Canon de La Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Curubandé with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy, facials, massages
Body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy, facials, massages
Rafting

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Located on the ground floor
Desk
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Rincon de La Vieja, Curubandé, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Galeria 1824 Gallery - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Museo de Guanacaste - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Liberia Parque Central - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Church of La Ermita La Agonia - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Rio Negro Hot Springs - 44 min drive - 13.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donde Pipe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee House Liberia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Patio - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Continental - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Restaurante Chaparrastique - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Canon de La Vieja Lodge

Hotel in a rural location
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Canon de La Vieja Lodge. Indulge in a facial, a body treatment, and a massage at Aquetzally Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with free cabanas
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises and a front-desk safe
Room features
All 50 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Private yards, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rafting

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Mud bath

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Canon de La Vieja
Canon de La Vieja Liberia
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Canon de La Vieja Lodge Liberia
Canon Vieja Lodge Curubande
Canon Vieja Curubande
Curubande Canon de La Vieja Lodge Hotel
Hotel Canon de La Vieja Lodge Curubande
Canon de La Vieja Lodge Curubande
Canon Vieja
Canon Vieja Lodge
Hotel Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Canon de La Vieja Lodge Hotel
Canon de La Vieja Lodge Curubandé
Canon de La Vieja Lodge Hotel Curubandé

Frequently asked questions

Does Canon de La Vieja Lodge have a pool?

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

Is Canon de La Vieja Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Canon de La Vieja Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Canon de La Vieja Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canon de La Vieja Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Canon de La Vieja Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Go Adventures and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sabanero Statue and La Leona Waterfall. Museo de Guanacaste and Iglesia Inmaculada Concepción de María are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Canon de La Vieja Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 235 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We loved staying at Canon de La Vieja Lodge for our first few nights in Costa Rica. It was a short distance from the airport and close to the National Park. Lots to explore in the area. The property had many activities to enjoy. Even though the property is popular with tour groups we never felt it was crowded and always found quiet areas to enjoy by ourselves. We greatly appreciated the hot water pools down by the river as well as the main pool with it's swim up bar. Highly recommend this Lodge. Keep in mind it has an eco lodge vibe. There are many animals as well as insects.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great place to stay close to Liberia airport on your last night. Rustic feel with nice pool and soaking tubs overlooking the River. Ziplining was fun too!! Would stay again! Justin from Montreal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Very beautiful property! Great staff, good food, lots of activities! We love the place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay! It was comfortable, rustic and basic needs were met. Nothing fancy. Restaurant was yummy. Free breakfast was good typical Costa Rican food. Many activities available. Spa service, mud baths, horseback riding, rock climbing all available. Nice poolside bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Lovely place great facilities, quiet, staff were really friendly, spa and hot springs were an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

Admittedly, we discovered this lodge because our flight from the Liberia airport was unexpectedly cancelled. We had spent a long, awful day at the airport and it was rather late when I booked through Expedia. (The airline had no accommodations planned for travelers. Ufff). I was SO relieved that the staff were willing to stay open late to receive us. They even asked the restaurant staff to stay late so we could all get something to eat before bed. The natural surroundings and nature are beautiful. The breakfast was a perfect Tico breakfast with gallo pinto and huevos. I am so grateful to have had a safe, clean cabin with air-conditioning in which to stay. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Absolutely love this place, particularly the views from the trails near the river.

8/10

Terrific food, pools, cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

The activities were very good. Cabins were very nice, staff were very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

on site adventure trips, hot pools
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Best steak dish. All in one location. Close to rincon de la vieja and llanos del cortes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Excellent service Very peaceful if you’re looking to relax. Breakfast included! Lots of activities within the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

4/10

Service and food at restaurant was great. Accommodations and grounds not worth the $97. Just better than an hostel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10

This is a really lovely full service resort with many adventure options, spas, pool, bar and restaurant. No need to leave! The staff were very friendly and helpful. I look forward to returning. The only thing a bit difficult is getting to and from the LIR airport. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10

This property felt a bit more like a hostel than we expected. It was very isolated, more so than we expected. It was drivable to the adventures we had planned for the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Nature and bugs are inseparable. Still, the red ants crawling on the walls of the room were a little uncomfortable. The service was great though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10

Disappointing experience. Aged facilities, no amenities, bathroom in poor condition. The river side thermal pools, sustainability elements and the breakfast were the reason I am not leaving a 1 star review. Left after just one night and forfeited hundreds of dollars for my remaining reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great accommodation, 1/2 h from Liberia Airport by taxi. We had 2 rooms in one separate cottage in the middle of dry forest. We didn’t see for years such a beautiful Sky at night with so many starts. Clean air. Good breakfast. Great package for activities. Very accommodating front desk with each and every request. Overall- very good Expirience.

4/10

The scenery was amazing it was great to go into the Hot Springs and see all of the trees and the greenery around it. The only part that I did not like was that we had poop in our beds and in our sheets. We also had to fight termites and ants through the night
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

No hot water to shower for 2 days! Called the front desk on the 1st night they said housekeeping is off duty. Next day we were out all day for our adventures and when we returned still no hot water. 1st night dinner at their restaurant the whole lodge lost power for few hours. We ate dinner in the dark, it was kind of adventurous. Dinner was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10

At first I thought it had a bit of a weird vibe, because it clearly caters to big groups, but this was actually a bonus because the groups don’t stick around during the day, which means we had the pool area all to ourselves. The pool area was really nice. The restaurant had a pretty basic menu, and the food was ok, not great, but well priced. Rooms were also basic, but clean and met all our needs. We stayed three nights and did the La Leona Waterfall tour in Curubande and walked at the Rincon de la Vieja National Park. With a car, the lodge was well located for this. Also very close to Liberia and the airport, but still felt rural, out of the way, quiet. The grounds were also nice, treed. Zip lining at the lodge looked fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10

This has an eco lodge feel to it, so don’t expect anything fancy. However, we enjoyed our stay and had fun doing the activities. The grounds are very pretty and there is a lot of nature all around. The staff was just okay. Not as outgoing or friendly as we have found other places and the communication wasn’t great. For example, we never did figure out how to use the mud baths because no one was available to help us. But, overall, it was a fun place to stay with my kids and I’m glad we went.

10/10

The property was a very typical Costa Rican Lodge. Beautiful location along a very nice river, off the beaten track away from loud city noise. The convenience of offering rafting, tubing, zip lining rappelling, spa service etc all in one place is very nice. It is reasonably priced for activities and the restaurant is very good. A nice buffet breakfast is included. Nice swim up bar and pool are. Service was prompt. As I stated earlier, the lodge was typical and can use a little updating. It had old school louvered windows and half of them had broken handles to open and close them which made it difficult for the A/C to be of optimum performance. Our entrance door dragged a little on the floor about halfway open, but a little lifting and it opened fully. If would be nice to have a mini fridge in the rooms. Hot water worked well! Overall, I really liked the place though. Staff was very friendly and the grounds were very pretty. I will be back with the kids next time to enjoy the activities offered.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10

The hot springs are not the hottest, maybe 100F. The breakfast was just basic. The food was just basic. The bed was hard, and with springs. The water pressure was not hard. The receptionist was not friendly. You cannot get into the room until checkin. The double charged me for my room, still waiting on a credit. Owner needs to be more involved. Coffee was disgusting, and the milk taste like powder milk. Smoothies didn't have real fruit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022