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Tifakara by the Waterfall

★★★★ 300 metros Oeste de la Catarata de la Fortuna, Fortuna, CR

9.6 guest rating· 745 reviews

About this hotel

Stunning Views of Arenal Volcano

Located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park, Tifakara Boutique Hotel offers breathtaking views of the majestic volcano. Each room features a balcony where you can admire the volcanic landscape while enjoying modern amenities like free WiFi and a coffee machine.

Charming Garden Oasis

Surrounded by lush gardens, the hotel provides a tranquil escape for guests. Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a refreshing drink at the on-site bar. The peaceful ambiance and mountain vistas create a perfect setting for a relaxing vacation.

Convenient Amenities and Services

Start your day with a delicious complimentary breakfast before embarking on adventures arranged by the tour desk. With air conditioning, a seating area, and free toiletries, the rooms ensure a comfortable stay. Plus, the free parking and attentive staff add convenience to your visit.

Experience the beauty of Arenal Volcano at Tifakara Boutique Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Rooms & rates

Jungle Luxe Tent

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · King bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

Deluxe Double Room with SPA

Sleeps 2 · 56 m² · King bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

Premium Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 56 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 56 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Comfort Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Tropical Forest Bungalow

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Bungalow

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
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  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Allergy-free room
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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300 metros Oeste de la Catarata de la Fortuna, Fortuna, CR

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.6745 reviews

+ Exceptional service+ Beautiful locationMinor issues with insects in the bathroom
Cleanliness9.3
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.8

Incredible luxurious experience

10.0

Amazing property with only 14 rooms which feels very secluded and relaxing. The heated swimming pool and jacuzzi are amazing. Given the location, it is possible to spot animals on the grounds. There’s a night walk every night to see frogs and sometimes snakes. All the staff, especially Cristel, were amazing and booked tours for us. The hotel’s restaurant is also very good!

Everything was amazing

Paulo · BE · 2026-07-26

Would definitely come back

10.0

The hotel was beautiful, clean, with great access to the waterfall and the staff were wonderful and so helpful. Kevin gave great recommendations for places to eat nearby and his night tour of the hotel wildlife was such a fun bonus! Antonio at breakfast was so hospitable and Manuel is a good cook. I really enjoyed my avocado toast. Would definitely stay again!

mikikok192 · 2026-07-23

Guest review

7.0

El servicio y desayuno es bueno

Pense que el hotel era diferente las fotos no reflejan lo que es el hotel

CR · 2026-07-22

Great hotel, great food at Bosque restaurant with excellent service

10.0

We enjoyed very much our stay at Ti-fakara. The room, the swimming pool, jacuzzi, ping-pong table, game of billards. Our breakfast was delicious. You have a mix of buffet (fruit, yoghurt,juices... plus à la carte : salmon bagels, avocado toast, pancakes... a lot of choices. Antonio Mesera and chef Griselda made our breakfast being an enjoyable moment. Always ready to serve us with the highest standards. The burger for lunch was also a great choice. In the evening, we were also extremely well served by Chichi and Charlie. The tropical tuna is definitely a must-try! You can also enjoy good music from guest artists while eating delicious food. I wish they would sell a book with the recipes of the Bosquet restaurant dishes. The Coquito and cacique cocktails were so good that you felt immediately being on holidays. All the staff wants to make you feel welcome and special, which is highly appreciated. I highly recommend this hotel for the location, the high-quality and delicious food at the Bosque restaurant, great rooms with amazing view and above all for the amazing staff working there. We will definitely come back !

silviapO6986QB · BRUSSELS · 2026-07-19

Great location, great food, great service!

10.0

This hotel blew us away. We wanted to stay in a place that was nicer since we were in CR to celebrate our honeymoon, and nice doesn't even begin to describe this wonderful hotel. Every single worker was friendly and helpful, the housekeeping team made us cute towel animals (and kept the room pristine), and the view from our room was to die for. I mentioned to the staff that my husband's birthday was the following day and not only did the housekeeping team make him a little towel monkey, but also a towel birthday cake! Esther also drew him a little monkey on a birthday card! We loved the location-VERY close to La Fortuna waterfall and removed enough that it was quiet at night. The pool and hot tubs were lovely, and I believe we used them every single day. It was the perfect spot to relax after going on fun adventures in the morning. Another amenity we enjoyed was the night tour that they offer their guests. Dilan took us on our tour and he was very knowledgeable about the different species we saw and heard throughout the property. He also gets bonus points because he was very patient with the kids who joined the tour, even though they kept shining their lights right in his eyes haha. We also have to shoutout Kevin, who also works at the front desk-thank you for your help! The waitstaff in the restaurant were very sweet and brought us champagne to celebrate our honeymoon, even though we hadn't mentioned it. Its clear that there is a very strong team working here to upkeep the property and care for the guests. I hope they all get paid highly because they deserve it! We would love to come back someday to celebrate one of our wedding anniversaries- till then Tifakara! -Beth & Bryndon

Forman · US · 2026-07-19

Supera las expectativas

10.0

Las mejores habitaciones, las mejores instalaciones, el paisajismo, la iluminación, la decoración. TODO es de 10! Supera las expectativas. Aún con todo eso, la atención del personal es lo mejor, las personas en la recepción y en el restaurante fueron excepcionales, amables y simpáticos.

Todo es genial! Lo único que haría es señalizar mejor para encontrar las habitaciones. Fuera de eso lo demás es perfecto

Eleazar · CR · 2026-07-19

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

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

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

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

Pets

Pets are not allowed.