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About this property
Featuring a beautiful mountain setting just one mile from Poás Volcano National Park, Altura Hotel features rooms with views of Costa Rica’s Central Valley. This charming hotel is in attractive grounds with gazebos and walking paths.
Each spacious room at Altura Hotel has simple, modern décor. There is a sitting area with a fireplace, flat-screen cable TV, a mini-fridge, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Free Wi-Fi is also available.
Guests can enjoy a continental or traditional Costa Rican breakfast in the Altura’s dining room. There is also a small library.
The staff at the hotel front desk can arrange excursions to local coffee plantations, national parks and waterfalls. Canopy tours of the rainforest at Las Colinas can also be arranged.
The hotel has a peaceful location outside Fraijanes, just a 20 minute drive from the city of Alajuela. San José is approximately 22 miles away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
7.2
Low score for Poasito
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Guests who stayed here loved
Mora
Costa Rica
“It's just amazing. The view is beautiful. Everyone there is always willing to help out. The room was equipped with everything you need to be comfortable. There are several spots where you can watch the sunset and the best part were definitely the...”
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Nadia
United States
“The breakfast was excellent. Great views and very good service. The room was clean and beautiful as advertised online.”
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Bethany
United States
“We stayed in the dome tent and it was very nice. The tent was very cozy and lots of space. Loved having the big tub in the room.”
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Gina
Canada
“The property was a special and quirky retreat. Art, flowers, whimsy, a donkey, and an evening campfire. Comfortable and nicely decorated room. A hot breakfast included.”
Aivazian
United States
“Very cozy. Beautiful flowers. Lovely view. Breakfast was good. Wish we had more time to stay here.”
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Ricardo
United States
“We booked the 2 tents. They were unique, clean and comfortable. We went during the rainy season so some of the views were blocked by clouds, but still beautiful! The rain on the tent was loud but also a very cool experience. Breakfast was...”
Jeannette
United States
“Breakfast was perfect! View from area was spectacular”
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Jorge
Costa Rica
“Amazing views, very well kept grounds, lovely rooms. Perfect location for the area. Breakfast was also pretty good. The pizza delivery place they recommend nearby is also great.”
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Jason
United States
“It was an amazing property - awesome location - not too busy - and super close to the Volcano! And the staff were perfect!”
John
United States
“Good location close to Poas National Park, grounds had beautiful gardens, room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was good.”
Hotel area info
House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
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Costa Rica“It's just amazing. The view is beautiful. Everyone there is always willing to help out. The room was equipped with everything you need to be comfortable. There are several spots where you can watch the sunset and the best part were definitely the...”
United States“The breakfast was excellent. Great views and very good service. The room was clean and beautiful as advertised online.”
Canada“The property was a special and quirky retreat. Art, flowers, whimsy, a donkey, and an evening campfire. Comfortable and nicely decorated room. A hot breakfast included.”
