Quinta Esencia
Ruta Nacional 712
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Why people book this hotel
“Very spacious”
“Spacious, modern room with lots of daylight and a very nice balcony with a great…”
“And the dog is friendly and loves to be stroked”
“The rooms are very nice, the stuff is super friendly, the few is amazing and we …”
“Location food if you want to visit Poás”
“A good location if you are going to Poas”
“The accommodations were very comfortable and clean”
“The loft was clean and spacious”
“Hotel is secured with a gate which makes parking perfect”
Overview
Quinta Esencia features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Alajuela City, 13 km from Poas National Park. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. La Paz Waterfall Gardens is 16 km from the lodge, while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 20 km from Quinta Esencia.
Traveller reviews
Baljinder
couple
March 4, 2026
“Looks better in the photos”
Location food if you want to visit Poás. Also the visit from resident dog was lovely. Very spacious.
Priscila
couple
March 1, 2026
Everything was great and thought for each detail. Will def repeat.
Noémi
couple
February 23, 2026
“Spacious and bright studio with great view.”
Spacious, modern room with lots of daylight and a very nice balcony with a great view. Large and comfortable bed and two sinks in the bathroom. Although some other studios are close by it felt very private and we weren't overlooked. Easy enough self-check in with good instructions.
Jackie
couple
January 23, 2026
“Lovely start to Costa Rica”
Loved the view and a super comfy bed
S.Beyer
couple
January 13, 2026
This truly spacious accommodation offers all the amenities you need for a longer stay. A huge living room with a well-equipped kitchen, a view of the mountains, a large bedroom, a large bathroom and a veranda. And the dog is friendly and loves to be stroked.
Ljilja
couple
December 24, 2025
“We will be back!”
Everything was beautiful.The rooms are very nice, the stuff is super friendly, the few is amazing and we loved the dogs. We saw a rainbow in the morning from the property.
Nattalia
couple
December 6, 2025
“Cosy lodge near La Paz waterfalls”
Beautiful view, great host
Daniela
couple
September 18, 2025
“Good value for the price and driving through the country.”
Well located, very quite and totally in the nature. The house was cute. Not far from Poas volcano and some coffee farms. Check-in was very easy and good described by the owners.
David
couple
September 10, 2025
“Nice place in a nice location, albeit a bit hard to find.”
Quality appliances in the kitchenette, king size bed. Spacious place. Liked it so much, I extended my stay to two nights. Beautifully landscaped.
Michel Laframboise
solo_traveller
November 4, 2024
I liked this studio in the mountains. A good location if you are going to Poas. The view is fabulous. This is a nice little studio for one or two people with a very comfortable bed, patio and small kitchen. The owners are easy to communicate with. Everything was very good.
Sam
couple
July 13, 2024
“Would recommend to anyone who plans on visiting poas volcano to stay here”
The view from the studio was amazing! Minnie the dog was very friendly
Hasan
couple
June 27, 2024
“Central to both Poás volcano and the waterfalls.”
Nice views. Gated compound. Bed was very comfy. The staff were super responsive on the chat and helped with any issues that came up very quickly
Jan-Philipp
couple
May 9, 2024
“Perfect location to spend 1-2 nights in a peaceful setting.”
Great view and peaceful environment. Also easy check in and great support in individual requests. Felt also very safe.
Khushbu
couple
April 6, 2024
Lodge was in a beautiful location with great views and easy to get to. Easy check in process. Place was beautiful. Communication was also excellent and quick.
Nally
family_with_children
April 3, 2024
This was absolutely the best place we stayed at for our whole trip. We only stayed one night based on our travel plans but wished we would have been able to stay longer. The accommodations were very comfortable and clean. The views were unbeatable and offered a very relaxing atmosphere.
Elizabeth
couple
February 22, 2024
The views were beautiful, and the bathroom was very nice. However, it was more of an AirBnB than a lodge, which was not what we expected. The gate only intermittently worked, the key to the room was in a Masterbox, and there was no shampoo for the shower.
Willem
couple
January 11, 2024
Views from the room were stunning! Hotel is secured with a gate which makes parking perfect! Communication with host excellent
Yotam
couple
January 9, 2024
Great location and wonderful view! The staff was very attentive and welcoming. The loft was clean and spacious. Highly recommended for a weekend getaway!
neil
couple
December 7, 2023
Amazing views right outside the large sliding door with balcony
Angeline
couple
November 14, 2023
The place was nice and clean. They even left some wood for the night and let the gate door open as we arrived late. The cute dogs in front of the Windows in the morning is a plus for me :)
Facilities
Activities
Hiking, Walking tours
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking throughout, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Services
Express check-in/check-out
Apartment with Mountain View Mountain Retreat
This apartment comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The well-fitted kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a private entrance, a coffee machine and a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe King Studio Vista Suite
Featuring a private entrance, this suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The suite provides soundproof walls, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe King Suite POAS Master Suite
This spacious suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The well-equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a private entrance, a coffee machine and a seating area as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Studio
This suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The well-equipped kitchenette has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The unit has a seating area, a private entrance, a coffee machine and also features garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Studio with Mountain View Colibri Studio
Offering free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Among the room amenities are a private entrance, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as outdoor furniture and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Studio with Mountain View Quinta Esencia Loft
The well-fitted kitchenette features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious studio provides a private entrance and soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Studio with Mountain View Studio Panorama
Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The studio features a private entrance, soundproof walls, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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