee maker. Daily housekeeping and a quiet, neighbours-free setting make for misty mountain mornings and relaxed evenings. Note: reception has limited hours—advise your arrival time when booking.

Soak in the swimming pool or unwind at the on-site spa with massages, body treatments and facials (extra charge). There’s a bar and poolside bar, a coffee shop for quick bites, an arcade/game room, a library and children’s playrooms. Concierge and a tour desk help book local excursions. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

A computer station and multilingual staff support business needs. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are available. A roundtrip airport shuttle is offered for a surcharge and free self-parking is onsite.

Dine across multiple on-site restaurants and grab snacks or coffee at the cafe. A bar/lounge and poolside service keep drinks close. Buffet breakfasts are served daily (fee applies) and limited room service is available during set hours.