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Tifakara by the Waterfall

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A modern bathroom with a large window, a wooden chair, a round wooden basin, and a towel rack.
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a glass dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and illuminated by ground lights.
A tented accommodation surrounded by lush greenery, with a paved pathway leading to it.
A pool area with seating and a covered structure, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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300m oeste de Catarata de La Fortuna, La Fortuna
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Quadruple Room

A bedroom with a wooden bench, a bedside table, and a view of lush greenery through a window.

Premium Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room with SPA

A wooden deck with a chair and table, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola structure.

Deluxe Double Room with SPA

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden and a pool.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Tropical Forest Bungalow

A wooden deck with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Tropical Forest Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Jungle Luxe Tent

A glass-enclosed bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair, surrounded by lush greenery.

Jungle Luxe Tent

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

About the area

La Fortuna

A luxury stay in La Fortuna awaits you at Tifakara by the Waterfall. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of La Fortuna Waterfall and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the mud bath. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class La Fortuna hotel, attractions include Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 15 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 24 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Harmony Food Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soda Tita Rosa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Tifakara by the Waterfall

Tifakara by the Waterfall offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Tifakara by the Waterfall. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Tifakara by the Waterfall was completed in December 2021.

This Colonial La Fortuna hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2008
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Tifakara by the Waterfall offers 17 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This La Fortuna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 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

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Telescope
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Built in 2008
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - December 2021
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • 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 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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
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Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

Tifakara by the Waterfall offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tifakara by the Waterfall on 5 Oct 2026 start from AU$293, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

Yep, Tifakara by the Waterfall has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Tifakara by the Waterfall. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as sports massages.

Does Tifakara by the Waterfall have a pool?

Tifakara by the Waterfall has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Tifakara by the Waterfall a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tifakara by the Waterfall.

Is Tifakara by the Waterfall family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Tifakara by the Waterfall is a hit with families.

Does Tifakara by the Waterfall serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

No, Tifakara by the Waterfall does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Tifakara by the Waterfall?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tifakara by the Waterfall Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 613 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was spectacular, was even better than our expectations. The resort is clean and modern. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous hotel with stunning views. Food was amazing. Pool, staff, everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spotless comfortable room in a beautiful hotel. Food and service were both outstanding. The night tour is not to be missed. Big thank you to the team for making it such a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the hotel the service very exepcional and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay at La-Tifakara was delightful from beginning to end. The grounds are beautiful, the staff go out of their way to keep the grounds pristine and to keep their guests happy. I have no complaints and I recommend this hotel very enthusiastically.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved it here. Staff was super helpful and kind. The frog sanctuary is so cool. It’s a quick trip into town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place and location were perfect. 5 minutes from waterfalls hike. The location was lush tucked in the rainforest. The staff was accommodating.
Our bungalow
Pool at the property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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amazing stay! the most beautiful experience with convenience to the waterfall and restaurants around. amazing staff from the lady at the front desk Esther and Antonio!! loved it completely. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing stay at the Tifakara by the Waterfalls! The food was amazing and very reasonable! All the staff were amazing! Our favorites were Ester, Chi Chi, & Antonio! ;) We hope to visit again one day!! Stacey & Charlie Texas USA
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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To have breakfast with a view of the Arenal Volcano, fresh costa rican breakfast with local fruits and coconut water, close of La Fortuna waterfall, great hospitality by all staff and
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So amazing! Pure rainforest experience in luxury! Staff and food amazing! The vibe and hotel grounds were amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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this property is one for the books. we loved every second. breakfast was great!
outside our room
amazing pool
breakfast
frog on our way back to room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The best hotel in my entire trip and I stayed in La Mariposa resort, fondevela, tabacon thermal resort! Just amazing property and the server at the restaurant Antonio and front staff super friendly and top of their game!! Surely would love to revisit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room and we had a great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We completely fell in love with this property and everyone there!!! 12 out of 10 stars recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is beautiful and the room very comfortable. The live music at the restaurant was a wonderful surprise and the service and food was excellent. The included tours were also amazing and yielded some of our best pics! Shout out to Steven, incredibly talented musician and the whole staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay here. The staff was so amazing and knowledgeable and showed us so many animals right on the property. The property is so special and unique. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff and hotel. It really felt like you were in the rainforest. We would wake up earlier each morning to listen to the rainforest with our coffee from the balcony. The last morning we saw toucans flying overhead in the trees. The included breakfast is amazing and staff is so helpful. Antonio was a great server and Kevin at the front desk was so helpful with local recommendations. I recommend doing Kevin’s nighttime rainforest walk to see so many animals, which was complimentary with our stay. If I’m ever back, I’m 100% staying here again. We rented a car so the included gated parking lot was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was such a beautiful location and the staff here were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful and beautiful relaxing atmosphere with attentive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was secluded and relaxing. Lots of nature to see and listen to at night. The food and pool area were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was a wonderful oasis…friendly helpful staff and fabulous ambiance!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Tifakara was an absolute dream. We wanted a boutique hotel that was integrated into the jungle and that's exactly what we got! The property is gorgeous, with winding paved paths through the jungle to get to each room. We visited the onsite frog sanctuary each night to hear the 100s of frogs (and try to spot just a few!). The included breakfast was top-notch, with fresh coconuts for coconut water, a gourmet coffee machine, a la carte options like eggs benedict, avocado toast, etc, and the best part was getting to enjoy it in the gorgeous pool area while listening to the many birds. The staff were very attentive and communicated often by WhatsApp to check in about our stay and make sure they were meeting our needs. The rooms are small but very tidy, clean, and well-kept, and the outdoor shower deserves special mention: showering under the trees with the sounds of the jungle all around was meditative and memorable. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026