Established Bed and Breakfast Association

There are now hundreds of Bed and Breakfasts in Costa Rica! We are list only B & Bs which have been established for a number of years, ones which visitors have enjoyed and return to year after year.

The popularity of Country Inns and B & Bs have grown, as visitors discover that they offer a superb alternative to large hotels. You learn more about the country, meet locals, expats married to locals, or expats living in Costa Rica as permanent residents. Your money stays in the country, and you really get to experience much more of Costa Rica! It's the smart choice...Personable reservations expert Pat Bliss is a long-time resident, former bed and breakfast owner, and knows these small lodges and hotels well.

Personalized service is our bottom line!

The following B & Bs are listed alphabetically and by location. There are several areas of Costa Rica that are popular tourist spots, and B & Bs do not exist as yet, so we will recommend the most popular country inns in that area. All B & Bs and Inns are small and cozy, owner-run, English-speaking, and (of course) nearly all serve breakfast.

Rates listed are high season rates. Rates are lower during the "green season" (April 15-Nov.15).

The board members of the Established Bed and Breakfast Group, all have lived in Costa Rica for a number of years and have traveled constantly to visit B & Bs in Costa Rica. As the B & Bs continue to grow, we have delegates in each area of Costa Rica for you to meet and keep us in touch with changes. Of course, we depend on you, the visitors, for feedback We value your opinions:

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL to connect you to all B & Bs. Call Pat Bliss at (506) 289-8638, fax (506) 228-1405, or e-mail us at crnow@amnet.co.cr.

We can connect you to a B & B that meets your needs.

Disclaimer: This page is for reference purposes also. We will make reservations based on your needs and preferences. This is not a travel guide and should not be used as a substitute for one.

We also have car rentals, jeep rentals and tours available. Ask for our recommendations.

BEACH INNS AND BED AND BREAKFASTS

La Costa de Papito (Cocles Beach, Caribbean)

Set in a lush garden are the individual spacious wood bungalows, surrounded by a shady porch with hammocks and chairs to relax within. A creative flair is evident in the locally designed furniture that is a mix of bamboo and native hardwoods.

$65 double. Breakfast served on your porch

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Villas del Caribe (Cocles Beach, Caribbean)

Luxury individual 2 bedroom condo homes with kitchens and balconies that overlook the beach. One of the few places built on the beach side. Also one of Costa Rica's best snorkeling areas.

$90 double season and $60 double in green season No breakfast.

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Magellan Inn (Cahuita, Caribbean)

This is a new inn with lovely gardens and tropical pool area. Full bar area. Located on the eastern coast 200 meters from the beach and one mile from Cahuita National Park. Great for hikers. Bus system from San Jose is excellent/

$69 double, includes tax. Continental breakfast is served.

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Casa Marbella (Tortuguero, Caribbean)

Casa Marbella is a new Bed and Breakfast that has recently opened in the village of Tortuguero. Friendly owners Daryl and Luz Denia Loth have opened up their home and converted it into a guest house with four rooms to fill a niche in the area and provide personalized service. Up to now if anyone wanted something more than basic clean and comfortable budget accommodations with hot water they had to look to the all-inclusive lodges in the area. Casa Marbella is located in the center of Tortuguero village in front of the Catholic Church and beside the Information Center. Its four small, tastefully appointed rooms have high ceilings with fans and lots of natural light. It is right on the river and the National park which is only one minute away by boat can be seen from the dock. The garden has a number of native trees and plants including beautiful orchids and bromeliads. There is walking access to the beach, National Park trails, the natural history museum of the Caribbean Conservation Corporation and of course the charming restaurants and shops of the village. They are installing a solar hot water system and will offer fax and internet access as soon as the private phone lines are hooked up in the village in late 2001 (when the National Telecommunications Company completes the last remaining stage of the project). Now you can enjoy a little luxury and freedom to explore in and around the village and not have to conform to a package hotel‰s meals, tours and brief visit to the charming village. When the new common-room and dock are completed the rooms will be $48 for a double and $30 for a single including a full breakfast. Inquire for current prices. Transport with local operators or tours in the canals with Daryl can be arranged.

$48 double, $30 single

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Casa Verde (Puerto Viejo, Caribbean)

Hear the surf in very clean lodge rooms with private bath and wonderful covered porches with hammocks. Small botanical gardens surround the inn.

$42 double. No breakfast.

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Miraflores B & B (Puerto Viejo, Caribbean)

This B & B is situated on the grounds of an exotic tropical flower plantation only 500 yards from the Caribbean Coast. Guests may choose excursions which provide a glimpse into the life of the local community. Sweat lodge on the premises; programs involve the Indians from the Bri-Bri Village. Beach area provides safe swimming, protected by the coral reef (good snorkeling).

$50 double. Breakfast with homemade ingredients.

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Villa Del Sol (Coco Beach, Guanacaste)

Large two-story airy B & B with 7 rooms and 5 bath. Sit on the large balcony and enjoy the views to the ocean. Home is one block ( 250 ft. ) to the beach. There is an interior garden, a great pool with splendid tropical surroundings. Sailing is a popular enjoyment of this area.

$50 double for shared bath. $45 double for private bath. Full breakfast

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Las Tortugas (Playa Grande, Guanacaste)

Great spot to observe nesting sea turtles. Designed to have minimal effect on nesting sea turtles. Private bath, a/c, pool, restaurant; beach and estuary trails. Fishing, diving, tours.

$70 double

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Hotel Sierra (Golfito, SW Pacific Coast)

Hotel Sierra offers this area's only luxury accommodations. They are conveniently near the airstrip and offer air-conditioning, restaurant, TV and pools.

There are no B & B's in this area which is definitely the last frontier.

$70 double Breakfast not available.

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Costa Verde (Manuel Antonio)

One of the nicest and closest inns to the National Park and beaches of Manuel Antonio. This small inn includes a pool, restaurant and views to the ocean. This is a frequented inn by our B & B tourists.

$99 double. $129 double deluxe. Breakfast not included in price.

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Hotel California (Manuel Antonio)

This large hotel offers a quaint feeling and personalized service. Its 22 handpainted rooms overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Hotel features kitchenettes, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, balconies, cable TV. Completey rebuilt.

From the new owner: "I came to Costa Rica to help kids and drunks...I sponsor two schools in the zone, am actively involved in creating a school for handicapped kids in Parrita and am on the board of directors and a sponsor of events for Hogares Crea. We try to encourage "socially conscious tourism" which means taking people to tour schools, hooking them up with various groups when they have a special interest in education or drug and alcohol prevention and treatment."

$95. Breakfast not included in the price.

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La Colina (Manuel Antonio)

This is the only B & B in the National Park Area of Manuel Antonio. This casual but attractively decorated B & B has 5 rooms, each witha private bath. Rooms are comfortable and clean. There is a swimming pool under construction. La Colina is located one mile from the National Park with bus transportation available. Hosts, Nichole and Matt are our delegates of the Manuel Antonio National Park Area.

$55 double, $90 suites. Breakfast.

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Jungle Lodge (Matapalo Beach, Guanacaste)

Jungle Lodge has three apartments right on the beach. These have full kitchens, hot water and laundry facilities and are located on a private pristine beach just one hour south of Manuel Antonio. There are not any B & B's here but this lodge is listed as it is a good site to view of the leatherback sea turtle egglaying from October to March

$40 double or $200 a week. Apartments sleep 4. Breakfast not available.

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Villa Casa Blanca (Ocotal Beach, Guanacaste)

A lovely 10-room Spanish Villa with ocean views, pool, lovely gardens and a thatched cabana offering a tropical breakfast. The beach and diving shop are near-by this B & B. This is one of the better diving areas of Costa Rica. Excellent area for swimming too.

$70 double Breakfast

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Sueño del Mar (Tamarindo Beach, Guanacaste)

Smallest and most eclectic B & B. A double thick adobe-style walls with a design that brings outside in and inside out. On the beach near a large estuary. Best nesting site for the Leatherback turtles from Oct. to March. Quaint beach community with great body surfing waves.

$95 double Breakfast

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Villa Alegre (Tamarindo Beach, Guanacaste)

Villa Alegre is a Classic Spanish style B & B, built by an adventurous couple from California.This beach front villa provides a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere within a tropical landscape. Enjoy the pool, horseshoes, shuffleboard or watch a sunset on the Pacific ocean.

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Casa Romantica (Nosara, Guanacaste)

A lovely two-storied white house stands in a landscaped garden among colorful banana trees. You can enjoy sitting at the semi-circular bar with satelite T.V., covered restaurant and pool area. Each room is clean and tastefully furnished with small kitchenette with refrigerator. You can relax in the tropical setting one minute from the beach. It has candelight dining on the patio.

$45 double Breakfast

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La Finisterra (Hermosa Beach, Guanacaste)

Set high on a hill overlooking the ocean. Yet it is a three minute walk to the beach. Pool, bar, restaurant, sailing, snorkeling..

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Pink Paradise B & B (Jaco)

Jaco Beach is an easy 1 1/2 hour drive from San Jose and this B & B is located one mile from the closest beach of Playa Ajuas. They are on one acre with swimming pool, air-conditioning, and hot water. Very quiet.

$50 double. Breakfast

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CENTRAL VALLEY ACCOMMODATION

Most tourists coming to Costa Rica stay in the San Jose and mountain areas. But there are several B & Bs in the Central Valley that are further from the airport but are still close to many points of interest in the Central Valley.

El Toucanet (Copey)

This five-cabin lodge is located in the mountains of Copey, 7000 feet above sea level and 20 miles from Cartago and a little over an hour from the airport. For those of you that like to get away, sit in the hot tub or ride horses through a peaceful forest and rushing mountain stream.

$60 double Breakfast

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Vista del Valle (Grecia)

This beautiful B & B sits on a coffee and citrus farm on the edge of a forested gorge that is a protected nature reserve. Thirty minutes from the airport in the direction of the beaches of Nicoya.

$115 double Breakfast

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Posada Mimosa (Grecia)

Tranquil country setting, 20 minutes west of the airport Posada Mimosa offers a spectacular scenic pool and tropical gardens with lots of birds and butterflies. English, French, German and Spanish spoken.

$68 double Breakfast

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Each room of this B & B has a theme and the architecture and hand-crafted furnishings are full of fantasy and wonderful creative touches. In one room the water for the bathtub flows from a rock waterfall.

$140 double standard, $225 double suite Breakfast

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Paraiso Canadiense (Santa Ana)

In a country setting just outside of Santa Ana, spacious furnished one- and two- bedrooms with kitchens, TV, hot water, pool, laundry for you, tourists, that would enjoy a longer stay in Costa Rica. Fifteen minutes to the airport and 5 minutes to shopping. Private, cozy and secure. Spanish, French and English spoken.

1 bedroom $50 day, $225 week, $550 a month

2 bedroom $60 day, $250 week, $600 month (no breakfast)

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SAN JOSE AND SUBURBS (INCLUDES LOCAL AND MOUNTAIN REGIONS)

Most of your bed and breakfasts are located in the Central Valley as you are able to take day trips to many points of interest. Many visitors find it difficult to move on from any of the following established B & Bs.

Sabana B & B (San JosÚ)

This B & B is run by a Costa Rican family who will shower you with attention. Located in a peaceful, safe and quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown San Jose. Rooms are equipped with private bath, hot water, cable TV (54 channels), radio alarm clock, fan, anti-allergic bedding, reading lamps, etc. English is spoken and children are welcome.

$58 double, $80 triple, $90 quadruple Continental breakfast

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Michele's B & B (Alajuela)

B & B located on old coffee plantation just ten minutes from the airport. German, English, Spanish spoken. Airport pick-up provided.

$55 double Breakfast

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Hotel Los Volcanoes (Alajuela)

This old mansion, which dates from the 1920's,is just ten minutes for the airport (free airport pickup). Located in the heart of the city of Alajuela. this hotel combines Old World ambience with modern facilties. Easy walk to everything.

$45 double private bath. $30 double shared bath. Breakfast

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Pura Vida (Alajuela)

This modest country guest house offers rooms with private baths and views of Poas Volcano. Restaurant and bar are surrounded by manicured garden grounds. This B & B is just 6 minutes to the airport!

$75 double Breakfast

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Xandari (Alajuela)

An intimate, luxurious, romantic inn and spa set on the grounds of a coffee and fruit plantation overlooking the Central Valley. Each simple-yet-elegant villa has custom-designed furniture and original works of art by one of the owners. Just twelve minutes from the airport it offerssix acres of scenic nature trails and five waterfalls. This relatively new lodge is not a B & B, but for those wishing a real cozy get-away this is it!

Villas are $15 & $165 and $135& $195 (Breakfast not included.)

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Casa Baker del Rio (Escazu)

Located hilltop Escazu on one acre is this spacious home with panoramic views and a paved walk to the river.

$50 double Breakfast

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Las Golondrinas (Escazu)

Enjoy a secluded, private cabana on a orchard with a view of the valley and mountain range. Farm fresh eggs, homemade tortillas and exotic fruit daily. Many flowers to enjoy. Come and relax.

$45 double breakfast

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Posada El Quijote (Escazu)

A lovely, magnificently charming colonial inn located on a hilltop with fantastic panoramic views of San Jose and Central Valley, just 15 minutes from the center of the city. All rooms with private bath, telephones, cable TV, reading library. Tropical gardens and terrace bar with fountain. Free airport pickup.

$65 double Breakfast

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Park Place B & B (Escazu)

This comfortable chalet offers views of the mountains and city lights of San Jose. Located in the small quaint town of Escazu, this cozy retreat is next to a bus line to San Jose; many points of interest are just 20 minutes away. It is only 25 minutes from the airport, so you may catch your flight home easily. Kitchen facilities are available.

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Villa Escazu (Escazu)

This Swiss chalet was built with Costa Rican hardwoods. Exquisite gardens contain a vast variety of trees and flowers which attract parrots, hummingbirds and butterflies. Breakfast is served on the verandah which offers fantastic views of the Central Valley. Banana trees surround the patio and croquet court. Only 15 minutes to San Jose. All tourist arrangements available.

$60 double Breakfast

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Costa Verde Inn (Escazu)

A bed and breakfast with amenities of a small resort. Nestled in the exclusive hills of Escazu just 20 minutes from the International airpor. This secluded country home has tennis courts and pool. Apts. available for a stay of one month or more.

$55 double, $45 off-season Breakfast

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Ara Macao (San Jose)

Very clean, with pleasant, sunny upstairs rooms and a nice eating area. Near the National Museum in Bario California.

$48 Double Breakfast

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La Casa Verde de Amon (San Jose)

Receiver of the "Best Restoration Award" (Costa Rica Circa 1910), was the family mansion of Don Carlos Saborio-Yglesias, a famous and influential figure in Costa Rican history. They are a National Historic Site and currently serve as a deluxe-Victorian Private Inn. This B & B resurrects the charm and ambiance early 20th C. Costa Rican life.

$86-$126 Double Breakfast

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Diana's Inn (San Jose

Located right in the heart of town. This eight room inn is secure and friendly. Within eight blocks (a 12 minute walk) is available some of the most visited places of San Jose: Museums, National Theater, Plaza, Cultural Centers, shops and night life.

$35 double includes tax Continental breakfast

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D'Raya Vida B & B Villa (San Jose)

This antebellum mansion is hidden in the heart of San Jose. Tranquil, secluded and safe, it is within 10 minutes of down-town. Luxurious rooms with views. Reasonable rates. Free airport pick-up.

$85 Double, Seventh night is free. Breakfast

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Kalexma (La Uruca)

This is a modest converted house in a residential section, 12 minutes to the airport. It is convenient for shopping. Located on the outskirts of San Jose.

$30 double Breakfast

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L'Ambiance (San Jose)

A small, exclusive and very quiet hotel in an old Spanish-style home with a courtyard and fountain. It is filled with antiques and features a gourmet restaurant.

$90 double Contintal Breakfast

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Edelweiss (San Jose)

Swiss owned 20-room inn. English, Spanish, German spoken. Elegant, comfortable, and conveniently located.

$50 double Buffet Continental Breakfast

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Maripaz (San Pedro)

This is a friendly Costa Rican home in San Pedro. Convenient for those visiting the University of Costa Rica or the area's many non-governmental organizations.

$30 double Breakfast

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Hotel Jade Y Oro (San Jose)

This is a Spanish-style mansion run by a Costa Rican family that speaks English. They are located eight blocks from downtown San Jose in a safe and quiet neighborhood. All rooms have private bath, hot water, fan, sage, internal gardens, coffee maker. Pets are accepted.

$70 double plus tax. Full breakfast and courtesy happy hour.

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Villa Belen (San Antonio de Belen)

This B & B is an elegant Spanish Colonial Estate which has gardens, pool, sauna, TV Lounge/library. Children are welcome. They are located ten minutes from the airport. For long-term there are 2 apartments available at $350 and $650 per month.

$60 double plus tax. Full Breakfast

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La Quinta (La Garita)

Beautiful country home with pool and a large garden..15 minutes from the airport with free pick-up. Area is quiet, relaxed, spacious and comfortable. Transport, TV, Internet available.Pets and children over 12 years welcome.

$50 double,$40 May-Nov., includes taxes. Breakfast

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Hotel El Prado (La Garita)

A small luxury inn located 15 minutes from the airport. This is a private, quiet, tropical lush grounds, pool and riverside setting. There are guided adventure tours. Children are welcome

$75 double. Buffet Breakfast.

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RIVERS AND RESERVES

El Cafetal Inn (Atenas, Sta.Eulalia)

A B & B located in the town of St. Eulalia de Atenas, a town known for the best climate in the world. The inn is nestled in a coffee plantation beside a picturesque river amongst a lush tropical rainforest. This inn has a Olympic- size pool, large comfortable rooms with baths (hot water), and gorgeous panoramic view terraces. "Tico" dishes are available in its El Jardin restaurant. Monthly rates available. Airport pickup gratis. Just 20 minutes from the airport.

$75 Double Breakfast

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La Quinta de Sarapiqui ( Sarapiqui: Northern Zone)

A small, exclusive and very quiet hotel in an old Spanish-style home with a courtyard and fountain. It is filled with antiques and features a gourmet restaurant.

$40-45 double Breakfast is available for $5 pp extra.

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Aviarious del Caribe (Caribbean Coast and Canals)

This very special B & B Lodge is located 15 minutes south of Limon and 5 miles from Cahuita National Park. This B & B is situated in a privately owned-and-operated wildlife sanctuary. The owners operate a sloth refuge. The spacious verandah of the lodge overlooks fresh water canals and lagoons, similar to Tortuguero National Park. Tours and fishing on waterways are available.

$75 double Breakfast

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Happy Rana Lodge (Guapiles)

Screened-in basic wooden cabins with hot water in the rainforest. The cabins are ten feet above the jungle floor and they take advantage of the cool breezes. The river below provides hiking trails, two swimming holes, waterfalls and a swinging bridge. Also horseback rides through the rainforest are available. Guapiles is the gateway to the Northshore Beaches of Costa Rica.

$50 for double includes tax and breakfast.

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El Sapo Dorado (Monteverde)

The "Golden Toad" is a friendly hotel/bar/restaurant. They feature spacious, comfortable, well-designed cabins with queen-sized beds, private bath, hot water, refrigerators, fireplaces and ocean views. The restaurant features original recipes of healthful and tasty cuisine and offers the "best" vegetarian dishes in Latin America. They serve elegant sunset dinners, accompanied by classical music on a terrace overlooking the gulf. The hosts are our delegates to the Monteverde Area.

$90 double Extra charge for breakfast.

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Fonda Vela Inn (Monteverde)

This converted dairy farm offers lovely large rooms, an art gallery, and excellent restaurant. There are 28 cabins in a primary forest near to the reserve.

$68 double Breakfast not included.

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Villa Verde (Monteverde)

These are cabins set in a mountain setting and are located a mile from the Monteverde Cloud Forest.

$49 double for cabins and $69 double for suites

note: There are no bed and breakfasts in the Monteverde Area.

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Posada El Encuentro (Rincon de la Viejo)

A perfect balance: attentive service in a tranquil, homey atmosphere. Daytime views of Rincon de la Vieja and Orosi volcanos are followed by starry nights. Adventurous visitors may explore a canyon trail behind the hotel which offers the opportunity to spot deer and tapirs. Its dining room serves up a delicious melange of German, Costa Rican and international dishes.

$80 double Breakfast

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Talari Mountain (Rivas-Perez Zeledon)

A resort with eight comfortable rooms with private baths and hot water. Each room has a terrace with splendid views. Located on a 20-acre finca along the El General River at the foot of the Chirripo Mountain. Equipment available to hike Chirripo. Bar, restaurant and swimming pool on premises. Horses, hiking tours and bird watching. English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch spoken.

$35-$48 double Continental Breakfast

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Rancho Naturalista (Turrialba)

Small lodge that caters to bird-watchers, naturalists and photographers. A system of nature trails take you through their private virgin rainforest reserve.

$135 per person per night (includes all meals and tours.

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Tarcoles Lodge (Tarcoles River)

This B & B sits at the mouth of the Rio Tarcoles. Geared towards serious bird-watchers.

$99 per person per night(includes all meals and tours).

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VOLCANOES

All active volcanoes can be reached by day trips from the Central Valley Area. Arenal Volcano is the most popular tourist spot.

Chalet Nicholas (Nuevo Arenal)

A tropical paradise located adjacent to a protected rain forest facing Lake Arenal with

a view of the Arenal Volcano. Many tropical birds and flowers along with a walk in aviary. Horseback riding and walking tours available. Hosts, John and Kathy, are our delegates for the Arenal area.

$59 double Breakfast

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Las Cabañitas (Volcano Arenal, La Fortuna)

These are a comfortable alternative to traditional B & B's They offer tile- roofed individual cabins with finely crafted in the traditional mannerÖ.For those tourists traveling by bus, these cabins offer easily accessibility by bus and close to volcano.

$79 double Breakfast not included.

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Mystica Lake Lodge (Arenal)

A good combination of the lodge and the Tico Wind Centere. A must for all wind surfers. Also, available are horses for riding. These are side by side cabins with verandahs for listening to the wind spew off the Arenal Volcano. Watch for armadillos. Their Pizzeria Restaurant is now open.

$50 double Continental breakfast

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Villa DeCary (Nuevo Arenal)

A country place with scenic views overlooking Lake Arenal and the lush Tilaran mountains. All rooms have a private bath and balcony. Tours of the Arenal Botanical Gardens

$69 Double Breakfast not included

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RIVERS AND RESERVES

El Cafetal Inn (Atenas, Sta.Eulalia)

A B & B located in the town of St. Eulalia de Atenas, a town known for the best climate in the world. The inn is nestled in a coffee plantation beside a picturesque river amongst a lush tropical rainforest. This inn has a Olympic- size pool, large comfortable rooms with baths (hot water), and gorgeous panoramic view terraces. "Tico" dishes are available in its El Jardin restaurant. Monthly rates available. Airport pick-up at nominal fee. It is 20 minutes from the airport.

$65 Double. Breakfast. Houses are available for rent for $650/month.

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Aviarious del Caribe (Caribbean Coast and Canals)

This very special B & B Lodge is located 15 minutes south of Limon and 5 miles from Cahuita National Park. This B & B is situated in a privately owned-and-operated wildlife sanctuary. The owners operate a sloth refuge. The spacious verandah of the lodge overlooks fresh water canals and lagoons, similar to Tortuguero National Park. Tours and fishing on waterways are available.

$65 double Breakfast

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

El Sapo Dorado (Monteverde)

The "Golden Toad" is a friendly hotel/bar/restaurant. They feature spacious, comfortable, well-designed cabins with queen-sized beds, private bath, hot water, refrigerators, fireplaces and ocean views. The restaurant features original recipes of healthful and tasty cuisine and offers the "best" vegetarian dishes in Latin America. They serve elegant sunset dinners, accompanied by classical music on a terrace overlooking the gulf. The hosts are our delegates to the Monteverde Area.

$80 double Extra charge for breakfast.

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Fonda Vela Inn (Monteverde)

This converted dairy farm offers lovely large rooms, an art gallery, and excellent restaurant. There are 28 cabins in a primary forest near to the reserve.

$85 double Breakfast not included.

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Villa Verde (Monteverde)

These are cabins set in a mountain setting and are located a mile from the Monteverde Cloud Forest.

$45 double for cabins and $65 double for suites

note: There are no bed and breakfasts in the Monteverde Area.

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Posada El Encuentro (Rincon de la Viejo)

A perfect balance: attentive service in a tranquil, homey atmosphere. Daytime views of Rincon de la Vieja and Orosi volcanos are followed by starry nights. Adventurous visitors may explore a canyon trail behind the hotel which offers the opportunity to spot deer and tapirs. Its dining room serves up a delicious melange of German, Costa Rican and international dishes.

$80 double Breakfast

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Talari Mountain (Rivas-Perez Zeledon)

A resort with eight comfortable rooms with private baths and hot water. Each room has a terrace with splendid views. Located on a 20-acre finca along the El General River at the foot of the Chirripo Mountain. Equipment available to hike Chirripo. Bar, restaurant and swimming pool on premises. Horses, hiking tours and bird watching. English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch spoken.

$35-$48 double Continental Breakfast

Reservations and Information (Be sure to specify name of hotel).

Terapin Lodge (Osa Peninsula/Corcovado National Park)

The camp is situated 2 km. from Corcovado National Park. Cabins are set at the foot of a pristine rainforest that goes to the height of 300 feet. A one-minute walk to miles of deserted black sand beach. All cabins have ocean views. Kayaking.

$40 per night, per person including meals.

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Delfin Amor Eco Lodge (Drake's Bay)

Rooms with balconies commanding spectacular ocean views. There are private beaches, lush rainforest, incredible wildlife, and encounters with over 24 species of dolphins and whales. Kayak with hundreds of dolphins in the bay. This is an established Marine Education Center.

$150 double (includes 3 meals a day); $45 a person with meals when four to a room.

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Rancho Naturalista (Turrialba)

Small lodge that caters to bird-watchers, naturalists and photographers. A system of nature trails take you through their private virgin rainforest reserve.

$135 per person per night (includes all meals and tours.

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Tarcoles Lodge (Tarcoles River)

This B & B sits at the mouth of the Rio Tarcoles. Geared towards serious bird-watchers.

$99 per person per night (includes all meals and tours).

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VOLCANOES

All active volcanoes can be reached by day trips from the Central Valley Area. Arenal Volcano is the most popular tourist spot.

Chalet Nicholas (Nuevo Arenal)

A tropical paradise located adjacent to a protected rain forest facing Lake Arenal with

a view of the Arenal Volcano. Many tropical birds and flowers along with a walk in aviary. Horseback riding and walking tours available. Hosts, John and Kathy, are our delegates for the Arenal area.

$69 double (high season) Breakfast.

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Las Cabañitas (Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna)

These are a comfortable alternative to traditional B & B's They offer tile-roofed individual cabins with finely crafted in the traditional manner. For those tourists traveling by bus, these cabins offer easily accessibility by bus and close to volcano.

$72.50 double Breakfast not included.

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Arenal Country Inn ( La Fortuna)

Cattle farm with cabins and pool. Shuttle to San Jose and Tamarindo available.

$75 double Breakfast not included.

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Cerro Chato Lodge (Arenal)

La Fortuna Lodge with direct view of the Arenal Volcano and a garden that attracts a multitude of bird species. Cozy and convenient to the hot springs and bus transportation from San Jose.Package tours to and from San Jose run $150.

$42 double, includes taxes Typical CR breakfast

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Arenal Country Club (Arenal: Tilaran)

New Country Club with spa.Has tennis, gym,sauna, indoorheated pool, steam baths, massage and lots of gardens.

$60 plus tax includes all facilities.

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B & B La Carreta (Arenal: Tilaran)

This B & B is in a private Spanish-style village, securely tucked away in the Northern highlands of Costa Rica. Stopover to the Volcano or Monteverde. Eight minutes from the door is views of the volcano and great view of the West end of Lake Arenal looking the length of the lake. Enjoy tour of the local history and many, many orchids in the tropical gardens.

$50 double Breakfast

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ONE CALL DOES IT ALL to connect you to all B & Bs. Call Pat Bliss at (506) 228 8726, fax (506) 228-1405, or e-mail us at crnow@amnet.co.cr.