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Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest

3.0 star property
Bijagua lodge with restaurant

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Hiking
Exterior
Hiking
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle
  • Shopping centre shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Garden Area

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Jetted bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
3 km Sur Este Del Liceo De Bijagua, Bijagua, Alajuela, 21304

What's nearby

  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Llanos de Cortez Waterfall - 20 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 25 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Rio Celeste Waterfall - 37 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Miravalles Volcano - 62 min drive - 40.0 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 75.4 miles/121.3 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Rest. La Choza Del Maiz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Sabor Dona Carmen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Marisquería Poro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kantala - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Casona - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest

Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest is a great choice for a stay in Bijagua. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping centre shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1995
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 140 per vehicle (one way)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle and ferry terminal shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
  • Local area shuttle, beach shuttle and shopping centre shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Heliconias Lodge
Heliconias Lodge Upala
Heliconias Upala
Heliconias Hotel Bijagua De Upala
Heliconias Lodge Costa Rica/Bijagua De Upala
Albergue Heliconias Lodge Bijagua Upala, Alajuela
Albergue Heliconias Lodge
Albergue Heliconias Bijagua Upala, Alajuela
Albergue Heliconias
Albergue Heliconias Lodge Alajuela
Albergue Heliconias Alajuela
Heliconias Lodge Rainforest Alajuela
Heliconias Rainforest Alajuela
Heliconias Lodge Rainforest Bijagua
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Frequently asked questions

Does Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 140 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local and international cuisine and garden views.
Does Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest like?
Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest is located a short 7-minute walk from Tenorio Volcano National Park.

Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Julia, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had the deluxe bungalow, it was very clean, spacious and private. Very safe place that is just outside the small town of Bijagua. Can get pretty windy at night which is normal in the mountains, I am a sensitive sleeper so earplugs and eye covers recommended to help you get a good nights rest. Reasonable price for a pretty cute place with friendly prompt service and nice breakfast. About 20-30min drive from Tenorio National Park to see Rio Celeste.
Nicole, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

So much wildlife!
The customer service was great(thank you Kevin!) although it was the hiking trails that brought me here. Birds and monkeys, even a puma on the property in the morning (we only saw the tracks.) The breakfast was also fabulous, and the rooms so comfortable!!!!
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bountiful wildlife and wonderful customer service.
We saw puma tracks and howler monkeys calling. Loved the hikes and bridges, Kevin was so helpful!
Elle, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The staff was wonderful. The lodging was okay. The beds were hard but the water was hot for showers. The room had no climate control and their were airgaps that made the nights cold.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Your own room in the sky
Very nice place to stay when visiting rio Celeste and surroundings. Hotel is well located and managed with passion and commitment to customer service by a warm and welcoming family. Highly recommend.
Jean Luc , 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and beautiful surroundings
Very nice staff and beautiful surroundings, the food was good and the bridge trails incredible.
Ka Cris, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Rustic lodge beautiful view
Sweet people no English. Water pressure in shower ver low. No screens on windows no ceiling fan or AC. Hot night too many bugs to open windows for air. Hard beds.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!
Heliconias is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. The food is decently priced and delicious. The views are stunning and the trails are great. Its a beautiful oasis and I hope to return one daym
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Okay lodge to share with family
I am just reviewing the lodge, not the activities around it. Pros: The room was a good size and could accommodate 5 people (2 bunk beds) 1 king size and 1 single bed. Bathroom was okay. You will see some bugs here and there but it is a lodge in the middle of the nature so it didn't bother me. Cons: I paid $97 for the cabin and they gave me the standard room $84. Your suitcase will not roll on the floor as it is not paved. You will have to carry your bags all the way to your room. They gave me the room all the way in the back and I had to carry my bags alone, in the dark. Be careful when looking for the hotel on Google map, I ended up 40 mins north from the lodge and had to drive all the way back. No wifi in the room, I went to the lobby to ask for wifi and the owner gave me the password but it never worked. We tried many times and he was just clueless about why it didn't work and he didn't try to fix the issue. Food was just okay, nothing great.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

L'emplacement est magique!!Et le prix est tres respectable.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tolle Lodge!
Wunderbar gelegene Lodge, tolle Aussicht, große Bungalows. Sehr zu empfehlen ist der Hanging Bridge Trail, der gleich neben der Lodge weggeht! Liebevoll serviertes Frühstück! Man kann auf Bestellung Abendessen, einfach, aber sehr gut.(Casado) Die Beleuchtung im Standard Bungalow ist nicht gerade für Romantiker, aber das ist eigentlich das Einzige, was man bekritteln kann!
Renate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rachelle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Mauvais rapport qualité/prix
Pas de service de chambre comme prévu, pas d’articles de toilette, nouvelle gérance. Rapport qualité/prix inacceptable... Jeune réceptionniste Mélanie par contre adorable. Joli parcours avec ponts dans les arbres depuis l’hôtel
Nathalie, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente
Excelente
Veronica, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Toller Ort, um die Natur in Ruhe zu erkunden
Hier hat man alles: Die Natur direkt vor dem Hotelzimmer, gepaart mit Komfort und sehr netten Menschen, die einen umsorgen und den Aufenthalt zum Genuss machen. Abgerundet wird das Ganze mit vielen Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in der Nähe. Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen, wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!
Ingrid, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

buena experiencia y recomendable
Una muy buena experiencia en el hotel y un camino a recorrer precioso, con puentes colgantes y un paraje natural que merece mucho la pena. El servicio muy amable y con muchas ganas de agradar. Calidad /precio buena.
francisco borja, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing place close to the nature
Excellent option if you want to be in contact with the nature, the hotel staff is friendly and they are pending to your needs I do recommend that you take a walk on the bridges and the jungle, they are a few steps from the rooms Also it is recommended that you bring a 4WD vehicle to arrive to their facilities since you have to drive around 3 km of an unpaved road, you can do it with a normal car, but it will be slower Volcan Tenorio is close around 20 min from there!
Wenceslao, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Sorpresa en Bijagua
Un lugar muy tranquilo, rodeado de naturaleza, buen clima y gente agradable.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Simple but fair Nice staff Awesome view Road to the hotel is bumpy, a SUV is recommended
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel sucio. Buena ubicación
buena estadía
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Una agradable experiencia en medio de un bosque lluvioso, muy tranquila la estancia q invitaba al descanso pleno
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

limpio
Le falta mas servicio al cliente, por ejrmplo no hay servicio de restaurante y el desayuno es poco variado
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