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Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

Hotel

300 metros Oeste de la Catarata de la Fortuna

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
13 mentions

The staff, the team at the property were honestly the best, also the free evenin…

Such wonderful rooms, facilities, and the staff are fantastic - such lovely and …

Comfortable rooms
11 mentions

Immaculately clean, beautiful room, outstanding breakfast with fresh juiced, fre…

Really nice, big rooms with a great view

Great location
9 mentions

The location is also amazing — only a 5-minute walk to La Fortuna Waterfall

The hotel was beautiful, in a good location for the places we visited and our ro…

Breakfast available
7 mentions

The food was excellent with lots of choice, we especially enjoyed the breakfasts

The breakfast that is included is the best I’ve ever had with fresh fruit and go…

Clean rooms
6 mentions

Everything was spotless, very well maintained, with beautiful design and perfect…

The pool is clean and refreshing

Pool
3 mentions

There is a free ping pong table, and pool table, which, whilst being outside, is…

Gorgeous pool and beautiful location and defo take the evening from tour

Overview

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Tifakara Boutique Hotel is located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park in Fortuna where you can enjoy stunning volcanic views. Free WiFi access is available in this hotel. The accommodation will provide you with air conditioning and a balcony. There is also a coffee machine. The private bathroom comes with a bath or shower and free toiletries. You can enjoy mountain and garden views from the room. Extras include a seating area. At Tifakara Boutique Hotel you will find a garden and a bar. Breakfast is included in the price. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. This lodge is 116 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport and 140 km from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.

Traveller reviews

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Sandra

couple

May 12, 2026

10

Perfect spot to stay, gardens are lovely, hotel feels calm and exceptional staff

The staff, the team at the property were honestly the best, also the free evening ‘Frog Tour’ was better than ones we had paid lots of money for..such a great extra to offer and Kevin was great. Also, special mention to Crystal, although all the team were so so helpful.

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Olga

solo_traveller

May 9, 2026

10

I absolutely loved my stay here and would highly recommend this hotel.

I rarely write hotel reviews, but I genuinely wanted to share how much I loved this place. Staying in a bungalow surrounded by the jungle was such a special experience — absolutely beautiful and full of life. Everything was spotless, very well maintained, with beautiful design and perfectly done rooms. The location is also amazing — only a 5-minute walk to La Fortuna Waterfall.

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Rachel

couple

May 6, 2026

10

One of a kind place, would be thrilled to come back

It’s so beautiful. Such wonderful rooms, facilities, and the staff are fantastic - such lovely and welcoming people who are so kind.

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Rebecca

couple

May 5, 2026

10

Our favourite hotel in Costa Rica thank you for a wonderful stay.

The hotel was beautiful, in a good location for the places we visited and our room was light, spacious and spotlesly clean. We enjoyed the outside shower! Every member of staff was incredibly helpful and gave us lots if advice on trips, wildlife and the best routes to take. The food was excellent with lots of choice, we especially enjoyed the breakfasts.

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Tamara

couple

May 5, 2026

10

If heaven and paradise had a baby.

It is set right in the jungle and not a moment goes by that you can’t hear and see nature. There beautiful are paths around the property, a bird spot and a frog sanctuary. It’s so green and lush with flowers everywhere. The pool is clean and refreshing. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful and speak very good English. The breakfast that is included is the best I’ve ever had with fresh fruit and gourmet menu options, along with fresh coconut water and coffee all day. Simply amazing!

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Stefanie

couple

April 22, 2026

9

Best garden ever!

The garden is amazing! You can spot frogs, birds and we had a sloth hanging around right in front of our balcony! The complementary night tour was amzing! Big thank you to the concierge/reception - all of them, but especially Esther - who organized sooo much for us!

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James Osborn

couple

April 17, 2026

10

Wonderful location, outstanding wildlife opportunities, comfortable, excellent customer service.

This is a glorious place to stay. It is the perfect combination of comfort and being part of nature. The grounds are superb, and you will never be bored. Breakfast is wonderful too. The staff were all great, but a particular shout out to Kevin, and the nightlife walk he took us on around the hotel. So many frogs, and all sorts of interesting creatures. It always felt safe, but you could still get really close. He took amazing photos, and patiently shared them with everyone after the walk. He took time to answer questions, and for everyone to take their turn to look and take their own photos too. Also a shout out to Antonio in the restaurant who was always smiling, and gave us so many helpful tips on tours, and Costa Rica in general - an absolute legend. There is a free ping pong table, and pool table, which, whilst being outside, is protected from the elements (and the wildlife!!) The outside shower was also a lovely touch. Toucans were flying around the grounds at all times, and the coati came to visit most days too. Just wish we could have stayed for longer.

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Lisa

family_with_children

April 5, 2026

10

One of the best hotels in the world

The most beautiful accommodation with outstanding staff. Immaculately clean, beautiful room, outstanding breakfast with fresh juiced, fresh coconuts and cooked to order. Gorgeous pool and beautiful location and defo take the evening from tour. It’s free and amazing!

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Hinal89

couple

April 2, 2026

9

We stayed in one of the newer lodges overlooking the jungle which was incredible! Really nice, big rooms with a great view. The hotel is located right next to La Fortuna waterfall and close enough to town too (by car). The staff are incredible and really go out of your way to help accommodate any needs. Special shout out to Antonio who was always super happy at breakfast and the check-in and reservations team, in particular, Esther and Cyndy.

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Roman

couple

March 30, 2026

7

Great if I didn't experience Chachagua hotel first.

The staff are really great, specifically want to mention Cyndy from reception and Charlie & Chichi from the restaurant. They were super good to us.

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Mohammad Kaddah

couple

March 30, 2026

9

Location is amazing with nice view

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Lalouxox

solo_traveller

March 29, 2026

10

I gasped the first time I walked into my room and that feeling never wore off. From the jungle views off my balcony, to the sound system, to the (very welcome) Japanese toilet surprise, this hotel is genuinely among the best I've ever stayed at. The room felt brand new, the property is immaculate, and the food: breakfast, lunch, dinner, was delicious across the board. A special thanks to Antonie my server who gave me great recommendations. Also the hotel is perfectly located 5 minutes from the Fortuna waterfall. But what truly set this experience apart was the people. Kevin checked me in with such warmth and kindness, and his nightly nature tour of the property was a highlight of my entire trip. spotting frogs and little animals in the dark, receiving high-quality photos and being gifted stickers and a printed photo of one of the frogs. Genuinely thoughtful and memorable. Cynthia organized all my tours seamlessly. I did the hot springs and the Mistico Hanging Bridges, and I'd recommend both without hesitation. I was genuinely sad to leave. Can't wait to come back!

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Michael

couple

March 10, 2026

10

Awesome

Cindy and the whole staff was very friendly!

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Jeanette

couple

February 24, 2026

10

Beautiful property set in beautiful lush grounds. We spotted Toucans in the tree outside in the hotel grounds when we arrived! The room felt inviting and bright with everything to have an enjoyable stay.

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GABRIELĖ

couple

February 21, 2026

10

Everything was very clean and well organized — exactly like in the photos.

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Amir Salamat

couple

February 20, 2026

10

Cleanness, surrounded by nature, warming staff, room design, location, food quality

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Nikhita

couple

February 18, 2026

10

A delightful, relaxing stay with great service and very good food. Live music with dinner a bonus.

Personal service. Relaxed atmosphere, beautiful setting, good food.

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Sally

extended_group

February 17, 2026

8

Lovely hotel that feels like it's right in the middle of the rainforest.

The room and bed were large and comfortable. Loved having a shower that was open to the outside. Staff were extremely helpful and informative. Great to have a bird feeding station just outside the seating/eating area. Location is out of town (but only 10 minutes) so no traffic noise which was lovely. Breakfast was excellent and set you up for a day of tours or activities. Also lovely to have a hot tub on the balcony to wind down and relax at the end of a busy day. Finding tree frogs on a short night walk with the hotel staff was a bonus.

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Goran

couple

February 5, 2026

10

Wonderful stay in a green paradise

Beautiful location and great rooms

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Gill

couple

February 4, 2026

10

Lovely stay at a beautiful hotel

Beautiful hotel, very comfortable room . Staff are amazing.

Facilities

Activities

Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year)

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Food & Drink

Snack bar, Fruits, Breakfast options, Restaurant

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered

General

Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Allergy-free room, WiFi available in all areas, Adult only

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Garden, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year)

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool

Safety & security

24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Room service, Tour desk, Luggage storage

Comfort Double Room

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 28 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room

Guests will have a special experience as the double room features a hot tub. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 56 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Premium Quadruple Room

The hot tub is a top feature of this quadruple room. The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 4 guests 56 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 00:00
Check-outFrom 01:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 3:52 AM

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