Tifakara by the Waterfall

Hotels
9.6 (779 reviews)
300 metros Oeste de la Catarata de la Fortuna , Fortuna , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Beautiful location
Cons:
Minor issues with insects in the bathroom

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
The property is beautifully maintained with clean and inviting spaces.
Service
10
Staff showed exceptional kindness and went above and beyond for guests.
Location
9.8
Located in a beautiful forest with scenic views, very tranquil.
Room Quality
9.34
Rooms were quiet, clean and well-kept, with thoughtful details.
Amenities
9.29
Amenities included hot tubs and excellent breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.82
Affordable for the quality of service and experience offered.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Food was praised as great and toothsome, especially at the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.93
Guests had an amazing and memorable stay, highly recommending this hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:22

Property Description

Stunning Views of Arenal Volcano
Located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park, Tifakara Boutique Hotel offers breathtaking views of the majestic volcano. Each room features a balcony where you can admire the volcanic landscape while enjoying modern amenities like free WiFi and a coffee machine.

Charming Garden Oasis
Surrounded by lush gardens, the hotel provides a tranquil escape for guests. Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a refreshing drink at the on-site bar. The peaceful ambiance and mountain vistas create a perfect setting for a relaxing vacation.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Start your day with a delicious complimentary breakfast before embarking on adventures arranged by the tour desk. With air conditioning, a seating area, and free toiletries, the rooms ensure a comfortable stay. Plus, the free parking and attentive staff add convenience to your visit.

Experience the beauty of Arenal Volcano at Tifakara Boutique Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 779 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 10
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 9.34
Amenities: 9.29
Value for Money: 9.82
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.93
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Filip couple be
10
Paradise
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Michael extended_group fr
10
Exceptionnel
Pros:

Chambres exceptionnelles

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Linda solo_traveller ie
10
The staff were exceptional and so helpful
Pros:

What I loved was it was a small boutique hotel with amazing friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing everything was so nice

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Reuven solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

Everything, it was perfect

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Orlando family_with_children nl
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Andrea family_with_children at
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Gabriela couple cr
9
Relajante y romántico.
Pros:

Desde que llegamos al hotel las instalaciones nos parecieron increíbles, con mucho contacto con la naturaleza y ambiente relante, perfecto para descansar y pasar tiempo en pareja. Definitivamente me volvería a hospedar en el hotel.

Cons:

La habitación tiene unas vistas espectaculares, aunque sí esperaba un poco de más privacidad en el área del jacuzzi.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Victoria family_with_children gb
10
The most amazing 5 star boutique experience in a stunning location! Lovely lovely staff, delicious food. AMAZING!!
Pros:

Everything!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Paulo couple be
10
Incredible luxurious experience
Pros:

Amazing property with only 14 rooms which feels very secluded and relaxing. The heated swimming pool and jacuzzi are amazing. Given the location, it is possible to spot animals on the grounds. There’s a night walk every night to see frogs and sometimes snakes. All the staff, especially Cristel, were amazing and booked tours for us. The hotel’s restaurant is also very good!

Cons:

Everything was amazing

2026-07-26 via Nuitee
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mikikok192 Couples
10
Would definitely come back
Pros:

The hotel was beautiful, clean, with great access to the waterfall and the staff were wonderful and so helpful. Kevin gave great recommendations for places to eat nearby and his night tour of the hotel wildlife was such a fun bonus! Antonio at breakfast was so hospitable and Manuel is a good cook. I really enjoyed my avocado toast. Would definitely stay again!

2026-07-23 via Tripadvisor
couple cr
7
Pros:

El servicio y desayuno es bueno

Cons:

Pense que el hotel era diferente las fotos no reflejan lo que es el hotel

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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silviapO6986QB Family Brussels
10
Great hotel, great food at Bosque restaurant with excellent service
Pros:

We enjoyed very much our stay at Ti-fakara. The room, the swimming pool, jacuzzi, ping-pong table, game of billards. Our breakfast was delicious. You have a mix of buffet (fruit, yoghurt,juices... plus à la carte : salmon bagels, avocado toast, pancakes... a lot of choices. Antonio Mesera and chef Griselda made our breakfast being an enjoyable moment. Always ready to serve us with the highest standards. The burger for lunch was also a great choice. In the evening, we were also extremely well served by Chichi and Charlie. The tropical tuna is definitely a must-try! You can also enjoy good music from guest artists while eating delicious food. I wish they would sell a book with the recipes of the Bosquet restaurant dishes. The Coquito and cacique cocktails were so good that you felt immediately being on holidays. All the staff wants to make you feel welcome and special, which is highly appreciated. I highly recommend this hotel for the location, the high-quality and delicious food at the Bosque restaurant, great rooms with amazing view and above all for the amazing staff working there. We will definitely come back !

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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Marieke family_with_children nl
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Mariana solo_traveller pe
10
Great spot next to the Fortuna Waterfall
Pros:

Beautiful property gorgeous rooms. I liked the fact that it wasn't a massive hotel since is a very touristy area.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Eleazar solo_traveller cr
10
Supera las expectativas
Pros:

Las mejores habitaciones, las mejores instalaciones, el paisajismo, la iluminación, la decoración. TODO es de 10! Supera las expectativas. Aún con todo eso, la atención del personal es lo mejor, las personas en la recepción y en el restaurante fueron excepcionales, amables y simpáticos.

Cons:

Todo es genial! Lo único que haría es señalizar mejor para encontrar las habitaciones. Fuera de eso lo demás es perfecto

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Forman couple us
10
Great location, great food, great service!
Pros:

This hotel blew us away. We wanted to stay in a place that was nicer since we were in CR to celebrate our honeymoon, and nice doesn't even begin to describe this wonderful hotel. Every single worker was friendly and helpful, the housekeeping team made us cute towel animals (and kept the room pristine), and the view from our room was to die for. I mentioned to the staff that my husband's birthday was the following day and not only did the housekeeping team make him a little towel monkey, but also a towel birthday cake! Esther also drew him a little monkey on a birthday card! We loved the location-VERY close to La Fortuna waterfall and removed enough that it was quiet at night. The pool and hot tubs were lovely, and I believe we used them every single day. It was the perfect spot to relax after going on fun adventures in the morning. Another amenity we enjoyed was the night tour that they offer their guests. Dilan took us on our tour and he was very knowledgeable about the different species we saw and heard throughout the property. He also gets bonus points because he was very patient with the kids who joined the tour, even though they kept shining their lights right in his eyes haha. We also have to shoutout Kevin, who also works at the front desk-thank you for your help! The waitstaff in the restaurant were very sweet and brought us champagne to celebrate our honeymoon, even though we hadn't mentioned it. Its clear that there is a very strong team working here to upkeep the property and care for the guests. I hope they all get paid highly because they deserve it! We would love to come back someday to celebrate one of our wedding anniversaries- till then Tifakara! -Beth & Bryndon

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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marcus couple br
10
prestabilidade e cuidado em primeiro lugar
Pros:

cafe da manha e atendimento sao os melhores da costa rica

Cons:

gostei de tudo

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple de
9
traumhafter Wohlfühlort inmitten der Natur
Pros:

Das Hotel hat einen wunderbaren Blick auf den Vulkan, auch konnten wir vom Balkon aus Affen, Tucans, jede Menge Kolibris und sehr viele weitere Tiere beobachten. Die Mitarbeiter waren alle sehr freundlich, herzlich und serviceorientiert. Es ist ein kleines Hotel, das keine Wünsche offen lässt.

Cons:

Unser Badezimmer war sehr klein und es gab keine Ablagefläche.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Isabel solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

Comida y área de piscina

Cons:

Todo me gustó 😊

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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marcelloaO2774SJ Couples
10
Incredible- the perfect spot
Pros:

Beautiful location, beautiful people, and beautiful accomodation. We loved everything about Tifakara. The rooms were modern, staff extremely helpful and friendly, and food really good. We loved the location. Highly recommend!!!

2026-07-09 via Tripadvisor