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An aerial view of a property with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a small red-roofed structure.

A patio area with stone flooring, outdoor tables and chairs, and red umbrellas.

A pool surrounded by tropical plants and a red-roofed structure.

A wooden bridge over a calm river surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

1. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Tiffany

£97

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone wall.

A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by lush greenery.

A serene outdoor area with a pond, a wooden dock, and lush greenery.

A bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a ship's wheel decoration.

2. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Jairo

£97

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of mountains and a valley.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pool area.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a balcony with a view of green hills, and a dining area with a table set for two.

3. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

Paraiso

Jane

£69

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel with a yellow facade, a blue bus parked in front, and a white car.

A multi-story hotel with a covered parking area, multiple vehicles, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and ornate ceiling patterns, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs.

A reception area with a wooden desk, framed pictures, and a vase of flowers.

4. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

El Tejar

Rick

£92

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

An outdoor covered dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a body of water.

A garden pathway leading to a building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a glass-top dining table, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

5. La Casona del Cafetal

Cachi

Susana Cristal

£94

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story building with a red roof, large windows, and a covered parking area.

A covered outdoor area with a glass balustrade, furnished with tables and chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A long, narrow hallway with tiled flooring, large windows on one side, and potted plants along the walls.

A pathway leading to a building with a tiled floor, green metal railings, and flower beds with red and pink flowers.

6. Hotel Las Brumas

San Rafael

Guiselle

£75

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden building with a sign reading "SECRET GARDEN." It has a wooden deck and is surrounded by greenery and flowers.

A wooden room with large windows offering a view of a rural landscape, including fields and a distant building.

A wooden cabin room with two beds, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A row of wooden cabins with a paved path leading to a covered area, string lights overhead, and cars parked in front.

7. Cabañas & Mirador Secret Garden Costa R.

Potrero Cerrado

Craig

£81

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of ladybugs, and a plant.

A wooden deck with a round table featuring a floral tablecloth and a small vase with flowers.

A small house with a porch, a small table, and a flower bed.

A living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a large window with a view of lush greenery.

8. Hotel Quelitales

Cachi

Adrianus

£110

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A lush garden with a pond, a wooden bridge, and a building with a green roof.

A lush garden with a gazebo, a small pavilion, and a building with a red roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a river.

A room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a small round table, and a decorative fan.

A wooden house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a lush garden with various plants and flowers.

9. Trogon Lodge

Páramo

Adriana

£99

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spa area with two hot tubs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and large windows.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A building with a wooden facade and large windows.

A modern building with large glass windows, wooden beams, and a garden with succulents and rocks.

10. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Páramo

Carolina

£96

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A secluded house surrounded by dense forest.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

An aerial view of a forested area with several buildings with green roofs, surrounded by dense trees.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table with a plant, and a view of the mountains.

11. Cedrela Ecolodge

Copey

Helen

£75

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden cabin with a covered porch, two chairs, and a view of lush greenery and hills.

A wooden house with a brick chimney, large windows, and a patio with chairs.

A modern building with large windows and a curved roof, surrounded by greenery.

A forest stream surrounded by dense foliage.

12. Toucanet Lodge

Copey

Gustavo

£71

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a view of a lush forest.

A two-story building with a tiled roof, large glass windows, and a central courtyard.

A modern house with a glass facade, a patio area, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

13. Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

Copey

Eric

£113

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.

A reception area with wooden block wall art, two pendant lights, and a display of plush toys.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of plants.

14. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

Engel

£111

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A two-story house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A two-story house with a red roof and yellow walls, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A room with two beds, a dining table, chairs, a small table with a plant, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with a brick wall, a tiled floor, and a mural of flowers.

15. Guayabo Lodge

Santa Cruz de Turrialba

Jose

£94

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel with a central courtyard, a flag, and a sign reading "Bavarianilla."

A swimming pool with blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area with a roof.

A red bench in a garden with a building in the background.

A buffet with various food items including bananas, carrots, and other vegetables.

16. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

Ernest

£123

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by a patio with outdoor furniture, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and mountains.

A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, brick walls, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a brick fireplace, and a view of greenery outside.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a sofa, and a staircase.

17. Hotel Villa Florencia

Turrialba

Francisco

£134

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A garden with a gazebo, a pathway, and seating areas.

A garden with a stone path leading to a building with a tiled roof.

A dining area with a red tablecloth, wooden chairs, a fireplace, and a dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bottle.

A large, well-lit building with multiple windows and a covered outdoor area with hanging plants.

18. Hotel de Montaña Suria

Copey

Sandro

£70

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A two-story house with a green roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a clear blue sky.

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, a window with curtains, and a bathtub with rose petals and a plate of food.

19. Hotel Casa Turire

La Suiza

Alexander

£117

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A wooden deck with a table and benches, overlooking a garden and a view of the city.

20. Posada El Quijote

San Rafael

Sergio

£63

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Lankester Botanical Garden

9.2/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lankester Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Dulce Nombre. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

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Nestled in the lush highlands, Dulce Nombre invites exploration of the magnificent Lankester Botanical Garden with its world-class orchid collection. Venture to nearby Irazu Volcano National Park where hiking trails lead to dramatic crater views and cloud forests teem with unique wildlife.

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A church with two towers and a cross on top, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.

Top Dulce Nombre Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"Staff très bien ! Clean room bien mais long séjour pourrait tout laver au moins une fois dans la semaine. (Douche, Draps)"

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was in a good location and was very clean and neat. the staff was very friendly and helpful , breakfast was included and was very good, there was free secured parking, the one thing that I did not like was the guest policy no additional guest are allowed after check-in."

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location. Friendly staff"

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente hotel, muy buena ubicación"

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Muy buenos excelente trato re personal super amables y atentos la muchacha del mostrador excelente hasta el gerente muy amable los recomiendo ."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

10/10 Excellent

"An Exceptional Hotel - Hospitality at Its Finest It was a privilege to have stayed here. The stunning lobby and beautiful restaurant create an atmosphere of sophisticated elegance. But what truly distinguishes this hotel is its remarkable staff. The level of hospitality is outstanding - gracious, attentive, and genuinely caring. Throughout my entire stay, I felt completely looked after, with every need met with warmth and professionalism. I felt genuinely welcomed and valued. An unforgettable stay, and a hotel I wholeheartedly recommend. My sincere appreciation to the entire staff for making my visit so exceptional. Special thank you to Didsy, Fabiola, Carlos, Ronny, Waleska, Adrian, and Fernando."

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

10/10 Excellent

"Great 6 night stay. The room was great. The staff was great. The location was great with many restaurants within walking distance."

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent

"Other than the shower taking quite a bit of time to get warm, the stay was absolutely fantastic and perfect."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable"

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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

£17

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (373 reviews)

Hotel el Descanso

Avenida 2 con calle 22, 22560304 San José San José

£22

12 Nov - 13 Nov

includes taxes & fees

6.8/10 (56 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

£34

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

calle 33 intensa frente San José San José

£39

17 Oct - 18 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (42 reviews)

Hotel Casa 69

69 Calle 25 bis 80 mts de embajada San José San Jose

£47

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)

The Victorian Hotel CR

Paseo Colon, 28 y 30 Street San José San jose

£66

12 Nov - 13 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Dulce Nombre?

The best area to stay in Dulce Nombre is along the main road that runs through the village, particularly around the central church and plaza.This area is the heart of Dulce Nombre, offering a convenient base for exploring. It's a small, welcoming village with a few local shops and eateries clustered near the church. The main road provides direct access to nearby attractions and is generally easy to navigate.Couples looking for a tranquil retreat will find this area particularly appealing. The peaceful surroundings and the opportunity to experience authentic local life make it a relaxing choice. You can enjoy quiet walks and connect with the local culture without the bustle of larger towns.For travellers interested in local handicrafts and a genuine Costa Rican experience, staying near the centre allows for easy access to small artisan shops and the chance to interact with residents.

What are the best family hotels in Dulce Nombre?

For a family-friendly hotel in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent option.This 4.5-star resort, rated 8.0, offers a range of appealing features for families. It provides a pool with sun loungers and a poolside bar, making it an enjoyable spot for both adults and children. For convenience, the resort offers free cribs and free rollaway extra beds, along with sofa beds in the rooms, ensuring comfortable sleeping arrangements for everyone.

Are there any all-inclusive hotels in Dulce Nombre?

Yes, for an all-inclusive experience in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent choice.This 4.5-star resort, rated 8.0, offers an extensive all-inclusive stay, ensuring a relaxing holiday. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, and there is also a convenient poolside bar. The resort is set amidst a beautiful mountain landscape, providing stunning mountain views.

What are the best spa hotels in Dulce Nombre?

For a highly-rated spa hotel in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent choice.This 4.5-star hotel, with an 8.0 rating, offers an extensive on-site spa experience. Guests can enjoy a wide range of treatments, including body scrubs, body treatments, hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, and facial treatments. The spa also features a steam room and offers body wraps. For those planning a massage, it is recommended to book in advance.

What hotels in Dulce Nombre offer free breakfast?

For hotels in Dulce Nombre that offer free breakfast, consider the Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa and the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa.The 3-star Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa, with a 9.0 rating, provides a complimentary breakfast, including local options, to start your day. Guests also benefit from free self-parking and an outdoor pool.Another excellent choice is the 4.5-star Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa, rated 8.0. This resort offers an inclusive breakfast as part of its amenities, alongside an inviting outdoor pool with a poolside bar and comfortable sun loungers.

What are the best budget hotels in Dulce Nombre?

For budget accommodation in Dulce Nombre, the Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa is a superb option.This 3-star resort, with an excellent 9.0 rating, offers great value. Guests can enjoy a complimentary local breakfast and free self-parking, adding to the convenience. The resort also features an outdoor pool, superb for relaxing, and air-conditioned rooms for comfort.

What are the most romantic hotels in Dulce Nombre for couples?

For a romantic getaway in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent choice for couples.This 4.5-star resort, with an 8.0 rating, is located within a beautiful mountain setting, offering stunning mountain views that create a truly serene atmosphere. Couples can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, complete with poolside loungers and umbrellas, or relax in the hot tub. Many rooms feature a furnished balcony with views of the lake or river, adding to the romantic appeal. The resort also boasts a sauna, great for unwinding together.

When is the best time to go to Dulce Nombre?

The best time to go to Dulce Nombre is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.This period offers consistently sunny days and lower humidity, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural beauty and outdoor activities. You'll find it more comfortable for hiking, visiting coffee plantations, and enjoying the local markets. The roads are also in better condition for travel during these months.For couples seeking a relaxing getaway, the dry season provides superb weather for enjoying the serene landscapes and outdoor dining experiences without the interruption of daily rain showers. The clear skies are also excellent for stargazing in the evenings.Travellers looking for an active holiday will appreciate the dry season's conditions for adventures like zip-lining, white-water rafting, and exploring the trails around the nearby Turrialba Volcano.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Dulce Nombre.

How much is the nightly rate at a Dulce Nombre hotel?

Prices for hotels in Dulce Nombre often vary, but you can find a great deal from £17 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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1. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

2. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

3. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

4. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

5. La Casona del Cafetal

6. Hotel Las Brumas

7. Cabañas & Mirador Secret Garden Costa R.

8. Hotel Quelitales

9. Trogon Lodge

10. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

11. Cedrela Ecolodge

12. Toucanet Lodge

13. Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

14. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

15. Guayabo Lodge

16. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

17. Hotel Villa Florencia

18. Hotel de Montaña Suria

19. Hotel Casa Turire

20. Posada El Quijote

Stay near popular Dulce Nombre attractions

Lankester Botanical Garden

Learn more about Dulce Nombre

Top Dulce Nombre Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Hotel Presidente

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

More cheap stays in Dulce Nombre

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hotel el Descanso

Viajero San José Hostel

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Hotel Casa 69

The Victorian Hotel CR

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