Costa Rica, Volcanoes & Caribbean

7 nights accommodation in Standard Rooms at Hotel Colonial, La Fortuna Downtown Hotel Boutique and Hotel Ara Ambigua Lodge and 2 nights in Small Community Room at La Isla Inn.

Hotel Colonial
Colonial Hotel is located downtown San Jose, very close to many important governmental buildings, museums and parks as well as nice restaurants, stores and supermarkets. It is an elegant restored neocolonial mansion that once belonged to the owners of a well-know furniture store in San Jose. The house has many elegant details such as hand carved mahogany beams and tropical redwood floors. All rooms have ceiling fans, telephone and cable TV; some of them also have air conditioning. Some additional services available are laundry service, money exchange, luggage storage and free wireless internet access.

La Fortuna Downtown Hotel Boutique
La Fortuna Downtown Hotel is located in the North Region of Costa Rica, in La Fortuna Downtown from San Carlos. Its strategic location provides proximity to the main services such as restaurants, bars, grugstores, supermarkets, among others. Rooms are equipped with a private hot water bathroom, air conditioning, cable TV, mini fridge, and coffee maker. The hotel also offers complimentary WiFi access and a pool.

The property has 21 rooms divided into two categories. In addition, it has a 24-hour reception service, yoga classes, free wireless internet, swimming pool, private parking, laundry service, transportation and babysitting. Guests can enjoy La Parrilla de Maria Bonita Restaurant or some relaxing treatments at Mandala Spa. Also, the can visit the Nuwa Souvenir Shop or explore the area with the incredible adventure, nature and wildlife activities.

Hotel Ara Ambigua Lodge
Ara Ambigua Lodge is a beautiful property immersed in three protected hectares of secondary forest. Jut an hour and a half away from San Jose, it is the perfect spot for nature lovers; our guests can observe the flora and fauna, characteristic of the tropical rainforest. The lodge is surrounded by an ecological paradise with tropical gardens, where local species are exhibited. There are 40 charming standard rooms and 2 honeymoon rooms with air-conditioning, private bathroom, TV and a pleasant terrace to enjoy the garden and the mountain views. Ara Ambigua offers exquisite local and international dishes, including delicious pizza in the rustic restaurant. There is a large and comfortable pool for available.

Rooms includes A/C, private bathroom, TV and a nice terrace to enjoy the garden and mountain views.

La Isla Inn
La Isla Inn is located just 100 meters from the beautiful Cocles Beach, surrounded by lush vegetation and wildlife, thus providing an atmosphere of exclusivity, privacy and relaxation for all guests. Inspired by this environment, the hotel has 14 spacious rooms, with various amenities such as air conditioning, cable TV, refrigerator, coffee maker, safe and private bathroom with shower and toilet. The Hotel also has an outdoor pool, WiFi, common terrace, tourist information desk, laundry service and free parking.

Transportation in private air-conditioned coach.

Daily breakfast is included.

Optional services (not included)
The following are some optional services which we know would complement your itinerary (not included in the package price).

▪ Regular tour to Doka & Poas Volcano USD 110/per person (minimum 2 pax)
▪ Regular Arenal Volcano by the lake tour USD 127/per person (minimum 2 pax)
▪ Regular Floating Safari USD 74/per person (minimum 2 pax)
▪ Regular snorkeling & hiking USD 80/per person (minimum 2 pax)
▪ Regular hiking tour at Cahuita National Park USD 66/per person (minimum 2 pax)

Things to consider for a trip to Costa Rica
▪ Copies of passport.
▪ Sunscreen and insect repellent.
▪ Shirts: cotton or light synthetic, long- and short-sleeved.
▪ Dry fit clothing: cotton or light synthetic pants and shorts. Bring at least 2 sets of clothes that dry quickly (jeans not recommended and too slow to dry).
▪ Footwear: waterproof, light-weight hiking boots, river sandals (Teva-type sandals), tennis shoes/running shoes. If you do not bring hiking boots, make sure you bring TWO pairs of tennis shoes.
▪ If you are going to observe the turtle nesting at any of the nesting areas in the country, bring dark pants and shirt, and closed-toe shoes.
▪ Socks: bring extra pairs in case feet get wet.
▪ Rain gear: rain poncho and/or umbrella.
▪ Hat(s) with visor for rain and sun protection.
▪ Flashlight with spare batteries and bulb (a MUST for Corcovado area).
▪ Camera and extra batteries, charger and plenty of memory.
▪ Zip-lock plastic bags for personal belongings protection in case of rain.
▪ Extra prescription glasses and medication (if applicable).
▪ Small day pack or fanny pack for hikes.
▪ Sweater or light jacket.
▪ Sunglasses.
▪ Swimwear.