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Reviews of Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

3.5 out of 5
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis
300m oeste de Catarata de La Fortuna, La Fortuna

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 466 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 466 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 466 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 466 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 466 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. The service was excellent. The moment we arrived Randall was showing us birds through his monocular. The night frog tour given by Josue was wonderful- we took great pictures of the critters. Steven and the rest of the restaurant staff gave great service. The food was tasty and of high-quality. Do not hesitate to stay at this beautiful retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Abie on 9 Apr 2024
Dear Rebecca, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the volcano was extraordinary. Did NOT enjoy the noise of the leaf blower all afternoon!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Abie on 2 Apr 2024
Dear Cynthia, thank you so much for the review! already corrected the leaf blower situation! sorry and tks!

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property, nestled in the hills of La Fortuna. Staff is amazing, atmosphere is just what we were looking for…. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Abie on 25 Mar 2024
Dear Sheryl,Thank you very much for your review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The night tour was fantastic!!! It is free and a must see! The staff was very welcome and the feeling of being in the jungle was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Abie on 20 Mar 2024
Dear Kim, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful and the staff is amazing, i will be back! We saw tucans day one and a kinkajou around day 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Abie on 8 Mar 2024
Dear Robert, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Abie on 25 Mar 2024
Dear Jennifer,Thank you very much for your review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Abie on 25 Mar 2024
Dear Will,Thank you very much for your review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really great and knowledgeable. The hotel was nice felt luxurious. Pool area was nice, breakfast options were great. Bed was comfy. The shower was outdoor which was cool but being open allowed bugs in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Abie on 2 Mar 2024
Dear Juliana, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s pretty and amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Abie on 2 Mar 2024
Dear Juliana, thank you very much for the wonderful review! we are very glad that you enjoyed Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place in the jungle. Literally
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Abie on 21 Feb 2024
Dear Chris, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed!

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Abie on 13 Feb 2024
Dear Lee, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Prudence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally friendly, informative, and thoughtful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Abie on 1 Feb 2024
Dear Prudence, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Abie on 22 Jan 2024
Dear Scott, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Shoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. The free night frog tour excellent. The location hard to beat with a view of Arenal volcano.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Abie on 4 Jan 2024
Dear Shoon, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Abie on 2 Jan 2024
Dear Matthew, thank you for the review! we are very glad that you enojoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smaller hotel with rooms that felt secluded in the natural habitat. Exceptional service from all we encountered at the property, from check in with a specialty cocktail (Anna), to help with booking a tour and answering any questions we had (Mary), restaurant service , and the in-house guide for the hotel's night tour of their frog sanctuary(Josue). A la Carte breakfast was included daily - excellent selection, taste, quality, and of course service. Property is a short walk from La Fortuna Waterfall. Loved the extra touches that made our stay memorable. We would stay here again. We only booked 2 nights in the Fortuna area but definitely needed at least one more full day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Abie on 2 Jan 2024
Dear Karen, thank you for the review! we are very glad that you enojoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Abie on 2 Jan 2024
Dear Robert, thank you for the review! we are very glad that you enojoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Response from Abie on 13 Feb 2024
Dear Debra, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Narbeh, Encino

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and did their best give us a great experience at the hotel. The food was delicious and the property was well maintained. Jay, the waiter was great and he did he provided excellent customer service. He should get a promotion or bonus 😉
Response from Abie on 15 Dec 2023
Dear Narbeh, thank you for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Favorite stay in Fortuna
Anna at the front desk was especially helpful in making arrangements for our offsite excursions. We made a number of arrangements only till later canceled them but she was not phased. Her attitude stayed five star all the way. Steven was fun but service minded determined to make our stay and visit to his country worth returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Abie on 30 Nov 2023
Dear Bob, thank you very much for this review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s absolutely gorgeous!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Abie on 18 Nov 2023
Dear Carrie, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Abie on 13 Nov 2023
Thank you for this review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

8/10 Good

Michael, portland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toucans and great curassow from the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Abie on 10 Nov 2023
Thank you for the review, Michael!!

10/10 Excellent

kirsten

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very private and had beautiful views of the rainforest. The food was phenomenal - the breakfast options were extensive and so delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel if you're looking for a unique and private rainforest experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Abie on 26 Oct 2023
Dear Kirsten, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall excellent
Beautiful place, love how they incorporate the animals with the hotels. Everyone was super nice from beginning to end and always eager to please the guests. Love 💕 my stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Abie on 23 Oct 2023
Thank you very much for wonderful the review! we are very glad you enjoyed Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Great wildlife
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Abie on 23 Oct 2023
Dear Grant, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad you enjoyed Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Marek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing place. Looks in person better than on pictures! Rooms are like tree houses, surrounded by jungle, quiet, clean, very tastefully appointed. It has Pool and Jacuzzis, great restaurant (and I mean great, food was delicious!). It is far from the noise of the town, but still very short drive, there is also a waterfall 300 meters from the property (although it requires going down 500 stairs). Staff was really lovely, they gave us a free frog tour, and they helped us with other arrangements (white water river rafting- amazing). Highly recommend!
Response from Abie on 23 Oct 2023
Dear Marek, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad you enjoyed Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Abie on 31 Oct 2023
Thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My beautiful stay at Tifikari!
Amazing! The staff is wonderful, the service was top tier, the property is beautiful, the food was excellent, the room was perfect, very attentive to the details that made the stay perfect. The only thing I would change is to keep the jacuzzis warmer. I know the rain plays a big part, however they were too cold for me to enjoy. I would have been disappointed had I not been able to go to the Tabacon Hot Springs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Abie on 11 Oct 2023
Dear Harry, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad you enjoyed

8/10 Good

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel experience, not just a place to sleep
The so-so/bad: There was only one person at the check-in desk so while he was trying to help other clients, I had to wait for quite a while before I could check in. The first night we were there the wifi was out for a while. It was storming so that probably the cause. It did return later that night. After the first night, housekeeping locked us out of our bathroom. After informing the front desk, they sent someone to unlock it. The good: The complimentary breakfast is very well done. You can leave your luggage at the front desk and have it tagged. The resort will put your luggage in your room for you. The resort is beautiful and the villas/bungalows are impressive. The birds wandering the property are something you won't find at every hotel, so a unique experience to look out your window and see wild birds casually roaming. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Abie on 4 Oct 2023
Thank you for the review Brian

10/10 Excellent

Kyler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience here and will definitely be back with my wife on our next trip! I’ve never written a review but our experience at Tifakara already holds a very special place in our hearts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Abie on 28 Sept 2023
Dear Kyler, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jae Jin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Josue was at the check in and he couldnt be more friendly and helpful. Check in was super easy and the property exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Abie on 19 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Abie on 26 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing. Beautiful property. Make sure you do the night hike in the frog sanctuary, you will see some awesome wildlife.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Abie on 30 Aug 2023
Dear James, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Darnell Cleophus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Abie on 30 Aug 2023
Dear Darnell, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is situated to simulate a jungle. The rooms are large styled cabanas with a patio with nature surrounding them. We stayed in room 1 (which was really big) and it was right in front of the frog sanctuary so we got to see the colorful frogs (non-poisonous) on the outside of the windows or by the door. The food was delicious and breakfast was free. The capuchino machine was available 24 hours. They have a pool and hot tub available. The service staff from the front desk to waiters, cooks etc.. everyone was super friendly and attentive. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Abie on 22 Aug 2023
Dear Daniel, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Abie on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you for the review! we are glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room view and spacious balcony facing Arenal volcano, and overlooking the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Abie on 20 Jul 2023
Dear Jerry, thank you very much for the review! we are glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Patrik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Abie on 19 Jul 2023
Dear Patrik, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed!

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here! The hotel is beautiful, the food delicious, the location is walking distance to the waterfall and an easy drive to other activities, and most of all, the staff is INCREDIBLE. Allan helped us plan our entire itinerary, John provided a super engaging night walk, where we saw incredible wildlife on the property, William and Criselda provided the best meals of our entire trip, and Steve was the friendly and patient server for breakfast. I’m sorry I don’t remember everyone’s names, because they all deserve special recognition. Thank you for a life changing experience!
Response from Abie on 17 Jul 2023
Dear Michele, thank you very much for the review! we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all lovely. The evening rainforest walk was very interesting and our guide was so knowledgeable! The food was great and the all day access to coffee and espresso was fabulous. Our room was spacious with a large veranda overlooking the rain forest. The only slight negative was the bathroom in our room was very small just enough room for one person.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Abie on 3 Jul 2023
Dear Robert, thank you very much for the review! we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Yana

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Abie on 19 Jul 2023
Dear Yana, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed!

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel restaurant is excellent, in the breakfast included in the reservation there were several menu options that were outstanding. And at the dinner the food is also great, if you ask for a pasta dish the sauce is done from scratch. Fruits and vegetables are fresh from the country. View from our room and from the pool/jacuzzi area is a dream. Hotel is located walking distance from La Fortuna waterfall, a don’t miss attraction. Hotel staff is always running the extra mile.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Abie on 22 Jun 2023
Dear Yuri, thank you very much the review! we are very glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing boutique hotel! We totally enjoyed our stay and will come back for sure. Anna, Steven, Jose, and Allen, Gracias por todo!!! Pura Vida!!
Response from Abie on 20 Jun 2023
Dear Claudia, Thank you very much for the review! we are very glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, wonderful view, wonderful wildlife, wonderful food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Abie on 20 Jun 2023
Dear Linda, Thank you very much for the review! we are very glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a small, but beautiful property. Its stylish and warm. The staff were excellent, just extremely kind, friendly, and very helpful. They assisted us with every thing we needed from recommendations to transportation. There is only one resturant, but the food is amazing, 10/10. Aaaaand its a 10 min walk to the famous La Fortuna waterfall. When i return to La Fortuna I will be staying here again.
Response from Abie on 14 Jun 2023
Dear Eric, thank you very much for the review! we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Tifakara!

10/10 Excellent

Ambrosine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful! The hotel is beautiful! it’s a quiet hotel where there’s not an over whelming amount of guests. It’s near by town, for food and activities but the restaurant inside the hotel is very good as well, and the waiter and staff are very friendly! The staff at this hotel specifically Josue and Jhon were amazing and so professional! Jhon helped us plan and book all of our excursions and he was a pleasure to work with! Josue made this trip very memorable, he was so inviting and knowledgeable. The hotel has a nighttime tour to see wildlife (I highly recommend it!) Josue did our tour and he taught us so many new exciting things about the beauty of Wildlife! Overall it was an amazing trip and beautiful stay. Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Abie on 9 Jun 2023
Dear Ambrosine, thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed!

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy linda propiedad. El staff súper amigable y el desayuno muy rico
Response from Abie on 9 Jun 2023
Muchas gracias por tu comentario! nos alegra que hayas disfrutado!

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful space in La Fortuna
I loved this venue. The staff is so kind and accommodating (they Whatsapp'ed me right away when I booked!) and the space is exactly as pictured. I even got to see a sloth momma and baby! The food is good, they set up great experiences for me and the property is beautiful. My only small issue was with the construction directly next to my room (that was pretty noisy and started early - before 8:30am). They did let me know about it when I checked in and promised that it would stop daily by 4:30pm which was true. Just ask if there is construction in your area when you make your reservation or when they Whatsapp you after you book. Other than that, I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Abie on 31 May 2023
Dear Alison,Thank you for the review! we are very sorry for the inconvenience.

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Abie on 22 May 2023
Thank you very much for the review! we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay!