Name: Tifakara by the Waterfall
Address: 300 metros Oeste de la Catarata de la Fortuna, La Fortuna, Costa Rica, La Fortuna, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Rating: 9.2

Guest reviews

9.2

Superb

Based on 522 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

55%

Family

22%

Group

18%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Travellers praise Tifakara by the Waterfall for its lush jungle setting with abundant wildlife and free nightly frog tours, consistently warm, attentive staff, and quality on-site dining, creating a tranquil boutique escape that emphasizes close-to-nature experiences and thoughtful, personalized touches.

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Dining

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10

Rebecca

Apr 16, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

So amazing! Pure rainforest experience in luxury! Staff and food amazing! The vibe and hotel grounds were amazing! Thank you!

8

Mark

Jan 22, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and we had a great view

10

Marissa

Jan 18, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved our stay here. The staff was so amazing and knowledgeable and showed us so many animals right on the property. The property is so special and unique. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and can’t wait to come back!

10

Lawrence

Jan 7, 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

There was an issue the first night. Electrical issues forced us to transfer to another local, unaffiliated property...which was not at the level of comfort and amenities we expected or had paid for. That said, the hotel went out of its way to correct the issue, first by upgrading our rooms, then reaching a mutually agreeable price correction. All in all, a great stay! Thank you Reynaldo and the entire Tifakara team!

10

Soyoon

Dec 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had an incredible stay at Tifakara! We would love to return the next time we visit Costa Rica. The property was far more beautiful, spotless, and magical than we expected, and every part of the experience exceeded our expectations. The staff was exceptionally friendly and welcoming, and their service made our stay even more memorable. Special thanks to Kevin, who helped us with check-in, for being exceptionally professional and kind. And to Antonio, who took care of us at the restaurant, for being incredibly kind and attentive, and for providing truly exceptional service. We want to thank him sincerely for making our mornings so wonderful.

300 metros Oeste de la Catarata de la Fortuna, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Location

When you stay at Tifakara by the Waterfall in La Fortuna, you'll be in a national park, a 1-minute drive from La Fortuna Waterfall and 9 minutes from Baldi Hot Springs. This luxury hotel is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Los Lagos Hot Springs.

La Fortuna Waterfall(0.3 miles)

Costa Rica Chocolate Tour(1.4 miles)

Chato Volcano(1.9 miles)

Cerro Chato Lake(1.9 miles)

El Salto Fortuna River(2.2 miles)

Arenal Adventure World(2.3 miles)

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Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 00:00

Before 12:00

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FAQs

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific needs.

The hotel is located 300 meters west of La Fortuna Waterfall, a 1-minute drive away. It is also 9 minutes from Baldi Hot Springs and approximately 8 miles from Arenal Volcano National Park.

Yes, there are both indoor and outdoor swimming pools available. The outdoor pool is seasonal.

Children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.

The property does not specify the availability of cribs or extra beds. Guests are encouraged to make requests in advance for any additional sleeping arrangements.

Tifakara by the Waterfall

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