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Peace Lodge

4.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade lodge with 4 restaurants and a full-service spa
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Mountain view
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Artisan Guest Room | View from room
Monarch Villa | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker
Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, rainfall showerhead

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, Corso Lechería
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • 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
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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

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Deluxe Room, Fireplace, Mountain View | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Artisan Guest Room, 2 Double Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Artisan Guest Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View

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

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Monarch Villa | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker

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.
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What's nearby

  • Corso Lechería - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Colinas del Poas - 17 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Poás Volcano National Park - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Doka Estate - 24 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Peace Lodge

Boardwalk/promenade 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 dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. 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.

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.

Is parking available on site 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, hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and reflexology.

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Peace Lodge?

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.

Reviews

Peace Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 513 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 513 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 513 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 513 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 513 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is a very clean and nice property. The level of service and amenities does not match the price. We have stayed at places in Costa Rica that are nicer and better attention to detail but for much less money. You would think that breakfast should be included at the very minimum. Bring your own water to drink they charge $4.50 for a 20 ounce bottle. We would recommend the La Paz Waterfall Gardens as a day trip but find other lodging nearby if you are price conscious. Also, there are lots of steps no matter what part of the property you are going to. If you are not able to do up and down stairways very well then do not stay here. Good experience overall. Too pricey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nivedita

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just beautiful. It’s like everything Costa Rica has to offer in one place. The staff and hotel manager are top notch. Highly recommend you bring your hiking shoes and enjoy the entire property. You will not be disappointed. This is a must see hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this no complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Manhattan Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto, Miami

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Peace Lodge was amazing. The service, to the delicious restaurants, to the night walk, and all of the animal sightings and viewings were truly amazing. Thank you to Michael and Andres for making this trip so memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for only two nights for my birthday, as we wanted to splurge a bit. This is a gorgeous, very well manicured 5-star resort. Upon arrival, we were upgraded to a higher level room for my birthday, so that front desk staff knew how to make an impression. The room was crazy amazing fabulous. Look at their website pics as they are very accurate. Expedia includes two tours when booking, so we got a fabulous night frog tour, and a half-day personalized tour of their wildlife sanctuary - Guide MICHAEL WAS AWESOME. We also participated in the butterfly release, which we will remember forever! The downside was the dinner restaurant (only one). The menu was super Americanized, and they were out of the one local fish! The first night took forever to get served, and they brought our appetizer, salad, and main dish all at once. The second night was my birthday, and although the server offered me a free dessert for my birthday, when they brought it, there was no candle, no offer to sing, no extra decoration on the plate, and no wishing me a happy birthday. I'm a little surprised by this as it was contrary to the front desk staff. Hey, Lee Banks, please train your restaurant staff to make a bigger deal of of birthdays. Also, put some more Costa Rican items on the menu! The food was VERY good for both breakfast (not included) and dinner, and beautifully plated. If you don't mind the price, don't miss this beautiful property, and ask for Michael as your guide!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is magical. It was true Costa Rica with five waterfalls and the rescued animals. I didn’t want to leave. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela Delfina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property, and provides excellent service. Definitely my favorite part of our Costa Rica trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Excellent staff. Great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous and lush with beautiful views and so much to do! There are nature trails, waterfalls, and it is one of the loveliest places to stay in Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

Peace Lodge is one of the premier resorts in the world that blends nature and comfort perfectly. There's an abundance of things to do right out your front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and attentive. Rusty the dog was so sweet. Property is great for children with the pool and animals, but there are a lot of stairs when walking and exploring. I’m not sure it would work for everyone. We got in late after the restaurant was closed, so they had sandwiches and fruit prepared in our room without us even asking. It was the little touches for us. We loved it here! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Redwood City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the warm welcome drink and hospitality. The grounds are beautiful and our room was over the top with all natural wood and stone decor. Our surname posted on the front door was a nice personalized touch! We loved the balcony hammock and jacuzzi tub, fireplace, and bathroom waterfall! Access to La Paz Waterfall Gardens for a huge aviary, exotic wildlife and gorgeous waterfalls. The property is terraced on a hill so lots of stairs.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Peace Lodge is a beautiful resort with the unique experience of having the wildlife within reach. Tours are offered through the resort to ensure safety and peace of mind when you leave the resort. The rooms are gorgeous and the La Paz Waterfall Gardens are easily accessible from the resort. Staying at Peace Lodge is an experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akeesa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024