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Hidden within lush cloud forests, the 300-foot Catarata del Toro waterfall plunges dramatically into an extinct volcanic crater. Hike well-maintained trails through Juan Castro Blanco National Park where rangers can point you towards the best spots for spotting rare quetzal birds.

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Top reviews in Bajos del Toro




Blue Morpho Lodge
Blue Morpho LodgeBajos del Toro
10/10 Excellent
We loved our stay here. The grounds of the property are beautiful and interesting with lots of birds and butterflies (note there is some small construction going on at the moment but this didn’t affect us). It was a relaxing and peaceful place for a few days with excellent hiking nearby to the waterfalls and river swimming pools. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the enclosed seating area at the front of each cabin, with fresh coffee provided, was a great place just to sit for a while....
We loved our stay here. The grounds of the property are beautiful and interesting with lots of birds and butterflies (note there is some small construction going on at the moment but this didn’t affect us). It was a relaxing and peaceful place for a few days with excellent hiking nearby to the waterfalls and river swimming pools. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the enclosed seating area at the front of each cabin, with fresh coffee provided, was a great place just to sit for a while....
Beverley




El Silencio Lodge and Spa
El Silencio Lodge and SpaToro Amarillo
10/10 Excellent
Once you've marvelled at your surroundings, your accommodation and the facilities, thinking that you must be dreaming, the staff and management just embrace you and you are part of the family. I travelled on my own but it was the same for couples too. All the staff at El Silencio are professional to the nth degree and their customer service first class but in a relaxing way that makes one feel at home. A fellow guest on the day of departure said she felt as though she was saying goodbye to her...
Once you've marvelled at your surroundings, your accommodation and the facilities, thinking that you must be dreaming, the staff and management just embrace you and you are part of the family. I travelled on my own but it was the same for couples too. All the staff at El Silencio are professional to the nth degree and their customer service first class but in a relaxing way that makes one feel at home. A fellow guest on the day of departure said she felt as though she was saying goodbye to her...
Helen




Bosque de Paz
Bosque de PazPalmira
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful place, we saw lots of birds and wildlife, food was delicious, staff were so helpful and friendly, we had a wonderful time here.
Beautiful place, we saw lots of birds and wildlife, food was delicious, staff were so helpful and friendly, we had a wonderful time here.
Anonymous traveller




Altura Hotel
Altura HotelSan Juan
10/10 Excellent
This was a great hotel, incredible views and comfortable room. Staff were friendly, will definitely want to visit and stay here again. Loved the breakfast in the morning.
This was a great hotel, incredible views and comfortable room. Staff were friendly, will definitely want to visit and stay here again. Loved the breakfast in the morning.
ARBINDERPAL




Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping
Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & GlampingSabana Redonda
10/10 Excellent
This was a great position near Poás Volcano. Max was very communicative and helpful, and we had a lovely nights sleep listening to the rain on the canvas. Make no mistake - these are glamping pods, and definitely still feels on the camping side (vs some “glamping” lodges out there which are more hotel like). But if you go in with those expectations, then you’ll have a lovely stay! Lots of strawberry farms and coffee tours nearby as well.
This was a great position near Poás Volcano. Max was very communicative and helpful, and we had a lovely nights sleep listening to the rain on the canvas. Make no mistake - these are glamping pods, and definitely still feels on the camping side (vs some “glamping” lodges out there which are more hotel like). But if you go in with those expectations, then you’ll have a lovely stay! Lots of strawberry farms and coffee tours nearby as well.
Rebecca




Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport AlajuelaRio Segundo
10/10 Excellent
Very clean, located close to airport and city mall is walking distance with food options. Cozy rooms, adequate parking if you rented a car. Helpful staff.
Very clean, located close to airport and city mall is walking distance with food options. Cozy rooms, adequate parking if you rented a car. Helpful staff.
Tajmarone




Peace Lodge
Peace LodgeVara Blanca
10/10 Excellent
One of the most amazing hotels - unique and beautiful. The staff go beyond to make your stay pleasant, the rooms are incredible. Being able to sleep at the foot of a vulcano in the midst of an animal sanctuary is a dream. Only down side is the a la carte breakfast which considering it was more than $65 for three could have been improved.
One of the most amazing hotels - unique and beautiful. The staff go beyond to make your stay pleasant, the rooms are incredible. Being able to sleep at the foot of a vulcano in the midst of an animal sanctuary is a dream. Only down side is the a la carte breakfast which considering it was more than $65 for three could have been improved.
Gaia




Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose AirportCacique
10/10 Excellent
Great location close to airport but you do get plane and some outside noise. Staff was great, room was good size, clean and functional. Breakfast was ok, not great as hot food variety was limited. But that’s nothing unusual. Overall enjoyed the stay and would recommend for anyone looking for a reasonable functional hotel close to airport.
Great location close to airport but you do get plane and some outside noise. Staff was great, room was good size, clean and functional. Breakfast was ok, not great as hot food variety was limited. But that’s nothing unusual. Overall enjoyed the stay and would recommend for anyone looking for a reasonable functional hotel close to airport.
Anish




Eco Granja Sostenible Don Lolo
Eco Granja Sostenible Don LoloQuesada
10/10 Excellent
With only 3 cabins set in beautiful trees overlooking Quesada and the Palma Valley, this place is magical. The hosts Luis and Marjorie run the fabulous La Hortensia restaurant with organically grown food from the farm.
Wanted to leave no review so that we could keep this place a secret!
With only 3 cabins set in beautiful trees overlooking Quesada and the Palma Valley, this place is magical. The hosts Luis and Marjorie run the fabulous La Hortensia restaurant with organically grown food from the farm.
Wanted to leave no review so that we could keep this place a secret!
Steven




Hotel Pibi Boreal
Hotel Pibi BorealDesamparados
10/10 Excellent
Lovely boutique-style built run hotel. Everything is exactly as described and pictured. We only stayed a night to break a long journey prior to flying out of SJO the following afternoon, but there's plenty to do in the area and it would make a great base if staying a little longer. Very comfortable beds, it was one of our best nights sleep of our trip! We had dinner in Alajuela, about 10 mins drive away with loads of choice, and went back to the town to kill a couple of hours the next day...
Lovely boutique-style built run hotel. Everything is exactly as described and pictured. We only stayed a night to break a long journey prior to flying out of SJO the following afternoon, but there's plenty to do in the area and it would make a great base if staying a little longer. Very comfortable beds, it was one of our best nights sleep of our trip! We had dinner in Alajuela, about 10 mins drive away with loads of choice, and went back to the town to kill a couple of hours the next day...
RICHARD




Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la MontañaSabana Redonda
10/10 Excellent
The hotel is incredible, would definitely return.
Hair dryers are not available for everyone, just first come first ask. WiFi was also not working great.
The hotel is incredible, would definitely return.
Hair dryers are not available for everyone, just first come first ask. WiFi was also not working great.
L




Poas Volcano Lodge
Poas Volcano LodgeVara Blanca
10/10 Excellent
Really beautiful property and grounds, lovely clean and comfortable room, amazing food at dinner, would highly recommend.
Really beautiful property and grounds, lovely clean and comfortable room, amazing food at dinner, would highly recommend.
Rachel




Hotel B&B Garden Grecia
Hotel B&B Garden GreciaSan Jose
10/10 Excellent
We drove to the hotel from San Jose airport. The road is good but lots of bends as you drive up towards Grecia. Our sat nav found it easily. It is in the countryside in a non touristy village (which added to its charm) and we were able to walk to the restaurants. There is a kitchen and dining area where you can get beer or wine and sit and chat to other people. You are surrounded by a lovely garden.
We drove to the hotel from San Jose airport. The road is good but lots of bends as you drive up towards Grecia. Our sat nav found it easily. It is in the countryside in a non touristy village (which added to its charm) and we were able to walk to the restaurants. There is a kitchen and dining area where you can get beer or wine and sit and chat to other people. You are surrounded by a lovely garden.
Chandy




Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast
Casa Amanecer Bed & BreakfastSan Juan
10/10 Excellent
This was such a lovely place to start our Costa Rican roadtrip! Elena was such a wonderful host and we loved meeting her. The breakfast was delicious and the setting was really pretty. Thank you!
This was such a lovely place to start our Costa Rican roadtrip! Elena was such a wonderful host and we loved meeting her. The breakfast was delicious and the setting was really pretty. Thank you!
Jonathan
