La Selva Biological Station
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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La Selva Biological Station
3 km al sur de Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí, Heredia Province, Puerto Viejo de, Sarapiqui, Heredia, Costa Rica
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With a stay at La Selva Biological Station in Las Horquetas (Barrio Flaminia), you'll be steps from La Selva Biological Station and 3 minutes by foot from Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque. This hotel is 23.3 mi (37.5 km) from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Costa Rican Bird Route.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Excellent service
Sparkling clean
Airport drop-off availableShow More
Amenities
Hiking
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Children's Playground
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Property Description
With a stay at La Selva Biological Station in Las Horquetas (Barrio Flaminia), you'll be steps from La Selva Biological Station and 3 minutes by foot from Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque. This hotel is 23.3 mi (37.5 km) from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Costa Rican Bird Route.
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4.3/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.3
Amenities4.3
Location4.3
Service4.3
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Surroundings
Airport: Guapiles
(42.4 km)
Landmarks: Parque Recreativo Puerto Viejo
(2.0 km)
Landmarks: Río Sarapiquí
(2.3 km)
Landmarks: Casa de la Cultura Sarapiquí
(2.8 km)
Landmarks: Iglesia Evangelica Metodista Agape
(2.8 km)
Landmarks: Green Rivers Rafting & Kayaking Company
(2.8 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
13
Double Room with Garden View
2 Single bed or 1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
Garden view
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Guest Reviews
4.3/5
Very Good
29 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.3
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.3
- Service4.3
Average for similar properties in Sarapiqui
AI Summary
The rooms provide comfort with amenities like bunk beds, ceiling fans, and ample hot water. Guests enjoy a diverse breakfast. The staff is praised for exceptional service and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Mary Ann
March 5, 2025
Staying at La Selva was a unique experience. The accommodations are very rustic, which fits a research station. The highlight was the 3-hour guided tour that was included in the stay. A great experience for nature lovers.
philippe
February 20, 2025
Super sejour
Super sejour. La visite de 3h du parc avec guide etait super. Logement simple mais propre. Environnement exceptionnel
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Carol
February 7, 2025
An outstanding research and educational center. It was a privilege to stay onsite and enjoy an example of Costa Rica’s stellar conservation example
Bianca
February 7, 2025
Die Unterkunft ähnelt einer Jugendherberge. Was jedoch negativ auffiel, war die inkludierte Tour: Unser Guide hatte kein Teleskop, weil er es „nicht mochte“. Wir waren die einzige Gruppe ohne Teleskope, wodurch es sehr schwierig war, einige Vögel zu beobachten. Wahrscheinlich würde ich hier nicht wieder übernachten und auch keine Tour buchen. Der Guide war außerdem sehr desinteressiert.
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Gordon
February 5, 2025
Excellent birdwatching and a great vibe with plenty of young people enjoying nature.
The only problem was Google Maps kept directing us in the wrong direction down tiny little country lanes. This led to severe frustration because we wasted our limited time before even arriving.
Roger
February 4, 2025
It’s about the wildlife not the accommodation
The accommodation is basic . It’s designed as shared student rooms . While the food too is fairly basic - served in student canteen fashion - it is perfectly edible and satisfying.
But you don’t come here for either . You come to be close to the biological reserve and the wonderful birds and wildlife . So you can be up at dawn to catch the chorus and do the night walk after dark with the knowledgeable guides
Kathryn
January 24, 2025
Lovely place to stay for those interested in wild life and nature. Accommodation is basic but that’s not what you come here for. Maps of trails could do with being better
Neil
November 5, 2024
This is a unique place of natural wonders and that makes it difficult to review or compare to other accommodations. This is not your regular hotel with a/c, maid service, restaurant and bar. No, this is a cabin with resident gecko and without a/c. If you eat on site, the meals are cafeteria style, good and hearty. In return, you wake to the sound of Howler Monkeys, toucans and macaws. You walk from your cabin into the forest and you are immersed in the natural world. We love this place. It was our second visit and we will return.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hiking
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Children's Playground
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Concierge Service
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Food & Drink
Room Service
Kiosk/ Convenience Store
Health & Wellness
Hiking
Public Bath
Public Areas
Shopping Mall
No Smoking in Public Areas
Vending Machine
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Facilities for Children
Children's Playground
Business Services
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Safety & Security
First Aid Services
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: 11:00–11:30
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–17:00
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 10
With a stay at La Selva Biological Station in Las Horquetas (Barrio Flaminia), you'll be steps from La Selva Biological Station and 3 minutes by foot from Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Mixto Maquenque. This hotel is 23.3 mi (37.5 km) from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Costa Rican Bird Route.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, a banquet hall, and a vending machine. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8 AM.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, a banquet hall, and a vending machine. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8 AM.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.