Vara Blanca

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Peleides Blue Morpho (Morpho peleides limpida), La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Vara Blanca, Costa Rica
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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Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Via Poasito - Varablanca Vara Blanca Heredia
$130 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$146 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
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! (541 reviews)
Cloud rainforest stay. Rains all the time. Close to many sites and points of interest.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 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 Feb 23 to Feb 24
$747 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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! (527 reviews)
What a great place to stay in Costa Rica. The staff is outstanding and helpful in every single way. The room was excellent, comfortable beds, beautiful bathroom, and a front Lanai that is unbelievable.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Peace Lodge
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$171 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$194 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,466 reviews)
Location room is dark, not enough interior room light. Did use WiFi, you ask too many questions to use it

Reviewed on Feb 20, 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! (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! (968 reviews)
El hotel está genial, habitaciones grandes, espaciosas, cómodas y super equipadas. El personal es super amable. El desayuno es increible. 100% recomendado.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 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! (744 reviews)
Great value.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 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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