Altura Hotel

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.3

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About this property

Featuring a beautiful mountain setting just one mile from Poás Volcano National Park, Altura Hotel features rooms with views of Costa Rica’s Central Valley. This charming hotel is in attractive grounds with gazebos and walking paths. Each spacious room at Altura Hotel has simple, modern décor. There is a sitting area with a fireplace, flat-screen cable TV, a mini-fridge, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Free Wi-Fi is also available. Guests can enjoy a continental or traditional Costa Rican breakfast in the Altura’s dining room. There is also a small library. The staff at the hotel front desk can arrange excursions to local coffee plantations, national parks and waterfalls. Canopy tours of the rainforest at Las Colinas can also be arranged. The hotel has a peaceful location outside Fraijanes, just a 20 minute drive from the city of Alajuela. San José is approximately 22 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Patricia
United States United States
“Fabulous stay at your property! Excellent breakfast!”
Stephen
United States United States
“Altura Hotel is a quiet oasis, a little off the main drag but not far at all from Poas Volcano and many other attractions. The grounds are magnificent, with lots of sculpture, art and delightful surprises. Our accommodations were spacious,...”
Katingo
Greece Greece
“The view was great due to it's location. We really liked the theme of the property. The staff are very friendly and accomodating.”
Mora
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“It's just amazing. The view is beautiful. Everyone there is always willing to help out. The room was equipped with everything you need to be comfortable. There are several spots where you can watch the sunset and the best part were definitely the...”
Nadia
United States United States
“The breakfast was excellent. Great views and very good service. The room was clean and beautiful as advertised online.”
Estrada
Canada Canada
“Shower needs improvement- hot water run out fast- shampoo dispenser was not working”
Molly
United States United States
“The tent was neat. It’s also a fascinating property with great mountain views. Each building has interesting angles and windows. It made me wonder if the owner was an architect who uses the property as a playground for trying out new ideas.”
Bethany
United States United States
“We stayed in the dome tent and it was very nice. The tent was very cozy and lots of space. Loved having the big tub in the room.”
Gina
Canada Canada
“The property was a special and quirky retreat. Art, flowers, whimsy, a donkey, and an evening campfire. Comfortable and nicely decorated room. A hot breakfast included.”
Aivazian
United States United States
“Very cozy. Beautiful flowers. Lovely view. Breakfast was good. Wish we had more time to stay here.”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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