Vara Blanca

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Peleides Blue Morpho (Morpho peleides limpida), La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Vara Blanca, Costa Rica
La Paz (Peace) Waterfall
Vara Blanca, Costa Rica - November 14, 2024 - the La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park - scenic pathway leading to a beautiful building with a wooden fence
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Along the main trails in this park you can find massive trees to inspire you, and maybe to climb.

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Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Via Poasito - Varablanca Vara Blanca Heredia
$115 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
$130 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
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! (546 reviews)
We could relax at the lodge. Meals were delicious and the staffs had wonderful hospitality. I wish I could get a little larger bath towel.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Poas Volcano Lodge
Peace Lodge

Peace Lodge

4.5 out of 5
20 min from Poas Volcano National Park Vara Blanca Heredia
$606 nightly
The price is $685 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$685 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (529 reviews)
Most relaxing and private location

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Peace Lodge
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$65 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$73 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,928 reviews)
Great restaurants on the property, friendly staff, great spa.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Barceló San José
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! (20 reviews)
Family run, amazing staff, adorable A frame cabins in the clouds.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Chalets Vistas del Poas
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (982 reviews)
The breakfast menu was fresh but somewhat repetitive. The staff were lovely. We'd have appreciated an extra place setting in the apartment and an extra pot and a dishcloth.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

3.5 out of 5
300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews)
One of the reasons I booked this hotel was that it stated in the description that the suite contained a washer and dryer. It doesn’t. The laundry room is downstairs and it costs US$12 to wash and dry a load. The suite itself was huge with a very comfortable bed in a separate bedroom. The breakfast ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
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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