Peace Lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury lodge with 4 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are August, 2024 and September, 2024.
August 2024
September 2024

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Mountain view
Exterior
Artisan Guest Room | View from room
4 restaurants, breakfast served
Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, rainfall showerhead

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Spa
    Spa

Explore the area

Map
20 min from Poas Volcano National Park, Alajuela, Vara Blanca, Heredia
  • Popular LocationCorso Lechería5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Paz Waterfall Gardens7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoás Volcano National Park16 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)68 min drive

Room options

Artisan Guest Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Monarch Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 111 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 79 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Artisan Guest Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 59 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Vara Blanca

A luxury stay in Vara Blanca awaits you at Peace Lodge. You'll be 12.3 km (7.6 mi) from Poás Volcano National Park. Highlights at this family-friendly lodge include 4 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and detox wraps along with aromatherapy and reflexology. The restaurant, Restaurante Tortillas, is open for breakfast. The lodge's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 4.5-property class Vara Blanca lodge you'll find Braulio Carrillo National Park.

What's nearby

  • Corso Lechería - 5 min drive
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 7 min drive
  • Poás Volcano National Park - 16 min drive
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 21 min drive
  • Barva Volcano - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 41 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hacienda Alsacia - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fresas del Volcán - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Colibries Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freddo Fresas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Trout Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Peace Lodge

Luxury lodge with 4 restaurants and full-service spa
Peace Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the luxury Peace Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Vara Blanca lodge is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • Built in 2003
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Peace Lodge offers 18 accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Vara Blanca lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: CRC 5,000 to 15,000 per person
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Big Trout Bar
  • Colibries
  • Restaurante Tortillas
  • Vista Poas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2003
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Fireplace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CRC 5000 to 15000 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 40000 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Peace Lodge
Peace Lodge Vara Blanca
Peace Vara Blanca
Peace Lodge Lodge
Peace Lodge Vara Blanca
Peace Lodge Lodge Vara Blanca

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Peace Lodge?

Peace Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Peace Lodge?

As of 11 Aug 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peace Lodge on 28 Aug 2024 start from AU$609.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Peace Lodge?

Yep, Peace Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Peace Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Peace Lodge. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Peace Lodge have a pool?

Peace Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Peace Lodge?

Peace Lodge features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 4 restaurants. All guestrooms come with Private jetted baths and fireplaces.

What makes Peace Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as Jetted bath and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Peace Lodge.

Is Peace Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Peace Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Peace Lodge?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Does Peace Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peace Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Peace Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 4 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Peace Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Peace Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Peace Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 426 out of 461 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 461 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 461 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 461 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 461 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Peace Lodge is an incredible property. The rooms are like nothing you’ve ever seen - the design and thought put into the construction is beyond compare. It’s like something designed by Gaudi. We stayed two nights and enjoyed all of the animals, the waterfalls, the beautiful pools and hot tubs, and our room. The bathrooms are awe inspiring. My only small criticism is the beds, although beautiful, are on the stiffer side. May be common in Costa Rica though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latavia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very quiet and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vermettya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay. Staff was amazing and attentive. The grounds are open to people staying after the park closes so it was nice to explore. They offer animal interaction feeding for a reasonable price per the room regardless of number of people, which was great! Had free fishing on grounds which kids loved. Dinning was great. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Read the reviews so we expected it to be great. It's fantastic. Great staff. Amazing rooms. Loved the wildlife park. Setting is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal Lynn Apodaca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atyria

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always love staying at this property. It is a paradise dream and I love waking up to the birds saluting the rising Sun. This is my third time staying here at this property. This round I brought my 6 year old nephew who completely loved the animals and the waterfall trails and everything. I always recommend this property to everyone who is planning a visit to Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed here for 3 nights with my 8 yr old and it was amazing! So relaxing and lots to do. Everyone was super friendly and very knowledgeable about the animals on site. The food options were delicious with a very solid kids menu. Would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! Excellent customer service, spectacular amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds, nature
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most amazing hotel in the world
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ronit

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uniqe and special in every aspect. Lush green all around with rain forest flowers and plants, relax at the hot pool and jacuozy...and the room is the best full of character... and
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Al

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow!!
Exceeded our expectations. Literally felt like a private resort with no one on the waterfall trails and even the gardens were sparsely populated after they closed to the general public. We plan to come back without the kids in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and entirely unique. Very happy that we stayed there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britani, Salt Lake City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had amazing access to wildlife. We had been travelingb in Costa Rica for 2 weeks and had not gotten close enough to a Toucan or Sloth for a good photo. We saw both and so many more birds and animals. The waterfalls were beautiful too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, staff was amazing. The room was spacious and comfortable. We arrived late for check in, the restaurants where already close. They had some sandwiches prepared for us so we won’t have to sleep with hunger. Amazing surroundings, the waterfalls, the mini zoo, just beautiful! Would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, gorgeous environment, superb staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A must-stay
This place is unbelievable. It’s worth the trip from anywhere. Amazing amenities, rooms, things to do, staff, food, etc
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Mountain Home

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Peace Lodge is such a wonderful place to stay. I absolutely love everything about the room, bathroom and the outside balcony. The La Paz waterfall reserve is a great place to explore. This is my go to spot everytime I come to Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023