Offering a restaurant and free parking, Hotel Catarata Río Celeste is 0.9 mi from Rio Celeste Waterfall. A private bathroom with a shower is offered in each room at Catarata Río Celeste.
Hotel Cacao Río Celeste is offering accommodations in Bijagua. Offering barbecue facilities, the property is located within 5.6 mi of Rio Celeste Waterfall.
Anonymous
United States of America
Breakfast was amazing & we booked last minute with no problem. The property had lovely flowers and a cute tunnel type walkway to the dining area.
Located in a secluded rainforest, adjacent to the Tenorio Volcano National Park, Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel offers luxurious bungalows with a plasma TV. Facilities include an outdoor pool.
cbsw
United States of America
One of the top three nicest hotels I've ever visited. Hideaway Rio Celeste was absolutely stunning from top to bottom, I only wish we had more time to stay. I had seen the property before and thought it was gorgeous, but was nervous to book a luxury hotel with an unpredictable, potentially crying, infant. Hideaway Rio Celeste was so welcoming to us, and happily provided a travel crib.
First of all, the location itself feels like a private oasis and was the perfect halfway point between La Fortuna and Liberia Airport. There's not a ton around in terms things to do and places to eat, but the hotel essentially provides fantastic options for all of that. We only stayed for one night but would definitely come back for longer in the future. The morning before our checkout, we hiked the hotel's exclusive trails to Rio Celeste, and were able to swim in the gorgeous water (which you can't do if accessing the river from the National Park.) There were two difficulty options, and the Armadillo Trail was perfect for us with our infant in his carrier.
We ate both dinner and breakfast (included) in the restaurant and it was wonderful. (They're also in the process of building a new Asian restaurant that it seems will be finished soon.) The wait staff was absolutely wonderful, the dinner entertainment was fantastic. Yes, the meal was a bit pricey but was fairly consistent with what we'd found for pricing throughout our stay in Costa Rica. We also had the best time watching the many, many exotic species of birds in front of the dining room window while we ate breakfast.
We stayed in an absolutely stunning Garden View Casita. It was so private and so spacious. So many nice touches eveywhere-- including a private viewing porch and an amazing outdoor shower. The beds were so comfortable, the AC and water pressure were amazing. Again, just sad we didn't have more time to spend there. We'll be back!
Celeste Mountain Lodge is located 2.5 mi from Bijagua and 3.1 mi from the entrance to Tenorio Volcano National Park.
Susan
United States of America
Gorgeous grounds and great location. The garden was amazing to walk and bird watch. The staff was helpful and helped us Book tours. Nicely prepped meals with use local ingredients.
Located in Bijagua, 7 miles from Rio Celeste Waterfall, Cabinas Vista Miravalles provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Toland
United States of America
Host was very attentive, central location, beautiful view, very clean, comfortable bed
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge offers 60 hectares of Cocoa farm and guests can enjoy tours, chocolate and bird watching. The accommodations features a seating area.
William
Canada
I was impressed by the wood construction which gave it a rustic appeal but with all of the modern conveniences. The king bed was very comfortable and we loved the large deck where we observed many different birds.
Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Heliconias Rainforest Lodge offers accommodations in Bijagua. Guests can enjoy the rainforest. Free private parking is available on site.
CHRISTINE
France
beautiful property
close location to Tenerio NP and small town to eat
nice breakfast included
As a guest, you can take for free a 2h walk though the rainforest with hanging bridges- very beautiful!
Rincon Verde has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Bijagua, 31 miles from Cavernas de Venado. There's a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries.
Bijagua paradise Río Celeste is located in Bijagua, just 6.2 miles from Rio Celeste Waterfall and 23 miles from Miravalles Volcano. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio.
Domenic Canyon
United States of America
nice private house that felt like a cabin. there was a garden out front with red blue Jean frogs hopping around. also heard howler monkeys in the morning and at night. everyone was super helpful and friendly.
Located 7.2 mi from Rio Celeste Waterfall, Jardin entre Montañas offers a garden, and accommodations with a patio and free WiFi.
John
United States of America
Super fun two-night stay in this little neighborhood oasis. Owners are terrific and kind people, delicious breakfast and super filling (was not expecting that, thank you!). As others have mentioned, we sampled their homemade hot chocolate and the owner took us around on a little night tour of the gardens - especially loved seeing the sleeping birds all tucked in among the plants. Room, clean and comfy.
The location within the valley was great, with short walks...
The location within the valley was great, with short walks through the neighborhood to other areas full of birds. There was a very good restaurant about 100 meters away and a well furnished kitchen.
The beds were comfortable and everything was very clean, and sitting on the verandah drinking our morning coffee or a glass of wine in the afternoon listening to and watching the birds was very relaxing and pleasant.
There were panederias, restaurants and markets within easy walking distance of the property.
David
Costa Rica
10
Scored 10
Absolutely gorgeous area and a must-see for nature lovers!
Absolutely gorgeous area and a must-see for nature lovers! Tenorio National Park was wonderful, although quite crowded, so get there as early as possible. I highly recommend the hanging bridges trail at the Heliconias lodge because it was incredible and hardly anyone was there. We also got to see toucans on the road up there.
Long
United States of America
8.0
Scored 8.0
The town is essentially a series of businesses along Rte 6,...
The town is essentially a series of businesses along Rte 6, a major road heading North/South. It’s about 1 mile in length. Beautiful vistas coming from the south and heading between the 2 volcanoes of Tenorio and Miravalles. The town is not picturesque but it’s surroundings are. Besides hiking to the waterfall and the lagoon of Rio Celeste, which is an amazing color, there’s not a lot to do (or not a lot to do that you haven’t done elsewhere in CR). For bird watchers, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge and its boat tours on the river and lake come highly recommended. 2 nights of accommodations is good for most people. We stayed at Finca La Amistad, a working cacao farm, which I highly recommend. Bucolic surroundings, great owner and staff, nice accommodations and a nice chocolate tour makes it a great place to stay.
Richard
United States of America
8.0
Scored 8.0
Great little hike, we were happy to have Jose, as our guide.
Great little hike, we were happy to have Jose, as our guide. He was very knowledgeable and fun. We only wished his english or our spanish were better! We saw lovely birds, including scarlet macaws, a bat, monkeys, lizards. The park has 2 access points and the unofficial one was better as it was more natural and you didn't hear traffic noise.
Vladimir
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Be prepared for daily rain squalls even in "dry" season.
Be prepared for daily rain squalls even in "dry" season. Great cloud-forest hiking, especially to Catarata Bijagua--not many wild animals, but plenty of beautiful forests, rushing river, and waterfalls. In Bijagua, Restaurante/Pizzeria El Barrigon -- popular with locals as well as tourists -- has good-value casados.
Scott
10
Scored 10
Great lodges in wonderful garden with ponds, many birds ,...
Great lodges in wonderful garden with ponds, many birds , frogs, plants and trees. Fantastic host Victor who is most friendly, his wife also cooks great dinners and serves healthy breakfasts. Not far from national PARC and the lesser known but wonderful canu negro
Everything.
Getting cozy in the nice and clean room and looking outside the balcony is medicine against stress. Was so in need of that.
Staff is welcoming and warm, go the extra mile to help and you really feel like you matter. REAL COSTA RICAN people. I will mention Walvin; but the maintenance staff are also fantastic.
I made a necessary request to the hotel regarding a health related issue and they really took measures and followed up. This is really extraordinary in my experience.
I wish all places gave that feeling.
This is such a special place. It is tucked into the rainforest and located on the Rio Celeste. There is a hiking trail and direct access to the gorgeous river, beautiful pool, tons of wildlife and exceptional food. The staff was phenomenal (thank you especially to Nelson, Jason and Ismael!). Our room and the entire hotel felt so luxurious but not pretentious at all. We were really blown away. Definitely one of our favorite places we have ever stayed. Can't recommend highly enough!
The breakfasts and dinners were great. They have a very good chef. The location was excellent- an easy drive to the Park as well as to the town of Bijagua. The lodge was beautiful with nice common areas to sit, have a drink and look at all of the many plants growing inside of the lodge. The lodge also had large windows everywhere to look outside to see the spectacular grounds, manicured hedges and beautful flowers. They even had their own private hiking trail in the jungle.
When we arrived we got to choose between coffee or cacao as a welcoming drink and we also got some pieces of different chocolate to taste from, which was delicious :).
The included cacao tour was very interesting and the staff was very kind. The room was comfortable, pretty and there was also a mosquito net around the bed. Overall it’s a quiet location, perfect to get away from everyday stress.
We would have loved to stay longer than one night.
Nearly everything was fantastic! The price can’t be beat. We planned to drive to Rio Celeste to go hiking but then we were told there are private hiking trails to a waterfall at the lodge. We opted for this hike instead and had zero regrets. We got the entire waterfall and swimming hole to ourselves and saw frogs and butterflies on the path! Breakfast was included and it was delicious. The cabin itself was charming and comfortable.
It was a great location to get to the Rio Celeste hike early in the morning, only a few minutes away. The hotel staff was great. The pool was lovely. The room was spacious and clean. They had proper recycling bins on the grounds! We had a nice private porch looking out onto the rainforest. We inquired about a night tour (to see frogs, snakes, etc.) and they recommended a guide ($US25 each). The tour was very interesting.
just everything! amazing how lovely the owners Marcy and Brian created a beautiful „boutique“ style hotel. thst prooves again, that „luxury“ is not a question of big money, its of style and taste.
we had the pura vida bungalow and loved the view and the great bathroom. excellent breakfast was served at our terrasse. very kind staff. thanks to all for one of our best stays on our 3 weeks tour in CR.
One of the most friendly hostel stuff we've ever met. They helped us organizing our trips and gave some more advices what to do around Bijagua.
Furthemore, they prepared us a very large and delicious breakfast every morning. There was lots of space in the dorm room to store our luggage. The kitchen was well-equipped.
The bungalow was beautiful inside and outside in a wonderful location. The warm hospitality of the hosts made our 3 night stay really special. We will be back for a longer stay. The location is ideal for exploring Tenorio NP and Rio Celeste area. It's about 3km from Bijagua on a good road.
Run by a lovely family who have built the cabins and grown the garden from the ground up. We were able to grind our own cacao, take a night tour of the garden for frogs, and explored the area around bijagua, of course including el Rio Celeste.
I loved the beautiful grounds and the close location to the Tenario volcano, and the Rio Celeste river. The owners, Marcy, and Brian, were extremely helpful in every way. The included breakfast was definitely a plus.
The room was comfortable and clean with a 'frig and AC. The apartment is a bit hard to find, especially since we arrived at night. Pull in to a small, grassy driveway area right by the Rio Celeste Dreams sign.
The Rio Celeste Backpackers Hostel was a clean and comfortable stay! Denora and her daughter were incredible kind and helpful - they helped order a taxi to the park and assisted with the bus schedule.
The staff were fantastic, tho little English, they were all very accommodating. Good was very good, close to Rio Celeste, recommend 4x4 vehicle to access property. Excellent value for money.
+ great trails (free if you are in the hotel)
+ very friendly staff
+ nice property and garden
+ good breakfast
+ free parking, spacious room, nice balcony / porch
The family that hosts the property were agreeable and offered to assist me in contacting other helpful persons in the Bijagua area. Very pleasant people.
Tremendous views, helpful staff, nice gardens, fast internet, delicious breakfast, very fair price - favorite budget hotel of my whole trip to Costa Rica!
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