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Talamanca Nature Reserve

★★★★★ San Gerardo de Rivas , Rivas, CR

9.5 guest rating· 66 reviews

The five stars

Talamanca Nature Reserve holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 9.5/10 across 66 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation

Talamanca Nature Reserve in Rivas offers 5-star accommodation with a garden, free parking, and a terrace. Each room features elegant decor, a coffee machine, and a private patio with garden views.

Gastronomic Delights

Indulge in exquisite dining at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar. Room service is also available for a relaxing dining experience in the comfort of your room.

Adventure Awaits

Explore the lush surroundings with hiking trails near the hotel, or visit the breathtaking Nauyaca Waterfalls just 41 km away. For a seamless travel experience, La Managua Airport is conveniently located 90 km from the property.

Book now to experience luxury, fine dining, and adventure at Talamanca Nature Reserve in Rivas.

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Rooms & rates

Apartment with Mountain View

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Deluxe Cabin (River)

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Cabin, Private Bathroom (River)

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Double Room with Garden View

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Deluxe Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Adapted bath
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Three-Bedroom House

Sleeps 4 · 200 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Amenities

  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
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  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • First aid kit available
  • Free wired internet
  • Fruits
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Internet access
  • Ironing service
  • Japanese garden
  • Kid meals
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private picnics
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Reception hall
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine release events

Location

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San Gerardo de Rivas , Rivas, CR

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.566 reviews

+ Beautiful+ Friendly staffCommunication breakdown regarding room reservations
Cleanliness9.3
Service9.8
Location9.8
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.3

Overall very good experience, would love to go back and spend more time

10.0

Location was fantastic, food was very good, staff and service were excellent. Huge property for hiking, and birdwatching, in the mountains.

I didn't know how to reserve a bird guide in advance. If you would like to reserve a bird guide contact the property ahead of time.

Michael · US · 2026-04-09

Visitez la réserve mais cherchez hébergement et restauration dans les environs

5.0

Une belle réserve riche en espèces différentes dans laquelle il est facile de s’orienter grâce à un plan et une signalétique particulièrement bien faits.

On a été accueilli par une personne ne parlant pas un mot d’anglais : ici l’anglais s’entend en dollars. Hôtellerie très moyenne, couchage idem (oreillers en béton), terrasse minuscule servant de passage entre les cabanas… Restauration simplement hors de prix : des céréales + 1 thé et 1 café = quasiment 15 dollars! Des plats ordinaires, de 21 à 28 dollars… vraiment excessif au regard des prestations !

Alain · FR · 2026-03-09

A great nature preserve for the very fit persons.

8.0

It is a wonderful nature reserve and there were many birds to see. However, the trails are very long and steep and were more than we were expecting. Also, we expected guides to be available, and this was not offered.

The difficulty and distance required to see most of the trails and there was no services to help get to them.

Karl · US · 2026-02-25

Wonderful hotel immersed in nature

9.0

This hotel is a gem and we wish we could have stayed longer but just came for the night to be close to hike Chirripo Mountain before flying back home the next day. The rooms were spacious, bed comfortable and everything was very clean. We didn't get to explore the trails and grounds but they seemed well mapped out! The staff were all incredibly nice and helpful!

nothing!

Alison · GB · 2026-02-11

Guest review

7.0

El hotel está ubicado en una reserva preciosa con cataratas y senderos. Es un lugar perfecto para hacer senderismo. Hay mucha vegetación, flores y pájaros.

El hotel se ofrecía como de un nivel más alto. En realidad, es solo el restaurante y las cabinas para dormir. Las cabinas son pequeñas y algo incomodas. No tienen television ni una refrigeradora pequeña como en otros lugares. Considero que el precio por noche es muy alto para lo que uno recibe. De la misma manera, el restaurante no ofrece muchas opciones y los precios son excesivamente caros. No hay una relación precio-calidad. Es mejor comer fuera del hotel en San Gerardo o en Cannan. Al estar ahi, me di cuenta de que uno puede visitar la reserva por 10 dólares por persona sin necesidad de hospedarse ahi. Es lo que pienso hacer a futuro.

Ileana · CR · 2026-01-06

One of my favorite places in Costa Rica!

10.0
Mary · US · 2025-09-15

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Talamanca Nature Reserve really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

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.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 10 years old stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

You haven't added any cots.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.