Peace Lodge

4.5 star property
Mediterranean lodge with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa
VIP Access

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Mountain view
Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, rainfall showerhead
Artisan Guest Room | View from room
Exterior
Monarch Villa | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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20 min from Poas Volcano National Park, Alajuela, Vara Blanca, Heredia
  • Place, Barva Volcano
  • Place, La Paz Waterfall Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Poás Volcano National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬
VIP Access
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  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Artisan Guest Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 635 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Artisan Guest Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Monarch Villa

  • 1200 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Vara Blanca

Peace Lodge places you 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Corso Lechería. This 18-room, 4.5-star lodge has 4 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Corso Lechería - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Poás Volcano National Park - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 28 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Braulio Carrillo National Park - 41 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fresas del Volcán - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Colibries Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freddo Fresas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fresas del Volcan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Sabor de la Montaña - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Peace Lodge

Mediterranean lodge with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa
Peace Lodge features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CRC 40000 per vehicle one way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury lodge include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
43-inch LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Along with relaxing touches like rainfall showers and jetted tubs, bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include fireplaces, minibars, and coffee makers.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

The onsite 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 15,000 to 20,000 for adults and CRC 10,000 to 15,000 for children
  • 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/airplane 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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/promenade
  • 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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2003
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available

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 staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 CRC 15000 to 20000 for adults, and CRC 10000 to 15000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 40000 per vehicle (one way)

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
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: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Peace Lodge?

Peace Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Peace Lodge?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peace Lodge on Oct 16, 2025 start from $488.47, excluding 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Peace Lodge?

This lodge is located in Vara Blanca, close to Poás Volcano National Park, Barva Volcano, and Poas Volcano. Corso Lechería is also within a driving distance of 2.4 mi.

Will I be able to park at Peace Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is there a spa available at Peace Lodge?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, reflexology, and detox wraps.

Does Peace Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Peace Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Peace Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Peace Lodge good for couples?

This riverfront lodge offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does Peace Lodge have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge feature private outdoor spa tubs.

Does Peace Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Peace Lodge has 4 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Peace Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Peace Lodge.

Does Peace Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Peace Lodge?

The closest major airport to Peace Lodge is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 17.9 mi away (68 minutes by car). Another top airport is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is located 28.2 mi away (90-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Peace Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at Peace Lodge offer a balcony and may feature mountain views.

Does Peace Lodge host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Peace Lodge.