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Hotel Catarata Río Celeste

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A small, rustic building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants. - Hotel Catarata Río Celeste (Katira)
A wooden deck with a hammock, rocking chairs, and a small table. - Hotel Catarata Río Celeste (Katira)
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a rustic stone wall. - Hotel Catarata Río Celeste (Katira)
A bed with a canopy, a desk, and a chair in a room with a view of greenery. - Hotel Catarata Río Celeste (Katira)
A room with a hammock, a wooden rocking chair, and a bed with white bedding. - Hotel Catarata Río Celeste (Katira)
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry

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A small, rustic building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with two beds, a shelf with hanging items, a potted plant, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Katira, Hotel Catarata Río Celeste is in the mountains and in a national park. Tenorio Volcano National Park and Tapir Valley Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frog's Paradise and FlyZone Wakeboard School. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tronadora Arena or Quebrada Grande Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Katira travel guide
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La paz de Río celeste de Guatuso, Katira, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading into a clear blue pool surrounded by lush greenery.
    Tenorio Volcano National Park
    6 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • El Pilon Station
    6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Peace Tree
    8 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve
    21 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Upala Central Park
    55 min drive - 28.0 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Sabor de Doña Carmen
    30 min drive
  • Restaurante La Danta
    29 min drive
  • Cafe la Semilla
    29 min drive
  • Blue River Brewery
    20 min drive
  • Yeye's Restaurante
    31 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Catarata Río Celeste have a pool?

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

Is Hotel Catarata Río Celeste pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste?

Check-out is at 1 PM.

Where is Hotel Catarata Río Celeste located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tenorio Volcano National Park, El Pilon Station, and Rio Celeste Waterfall. Peace Tree is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A serene retreat close to Rio, Celeste, and national Park, even though there was a bit of language barrier. The front desk was kind and we figured it out. She even helped us book a night tour. The property grounds were beautiful. It felt like you were in the jungle. There is no AC, but there is fans in the room. The hammock outside the Villa was a nice touch and you had your own privacy. It’s not a huge room but cosy enough and clean and hot water, which is a huge plus . We seen a Pezzotti by the front eating bananas, which was really cool. The place is really taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
LA HABITACION ESTABA BIEN
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great choice in this area for a budget property. Room was very clean, staff was friendly. We were entertained in the morning by a troop of Capuchin Monkeys while eating the included breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Teeny tiny room.

The room was more like a little closet with a double bed and a twin bed. There was a table, no chairs. There was a lot of noise from the road all night, you could here the semi trucks. I would not recommend this hotel. The staff was very pleasant and the breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buen hotel cerca de la catarata del Rio Celeste

El hotel está muy cerca de la catarata Rio Celeste, por lo que es ideal para visitarla desde aqui. El servicio es bueno. Utilizamos la lavanderia y quedamos satisfechos con el resultado. Hay dos restaurantes muy cerca, al salir a la carretera; a uno de ellos se accede incluso desde los jardines del hotel. La piscina y el entorno son espectaculares. La habitacion era pequeña, pero dispone de terraza con hamacas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Séjour correct a proximité du tio Celeste
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buen lugar para descansar.

Muy buen lugar para descansar y conocer la zona. Está como a 1.5km de la entrada al Parque Nacional de Río Celeste. Buen desayuno. Hay wifi, pero casi no hay señal de celular. Si planean ver películas, es mejor llevar precargadas. Las hamacas son excelentes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so surreal! You are staying in a bungalow in the middle of the rainforest! It is magical to wake up and look out the big windows and just see all the green. The staff was all very friendly. Hector also does an amazing job at making sure you are taken care of and helping you make the most of your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property. The only negative was that the power went out while we were there but it only lasted a couple hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hôtel tout près du parc national

Pas trop mal pour le prix, mais très mal isolé donc de la peine à dormir quand les voisins parlent ah téléphone au milieu de la nuit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simple but has all you need!

I loved Hotel Catarata Rio Celeste. It’s very simple lodging- nothing fancy, but that’s all we needed. It’s close to the park, across the street from a yummy, cheap typical restaurant, and is on gorgeous grounds with beautiful gardens that you can explore. The included breakfast was delish, and they helped us know what color the river was each day, to know if it was worth going into the park. I will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Problemas con el servicio de Internet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

An amazing getaway

Extremely friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Rooms were clean and well stocked for cooking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the birds and wildlife around the lodging. The grounds were well landscaped with pretty trees and flowers. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superbe

A proximité du parc Tenorio, charmant hôtel avec un joli jardin paysager où passent pleins d'animaux
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très propre et accueil en français Excellent rapport qualité prix
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellente adresse

Hôtel avec un charme fou! Les chambres sont décorées avec beaucoup de goût et en adéquation avec le magnifique jardin qui entoure tous les bungalow permettant de nous sentir isolés. L’accueil fut excellent et le personnel très réactif pour nous proposer des activités de qualité (un tour nocturne privé dans la forêt avec guide francophone). Nous serions bien restés plus longtemps! Seul petit bémol, l’absence d’eau chaude...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La cercania con el parque y el rio bajo el puente ademas del restaurant londero
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente lugar!

Todo Perfecto!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste

Hotel de tipo montaña. Habitaciones pequeñas y sin tv. Camas pequeñas. Un único basurero para toda la habitación. Aspectos de seguridad a resaltar (llavín de puerta principal en malas condiciones). En el restaurant buena la comida en calidad y cantidad. La atención en el restaurant y área de recepción buena.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have restaurant on site. Need better, cheaper food. Broken tiles and glass shelf in shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful area

Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L'endroit est très paisible. On est près de la nature. Magnifique site avec piscine. Manque par contre de chaise autour de la piscine. Restaurant délicieux et accommodant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Room comfort

A EVITER

Le plus mauvais choix de notre séjour. chambre spartiate,pas de table de nuit ni de lampe de chevet donc pas de possibilité de lire ou d'aller aux toilettes,aucun endroit pour poser nos produits de toilette dans la salle d'eau et cerise sur le gâteau au moment de se doucher pas d'eau chaude ,nous avons du changer de chambre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019