Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest offers a genuine retreat into nature. Guests enjoy continental breakfast each morning before exploring the gardens or relaxing on the peaceful terrace. The warm hospitality consistently earns high marks from those who've stayed here.
Bijagua is home to Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest. Tenorio Volcano National Park and Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frog's Paradise and Butterfly Garden Paraíso. Miravalles Maze and FlyZone Wakeboard School are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Bijagua travel guide
3 km Sur Este Del Liceo De Bijagua, Bijagua, Alajuela, 21304
What's nearby
Tenorio Volcano National Park
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Tapir Valley Nature Reserve
39 min drive - 10.8 km
Restaurants
Pizzería El Barrigón
9 min drive
Restaurante y Marisquería Poro
10 min drive
El Sabor Dona Carmen
8 min drive
Restaurante La Danta
10 min drive
Tapirus Paradise
35 min drive
About this property
Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest
Lodge near Tenorio Volcano National Park
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest offer comforts, such as premium bedding, as well as
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and coffee/tea makers
Free offsite parking within 10 metres; reservations required
Offsite parking; reservations required
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
A restaurant
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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1 building
1 floor
Built in 1995
Mosquito nets
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 140 per vehicle (one way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
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Heliconias Lodge Upala
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Heliconias Hotel Bijagua De Upala
Heliconias Lodge Costa Rica/Bijagua De Upala
Albergue Heliconias Lodge Bijagua Upala, Alajuela
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Frequently asked questions
Is Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM.
What time is check-out at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 140 per vehicle applies.
Where is Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest located?
Situated in Bijagua, this lodge is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Tenorio Volcano National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Frog's Paradise and Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park. Llanos de Cortez Waterfall and Tapir Valley Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Wunderbar gelegene Lodge, tolle Aussicht, große Bungalows. Sehr zu empfehlen ist der Hanging Bridge Trail, der gleich neben der Lodge weggeht! Liebevoll serviertes Frühstück! Man kann auf Bestellung Abendessen, einfach, aber sehr gut.(Casado) Die Beleuchtung im Standard Bungalow ist nicht gerade für Romantiker, aber das ist eigentlich das Einzige, was man bekritteln kann!
We had the deluxe bungalow, it was very clean, spacious and private. Very safe place that is just outside the small town of Bijagua. Can get pretty windy at night which is normal in the mountains, I am a sensitive sleeper so earplugs and eye covers recommended to help you get a good nights rest. Reasonable price for a pretty cute place with friendly prompt service and nice breakfast. About 20-30min drive from Tenorio National Park to see Rio Celeste.
Nicole
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
6/10 Okay
Nathalie
18 Feb 2018
Disliked: Staff & service
Mauvais rapport qualité/prix
Pas de service de chambre comme prévu, pas d’articles de toilette, nouvelle gérance. Rapport qualité/prix inacceptable... Jeune réceptionniste Mélanie par contre adorable. Joli parcours avec ponts dans les arbres depuis l’hôtel
The customer service was great(thank you Kevin!) although it was the hiking trails that brought me here. Birds and monkeys, even a puma on the property in the morning (we only saw the tracks.) The breakfast was also fabulous, and the rooms so comfortable!!!!
Bountiful wildlife and wonderful customer service.
We saw puma tracks and howler monkeys calling. Loved the hikes and bridges, Kevin was so helpful!
Elle
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
8 Feb 2018
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
The staff was wonderful. The lodging was okay. The beds were hard but the water was hot for showers. The room had no climate control and their were airgaps that made the nights cold.
Very nice place to stay when visiting rio Celeste and surroundings. Hotel is well located and managed with passion and commitment to customer service by a warm and welcoming family. Highly recommend.
Hier hat man alles: Die Natur direkt vor dem Hotelzimmer, gepaart mit Komfort und sehr netten Menschen, die einen umsorgen und den Aufenthalt zum Genuss machen. Abgerundet wird das Ganze mit vielen Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in der Nähe.
Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen, wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!
Una muy buena experiencia en el hotel y un camino a recorrer precioso, con puentes colgantes y un paraje natural que merece mucho la pena. El servicio muy amable y con muchas ganas de agradar. Calidad /precio buena.
Excellent option if you want to be in contact with the nature, the hotel staff is friendly and they are pending to your needs
I do recommend that you take a walk on the bridges and the jungle, they are a few steps from the rooms
Also it is recommended that you bring a 4WD vehicle to arrive to their facilities since you have to drive around 3 km of an unpaved road, you can do it with a normal car, but it will be slower
Volcan Tenorio is close around 20 min from there!
Wenceslao
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
8/10 Good
Adrian
16 Apr 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sorpresa en Bijagua
Un lugar muy tranquilo, rodeado de naturaleza, buen clima y gente agradable.
Adrian
6/10 Okay
rafa
13 Apr 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Simple but fair
Nice staff
Awesome view
Road to the hotel is bumpy, a SUV is recommended
Sweet people no English. Water pressure in shower ver low. No screens on windows no ceiling fan or AC. Hot night too many bugs to open windows for air. Hard beds.
Una agradable experiencia en medio de un bosque lluvioso, muy tranquila la estancia q invitaba al descanso pleno
Rodolfo
4/10 Poor
GERARDO
18 Oct 2016
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
limpio
Le falta mas servicio al cliente, por ejrmplo no hay servicio de restaurante y el desayuno es poco variado
GERARDO
8/10 Good
Laura, Guadalaja, México.
17 Aug 2016
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excelentes vistas
La cabaña en donde nos hospedamos tenía una bonita ubicación rodeada de bosque y vegetación, a pesar de que es un lugar relativamente fresco no contamos con agua caliente, el servicio de wifi solamente lo puedes utilizar en áreas comunes y el desayuno es bastante austero, lo que vale la pena es la ubicación de los cabañas, el acceso al hotel es complicado si traes un carro compacto.
Excelente lugar, excelente servicio. La mejor relacion costo/beneficio en la zona de Bijagua. No hay TV en las habitaciones pero es un buen retiro de la ciudad
Heliconias is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. The food is decently priced and delicious. The views are stunning and the trails are great. Its a beautiful oasis and I hope to return one daym
yadira
8/10 Good
Monica
18 Apr 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bonita zona
Pueden mejorar servicio de internet y alimentación
Un lugar precioso, hermoso su entorno, muy tranquilo, delicioso descansar ahí, un clima espectacular
Verified traveller
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
11 Jan 2016
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Okay lodge to share with family
I am just reviewing the lodge, not the activities around it.
Pros:
The room was a good size and could accommodate 5 people (2 bunk beds) 1 king size and 1 single bed.
Bathroom was okay. You will see some bugs here and there but it is a lodge in the middle of the nature so it didn't bother me.
Cons:
I paid $97 for the cabin and they gave me the standard room $84.
Your suitcase will not roll on the floor as it is not paved. You will have to carry your bags all the way to your room. They gave me the room all the way in the back and I had to carry my bags alone, in the dark.
Be careful when looking for the hotel on Google map, I ended up 40 mins north from the lodge and had to drive all the way back.
No wifi in the room, I went to the lobby to ask for wifi and the owner gave me the password but it never worked. We tried many times and he was just clueless about why it didn't work and he didn't try to fix the issue.
Food was just okay, nothing great.