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Tifakara by the Waterfall

Property class: 4.5

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $338
$299 nightly
$338 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14

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
  • 600 sq ft
  • 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
  • 600 sq ft
  • 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
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Jungle Luxe Tent

  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

When you stay at Tifakara by the Waterfall in La Fortuna, you'll be in a national park, a 1-minute drive from La Fortuna Waterfall and 9 minutes from Baldi Hot Springs. .This luxury hotel is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park.

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 14 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 15 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 24 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Tita Rosa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soda Fortuna - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Perezoso - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Tifakara by the Waterfall

Tifakara by the Waterfall offers 17 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite 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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at EwaÚ or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
EwaÚ - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized 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 crib
  • 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
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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, 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 spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis Hotel La Fortuna

Tifakara by the Waterfall Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 623 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 623 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 623 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 623 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 623 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. The staff is so amazing and helpful. The property was absolutely beautiful and the food was delicious. I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean with beautiful views. Very helpful and friendly staff. They had good recommendations on stuff to do and where to go. Pool area was clean. Breakfast was delicious and they have a good variety of stuff to try. Would definitely recommend this as a place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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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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8/10 Good

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This hotel is located near the La Fortuna village, right by the waterfall. It was a great location and also situated near a rain forest. The breakfast was ala carte
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This place is a hidden gem. The food is excellent, the spa services were outstanding and the staff treat you with such kindness you feel you are at home. Having a hot tub on our patio was a plus and the shower is luxurious while feeling like you are outside. Highly recommend if you are looking for a tranquil and eco friendly place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Love the hotel the service very exepcional and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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From our arrival to our departure, everyone was so nice and accommodating! Chichi handed us a delicious complimentary welcome drink and Esther checked us in with a smile! This trip was a college graduation gift for my son and our stay was wonderful! Antonio was a during breakfast. Kevin took awesome pics for us during the night tour. We loved it here!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I had a wonderful stay at Tifikara by the waterfall! I highly recommend this hotel, the staff were super friendly and helpful, customer service was phenomenal! Location was perfect a 5 minute walk from La Fortuna waterfall. A special unexpected treat was the free guided night tour around the property the hotel offers where we got to see so many exotic plants and animals such as super colorful frogs! The free breakfast was delicious and the ahi tuna steak was a great choice for dinner. I especially loved drinking coconut water on the way to my room while enjoying the tropical scenery. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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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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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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Clean room and we had a great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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