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El Lugar

4.5 star property
Luxury resort with free breakfast and spa services

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Av. El Lugar, Las Horquetas, Heredia, 41001
  • Costa Rican Bird Route
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • La Selva Biological Station
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Comfort Villa, Ensuite, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa)

  • 2185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Classic Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Junior Suite)

  • 1421 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Villa, Private Pool, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa w/ Plunge) | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive Villa, Private Pool, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa w/ Plunge)

  • 2185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Private pool

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP) | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

  • 1421 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Romantic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Superior Room with PP) | Private pool

Romantic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Superior Room with PP)

  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Double Room, Private Pool, Garden View (Suite Deluxe King) | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive Double Room, Private Pool, Garden View (Suite Deluxe King)

  • 1227 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Lake View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Classic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room)

  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Junior Suite) | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Classic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Junior Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room )

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room) | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room ) | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room )

  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Las Horquetas

Located in Tigre, El Lugar is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as La Selva Biological Station and Costa Rican Bird Route. This 4.5-star resort has 55 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Costa Rican Bird Route - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • San Juan–La Selva Biological Corridor - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • La Selva Biological Station - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion - 25 min drive - 14.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Lucrecia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casona Tica Linda - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria La Terraza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Casita Típica - ‬9 min drive

About this property

El Lugar

Luxury resort with free breakfast and spa services
Guests staying at El Lugar enjoy an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 238 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury resort include meeting rooms, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.
55-inch Smart TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and memory foam beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Minibars, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • 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

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Club House
  • Club House Wet Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,411 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 238 per person (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 uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include window guards
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: 7:00 AM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • 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.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near El Lugar?

This resort is situated in Tigre, close to La Selva Biological Station, Costa Rican Bird Route, and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque. You'll also find San Juan–La Selva Biological Corridor and San Agustin Church within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at El Lugar?

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

Is there a spa available at El Lugar?

Spa services at the resort include deep-tissue massages, Thai massages, couples treatments, and reflexology.

Does El Lugar include a casino?

No, El Lugar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at El Lugar?

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

Is El Lugar good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including Champagne service and in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at El Lugar?

No, this resort doesn't have a spa tub.

Does El Lugar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, El Lugar serves free breakfast (local cuisine) at Club House each morning.

Does El Lugar allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at El Lugar though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at El Lugar?

Yes, this resort has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at El Lugar?

Yes, some guestrooms at El Lugar offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

Does El Lugar have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at El Lugar.

El Lugar Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great stay!

Great property with tons of wildlife, great activities and great food. Staff was super attentive and very helpful. Family had a great time, will definitely stay again if I find myself in this part of Costa Rica again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

AELLEEN DEL

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

houman

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

Fantastic

Supper friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Claude

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024