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La Anita Rainforest Ranch

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Guayabo lodge

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Front of property
Standard Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | Balcony
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Shower, free toiletries, towels
Ecotours

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
500m Este de la Iglesia Católica, Colonia Libertad de Aguas Claras, Guayabo, Guanacaste
  • Rincón de la Vieja Volcano
  • Miravalles Maze
    26 min drive
  • cafe campesino
    12 min walk
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    123 min drive

Room options

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Traditional Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Cabin, Private Bathroom, Mountainside

Family Cabin, Private Bathroom, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

Guayabo

In Guayabo .Within the region of this Guayabo lodge, you'll find Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and Tenorio Volcano National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Miravalles Maze - 26 min drive
  • Rio Negro Hot Springs - 38 min drive
  • Miravalles Volcano - 44 min drive
  • Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park - 51 min drive
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 81 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪las delicias del sapo - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria Santa Fe - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪cafe campesino - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Soda y Marisqueria Rio Celeste - ‬27 min drive

About this property

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Guayabo lodge
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at La Anita Rainforest Ranch. The lodge can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Guayabo lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
La Anita Rainforest Ranch offers 13 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9 AM: CRC 5650 per person
  • 1 restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Shopping

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property must contact this property in advance for accurate arrival routes.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CRC 5650 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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La Anita Rainforest Ranch Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodations! The host was very personable and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highlight of our Costa Rica trip!
Staying at La Anita Rainforest Ranch was the highlight of our trip to Costa Rica. We stayed for three nights and had an incredible experience. The hospitality of Pablo and Anna are unmatched; we felt so welcome and taken care of during our stay. The food was phenomenal, with a menu of fresh local foods that changed daily. Everything was very clean and taken care of. The property offers plenty to explore, and the lack of WiFi in the cabins makes it easy to unplug and enjoy the company of your companions. We HIGHLY reccomend the cacao tour- it was very informative and changed our perspective on chocolate and the industry at large. The ranch will forever hold a special place in our hearts!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aissata

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THe stay was great, the property was beautiful and Ana and Pablo were amazing hosts. We stayed one night but had time to go on a hike and have a beautiful view at the top. Recommended for an adventure and immersion in nature.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner Pablo was an excellent host and the Chocolate Tour and tasting was phenomenal. Learned so much about cacao. Massage and meals were great too! Highly recommend LaAnita
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

BRIGITTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved our cabin very much. My only suggestion would be to have mattress covers under the fitted sheets. Sleeping almost directly on a mattress is not very hygienic. There should be a barrier between the mattress and the fitted sheet that can be removed and sanitized.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica, Flower Mound

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too many great things to name! We absolutely loved it! If you’re wondering to book or not, definitely do it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payton

Travelled with partner
Gorgeous and tranquil spot. 💗 Highly recommend and hope to be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sussie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and delicous meals!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Authentic, beautiful place with charming hosts
What an authentic and beautiful place with the most genteel, charming and gracious hosts! Several forest walking paths and an orange tree outside the cottage with a never-ending stream of varied bird life to watch. And chocolate factory on site - very interesting.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Calm, cool perfection
This place is perfection in so many ways: the grounds are impeccable and just like you see them in the pictures. Few, if any, mosquitos. Cool high elevation air. The cabins are large, quiet, private and have mini refrigerators along with quiet surroundings and great privacy. Above all, owner/operator Pablo is charming, nice, attentive, but also lets you have your space. Everything you ask for, you get that same day! For example, our shower head was broken, but still just fine. It was fixed by the time we got back from hiking that afternoon! There were hammocks and comfortable chairs on the private deck of the huts. Just a very quiet, calm, familial stay in what felt like a very upscale resort. Pablo made it feel like we were staying with a friend of the family! This place is very highly recommended and could be a relaxing destination of its own. Just know that it is almost two hours to the Rincon de la Viejo national parks; but very well worth it (beautiful drive too). Dinner is at 6 pm. (traditional Costa Rican food: some veggies, some potatoes or rice, and some meat - ask ahead of time if you have other desires). A very fulfilling breakfast is served around 7.30. Upon request or if time allows; see the on-site chocolate factory! Don't miss the cocoa nibs for breakfast or in the nice store! Enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A peaceful location and wonderful hospitality. Thank you Pablo and Anita!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place, the nicest staff and stunning property! I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitsuhiko

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

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terese, Brea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish we could have stayed longer than 3 nights here. This place is a wonderful representation of the nicest Costa Rican hospitality and dedication to the environment. Individual cottages are perfect, even with an occasional insect! Food was fresh and delicious. Best dark chocolate ever is made here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience at La Anita Rainforest Ranch. My 18 year daughter and I stayed for three nights and wish we would have stayed longer. It was one of the best experiences of our two week trip to Costa Rica. Pablo, his family and staff went above and beyond to make our stay welcoming and comfortable. The cabins were beautifully rustic and had all the amenities we needed. The property is beautiful and Pablo was very helpful to set up activities for us during our stay. We went horseback riding through the rainforest with Edgar, who is a horse whisperer and it was incredible with spectacular views. Then we enjoyed a Caribbean cooking class with Araselli, who was a lovely person and makes fantastic food. The breakfasts and dinners at the lodge were delicious and we felt like part of the family by the end of our stay. We loved every minute of and would love to come for another visit. Highly recommend this place for a true local Costa Rican experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property is of off the grid! it was so peaceful and completely part of the nature. The drive was bit challenge but it was totally worth it. Excellent food and great relaxing activities. Massage settings are awesome (beautiful secluded outdoors) !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rodger, La Fortuna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Paulo, the owner, was very welcoming and accommodating. The activities he suggested were excellent. The food was very good. Our cabin accommodation was excellent and the grounds are expansive and beautifully landscaped. Some of the road to reach La Anita was very rough but the ride was worth it. We would highly recommend visiting La Anita Rainforest Ranch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend visiting this beautiful place in Costa Rica. Took a little bit to get there from the airport but it was well worth it. Yes the road leading up to the ranch has major potholes but it was a lot of fun to drive on. Make sure you get an SUV if you can. Pablo was a wonderful host, I consider him a friend now after staying there for three nights. I got two wonderful massages from Sonia which were excellent. Pablo has two wonderful dogs that became my buddies. The food is fresh, the cacao tour was the bomb! make sure you take home lots of their delicious choc bars. Sad that mine is almost gone. We checked out a nearby hot spring/ mud bath which was a lot of fun. My favorite part of the ranch was lying in bed at night listening to all of the birds and rainforest critters around me. Very affordable place to vacation to. I guess my only complaint would be that there was no where to go after dinner to hang out other than your room and because the cabins are somewhat close to each other your neighbors could be disturbed if you talk a little loud. We are not generally early to bed people so that was a bit of a challenge. It was very quiet abd peaceful overall on the ranch and I didn’t see any children. Also next time I visit I will bring a couple extra towels, probably could’ve got some from the staff but didn’t want to bother them.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019