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Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping

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Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

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Panoramic Double Room, Mountain View

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  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Panoramic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Triple Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

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  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Exceptional
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  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sabana Redonda, Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping is in the mountains and in a national park. Ruinas de Ujarras and Catedral de la Mercedes are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Central Market Alajuela and Plaza Real Alajuela. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto or Monserrat Sports Complex. Visit our Poasito travel guide
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50 metros este del restaurante, El Descanso, carretera al volcan Poas, Sabana Redonda, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • A volcanic crater with a turquoise pool, surrounded by rugged terrain and vegetation.
    Poás Volcano National Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A forested area with a flowing stream and a waterfall in the background.
    La Paz Waterfall Gardens
    23 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • A large tree trunk with moss and lichen, surrounded by dense green foliage.
    Braulio Carrillo National Park
    34 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Hacienda Alsacia
    29 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Plaza Real Cariari
    60 min drive - 27.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station
    44 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Farm
    17 min drive
  • La Casa del Café
    19 min drive
  • Fresas del Volcán
    10 min drive
  • Restaurante Típico de Fraijanes
    7 min drive
  • Gustos y Sabores
    11 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 10 for adults, and USD 4 to 10 for children

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 and cash
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Poás Volcano National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Poas Volcano and Corso Lechería. Hacienda Alsacia and Doka Estate are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 4 year old son and I loved it here. They helped us with airport transfer and it was an awesome stay. Love that this is a family run business as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay at the Observatory Lodge and Glamping. The dome was so unique with beautiful views but they were clean, furnished beautifully and the amenities were modern. It is truly a family business and the property is clearly cared for with love. Eric and his wife were so kind, treated us like family and made the best breakfast. My daughters said "the best waffles they've ever had." It is a very short drive to Poas Volcano and the property had a beautiful hiking trail on it. We will 100% stay here again if in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Max & Eric were very helpful with information about the area. We loved the Sloth room. Breakfast was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, excellent views, Very well maintained, cute decoration, all the necessary amenities taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly. The room was adorable however, it was freezing and we had to rent a heater which should have been included and breakfast was not included.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the glamping experience for our daughters…convenient location very close to the Poas volcano …the beds could have some better quality blankets…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prohibidos Malas Energias

This is a beautiful location and the rooms are so roomy and well decorated. We loved our night here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adventure!

This was a fun stay, adventurous and nice view. No heating but the blankets provided were more than sufficient at night. Very clean and roomy enough for 3 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It one of a kind experience. Only 3 domes. But they were clean and we all necesites included. The owners were very friendly and the food was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a unique stay for sure, and pretty comfortable for a geodome room. It was a little cold at night (external heater extra, only helps a little). Views are good but not great. The food and service are very good. Nice friendly couple to run the place. I would say it should cost $75, not $100.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A great night!

This was a great position near Poás Volcano. Max was very communicative and helpful, and we had a lovely nights sleep listening to the rain on the canvas. Make no mistake - these are glamping pods, and definitely still feels on the camping side (vs some “glamping” lodges out there which are more hotel like). But if you go in with those expectations, then you’ll have a lovely stay! Lots of strawberry farms and coffee tours nearby as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice but nothing is included

Very nice design surrounded by nature. The night was very cold and there was no heating. They charge for the heater extra and for the breakfast as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a beautiful, romantic view. The bed was very comfortable and warm, arguably one of the most comfortable beds we slept in during our 9 days of hotels in Costa Rica. It was a little difficult to see through the windows when they were wet, there was a bit of road noise and a cow that mooed in the middle of the night which startled us awake. We did have to unlock the gate when we left early next morning, which took some doing. The morning was chilly (in October). Other than that, it was a really cool place to stay with a nice ambiance and rustic feel. The owners were very responsive when we asked a question. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Unique but water problems

I'm not much of a "glamper" so I really shouldn't have booked this place but I thought it would be interesting for a night. The good: unique, close to Poas volcano, beautiful surroundings, comfortable for being a tent, it's obvious that the owner is really trying to make this a nice comfortable place, service was good, heater was provided for a small fee. The "not so great": entrance is hard to find going towards Poas (going the other direction you can see the domes), road going up is steep and going up in the rain in a regular car was tricky, beds weren't very comfortable. The bad: the water in the shower was either ice cold or scalding hot and could not be regulated. The temperature would switch between the two and I could literally count for 4 seconds during those times that the water was usable. I could tolerate and even enjoy the rustic nature of the tent except for the shower situation, and that is the reason for my low rating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable glamping experience and wonderful family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in glamping tent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was lovely and the hosts were very accommodating - would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Volcano national park close
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a little gem! The owners are so kind, the location was gorgeous! Very hippy, nature vibe. Beautiful hiking trail on the property. Good location to the Poas volcano and town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prohibidos Malas Energias

This is a beautiful location and the rooms are so roomy and well decorated. We loved our night here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Poas Volcano
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff met you at the front, Spanish-speaking only but super nice. The room was fantastic when we stayed. It was a little bit colder so there was a space heater. There’s a menu in the room for options for meals. We didn’t partake in any of this, but it was great to know that we had a food available if needed. The only downside was the lack of hot water in the shower. We only stayed for one night so it really didn’t bother us that much but if we were saying multiple nights that would’ve been an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026