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Valley are various volcanos worth visiting. The Poas, Irazú,
and Barva volcanos are all about an hour away from San Jose
for a fun day trip. The Orosi area with its gorgeous coffee
plantations, the Tapantí National Park for trout fishing
and hiking, and the Cachí Dam are also beautiful day trips
for getting to know the diversity that Costa Rica has to
offer. On the northern side of this area is the town of
Sarchí, famous for its hand crafted wood souvenirs and coffee
plantations.
The areas of Alajuela, Heredia, San Jose, San Pedro, Santa
Ana and Escazú, are the most populated. A variety of shopping
Malls and shopping centers are available all over the central
Valley, as are Movie theaters, and many fantastic Restaurants
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VISTA DEL VALLE PLANTATION INN
(located only 20 mins drive west of the International
Airport) is one of Costa Rica´s premier “boutique”
inns. Set in tropical
gardens
amongst orange & coffee plantations & a 3000
acre nature reserve with trails &
waterfall,
the 10 exquisite japanese- style bungalows & main
house are a delight of tropical hardwoods, glass &
stone. Expect gourmet dining with breathtaking views
at the poolside restaurant. From $ 95- $150.
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CAFETAL INN
near the international airport 20 minutes west, is a
heaven of tranquility if you are looking for a small,
elegant, distinctive Inn. It sits on
the edge of a canyon surrounded by the Colorado river,
a constant breeze embraces you during the day, at night
you be enchanted by the city lights of the central valley.
Nestled on a coffee plantation, 10 exquisite rooms and
5 Luxurious bungalows offering spectacular views, trails
leading thought tropical gardens, and orange grove are
a bird watcher’s Paradise. Perfect for WEDDINGS!
Hike to a waterfall, pool, river, “El Llanero”
gourmet restaurant led by Canadian chef, bar, 25 organized
tours / From $90 to $150, Includes taxes and breakfast.
Tel: 446-5785.
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ARCO
IRIS LODGE – The German owned Arco Iris
Lodge is located on a small hillside at an equal distance
to the Monteverde and the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves.
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Tasteful,
comfortable cabins are surrounded by tropical gardens, forest
and pastures, but only a few minutes walk to the restaurants
and shops of the village. Helpful bilingual staff organizes
tours and transfers. Now with a new luxurious Honeymoon Cabin.
From $ 70 (standard) to $ 145 (two bedroom house) reservations
tel. 645 5067
www.arcoirislodge.com |
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BEACH LODGE – Located in the unique
Tortuguero area with the beach on one side, a black water
canal on the other and surrounded by jungle. The lodge offers
comfortable rooms with hot showers, fans, tiled floors and
large windows to let in the breeze. The large thatched roof
restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner and is conveniently
located near the turtle shaped swimming pool. The hotel’s
private canal, jungle trail and beach, offer many on site
activities for visitors allowing them to get the most out
of their stay. For reservations Call: 506-248-0707 or 506-258-4756
or write to: info@turtlebeachlodge.com |
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CATARATA DEL TORO -
Allow yourself a 2 or 3 hour stopover to visit this unveiled
diamond surrounded by pristine forest. Hike down all
the way to the base of the highest waterfall in CR, you
will feel yourself lost in time and a deep inner
peace will accompany you all the way. Do an amazing
rappel alongside the waterfall and after all those activities
allow yourself a good meal and drink in the very comfortable
restaurant. You can also spend the night in one of the 3
cozy rooms the lodge offers And continue your journey the
next day. Cel: 399-7476, info @catarata-del-toro.com,
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fee-romaing
deer and sloth, all kinds of lizards and iguanas. There is
a farm with a petting Zoo, and many play areas for children.
The Heliconias Restaurants offers daily specials of typical
cuisine: Visit El Ojoche Souvenir shop. Open Tue to Sun, From
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. LAst admission at 4 p.m. 2 hr guided tour
at 9, 11 or 1:00 p.m. upon request: Walking shoes, comfortable
clothes, binoculares, raincoat camera and hat recommended.
For more info call 507-8109
www.inbioparque.com
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ORQUIDEAS INN & RESORT (only ten minutes
from International Airport). Recommended by most Travel
Guides, the Orquideas Inn is the perfect place to begin
and end your vacation. Nestled on 10 acres of lush tropical
gardens and nature trails, it offers many amenities including
pool , mini spa, excellent restaurant and the famous Marilyn
Monroe Bar. The 26 air-conditioned rooms and suites are
beautifully decorated in the vibrant style of the tropics
and feature garden, pool, and fantastic mountain and volcano
views. Rates from US$55.00 double including the best breakfast
in Costa Rica. (Located near Alajuela at the intersection
of the roads to Poás Volcano and Grecia).Tels: (506)433-9346,
433-5174 Fax433-9740
info@orquideasinn.com. |
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