HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic

5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

5.0

Outstanding(10 Reviews)

Lodge in Alajuela Province

20 guests · 5 bedrooms · 7 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this lodge

Simple elegance in a remote and wild location. HRC Lodge, in the heart of Guanacaste is your doorway into the rainforest. Plant trees and explore natural habitats from a lodge that supports the Hacienda Río Cote Reforestation Project. Built on a commanding plateau, with views of Volcano Tenorio, Río Cote National Forest, and Lake Nicaragua. Easy access to Río celeste, hot springs, windsurfing and boating around lake Arenal and Cote. Fast Wifi. Perfect for multiple families, groups, and seminars.

The space
Designed by the award winning Marin Arquectectos and Built in 2020 by local craftsman, the lodge features five bedrooms with private baths, as well as 1.5 baths adjacent to the great hall.

The Great hall provides dining as well as a seminar space for up to 24 people.

The five bedrooms can each accommodate up to four people.

The four bedrooms on the second floor all have private terraces overlooking the rainforest and plains of Guatuso and Lake Nicaragua

The entire lodge features commanding views of the rainforest and plains below

The front of the building is glass, all of which retracts opening the building to the surrounding primary jungle and pastures.

All furniture, doors, and interior finishings are from native, sustainably harvested woods, hand crafted by local master woodworkers.

The lodge is centered around the themes of the primary Jungle, Guanacaste Culture, and the Indigenous Maleku. The great hall and each bedroom features original paintings from local artists and traditional masks carved and painted by the Maleku.

The lodge includes a highspeed internet connection and can accommodate workshops and seminars. The primary purpose of the lodge is educational, and opportunities to learn about the primary jungle and reforestation can be part of your experience.

All income from your stay supports our reforestation efforts which are under contract with the Costa Rican government.

Built to U.S code, the lodge features a security system, smoke detectors and external CCTV

All bedrooms have individually keyed deadbolts and the compound is gated and locked.

The lodge features the privacy of a hotel and the intimacy of a home.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Alajuela Province

Nearby attractions

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

88.4 mi

Sky Adventures Arenal Park

22.6 mi

100% Aventura

26.8 mi

Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

95.5 mi

Available Rooms

HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic

5.0

Outstanding(10 Reviews)

Lodge in Alajuela Province

20 guests · 5 bedrooms · 7 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this lodge

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Alajuela Province

Nearby attractions

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

88.4 mi

Sky Adventures Arenal Park

22.6 mi

100% Aventura

26.8 mi

Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

95.5 mi

Available Rooms

Reviews

5.0

Outstanding(10 Reviews)

5.0

Jul 2023

The space was really beautiful and was everything we needed. I was facilitating a wellness retreat and the large room was perfect for our participants and activities. The rooms were great and so was the space. My only recommendation is to make it clear in the posting that the swimming pool and labyrinth area is located in another part of the location of the property and is not walkable to get to. Thank you.

5.0

Jul 2023

Words cannot describe HRC and the hosts. This property was simply amazing. Maher was very informative in making sure we knew all the attractions near the property. He also arranged a bus and a driver for us and made us all feel very well taken care of. We were a large group of four families with kids, and this house was perfect for our group. The property manager, Jorge, was very accommodating and a very good host to us. When one of the members of our group got sick, he was compassionate enough to bring her some fruits to keep her hydrated. Everything that this property has to offer is beyond anything that we have ever seen. From the spectacular views from the balcony to the nice pool at the wellness center, this property had everything to make our vacation perfect for everyone. It is a very clean and well-kept house. The fresh fruits, flowers, and amazing mountain views made it very relaxing. The kitchen had more than enough pots, pans, plates, and silverware for our group of 16 people to cook and eat. They also had a cleaning crew come out during our stay who made the place look perfect every time. We felt at home in this house, and nobody wanted to leave when the day came to fly back home.

5.0

Jul 2023

5.0

Mar 2023

Pictures don’t do the property justice. Excellent communication from host. Place was very clean. Big bowl fresh fruit and fresh flowers waiting for us. Would stay here again.

5.0

Jan 2023

This is a stunning house in an equally stunning surrounding. We were a group of 11 and stayed in this place for 4 days. To begin with, Maher is an amazing host. Since we booked the place, he was in regular communication with us. He helped us make reservations for various excursions. He even booked a bus for our entire group at a reasonable price. The driver picked our group from the airport and was with us for our entire time in Costa Rica. He even arranged to have an amazing chef cook us local cuisine one night and it was a treat. His place is located on top of a hill and all you can see is beautiful hills and countryside all around. It gets very foggy at nights and early in the morning which adds to the magic and mystic of this place. The house is a bit off the beaten path but that's exactly what we wanted. The property is new and very well maintained. All rooms have attached restrooms and there is plenty of space for a big group. The common areas including the living room, kitchen and dining is very spacious. They even have a swimming pool and a yoga retreat with access to lake Arenal within a 20-minute drive from this place. Our first day at the place and we were treated with fruits grown on their own farm. This is one of the best places we have stayed at, and we highly recommend it.

5.0

Nov 2022

We loved our time at the property. It was clean and was comfortable to stay at. Modern amenities. The kitchen was well appointed. Jorge was fantastic to work with! He was incredibly responsive to our communication. I felt like this location was an excelllent value. Some things other guests might want to consider. This location is up the mountain on a rough road. It's about 15 min or so from Lake Arenal. We were there in the wet season and it was really wet and muddy in the area so we weren't able to visit the waterfall or plant trees as we had originally planned. There is not a lot to do at the property, but we had activities that we did each day in Arenal and La Fortuna. We would definitely return.

5.0

Jul 2022

Pataste Mission Trip

Pataste Mission Trip

We had an amazing time at HRC. The place was spacious, very clean and everything that we need it! The only issue was the bad roads. It was raining season and the roads were in a really bad shape. A trip of 20 minutes took us almost around 45 minutes all the time we went down to our mission project. The same on the way up. Other than that it was awesome. The property manager Mr Jorge was very attentive, generous and always checking on us! He’s the best!! Always available! Yes, we recommend the place, and yes definitely planning to come back.

5.0

Jun 2022

Amazing Property

Amazing Property

Our group of 18 people (8 adults and 10 kids) has an amazing 9 days at HRC property. The house is secluded for privacy, very beautiful with a gated compound. It is modern and clean and really felt like home. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking appliances and Mahar and Jorge were very attentive and super prompt in responding to our questions. Prior to our visit, we had asked Mahar to arrange a Bus with driver for our entire group and he delivered with outstanding service with our driver Pablo, who picked us up from the San Jose Airport and was with us for the entire 9 days of our trip. Pablo went on all our hikes with us and showed us birds and other animals. The kids and us all had a great time and highly recommend getting the bus with the driver Pablo for any larger groups. On our request Mahar and Jorge had also provided us with fresh farm produce prior to us getting there. We also loved the fresh fruits that we received and kids were ecstatic to eat them. Jorge took us on the hike to the waterfall on the property and then also took us for fishing at the pond by his house. The kids had a blast fishing and planting the trees. Jorge had us also try the fresh sugarcane at his house and our entire group had a great experience spending the day exploring the property with him. The time spent at the wellness center was one of our favorite. The pool, maze and the access to Lake Arenal was amazing. We spend an entire day at the Wellness center and ended doing an impromptu BBQ lunch on a small portable grill that Jorge provided us (Such an amazing hospitality). All the experiences we had at HRC with the collaboration of Mahar, Jorge and Pablo (our driver) provided us with one of the greatest vacation experiences in Costa Rica. We all had a fantastic trip and highly recommend HRC rental for vacation. He also highly recommend getting Pablo for driving the bus for larger groups. The entire vacation was very safe and we cannot wait to go back in the future.

5.0

Feb 2022

My clients reported really enjoying this house. The host was very helpful and communicative. This group also enjoyed the catering offered (at additional cost).

5.0

Feb 2022

Great host and house

Great host and house

My clients reported really enjoying this house. The host was very helpful and communicative. This group also enjoyed the catering offered (at additional cost).

5.0

Sep 2021

Our family of six had a very memorable week at the HRC. The house and surrounding property is beautiful. We especially enjoyed the views of the green pastures. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen and laundry room are well stocked with everything you need. Mahar and Jorge were very responsive to all our questions and needs. Jorge was very kind to plant trees with our boys and show them around the property. The wellness center is a short drive away with a very nice pool for relaxing. Highly recommend this wonderful rental. Also recommend renting a 4X4 vehicle because the road is bumpy.

5.0

Aug 2021

Amazing stay at the HRC

Amazing stay at the HRC

5.0

Jul 2021

We stayed in this house with my husband and three kids, my son’s friend, my niece and nephew, and our three additional friends and we still had room to spare. The downstairs has a bedroom with two beds and then there are four bedrooms upstairs that either have two beds or a bed and a set of bunk beds. Each room has its own bathroom and private entrance off the balcony so everyone had privacy. The kitchen was fully stocked to cook at home and had great views when it wasn’t raining. Both Mahar and Jorge were quick to respond to any questions we had (like within minutes). The house is modern and clean and really felt like home. There is a 20 minute stretch of rough road so have the appropriate car. And the drive to La Fortuna is winding so my daughter and I struggled with car sickness but we were in a big 15 passenger vehicle. My only disappointment was the two times we got home early in hopes of planting a tree at the lodge with Jorge or maybe seeing the wellness center it was too rainy but maybe next time!

5.0

Jul 2021

Great house!

Great house!

FAQs

How much does this lodge cost compared to others in Alajuela Province?

The average price for a rental in Alajuela Province is $125 per night. This rental is $417 above the average.

Is parking included with this lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic. Enjoy the water!

Is HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic

Lodge in Alajuela Province

Reasons to book

About this lodge

Amenities

Map of Alajuela Province

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic

Lodge in Alajuela Province

Reasons to book

About this lodge

Amenities

Map of Alajuela Province

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this lodge cost compared to others in Alajuela Province?

Is parking included with this lodge?

Is there a pool at this lodge?

Is HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic pet friendly?

What amenities are available at HRC Reforestation Lodge: Remote, Wild, Authentic?

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