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El Lugar

4.5 star property
Find your escape surrounded by nature while enjoying fine dining at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax at the swim-up bar then take to horseback riding through scenic trails.

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Exterior
Exclusive Villa, Private Pool, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa w/ Plunge) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Food and drink

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 992
AED 1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

Room options

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Comfort Villa, Ensuite, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Comfort Villa, Ensuite, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 203 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room)

Classic Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Classic Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Junior Suite)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Junior Suite)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 132 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Villa, Private Pool, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa w/ Plunge)

Exclusive Villa, Private Pool, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa w/ Plunge) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive Villa, Private Pool, Garden View (2 Bedroom Villa w/ Plunge)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 203 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 132 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Romantic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Superior Room with PP)

Romantic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Superior Room with PP) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Romantic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Garden View (Superior Room with PP)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room, Private Pool, Garden View (Suite Deluxe King)

Exclusive Double Room, Private Pool, Garden View (Suite Deluxe King) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive Double Room, Private Pool, Garden View (Suite Deluxe King)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 114 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Lake View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Lake View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Lake View (Junior Suite w/Jac. or PP)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room)

Classic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Classic Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Superior Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Junior Suite)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Classic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Junior Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room )

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room )

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View (Standard Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room )

Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room ) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub, Garden View (Deluxe Room )

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Av. El Lugar, Las Horquetas, Heredia, 41001

What's nearby

  • La Selva Biological Station - 5 min drive
  • Costa Rican Bird Route - 6 min drive
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque - 6 min drive
  • San Juan–La Selva Biological Corridor - 6 min drive
  • Tirimbina Rainforest Center - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Lucrecia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casona Tica Linda - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria La Terraza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Casita Típica - ‬9 min drive

About this property

El Lugar

Luxury family-friendly resort near La Selva Biological Station
Located close to Costa Rican Bird Route and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque, El Lugar provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding at this resort. Treat yourself to spa services, such as reflexology, a body scrub, or a deep-tissue massage. The on-site family restaurant, Club House, features a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, massage treatment rooms, and wedding services
Room features
All 55 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and memory foam beds
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 swim-up bar, 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Club House
  • Club House Wet Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private picnics
  • Spa services

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space (2411 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 3

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Couples dining
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 238 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does El Lugar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is El Lugar pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Lugar?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Lugar?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Lugar?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Lugar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 238 per person applies.

Where is El Lugar located?

This family-friendly Las Horquetas resort is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of La Selva Biological Station, Costa Rican Bird Route and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque. San Juan–La Selva Biological Corridor and Frogs Heaven are also within 9 mi (15 km).

El Lugar Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

houman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Supper friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024