Celeste Mountain Lodge
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$129
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this lodge include gift shops/newsstands and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this lodge include gift shops/newsstands and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite at the lodge's restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, or dine alfresco. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Celeste Mountain Lodge in Bijagua, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Tenorio Volcano National Park. This lodge is within the region of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcano National Park.
What's nearby
Tenorio Volcano National Park(0.1 miles)
Tapir Valley Nature Reserve(1 miles)
El Pilon Station(3.3 miles)
Frog's Paradise(4.3 miles)
Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park(4.7 miles)
Peace Tree(6.1 miles)
Upala Central Park(18.7 miles)
Las Hornillas Hot Springs(21.5 miles)
Venado Caves(21.7 miles)
Yoko Hot Springs(21.7 miles)
Thermomania Track(21.7 miles)
Lake Arenal(25.4 miles)
Butterfly Garden Paraíso(25.6 miles)
Area de Conservación Guanacaste(27.1 miles)
Canas Park(28.2 miles)
The preferred airport for Celeste Mountain Lodge is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)(56.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tour Desk
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Location
4 Km en el Acceso Al Parque Nacional volcano tenorio Rio celeste, Costa Rica
Tenorio Volcano National Park (0.1 miles)
Tapir Valley Nature Reserve (1 miles)
El Pilon Station (3.3 miles)
Frog's Paradise (4.3 miles)
Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park (4.7 miles)
Peace Tree (6.1 miles)
Room options
5
Single Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Wi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
291 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Celeste Mountain Lodge
9.5
Exceptional
Based on 222 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
48%
Family
34%
Group
14%
Solo
2%
What guests think
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At Celeste Mountain Lodge, travelers consistently praise the stunning mountain setting near Tenorio and Rio Celeste, the lush gardens and private trails, warm hospitality, and especially the excellent, often gourmet dining.
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At Celeste Mountain Lodge, travelers consistently praise the stunning mountain setting near Tenorio and Rio Celeste, the lush gardens and private trails, warm hospitality, and especially the excellent, often gourmet dining.
Rooms are generally comfortable but simple, with frequent mentions of no air conditioning, humidity, small bathrooms, and occasional noise due to open windows. Cleanliness is widely commended, though a few guests noted musty odors or worn elements. Some guests experienced stricter policies or uneven service, and a few found the communal, set-time dinners lukewarm or the wine disappointing. Overall, it suits travelers who value nature and cuisine over full-service hotel amenities.
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Facilities
Lush gardens, birdlife, and a private on-site trail are repeatedly praised, along with airy communal areas offering volcano and valley views. The eco-focused lodge design blends well with the surrounding nature.
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Ronald
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a really lovely Eco-friendly hotel. Dinner was excellent, gourmet quality. Great breakfasts. Staff was attentive and friendly. They have their own private trail on which we were able to take a night walk / wildlife tour. Highly recommended! It’s quite close by car to Bijagua where there were restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. Close to Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio and the Rio Celeste. We also enjoyed the private trails at Helaconia Lodge where we spotted a troop of spider monkeys.
This was a really lovely Eco-friendly hotel. Dinner was excellent, gourmet quality. Great breakfasts. Staff was attentive and friendly. They have their own private trail on which we were able to take a night walk / wildlife tour. Highly recommended! It’s quite close by car to Bijagua where there were restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. Close to Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio and the Rio Celeste. We also enjoyed the private trails at Helaconia Lodge where we spotted a troop of spider monkeys.
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Adely
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This lodge is mostly made with sustainable materials and has a beautiful garden and property nearby and with a view of the vulcano Tenorio. This property includes breakfast and offers a great affordable dinner.
This lodge is mostly made with sustainable materials and has a beautiful garden and property nearby and with a view of the vulcano Tenorio. This property includes breakfast and offers a great affordable dinner.
10
Jennifer
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place was truly a wonderful spot for us. They have a beautiful view over looking gardens that are often filled with birds. There was a lovely breeze that came in through the windows all night (which made no AC no problem) and we fell asleep to the sounds of the rainforest. We opted for dinner and it was the best food we had in Costa Rica. We also hiked their private trail in the rainforest and it was so nice and peaceful. I would come again and stay more than one night and get dinner every night.
This place was truly a wonderful spot for us. They have a beautiful view over looking gardens that are often filled with birds. There was a lovely breeze that came in through the windows all night (which made no AC no problem) and we fell asleep to the sounds of the rainforest. We opted for dinner and it was the best food we had in Costa Rica. We also hiked their private trail in the rainforest and it was so nice and peaceful. I would come again and stay more than one night and get dinner every night.
10
Russel
Feb 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Unique open air lodge. Open the large windows and photograph birds ehile sitting in the dining area. Large garden grounds and a private mountain trail. The full board meals were fabulous. Would highly recommend.
Unique open air lodge. Open the large windows and photograph birds ehile sitting in the dining area. Large garden grounds and a private mountain trail. The full board meals were fabulous. Would highly recommend.
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Oskar
Mar 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful gardens and a great view of Mt. Tenario. The food was very good and the steak was the very best we had in Costa Rika.
Beautiful gardens and a great view of Mt. Tenario. The food was very good and the steak was the very best we had in Costa Rika.
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Laura
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a gem of a find. Joel the owner was on top of every detail of your stay. The meals prepared were exquisite. Family style tables that allowed you to meet other travelers and exchange past places visited and or give ideas of where to go next. Birds eye view of the beautiful garden where you could watch birds for hours. I would go back in a heartbeat.
This was a gem of a find. Joel the owner was on top of every detail of your stay. The meals prepared were exquisite. Family style tables that allowed you to meet other travelers and exchange past places visited and or give ideas of where to go next. Birds eye view of the beautiful garden where you could watch birds for hours. I would go back in a heartbeat.
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Katee
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with amazing views and nice walking trails. No A/C, so it was a little toasty until the sun went down but it was cool enough at night that it was okay.
Beautiful property with amazing views and nice walking trails. No A/C, so it was a little toasty until the sun went down but it was cool enough at night that it was okay.
10
Mary
Feb 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was perfect for many reasons. The cuisine was exceptional and artistically presented. The service was impeccable. Best of all were the gardens resplendent with a wide variety of flora, birds and butterflies.
This hotel was perfect for many reasons. The cuisine was exceptional and artistically presented. The service was impeccable. Best of all were the gardens resplendent with a wide variety of flora, birds and butterflies.
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Cecile
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjouée our stay, the room was clean and quiet, the communal areas were beautiful and the views amazing. The food was good too. We would go again!
We enjouée our stay, the room was clean and quiet, the communal areas were beautiful and the views amazing. The food was good too. We would go again!
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Lynne
Jun 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing place to stay. Perfect location to explore Rio Celeste and Tenorio Ntl Park. Views and grounds of hotel added to the charm. Memorable stay for sure. And staff super friendly and knowledgeable.
Amazing place to stay. Perfect location to explore Rio Celeste and Tenorio Ntl Park. Views and grounds of hotel added to the charm. Memorable stay for sure. And staff super friendly and knowledgeable.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and property are frequently described as very clean, with tidy housekeeping. A few guests reported musty odors or worn elements.
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Felipe
Feb 3, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Magnífico sitio. Ideal para situar el campamento base visitar varios Parques Nacionales, junto a Tenorio, relativamente cerca de Rincón de la vieja, Arenal y Rosas. Tranquilo, practico, limpio, con jardines y tiene una ruta exclusiva para senderismo dentro del volcán Tenorio.
Magnífico sitio. Ideal para situar el campamento base visitar varios Parques Nacionales, junto a Tenorio, relativamente cerca de Rincón de la vieja, Arenal y Rosas. Tranquilo, practico, limpio, con jardines y tiene una ruta exclusiva para senderismo dentro del volcán Tenorio.
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Jay
Nov 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property. Good accommodations. Excellent food. Wonderful coffee. Owner and staff were very nice and helpful. Very close to the volcanic park. Highly recommend.
Beautiful property. Good accommodations. Excellent food. Wonderful coffee. Owner and staff were very nice and helpful. Very close to the volcanic park. Highly recommend.
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Andrew
Jan 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here for one night on our Costa Rica family trip and we wished we had booked more nights. The lodge is run by a French expat who built the property with his wife 17 years ago. The lodge itself is wonderful. Clean large rooms, beautiful indoor/outdoor common area with garden and dining area, and a large professional kitchen that opens up to the dining area. Breakfast is included and was wonderful. Dinner is a small addon and is well worth the price. Each course was introduced by the owner and many incorporated local ingredients that we had never experienced. If you are coming to Bijagua, do yourself a favor and book Celest Mountain Lodge for a few nights and enjoy the property and food. We really enjoyed our short stay!
We stayed here for one night on our Costa Rica family trip and we wished we had booked more nights. The lodge is run by a French expat who built the property with his wife 17 years ago. The lodge itself is wonderful. Clean large rooms, beautiful indoor/outdoor common area with garden and dining area, and a large professional kitchen that opens up to the dining area. Breakfast is included and was wonderful. Dinner is a small addon and is well worth the price. Each course was introduced by the owner and many incorporated local ingredients that we had never experienced. If you are coming to Bijagua, do yourself a favor and book Celest Mountain Lodge for a few nights and enjoy the property and food. We really enjoyed our short stay!
10
Evan
Dec 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was beautiful! We saw more birds on the property than we did at the nearby natiknal park. The food from the restaurant was excellent! A true highlight of our trip. The rooms were very clean and so was the entire property and the staff was very nice and helpful. Only negative of the property is a lack of heating/cooling in the rooms. The temperature was fine during our stay, mostly missed being able to get the room dry. We were soaked from our hike during the day and were never able to get fully dry, even after getting back to the hotel.
The property was beautiful! We saw more birds on the property than we did at the nearby natiknal park. The food from the restaurant was excellent! A true highlight of our trip. The rooms were very clean and so was the entire property and the staff was very nice and helpful. Only negative of the property is a lack of heating/cooling in the rooms. The temperature was fine during our stay, mostly missed being able to get the room dry. We were soaked from our hike during the day and were never able to get fully dry, even after getting back to the hotel.
10
SAIKRISHNA
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service.Room are neat and clean.
Excellent service.Room are neat and clean.
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Maria Bella
Feb 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel- staff very attentive . Food is excellent. Very peaceful and the scenery is amazing! Rooms have great view of the surrounding mountains. Grounds well kept and beautiful.
Beautiful hotel- staff very attentive . Food is excellent. Very peaceful and the scenery is amazing! Rooms have great view of the surrounding mountains. Grounds well kept and beautiful.
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Cecile
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjouée our stay, the room was clean and quiet, the communal areas were beautiful and the views amazing. The food was good too. We would go again!
We enjouée our stay, the room was clean and quiet, the communal areas were beautiful and the views amazing. The food was good too. We would go again!
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Roberto
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We did not realize there was no ac. The humidity was bad which caused the room the have musky and moldy smell. The pillows smelled really bad like they don’t get sanitized in between customers. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. A very calm environment.
We did not realize there was no ac. The humidity was bad which caused the room the have musky and moldy smell. The pillows smelled really bad like they don’t get sanitized in between customers. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. A very calm environment.
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Baptiste
Mar 29, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent accueil ! Le repas du soir est excellent, les chambres sont agréables mais un peu vétustes pour le prix
Excellent accueil ! Le repas du soir est excellent, les chambres sont agréables mais un peu vétustes pour le prix
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Alison
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beau lieu simple et propre.
Beau lieu simple et propre.
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Rooms
Rooms are simple and comfortable with great views. Common issues include no air conditioning and humidity, small bathrooms, some noise from open windows, firm beds, and limited blackout.
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Tracy
Mar 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic property with beautiful views. Most of the irritants that others reviewed didn’t bother us at all (small shower, no A/C, etc) other than the paper thin walls. You can absolutely hear everything from all your neighbours. I don’t necessarily think it was the walls but more that because there is no A/C, everyone has all their windows open. The food was absolutely fantastic and the owner Joel was very attentive and a pleasure to talk to! I would definitely stay here again!
Fantastic property with beautiful views. Most of the irritants that others reviewed didn’t bother us at all (small shower, no A/C, etc) other than the paper thin walls. You can absolutely hear everything from all your neighbours. I don’t necessarily think it was the walls but more that because there is no A/C, everyone has all their windows open. The food was absolutely fantastic and the owner Joel was very attentive and a pleasure to talk to! I would definitely stay here again!
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Jules
Jan 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly owner, beautiful view and great dinner/breakfast! Comfort level was ok but relatively basic for price we paid compared to other places we’ve stayed in Costa Rica. 3 big negatives: 1) guide booked by the hotel for tours was ok for the night tour but very bad for the rio Celeste, rushing through it in 2hrs barely looking for animals (he only spotted 1 snake, +we saw 3 others thanks to other guides who found them), 2) we had very poor sleep as we could hear trafic from the road despite our earplugs, 3) there are no full blinds and we’re awaken with the sun around 6am
Very friendly owner, beautiful view and great dinner/breakfast! Comfort level was ok but relatively basic for price we paid compared to other places we’ve stayed in Costa Rica. 3 big negatives: 1) guide booked by the hotel for tours was ok for the night tour but very bad for the rio Celeste, rushing through it in 2hrs barely looking for animals (he only spotted 1 snake, +we saw 3 others thanks to other guides who found them), 2) we had very poor sleep as we could hear trafic from the road despite our earplugs, 3) there are no full blinds and we’re awaken with the sun around 6am
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Stephen
Feb 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The mountain lodge is perfect The location is incredibly beautiful, with a view towards the volcano and having the feeling of a being in the jungle. The atmosphere is very convivial with Joel and the staff very welcoming, and I love the fact that everyone dined together at 1900 precisely. Food is inventive with vegetarian options. A chance to meet fellow travelers and share experiences. To note, this is a LODGE not a 5 star hotel BUT the accommodation is very comfortable and functional. Bravo Joel and team. Great concept and we loved our stay.
The mountain lodge is perfect The location is incredibly beautiful, with a view towards the volcano and having the feeling of a being in the jungle. The atmosphere is very convivial with Joel and the staff very welcoming, and I love the fact that everyone dined together at 1900 precisely. Food is inventive with vegetarian options. A chance to meet fellow travelers and share experiences. To note, this is a LODGE not a 5 star hotel BUT the accommodation is very comfortable and functional. Bravo Joel and team. Great concept and we loved our stay.
10
Evan
Dec 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was beautiful! We saw more birds on the property than we did at the nearby natiknal park. The food from the restaurant was excellent! A true highlight of our trip. The rooms were very clean and so was the entire property and the staff was very nice and helpful. Only negative of the property is a lack of heating/cooling in the rooms. The temperature was fine during our stay, mostly missed being able to get the room dry. We were soaked from our hike during the day and were never able to get fully dry, even after getting back to the hotel.
The property was beautiful! We saw more birds on the property than we did at the nearby natiknal park. The food from the restaurant was excellent! A true highlight of our trip. The rooms were very clean and so was the entire property and the staff was very nice and helpful. Only negative of the property is a lack of heating/cooling in the rooms. The temperature was fine during our stay, mostly missed being able to get the room dry. We were soaked from our hike during the day and were never able to get fully dry, even after getting back to the hotel.
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Vinay
Mar 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
it was 90F and no a/c, no shampoo/conditioner, very very timy bathroom. for a place that is so expensive, basics were missing. positive - food was great. views are great everyone in staff is super attentive and helpful. the chocolate tour is awesome. night safari was a waste of money. would not recommend. my take is that it is an overpriced place for amenities it offers, and would probably go there just for the food.
it was 90F and no a/c, no shampoo/conditioner, very very timy bathroom. for a place that is so expensive, basics were missing. positive - food was great. views are great everyone in staff is super attentive and helpful. the chocolate tour is awesome. night safari was a waste of money. would not recommend. my take is that it is an overpriced place for amenities it offers, and would probably go there just for the food.
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Katee
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with amazing views and nice walking trails. No A/C, so it was a little toasty until the sun went down but it was cool enough at night that it was okay.
Beautiful property with amazing views and nice walking trails. No A/C, so it was a little toasty until the sun went down but it was cool enough at night that it was okay.
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Douglas
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute little hotel tucked into the mountains. With peaceful views and a locale near many attractions, it is quite charming place. Beds are a bit firm for my tastes but I'm particular. That's the only downside.
Cute little hotel tucked into the mountains. With peaceful views and a locale near many attractions, it is quite charming place. Beds are a bit firm for my tastes but I'm particular. That's the only downside.
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Maria Bella
Feb 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel- staff very attentive . Food is excellent. Very peaceful and the scenery is amazing! Rooms have great view of the surrounding mountains. Grounds well kept and beautiful.
Beautiful hotel- staff very attentive . Food is excellent. Very peaceful and the scenery is amazing! Rooms have great view of the surrounding mountains. Grounds well kept and beautiful.
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Cecile
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjouée our stay, the room was clean and quiet, the communal areas were beautiful and the views amazing. The food was good too. We would go again!
We enjouée our stay, the room was clean and quiet, the communal areas were beautiful and the views amazing. The food was good too. We would go again!
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Roberto
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We did not realize there was no ac. The humidity was bad which caused the room the have musky and moldy smell. The pillows smelled really bad like they don’t get sanitized in between customers. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. A very calm environment.
We did not realize there was no ac. The humidity was bad which caused the room the have musky and moldy smell. The pillows smelled really bad like they don’t get sanitized in between customers. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. A very calm environment.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive, with owners and managers often praised by name. Some guests reported strict policies or uneven interactions, and one noted a disappointing third-party tour booking.
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Carlos
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A very unique hotel!! beautiful in all senses! Staff and owner extremely kind!! our food incident: We left chewing gum in the shelf upon entering the room and within minutes it was full of ants. There is an instruction booklet/binder in the room which states not to bring any food in the room in bold red color font but its buried in 2 pages of information and we didn't finished reading by the time the ants got to the gum. perhaps a sign on the hotel door or a reminder during check-in would be great as the hotel is inside the forest! The owner and staff gave us a new room to ensure we would have a safe night w/o ants. Thank you!!! Great breakfast!!
A very unique hotel!! beautiful in all senses! Staff and owner extremely kind!! our food incident: We left chewing gum in the shelf upon entering the room and within minutes it was full of ants. There is an instruction booklet/binder in the room which states not to bring any food in the room in bold red color font but its buried in 2 pages of information and we didn't finished reading by the time the ants got to the gum. perhaps a sign on the hotel door or a reminder during check-in would be great as the hotel is inside the forest! The owner and staff gave us a new room to ensure we would have a safe night w/o ants. Thank you!!! Great breakfast!!
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Sarah
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved everything about this place. The Chef, Eric, is brilliant; tremendous food! The Reception Manager, Francisco,was kind, helpful, and welcoming. The place is beautiful.
Loved everything about this place. The Chef, Eric, is brilliant; tremendous food! The Reception Manager, Francisco,was kind, helpful, and welcoming. The place is beautiful.
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Jay
Nov 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property. Good accommodations. Excellent food. Wonderful coffee. Owner and staff were very nice and helpful. Very close to the volcanic park. Highly recommend.
Beautiful property. Good accommodations. Excellent food. Wonderful coffee. Owner and staff were very nice and helpful. Very close to the volcanic park. Highly recommend.
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Bruno
Apr 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, this place is very nice. We liked the open foyer area and the vibes. We were a bit disappointed by the bedroom which has a bit of a hostel feel to it. The staff was also uneven: very friendly one day, a bit short the next. The French helper/waitress for instance did not smile much. The communal dinner could have been fun, but the wine they had (only 1-2 types) was absolutely awful and not cheap. Also, I ordered the steak "very rare" but it came well done. They were kind enough to substitue, but the second one I got was still fridge-cold, almost as to spite me....
Overall, this place is very nice. We liked the open foyer area and the vibes. We were a bit disappointed by the bedroom which has a bit of a hostel feel to it. The staff was also uneven: very friendly one day, a bit short the next. The French helper/waitress for instance did not smile much. The communal dinner could have been fun, but the wine they had (only 1-2 types) was absolutely awful and not cheap. Also, I ordered the steak "very rare" but it came well done. They were kind enough to substitue, but the second one I got was still fridge-cold, almost as to spite me....
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Jules
Jan 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly owner, beautiful view and great dinner/breakfast! Comfort level was ok but relatively basic for price we paid compared to other places we’ve stayed in Costa Rica. 3 big negatives: 1) guide booked by the hotel for tours was ok for the night tour but very bad for the rio Celeste, rushing through it in 2hrs barely looking for animals (he only spotted 1 snake, +we saw 3 others thanks to other guides who found them), 2) we had very poor sleep as we could hear trafic from the road despite our earplugs, 3) there are no full blinds and we’re awaken with the sun around 6am
Very friendly owner, beautiful view and great dinner/breakfast! Comfort level was ok but relatively basic for price we paid compared to other places we’ve stayed in Costa Rica. 3 big negatives: 1) guide booked by the hotel for tours was ok for the night tour but very bad for the rio Celeste, rushing through it in 2hrs barely looking for animals (he only spotted 1 snake, +we saw 3 others thanks to other guides who found them), 2) we had very poor sleep as we could hear trafic from the road despite our earplugs, 3) there are no full blinds and we’re awaken with the sun around 6am
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Raghurama
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Joel at the front desk was very friendly and amazing. Although we stayed only for one night, the hospitality we received was great. The breakfast was served on the table with plenty of items. Joel offered plenty of advice for visiting the national park, the general safety tips, etc. The views were breathtaking, wish we stayed longer.
Joel at the front desk was very friendly and amazing. Although we stayed only for one night, the hospitality we received was great. The breakfast was served on the table with plenty of items. Joel offered plenty of advice for visiting the national park, the general safety tips, etc. The views were breathtaking, wish we stayed longer.
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SERGII
Aug 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The lodge is in a beautiful setting, but the experience was spoiled by poor management. The owner at the front desk greeted us coldly, upset that we hadn’t added our 5-year-old to the booking. We paid $20 for a minimal breakfast he barely eats. The room had a long list of strict rules—no outside drinks, limited lights, etc. We felt watched and unwelcome. Great location, but the attitude and control ruined the vibe.
The lodge is in a beautiful setting, but the experience was spoiled by poor management. The owner at the front desk greeted us coldly, upset that we hadn’t added our 5-year-old to the booking. We paid $20 for a minimal breakfast he barely eats. The room had a long list of strict rules—no outside drinks, limited lights, etc. We felt watched and unwelcome. Great location, but the attitude and control ruined the vibe.
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Caroline
Dec 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fantastic one-night stay at Hotel Celeste while visiting Tenorio Volcano Park. The hotel is built with an ecological focus, blending into the natural environment beautifully. Nice and comfortable rooms. Great food. Fantastic service. Ideal location. Thanks to Joel and team for a wonderful stay.
We had a fantastic one-night stay at Hotel Celeste while visiting Tenorio Volcano Park. The hotel is built with an ecological focus, blending into the natural environment beautifully. Nice and comfortable rooms. Great food. Fantastic service. Ideal location. Thanks to Joel and team for a wonderful stay.
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Cecilia
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing experience at Celeste lodge. Starting with our concierge Francisco who was so helpful, friendly and welcoming. The location and views are to die for. Their restaurant serves lunch and dinner by reservation only but their food is so fresh and delicious that we ended up dining in there the two nights we stayed. There is always a surprise meal prepared by a French chef. Btw, we have dietary allergies in our family and they accommodated us without a problem, Breakfast is complimentary and is so good too. We would go back in the blink of an eye!
We had an amazing experience at Celeste lodge. Starting with our concierge Francisco who was so helpful, friendly and welcoming. The location and views are to die for. Their restaurant serves lunch and dinner by reservation only but their food is so fresh and delicious that we ended up dining in there the two nights we stayed. There is always a surprise meal prepared by a French chef. Btw, we have dietary allergies in our family and they accommodated us without a problem, Breakfast is complimentary and is so good too. We would go back in the blink of an eye!
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Suresh
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Food was exceptionaly good. Friendly staff and Owner on the property was hands on every details
Food was exceptionaly good. Friendly staff and Owner on the property was hands on every details
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Location
Scenic setting with sweeping volcano and valley views, plus convenient access to Rio Celeste, Tenorio National Park, and Bijagua.
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zbigniew
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice surroundings
Nice surroundings
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MONICA
Jan 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Localização privilegiada e muito agradável!
Localização privilegiada e muito agradável!
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Ramakrishnan
Dec 31, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent view. Closer to the Waterfall park entrance.
Excellent view. Closer to the Waterfall park entrance.
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Ronald
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a really lovely Eco-friendly hotel. Dinner was excellent, gourmet quality. Great breakfasts. Staff was attentive and friendly. They have their own private trail on which we were able to take a night walk / wildlife tour. Highly recommended! It’s quite close by car to Bijagua where there were restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. Close to Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio and the Rio Celeste. We also enjoyed the private trails at Helaconia Lodge where we spotted a troop of spider monkeys.
This was a really lovely Eco-friendly hotel. Dinner was excellent, gourmet quality. Great breakfasts. Staff was attentive and friendly. They have their own private trail on which we were able to take a night walk / wildlife tour. Highly recommended! It’s quite close by car to Bijagua where there were restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. Close to Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio and the Rio Celeste. We also enjoyed the private trails at Helaconia Lodge where we spotted a troop of spider monkeys.
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Paul
Jul 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Prachtige omgeving waar je allerlei dieren kan spotten en het hotel opgaat in het geheel!
Prachtige omgeving waar je allerlei dieren kan spotten en het hotel opgaat in het geheel!
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Caroline
Dec 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fantastic one-night stay at Hotel Celeste while visiting Tenorio Volcano Park. The hotel is built with an ecological focus, blending into the natural environment beautifully. Nice and comfortable rooms. Great food. Fantastic service. Ideal location. Thanks to Joel and team for a wonderful stay.
We had a fantastic one-night stay at Hotel Celeste while visiting Tenorio Volcano Park. The hotel is built with an ecological focus, blending into the natural environment beautifully. Nice and comfortable rooms. Great food. Fantastic service. Ideal location. Thanks to Joel and team for a wonderful stay.
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Oskar
Mar 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful gardens and a great view of Mt. Tenario. The food was very good and the steak was the very best we had in Costa Rika.
Beautiful gardens and a great view of Mt. Tenario. The food was very good and the steak was the very best we had in Costa Rika.
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Laura
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a gem of a find. Joel the owner was on top of every detail of your stay. The meals prepared were exquisite. Family style tables that allowed you to meet other travelers and exchange past places visited and or give ideas of where to go next. Birds eye view of the beautiful garden where you could watch birds for hours. I would go back in a heartbeat.
This was a gem of a find. Joel the owner was on top of every detail of your stay. The meals prepared were exquisite. Family style tables that allowed you to meet other travelers and exchange past places visited and or give ideas of where to go next. Birds eye view of the beautiful garden where you could watch birds for hours. I would go back in a heartbeat.
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Katee
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with amazing views and nice walking trails. No A/C, so it was a little toasty until the sun went down but it was cool enough at night that it was okay.
Beautiful property with amazing views and nice walking trails. No A/C, so it was a little toasty until the sun went down but it was cool enough at night that it was okay.
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Lynne
Jun 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing place to stay. Perfect location to explore Rio Celeste and Tenorio Ntl Park. Views and grounds of hotel added to the charm. Memorable stay for sure. And staff super friendly and knowledgeable.
Amazing place to stay. Perfect location to explore Rio Celeste and Tenorio Ntl Park. Views and grounds of hotel added to the charm. Memorable stay for sure. And staff super friendly and knowledgeable.
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Dining
Dining is a standout, with many praising exceptional, often gourmet dinners, plentiful breakfasts, and good accommodation of dietary needs; communal set-time meals are common. Some guests reported lukewarm dishes, disappointing wine, or occasional miscooked items.
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David
Nov 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
While food prepared thrre was well prepared and flavorful, they served dinner for everyone AT seven, and as a result, our food for dinner was barely warm to cold when we received it. Breakfast, which was good and plentiful, was served the same way; all plates were prepared at once.
While food prepared thrre was well prepared and flavorful, they served dinner for everyone AT seven, and as a result, our food for dinner was barely warm to cold when we received it. Breakfast, which was good and plentiful, was served the same way; all plates were prepared at once.
10
Ronald
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a really lovely Eco-friendly hotel. Dinner was excellent, gourmet quality. Great breakfasts. Staff was attentive and friendly. They have their own private trail on which we were able to take a night walk / wildlife tour. Highly recommended! It’s quite close by car to Bijagua where there were restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. Close to Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio and the Rio Celeste. We also enjoyed the private trails at Helaconia Lodge where we spotted a troop of spider monkeys.
This was a really lovely Eco-friendly hotel. Dinner was excellent, gourmet quality. Great breakfasts. Staff was attentive and friendly. They have their own private trail on which we were able to take a night walk / wildlife tour. Highly recommended! It’s quite close by car to Bijagua where there were restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. Close to Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio and the Rio Celeste. We also enjoyed the private trails at Helaconia Lodge where we spotted a troop of spider monkeys.
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Bruno
Apr 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, this place is very nice. We liked the open foyer area and the vibes. We were a bit disappointed by the bedroom which has a bit of a hostel feel to it. The staff was also uneven: very friendly one day, a bit short the next. The French helper/waitress for instance did not smile much. The communal dinner could have been fun, but the wine they had (only 1-2 types) was absolutely awful and not cheap. Also, I ordered the steak "very rare" but it came well done. They were kind enough to substitue, but the second one I got was still fridge-cold, almost as to spite me....
Overall, this place is very nice. We liked the open foyer area and the vibes. We were a bit disappointed by the bedroom which has a bit of a hostel feel to it. The staff was also uneven: very friendly one day, a bit short the next. The French helper/waitress for instance did not smile much. The communal dinner could have been fun, but the wine they had (only 1-2 types) was absolutely awful and not cheap. Also, I ordered the steak "very rare" but it came well done. They were kind enough to substitue, but the second one I got was still fridge-cold, almost as to spite me....
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Denise
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
What a gorgeous amazing hotel setting!! Very serene and gorgeous!! The staff was such a pleasure. The 3 meals were so delicious! The owner is very kind and responsive. We had the best time.
What a gorgeous amazing hotel setting!! Very serene and gorgeous!! The staff was such a pleasure. The 3 meals were so delicious! The owner is very kind and responsive. We had the best time.
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Jennifer
Mar 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place was truly a wonderful spot for us. They have a beautiful view over looking gardens that are often filled with birds. There was a lovely breeze that came in through the windows all night (which made no AC no problem) and we fell asleep to the sounds of the rainforest. We opted for dinner and it was the best food we had in Costa Rica. We also hiked their private trail in the rainforest and it was so nice and peaceful. I would come again and stay more than one night and get dinner every night.
This place was truly a wonderful spot for us. They have a beautiful view over looking gardens that are often filled with birds. There was a lovely breeze that came in through the windows all night (which made no AC no problem) and we fell asleep to the sounds of the rainforest. We opted for dinner and it was the best food we had in Costa Rica. We also hiked their private trail in the rainforest and it was so nice and peaceful. I would come again and stay more than one night and get dinner every night.
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Russel
Feb 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Unique open air lodge. Open the large windows and photograph birds ehile sitting in the dining area. Large garden grounds and a private mountain trail. The full board meals were fabulous. Would highly recommend.
Unique open air lodge. Open the large windows and photograph birds ehile sitting in the dining area. Large garden grounds and a private mountain trail. The full board meals were fabulous. Would highly recommend.
10
Oskar
Mar 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful gardens and a great view of Mt. Tenario. The food was very good and the steak was the very best we had in Costa Rika.
Beautiful gardens and a great view of Mt. Tenario. The food was very good and the steak was the very best we had in Costa Rika.
10
Laura
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a gem of a find. Joel the owner was on top of every detail of your stay. The meals prepared were exquisite. Family style tables that allowed you to meet other travelers and exchange past places visited and or give ideas of where to go next. Birds eye view of the beautiful garden where you could watch birds for hours. I would go back in a heartbeat.
This was a gem of a find. Joel the owner was on top of every detail of your stay. The meals prepared were exquisite. Family style tables that allowed you to meet other travelers and exchange past places visited and or give ideas of where to go next. Birds eye view of the beautiful garden where you could watch birds for hours. I would go back in a heartbeat.
10
Cecilia
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing experience at Celeste lodge. Starting with our concierge Francisco who was so helpful, friendly and welcoming. The location and views are to die for. Their restaurant serves lunch and dinner by reservation only but their food is so fresh and delicious that we ended up dining in there the two nights we stayed. There is always a surprise meal prepared by a French chef. Btw, we have dietary allergies in our family and they accommodated us without a problem, Breakfast is complimentary and is so good too. We would go back in the blink of an eye!
We had an amazing experience at Celeste lodge. Starting with our concierge Francisco who was so helpful, friendly and welcoming. The location and views are to die for. Their restaurant serves lunch and dinner by reservation only but their food is so fresh and delicious that we ended up dining in there the two nights we stayed. There is always a surprise meal prepared by a French chef. Btw, we have dietary allergies in our family and they accommodated us without a problem, Breakfast is complimentary and is so good too. We would go back in the blink of an eye!
10
Suresh
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Food was exceptionaly good. Friendly staff and Owner on the property was hands on every details
Food was exceptionaly good. Friendly staff and Owner on the property was hands on every details
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Michael
Jul 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Delightful stay and the food was excellent!
Delightful stay and the food was excellent!
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Louisa
Jul 14, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent location for viewing wildlife such a birds and frogs.
Excellent location for viewing wildlife such a birds and frogs.
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Gregory
Jun 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Truly a gem in this day and age. Perfectly located with amazing views. The common spaces are completely organic and gorgeous at the same time. Well done!
Truly a gem in this day and age. Perfectly located with amazing views. The common spaces are completely organic and gorgeous at the same time. Well done!
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Roger
May 7, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a wonderful location near the national park. If you are wanting to hike the waterfall trail in the national park, it is only about a 5-10 minute drive from this hotel. The hotel is unique in its design and location. It is nestled into the natural surroundings, and the grounds are lovely. There is a further hike across the road on some grounds owned by the hotel, and it is a nice little introduction to the rainforest. There are multiple bird species in the garden. The hotel has wide floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the valley, and you can birdwatch from the main dining area. The food here is excellent as well. There is homemade bread with fruit/eggs/porridge in the mornings. The coffee is also plentiful and good. Some may find that these rooms need "updating" to modern decor, and that may be true. But, I found the rooms to be clean and well-maintained. The aesthetic of this hotel is unique, and I appreciate this more than any standard boring aesthetic from contemporary hotels that all look the same. The owner has clearly put thought into the decor, and it reflects the unique personality of this hotel. I would definitely stay here again. This are remains relatively undeveloped, and it is a good getaway from more touristy areas of Costa Rica.
This is a wonderful location near the national park. If you are wanting to hike the waterfall trail in the national park, it is only about a 5-10 minute drive from this hotel. The hotel is unique in its design and location. It is nestled into the natural surroundings, and the grounds are lovely. There is a further hike across the road on some grounds owned by the hotel, and it is a nice little introduction to the rainforest. There are multiple bird species in the garden. The hotel has wide floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the valley, and you can birdwatch from the main dining area. The food here is excellent as well. There is homemade bread with fruit/eggs/porridge in the mornings. The coffee is also plentiful and good. Some may find that these rooms need "updating" to modern decor, and that may be true. But, I found the rooms to be clean and well-maintained. The aesthetic of this hotel is unique, and I appreciate this more than any standard boring aesthetic from contemporary hotels that all look the same. The owner has clearly put thought into the decor, and it reflects the unique personality of this hotel. I would definitely stay here again. This are remains relatively undeveloped, and it is a good getaway from more touristy areas of Costa Rica.
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Catherine
Apr 29, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great meals. We did not go to the national park but it is not far down the same road.
Great meals. We did not go to the national park but it is not far down the same road.
FAQs about Celeste Mountain Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and potential additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility features may include elevators and accessible bathrooms.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The lodge is located just steps from Tenorio Volcano National Park and is within the region of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcano National Park. It is approximately 91.1 km from Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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