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Reviews of Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Colonia Blanca, Aguas Claras, 00011 Hacienda Santa María, Costa Rica

#1 of 2 hotels in Hacienda Santa María

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 85 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    6.8

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  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    10
    100% recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely lovely location, a hidden gem ! Bungalows were spacious and comfortable, the lady who runs the place is extremely nice and helpful - speaks English, Spanish, French … she was able to help us a lot organising our visits. The food was excellent and we had breakfast and dinner there everyday !

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    9.0
    We loved our cabin set among the sounds and sights of the rainforest.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful setting amongst the sights and sounds of the rainforest. Our host was amazingly helpful and told us how to get to a nearby natural hot springs. We didn’t see anyone else and had the springs all to ourselves! The Lodge is remote so we ate our meals on site. The food was very good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Birds and interesting plants abound around these rustic cabins in views of volcanos; be sure you know what to expect bef
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fridge in the cabins, but this is fine because they are supposed to be rustic. The curtains are very see-through and the bright lights from the pathway came into the cabin at night when it would have been nice to be dark. Also dogs barking loudly at night. There are no shops within walking distance so be prepared to eat in the restaurant all the time or to travel 5 miles or so to the nearest ones. But these things are a small price to pay for the wonderful peace and views of the volcanos.

    The grounds of the property and large and beautiful and peaceful for a wander. So many birds can be heard and seen! The gardens are full of rare and interesting plants too. One of the keepers of the place speaks excellent English and recommended a local walk up a mountainside, that was as fun and lovely as any expensive national park. Just few and local knowledge! She was also so helpful and recommended a good road for us to use when heading to our next destination. So much knowledge and such great help! We had planned one night but increased it to two, because we loved it so much we didn’t want to leave.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    WIFI is not available in the bungalows, only in the restaurant.

    We didn't originally have this area in our itinerary and went there spontaneously. The bungalows are set in beautiful grounds and you can watch birds all day long from your balcony. Breakfast and dinner were delicious and we were given lots of tips on what to do in the area.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    A slice of paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect place for nature lovers! Rustic cabins in stunning surroundings with the friendliest owners and staff. Most delicious food.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cabins are very rustic and could use some tlc, and since the restaurant doesn't open until 7 am, a coffee maker for the early risers would be nice.

    The staff was amazing and very helpful. The restaurant had good variety of meal options for both dinner and breakfast. The gardens/grounds were well maintained and the flowers and trees attracted many birds, we saw quite a few toucans in the morning hours .

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    Superb stay in rustic lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A slice of praduse. Beautiful lodges, beautiful area, amzing staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The remoteness of the area, the beauty of nature, and the wonderful horse tour.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    10
    Close up to nature and beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little bit out the way

    Loved the rustic cabins in the middle of nature; peace of the place; the lovely restaurant and the kind and very helpful staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location. The room was clean and comfortable. The nature is beautiful, there are a lot of birds at the park. The owner was very nice. She helped us with information for activities and also information about a next destination in Costa Rica. The food was also fine. I can recommend this place for everyone!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    10
    Staying here was like being in one of the scenes from the movie Encanto.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing is that some things in our room felt a bit humid, like sheets and towels but I think that’s normal because it’s in the middle of a rainforest.

    This has been my favourite stay on my Costa Rica trip so far. The property is breathtaking. We even had two toucans fly on our porch in the morning. Rosa is the sweetest host, and she made us delicious authentic Costa Rican meals. She explained that most of the food she makes comes straight from the land as they have farm animals and grow a lot of their food on the property. You could tell by the quality. Would highly recommend and will definitely be coming back!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    10
    The true definition of paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My stay was too short. Next time staying longer.

    Very clean and comfortable in a volcano jungle paradise setting.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can't think of anything I didn't like! Maybe the bugs outside? Lol, but it's the rainforest!! 😄 definitely loved this place and highly recommend it

    Great staff, awesome location in the rainforest, excellent food at the restaurant on site, beautiful location, and spacious room and bathroom. Great value for the price.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful area and very hospitable hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms don't have much in them, but they are clean and comfortable.

    A very rural location in a beautiful part of the country. Definitely off the beaten track (about 7km off the nearest bit of tarmac, actually). Quirky and individual cabins in a working farm area, but with well kept gardens and grounds. You can walk out from the property, but it is better to book a horse and guide - one of the highlights of the trip. The hosts provide meals (there is nowhere else to go really), but they are lovely, fresh and well cooked. We went to a hot springs nearby, as recommended by the host, and it was a good choice and much cheaper than those around La Fortuna. The hosts couldn't have been more helpful. We got a puncture in the hire car and they called a local garage on a Sunday to get it fixed.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    10
    Strong nature experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the place is rustic and maybe not super comfortable for everyone. Some bugs or mosquitos could get in at although not many did ( almost none).

    The staff were awesome, waking up and feeling very close to nature was a great experience for me and the family. The birds and nature were amazing. The cabin was super clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    10
    Most Excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    Location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great tips from the owner who speaks english very well and was going out of her way to make us comfortable, spacious rooms with a stunning view of the garden, loads of hummingbirds, dinner was also good

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent staff , very friendly , answered all our questions and needs. The food was also very good, we also enjoyed the hike to the river. Lots of birds and wild life around the property which was very nice to see.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2023

    8.0
    Great little bnb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing area, the property had all kinds of birds and critters. Probably the most rustic place we stayed on our trip. Comfortable beds. VERY loud night being so remote we could hear all sorts of animals. The howler monkeys started around 3 am. It was a neat experience but made for a bit of a restless sleep. Very friendly and accommodating staff.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    10
    We had a wonderful time there
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One cottage didn't have hot water but the weather was perfect so it didn't make a difference

    The food was the best. The people were 👍👍

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    8.0
    Lovely experience. Would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were extremely helpful and kind.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nature Birds Food was good Away from tourist spots Staff very helpful and friendly

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2023

    9.0
    Great experience! Thanks for owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    no comments

    owner the best friendly helping!!!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely place, flowers, birds, very relaxing

    Stayed in March 2023

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