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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters - El Lugar Costa Rica Resort (Las Horquetas)
Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters - El Lugar Costa Rica Resort (Las Horquetas)
Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters - El Lugar Costa Rica Resort (Las Horquetas)
Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters - El Lugar Costa Rica Resort (Las Horquetas)
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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Wildlife sanctuary in the rainforest

Abundant wildlife roams this Costa Rican rainforest retreat. Guests cool off at the swim-up bar after horseback riding through the countryside. Attentive staff arrange aromatherapy treatments and massages to complete days of tropical exploration.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Garden view
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 132 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 132 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 114 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 203 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 203 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Private pool

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Las Horquetas, El Lugar Costa Rica Resort is in a rural area and near a boardwalk/promenade. Heliconia Island is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at La Selva Biological Station and Tirimbina Rainforest Center. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Frogs Heaven. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking. Visit our Las Horquetas travel guide
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Av. El Lugar, Las Horquetas, Heredia, 41001

What's nearby

  • La Selva Biological Station
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • San Agustin Church
    6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Costa Rica Best Chocolate
    9 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Frogs Heaven
    14 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion
    23 min drive - 14.6 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    123 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Típico La Carreta
    9 min drive
  • Yacare Bar
    8 min drive
  • Restaurante El Bambú
    7 min drive
  • Panadería cafetería La Sarapiqueña
    6 min drive
  • Soda Doña Julia
    4 min drive

About this property

El Lugar Costa Rica Resort

Luxury family-friendly resort near La Selva Biological Station
Located close to Heliconia Island and Tirimbina Rainforest Center, El Lugar Costa Rica Resort 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 deep-tissue massage, or a facial. 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, along with pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and massage treatment rooms
  • Outdoor furniture, wedding services, and 3 meeting rooms
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
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Club House
  • Club House Wet Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,411 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; 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 6:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Does El Lugar Costa Rica Resort have a pool?

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

Is El Lugar Costa Rica Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Lugar Costa Rica Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Lugar Costa Rica Resort?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Lugar Costa Rica Resort 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 Costa Rica Resort located?

This family-friendly Las Horquetas resort is located in a rural location, 1.8 mi (3 km) from La Selva Biological Station, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Frogs Heaven and Tirimbina Rainforest Center. Costa Rica Nature Pavilion and Braulio Carrillo National Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

El Lugar Costa Rica Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort is secluded, the casitas are adorable, and the staff is attentative and extremely responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place Horse back riding was our favorite The nature tour guide was very knowledgeable and made it interesting
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place, incredibly beautiful and peaceful. Staff was so great We loved staying here so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great stay!

Great property with tons of wildlife, great activities and great food. Staff was super attentive and very helpful. Family had a great time, will definitely stay again if I find myself in this part of Costa Rica again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful natural environment, amazing wildlife. Great staff and food is amazing. Rooms are wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great resort experience. I felt like I was a Don in the Zorro Movie. Rooms were clean and staff was attentive. Food was excellent. Horseback riding was awesome. We took a 2 hour ride through the Costa Rica rain forest and I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

houman

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

Fantastic

Supper friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an absolutely stellar property with world class accommodations and a restaurant with excellent food. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room with a lovely view from the balcony, quiet, comfortable bed, staff were lovely and very helpful. Pool area was nice and restaurant food was good. Lots of local wildlife can be seen on the site (howler monkeys, macaws, toucans).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Marei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer hat schrecklich muffig / ungelüftet gerochen – ebenso wie das Haupthaus. Auch Lüften brachte nichts. Die Preise für Speisen und Getränke im Restaurant haben wir als unangemessen / sportlich empfunden. Ein kleines Tässchen Cappuccino kostet beim eigentlich inkludierten Frühstück 5 US Dollar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Die Anlage war sehr groß und weitläufig. Wir hatten unser Zimmer, obwohl nicht ausgebucht, am äußersten Ende der Anlage. Deswegen brauchten wir überall hin einen Shuttle mit dem Golfcar. Dieser konnte schnell und unkompliziert per WhatsApp gebucht werden. Als wir im Zimmer ankamen, war die AC auf 16 Grad eingestellt. Es brauchte Stunden, bis die Fenster nicht mehr angelaufen waren. Es roch deswegen die ganze Zeit extrem nach Schimmel. Das Zimmer an sich war sehr groß und mit einem wunderschönen Blick. Das Abendessen war auch in Ordnung. Das Personal war jederzeit super freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AELLEEN DEL

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025