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Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102368 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

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La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Popular LocationKalambu Hot Springs6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Fortuna Waterfall9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano22 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Great hosts, beautiful property, just a wonderful experience throughout our stay. No bug problems, even though I'm sure...
Jay N.
Mar 2, 2024

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos

Beautiful property surrounded by lush vegetation with lots of privacy next to the forest and a beautiful stream. Ideal for families or groups of friends. 10 minutes from the main attractions of the area (hot springs, theme parks, National Park, among others).
We have air conditioning, wifi, armchairs, tv, the house is very well equipped, the place is super quiet and is very close to the center of La Fortuna, just 10 minutes from downtown.
Rooms, fully equipped kitchen, parking, terrace.

Property manager

Arnaldo Araya Moreira

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Solo pueden fumar en el exterior de la casa

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,368 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Solo perros pequeños

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Hay cunas para los bebes

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa Colibri Fortuna, Carlos
Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos La Fortuna
Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Baldi Hot Springs and Tabacon Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 6 min drive
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 7 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 9 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pollo Fortuneño - 4 min walk
  • Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - 4 min walk
  • La Fonda 506 - 5 min walk
  • Chocolate Fusión - 10 min walk
  • La Fortuna Pub - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal, El Salto Fortuna River, and Arenal Adventure World. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Ecoglide Arenal Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Fortuna Adventure
We had a great stay! Great location to do adventure in La Fortuna!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our trip!
Casa Colíbri is wonderful! Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again. We were celebrating my 40th birthday. The house is one of the nicest places I've ever stayed. The hosts went above and beyond to educate guests about the property and the area nearby. They even provided videos of how to do or use certain things, like the stove, which was actually really helpful. Someone came by every morning to clean the pool and one day, he spotted a sloth on the property and took us to see it!! We loved the various wildlife we could see around the house including the sloth, toucans, lizards, butterflies, and of course, hummingbirds (not called hummingbird house for nothing!). A couple heads up for people that are tourists: the first night, I arrived before my friend and I didn't have access to a car. I asked the hosts for help ordering delivery. They helped me order traditional Costa Rican Arroz con Pollo. It cost $50USD for 2 portions AND a $15USD delivery fee. The entire week, I never saw Arroz con Pollo cost more than $10USD so clearly the delivery was exceptionally inflated. Definitely rent a car, you will need it, even though we were pretty close to everything. There is also a rooster on property that will crow pretty much all night. Nights I was exhausted, I could sleep through it but, it did wake me up several times. It would not stop me from staying here again but, something to keep in mind. The house is beautiful, spacious, comfortable, and equipped
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday
My phone didn't work even though I contacted my service. So we had a hard time contacting the host. But when we got there it was everything we had hoped for and more . It was so beautiful and peaceful. We can't wait to go back some day
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd A., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The peace and serenity in the country was most welcome yet it was not too far from the city. Everything was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Excellent priority for families to have a little extra space and to enjoy the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to be in La Fortuna
Lovely home, clean, great location and so peaceful. We enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
This was the perfect spot and everything we hoped for. So much room to spread out for a family of 4 and conveniently located near everything we wanted to see. Everyone there was so helpful and informative. Can't think of a better way to experience the La Fortuna area! We loved it. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay N., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely enchanting
Great hosts, beautiful property, just a wonderful experience throughout our stay. No bug problems, even though I'm sure in the tropical cloud forest they are present. The property is about a mile from La Fortuna proper. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and outdoor areas. Be sure to keep a lookout for wildlife, we saw sloths, iguanas, toucans, and scarlet macaws. I hope to visit Casa Colibrí again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We loved our stay at Casa Colibri. The house was clean and had everything we needed for cooking our own meals. It was close enough to all of the adventures we went on yet far enough away from town that we had a true feel for the rural vibe. Louis showed us the resident sloth! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quick week in Casa Colibri
This is a lovely house and is so much better than the description and photos on the VRBO site. The entire house has been updated with new luxurious bathrooms and a new kitchen. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property - off the beaten path but close to everything
The house was very modern and clean with a lovely infinity pool and gorgeous huge bathrooms. Nice to have Alexa at our disposal for lights etc. Very comfortable beds and lots of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S., Byron, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded My Expectations
Casa Colibrí exceeded my expectations. The house and property was much prettier than the pictures. The house suited are family of six. We saw toucans and macaws every day. The grounds keeper showed us a sloth on the property that totally made my girls trip. The house was gorgeous and looks brand new. The location is great because you're only a mile away from an awesome and clean super market (El Abuelo). We would definitely stay here again. I thought the pricing per person was an odd thing to have on a rental since I never came across this in my many rentals in the past. My parents decided to join us last minute which we had to increase our party size from 4 to 6, therefore had to pay extra for them. Regardless we would stay here again! Pura Vida!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and clean!
Beautiful home with great views. Home was very clean and well kept. My family and I were able to see a sloth on the property. Home is very close to many attractions around the La Fortuna area, so it makes for a easy commute! Arnaldo and his family are some of the best host we ever had. We will definitely be back, Pura Vida!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

marie w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, plenty of room
Lots of bedrooms & bathrooms for 6 adults (3 couples) & 2 teenagers to stay. Pool & outdoor dining area were beautiful, we spent most of our time outside when we were there. Easy drive into La Fortuna for activities & dining. Lots of parrots in the nearby trees & even a sloth for a few days! Main negatives were the daily visits by random dogs in the area. One of our party members is afraid of dogs & was constantly on alert for them & had to go inside multiple times a day when they would wander over. A/C unit did not work in one of the bedrooms, alerted property owner but as it was over Christmas holidays, not much could be done. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Stay
We had a lovely time at Casa Colibri in Arenal! We were 5 adults (parents and 3 adult children) traveling for the holiday. There was plenty of space for us to relax and have privacy. We really appreciate that Arnaldo the host was easy to contact and provided us with a welcome packet via email, so we weren’t bugging him with questions. The location was a little further from La Fortuna than we’d thought, but it was lovely. We felt very safe and had easy access to markets and restaurants. Looks like the kitchen had recently been improved by quite a bit and a few appliances had not been fully hooked up. We would’ve loved to have a clothes line or somewhere to hang wet swim clothes but we’re able to make do. Pool and outdoor area were great! Arenal is a must visit. Would absolutely stay at Casa Colibri again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Visit!
This was the perfect beginning to our trip! The house fit all our needs for our family of 5. My boys loved the amazing pool and we even got to see some sloths on the property. We enjoyed a couple of waterfalls nearby, bakeries and restaurants in town, and one of the many hot spring resorts in the area. There is so much to do in La Fortuna, we could have stayed another week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanford T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property - few minor issues
This is a wonderful property. It’s clean, well-maintained, modern, spacious, comfortable, and has an amazing, private pool. probably the best VRBO property we’ve ever stayed at. There are minor issues. This is not to discourage anyone from staying here, but to alert the property owner: - Kitchen cooktop is entirely digital, and difficult to operate. (It’s also partially broken, as evidenced by the error message). There is a video offered by the owner on how to turn on the cooktop, but it’s doesn’t go far enough. Operation of it is counter-intuitive. - Other kitchen equipment was lacking. All pots and pans were stainless steel, which is hard to use and harder to clean. There was one nin-stick pan that was too worn out to be used. No small spoons, only large ones. - Washer/dryer is exceedingly loud. Something is clearly amiss with the washing machine. - Bathroom door lock is broken. At first it didn’t work at all. The owner came by to fix it, but that actually made it worse. Now it’s east to get locked inside. The handle needs to be replaced. - Glass wall and doors to shower do not prevent water from escaping out if you accidentally aim the shower head at the glass. - Stray dogs wander on to the premises at night (This is a positive thing for people who love dogs) - There is a rooster in the compound who crows very early in the morning, like at 2 or 3 AM. He’s loud, and persistent. Wear earplugs to sleep. I would still stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrible experience
There are so many things that went wrong and understand some things were not in their control. 1) due to storm power went out and we slept with no ac and it was very humid - we didn't get any sleep that night 2) bugs everywhere- they mentioned there might be a few but they were in our beds, got in our luggage in the kitchen it was horrible 3) Netflix issue - it was 50/50 chance the tv worked it wasn't the best 4) pool lights - would go on and off while we tried to night swim - we ended up not using the pool very much 5) stray dogs - we were running from our house from the taxis because the stray dogs would run up on us - this also effected our pool stay 6) room lights - would flicker when using 7) bathroom doors didn't lock
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home near La Fortuna
The property was beautiful. The house was very clean, the beds were comfortable. There was lots of hot water, lots of towels, and the pool was lovely. I highly recommend this home. It is close to La Fortuna and many of the popular activities. We especially enjoyed the tour of the finca Don Jorge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family vacation near in La Fortuna
Nice, Clean house close to all the things to do in the La Fortuna area. Gated so you feel safe. My girls loved the infinity pool. Bedrooms were spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Fortuna base
Loved the house. It was bigger than we needed for family of 4, could have accommodated 8 easily. Secure location with gated entry. Saw sloth in trees and numerous bird species. Kids loved the good-sized pool with waterfall. Property manager promptly answered any questions we had. Only minus - located about 15 minutes from central La Fortuna, although not much of an inconvenience. Great family property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisha D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base in La Fortuna-Arenal area
Clean, well-equipped house 15 minutes south of La Fortuna. The veranda was spacious and the pool spotless. The kitchen was good for breakfasts and simple dinners. The beds were comfortable with ample storage. There was a generous supply of bath and pool towels. This was one of the cleanest VRBOs I've ever rented; BUT there are lots of bugs in Costa Rica and you need to clean every cup and counter asap to keep the gnats at bay. The AC was great. Having a washer-dryer was fantastic, but it was a surprisingly noisy (so no loads after bedtime). The house is one of three rental houses on a private, gated drive. The photos don't show the newer houses - but you can't help but see them when you sit by the pool, and they can't help but see you as they come and go. The other houses on the court that face towards the woods (Casa Esmerelda looks awesome this way) - but Casa Colibri parallels the driveway so has limited privacy. The views beyond the neighbors are an orchard, forest with bird life, and very distant mountains. The volcano is not visible from the house (but can be seen if you walk a bit uphill towards the entrance gate). We saw toucans every afternoon, and one morning there was a sloth that the workman showed my family. The property manager was quick to respond to any questions, and when asked, sent the gate and door codes the day before we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty property and nice house
Great house. Lots of room. Clean. Nice pool. Must have car. Tough to get ride share service to come to house to take you to La Fortuna, otherwise very nice property and house. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband & I just spent 2 weeks at this beautiful property. The house, gardens & pool were all immaculate. The area is very quiet but only an easy 15 minute drive from La Fortuna where there are lots of excellent restaurants & supermarkets. There is lots to do within a 45 minute drive from the house. It was great to go exploring the local area & then come back & cool off in the pool & finish the day off with a BBQ. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & will definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxation
4 of us came on a work trip and decided to spend a couple days ziplining and rafting before getting to work. This house was ideally located for our visits to both activities and we really enjoyed the layout of the house and the pool. My only wish was that we could have spent the entire week here rather than only a night or two. Arnaldo was incredibly helpful when I had user error with the lock and he provides a fantastic house manual. When my family returns to Costa Rica for a vacation I plan on staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023