Villa Lapas Jungle Village

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and bars

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Exterior
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Exterior
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
3 km south from Carara National Park, Garabito, Jaco, Tárcoles, Puntarenas
  • Playa Tárcoles
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Carara National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Playa Agujas
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)

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Room options

Standard king

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Tree House, 1 King Bed, River View

  • 420 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Estándar Queen, Mountain View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Deluxe With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Bed(s)

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

Room Superior With River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

About the neighborhood

Tárcoles

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Tárcoles, Villa Lapas Jungle Village is within 3 miles (5 km) of Carara National Park. This 76-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Playa Tárcoles - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carara National Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Hacienda las Agujas - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Playa Agujas - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Mantas Beach - 18 min drive - 8.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Carabelas - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪El Hicaco Grill Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Los Guarumos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vista Mar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Fiesta del Marisco - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Villa Lapas Jungle Village

Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and bars
Guests staying at Villa Lapas Jungle Village enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 25-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Ceiling fans, hair dryers, and safes are also available.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

Children under 7 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Casa del Rio

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 861 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Villa Lapas
Villa Lapas
Villa Lapas Hotel
Villa Lapas Hotel Tarcoles
Villa Lapas Tarcoles
Villa Lapas Rainforest Eco-Resort Hotel Tarcoles
Villa Lapas Rainforest Eco-Resort Hotel
Villa Lapas Rainforest Eco-Resort Tarcoles
Villa Lapas Rainforest Eco-Resort
Villa Lapas Rainforest Eco Resort
Lapas Jungle Village Tarcoles
Villa Lapas Jungle Village Hotel
Villa Lapas Rainforest Eco Resort
Villa Lapas Jungle Village Tárcoles
Villa Lapas Jungle Village All Inclusive
Villa Lapas Jungle Village Hotel Tárcoles

Frequently asked questions

Will I find all-inclusive rate plans at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

Villa Lapas Jungle Village has all inclusive rates that come with all meals included.

Is a free cancellation option available at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

Villa Lapas Jungle Village provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

This hotel is located in Tárcoles, close to Carara National Park, Mantas Beach, and Playa Agujas. You'll also find Playa Tárcoles and Jardín Pura Vida within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Villa Lapas Jungle Village feature a casino at the property?

No, Villa Lapas Jungle Village doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What do couples enjoy most about Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Villa Lapas Jungle Village have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Villa Lapas Jungle Village serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge at Casa del Rio.

Does Villa Lapas Jungle Village allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Villa Lapas Jungle Village though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

The closest major airport to Villa Lapas Jungle Village is Tambor (TMU), which is about 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Villa Lapas Jungle Village?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy river or garden views.

Does Villa Lapas Jungle Village have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Villa Lapas Jungle Village if that's in your vacation plans.

Villa Lapas Jungle Village Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 286 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here before several times and they have done and are continuing to do a lot of improvements. The entire staff from checking in , kitchen and wsit staff, grounds crew have all been very friendly and efficient. The grounds crew does a fantastic job of keeping the jungle and it's critters from literally taking over. There is a lot of wildlife to be seen just walking around and exploring the grounds. The food and beverages have all been very good. I'm staying in 1 of the 2 Tree House rooms and would higjly recommend choosing these rooms. Their balcony"s literally look over the Tarcolito stream and the jungle across the stream is alive with squaking Parrots and Macaws. Truly one of my favorite spots in Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a lovely setting. Casita wasn't fancy, but adequate. I enjoyed the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool spot. Will be back with my kids and friend with kids. Close to SJ CR easy peasy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was beautiful and had wonderful food, staff was very friendly and acommadating. Water was inconsistent only one day but otherwise was working. I would recommend this for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was nice, but de jacuzzi in the room doesn’t work and the staff did nothing about it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique, comfortable place with great walking trails, on-site dining, swimming pools, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danny

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air condition was not working, no hot water and the ceiling was following down with water!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was below average, no hot water, no water one morning. The buffet is mid/poor. Prices are fine. The staff was friendly. The grounds and trail are magnificent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family

Good jungle setting and pleasant place

Overall Villa Lapas Jungle Resort was a good place to stay. We had 2 rooms with breakfast, but did not pay for the all inclusive stay because we are vegetarian and don’t drink alcohol. Positives: 1. Front reception staff, restaurant, and housekeeping are all very nice. 2. The setting is beautiful and well designed facilities. 3. The playground was great for our grandson. This was a huge plus. 4. When termites invaded our room the staff helped clean it and gave us a different room nearby. 5. Breakfast was really good! We loved having local food available every morning. 6. Parking is free and available, usually near the rooms. Negatives. 1. Hot water was inconsistent in both rooms we used. 2. Everything costs extra. We were quoted 29 USD per person to eat lunch or supper. 3. The bridges trail is locked unless you pay a 30 USD fee to have a guided tour. This was a huge disappointment to us. We hike a lot as a family and selected Villa Lapas because of the chance to do some hiking together on the property. It didn’t seem right to charge hotel guests 30 USD per person to go on a hike on hotel property. 4. I’m a birdwatcher but found bird guides outside much more reasonable than the quote the hotel mentioned for me to use the one who comes to the property. Overall a good stay was good and we enjoyed our trip. We used Viator to book tours in the area, each tour was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's nice jungle,peaceful near to the beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

ROMAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice natural setting, but the property is old and run down, needs upgrade. The road to the hotel is bumpy and dusty. No good beaches around. The receptionist lady was busy talking to a colleague for too long when we checked in and we had remind her that we were waiting for her service.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Edgar

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More power sockets please
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff especially Susana, Adrian, and José...cause they made it absolutely amazing hands down. The store lady Eyleen Loria Sanchez...she was very sweet and friendly, and last but not least Daniela made the stay better with her friendliness. Food was amazing easy 30/10! All in all best expectation and experience I've had!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was wonderful! This place had a restaurant, a bridge of some historic background, a river, etc. This place was a 10 out of 10 near Jaco, Costa Rica. The staff was amazing and friendly. Near a lot of things to see and discover if you are a tourist! One of the best stays in Costa Rica for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is very nice and well worth the price. However, all-inclusive should encompass any drink the customer wants, not ones off a certain menu. Also, most all-inclusives are 24-7. I didn’t mind quiet time from 10-6. However, some guests were rude and didn’t care about the rules. In general, a very nice place to stay but need more variety of food.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is such a gem! Great value for the price. We stayed with our two young children (6 and 8 years old). It is conveniently located with plenty of parking. Absolutely loved the grounds and walking to breakfast each morning and taking a dip in the pool every afternoon. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro, Elmhurst

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, well kept property and friendly and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So many amazing animals and great service too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joanna

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We paid for all inclusive and the drinks and food was very limited and not good. Water bottles for our room are not included i asked the bar if i could get some he said no i could drink the water from the sink in our restroom or i can purchase some from the bar, our shower water was cold even after i mentioned it to the front desk several times, the bar is only open from 10am to 10pm, no room service, no snacks, dinner ends at 9pm and there is no food available after that, they did offer a continent breakfast the first morning of our stay when i asked why they didnt have one they told me because the didnt book many of their rooms so there werent a lot of people there. Worst hotel experience we've had.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024