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Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to La Fortuna Waterfall

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Deluxe Double Room with SPA | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Restaurant
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Premium Quadruple Room | Terrace/patio
Reception
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis offers mountain views of La Fortuna Waterfall. Guests enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast and can lounge by the outdoor pool. The garden provides nature access, and the on-site restaurant EwaÚ offers convenient dining.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premium Quadruple Room | Balcony

Premium Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room with SPA | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead

Deluxe Double Room with SPA

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Terrace/patio

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tropical Forest Bungalow | Terrace/patio

Tropical Forest Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
300m oeste de Catarata de La Fortuna, La Fortuna

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 12 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 20 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Perezoso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Cava Pizza a la Leña - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

Hotel near La Fortuna Waterfall
At Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at EwaÚ, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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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 cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • EwaÚ

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Tifakara Hotel La Fortuna
Tifakara Hotel
Tifakara La Fortuna
Tifakara Hotel Boutique La Fortuna
Tifakara Lodge Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Tifakara Boutique La Fortuna
Tifakara Boutique
Tifakara Boutique Hotel
Tifakara Boutique Hotel Birding Oasis La Fortuna
Tifakara Boutique Hotel Birding Oasis
Tifakara Boutique Birding Oasis La Fortuna
Tifakara Boutique Birding Oasis
Tifakara Hotel Boutique
Tifakara & Birding Oasis
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis Hotel
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis La Fortuna
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis?

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

What time is check-out at Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of La Fortuna Waterfall, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour, and Chato Volcano. El Salto Fortuna River and Cerro Chato Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 546 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anna, Hansel, and the entire staff were amazing! We had a wonderful stay—the rooms were beautiful, the food was delicious, and the property was beyond our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was a wonderful oasis…friendly helpful staff and fabulous ambiance!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and beautiful relaxing atmosphere with attentive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our 3 day visit, rooms were clean and quiet and they provided a good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michel

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

Nice Boutique Hotel at La Fortuna

Very interesting hotel boutique with a little grog Sanctuary we learn a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Everything is so well done. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is situated in a jungle! There are toucans, chachalacas, curassows, hummingbirds, thrushes, wrens …. The staff is amazing: everyone is so friendly and accommodating! The chefs prepare delicious foods. Can’t say enough good things about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Great wildlife
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prudence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally friendly, informative, and thoughtful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, excellent service, delicious food and drinks, fun setting with pools and lots of wildlife. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOSE L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and helpful. They have a great group of people running the hotel; from the front desk to the kitchen staff. Can’t say enough good things about this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Fun in the jungle

Fantastic hotel in an amazing location. Staff is very attentive and super helpful. If you're looking for some seclusion with views and the sounds of nature this is it. I would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here. We had 2 nights in a bungalow. Frog tour is a must! Close to so many activities. Every employee was super helpful and knowledgeable.

10/10 Excellent

kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very private and had beautiful views of the rainforest. The food was phenomenal - the breakfast options were extensive and so delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel if you're looking for a unique and private rainforest experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing boutique hotel! We totally enjoyed our stay and will come back for sure. Anna, Steven, Jose, and Allen, Gracias por todo!!! Pura Vida!!

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s absolutely gorgeous!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, great place to see birds. It is about 2 km from the town (the taxis were about $8.00 each way) and it is 300 m from the La Fortuna waterfall. Great staff (Daniela was great and she helped us coordinating 1-2 activities a day) and the rooms are very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic frog viewing during complimentary night walk offered on the grounds. The kids loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, unique, quiet, a little out of the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

This hotel is wonderful! Surrounded by jungle with great views of the Arenal volcano. The rooms are very nice and clean, comfortable. The staff is absolutely wonderful, very kind and genuine. Joshua and Randel was very helpful. Their restaurant offers great breakfast and dinner menu. Food was delicious! You must join the night tour of their frog sanctuary. This place was a highlight of our trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narbeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and did their best give us a great experience at the hotel. The food was delicious and the property was well maintained. Jay, the waiter was great and he did he provided excellent customer service. He should get a promotion or bonus 😉

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. The service was excellent. The moment we arrived Randall was showing us birds through his monocular. The night frog tour given by Josue was wonderful- we took great pictures of the critters. Steven and the rest of the restaurant staff gave great service. The food was tasty and of high-quality. Do not hesitate to stay at this beautiful retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all lovely. The evening rainforest walk was very interesting and our guide was so knowledgeable! The food was great and the all day access to coffee and espresso was fabulous. Our room was spacious with a large veranda overlooking the rain forest. The only slight negative was the bathroom in our room was very small just enough room for one person.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staffs are so nice and kind. I am regretting not give enough tip. They are so worthy to get it. No bugs at all. They are always make us feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Great Boutique Hotel

Ti-fakara hotel was fantastic. The service at the hotel was outstanding. Our air conditioner stopped working in the middle of the night and a repair man was sent immediately to fix it! Breakfast was wonderful with hot options, fresh fruit and juice, and buffet style continental options. Dinner at Bosque was the best meal we had in La Fortuna. The hotel is near the falls an oOn a clear day you can see Arenal from the restaurant and pool area. The only downfall was that the rooms are quite small. If you need space, I would recommend booking a room with two queens even if you dont need both beds. Overall we had a great stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

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