Vara Blanca

Travel Guide

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Along the main trails in this park you can find massive trees to inspire you, and maybe to climb.
Red Eyed Tree Frog
You have to walk a lot, only 4x4 cars with a good driver, yes a good driver, can go all the way to the entrance of the park because the street is pretty bad. If not, you can walk from Sacramento (about 3 km: 2 miles) But it's worth it, it has breath taking views, be sure to bring a camera!
Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Via Poasito - Varablanca Vara Blanca Heredia
$135 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
$153 total
Jan 16 - Jan 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Vara Blanca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (531 reviews)
The most gorgeous property! Staff was top notch and made our stay even more amazing. Great breakfast and other dining options. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Poas Volcano Lodge
Peace Lodge

Peace Lodge

4.5 out of 5
20 min from Poas Volcano National Park Vara Blanca Heredia
$661 nightly
The price is $747 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$747 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury lodge in Vara Blanca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (520 reviews)
The room was great and you have an incredible staff. Everyone was very nice. We enjoyed the restaurants and the service and food were excellent.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

Peace Lodge
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$143 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$162 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,495 reviews)
Very efficient check in and check out. Shuttle was great. Nice facilities but locating a nice place to eat without a car was difficult. Also found the prices in snack shop to be very high.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Chalets Vistas del Poas

Chalets Vistas del Poas

3 out of 5
Calle Colibri Vara Blanca Heredia
Stay at this cabin in Vara Blanca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Corso Lechería and Colinas del Poas are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Family run, amazing staff, adorable A frame cabins in the clouds.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Chalets Vistas del Poas
Mountain chalet, family, studio and pet friendly!

Mountain chalet, family, studio and pet friendly!

2 out of 5
Heredia Heredia
Stay at this cabin in Vara Blanca. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Corso Lechería and Colinas del Poas are located nearby.
Mountain chalet, family, studio and pet friendly!
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 out of 5
East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (946 reviews)
Si no tienes carro es muy incómodo, no cuenta con restaurante para comer algo en las tardes o dinner hay q ordenar para q se lo lleven a uno o salir Della propiedad y si ordenas por seguridad hay q ir hasta la entrada a recoger tu orden. El desayuno bueno, tienen muchas cosas y los meseros muy atentos ...

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Vara Blanca

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The Peace Lodge hands down has the best staff I have ever had. We felt like family there. The General Manager, Roy, was our favorite. Freddy at Guest Services, Daniel and Melvin at the restaurants, Henry and John who worked w/ animals were A+ staff!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful town, a bit too quiet for my taste.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would highly recommend a trip to this area. Exactly how I had envisioned classic Costa Rica!

5/5 - Excellent

Carol

Very friendly and helpful staff. Pura vida!!!

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