Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge
Country house, 4-star800 metros noroeste de Iglesia, La Tigra, San Carlos, (22.8 km sur de La Fortuna de San Carlos y a 40 km sur del Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal), San GerardoShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, value and location.
9.2123Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at 800 metros noroeste de Iglesia, La Tigra, San Carlos, (22.8 km sur de La Fortuna de San Carlos y a 40 km sur del Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal).
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Villas with Pool and Gardens
Outdoor Pool and Free Amenities Indulge in a refreshing dip in the common use outdoor pool or bask in the sun on the furnished terraces in the gardens. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access, free parking, and a delicious continental breakfast during your stay.
Comfortable Accommodations Each villa at Villas San Rafael offers a cozy retreat with cable TV, spacious seating and dining areas, and a private bathroom with a shower. Relax in comfort and style after a day of exploring the nearby attractions.
Convenient Location and Exciting Activities Located just a 20-minute drive from the iconic Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake, our villas offer easy access to thrilling activities like canopy tours and relaxing thermal waters. With various dining options and bars within a short drive, your culinary cravings are sure to be satisfied.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 123 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.8
- Location9.4
- Rooms9.0
- Amenities9.0
- Value9.6
- Food & drink9.0
Guests mention
Friendly, attentive owner and staff (Giovanni and Luis)Excellent wildlife viewing (birds, frogs, bats, sloths)Peaceful, natural setting and relaxing pool areaQuiet and easily accessible, helpful staff (e.g., assisted with car)Clean, comfortable rooms for most guestsGood value for money; highly recommended by many
RowlingNIAventura Y Tranquilidad En Un Solo Lugar
La Atención Brindada Haci Mi Persona Y Mi Amigo
Todo Me Gustó
TheraseAustraliaA lush paradise 30 minutes from La Fortuna.
We loved staying for 4 nights at this Ecolodge. This is a beautiful hotel which is in the midst of a lush garden, abundant with plants, birds and cicadas. Many colourful frogs come out at night.
We saw a sloth on our…
ALAINFranceBien placé, personnellement souriante, petit déjeuner sympa
Verifier les portes et fenêtres qui be ferme pas bien et un petit frigidaire dans la chambre serait le bien venu
PiotrPolandNothing!
The room was used and dirty. The pictures on booking.com were done in such a way that they shows this hotel much better. We have booked the room with a view to mountains and it was not true. The view was on dark…
JulianUnited StatesGreat value and quiet and easily accessible. He even helped us by getting our car out of a tricky position which he didn
Quiet and the owner Giovanni and staff were friendly and helpful and provided food and were flexible to our needs to leave early
Nothing
ElizabethCRTotally recommended
We had a wonderful stay. The room was comfortable and very clean, and the entire property was well maintained. The food was delicious, the pool area was beautiful and relaxing, and the natural surroundings made the place…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated May 2026.
Where you’ll be
800 metros noroeste de Iglesia, La Tigra, San Carlos, (22.8 km sur de La Fortuna de San Carlos y a 40 km sur del Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal), San Gerardo
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 09:30 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel San Rafael Ecolodge?
800 metros noroeste de Iglesia, La Tigra, San Carlos, (22.8 km sur de La Fortuna de San Carlos y a 40 km sur del Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal), San Gerardo.
Other places we book in San Gerardo
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
