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Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

3.0 star property
Mountain Bijagua lodge with restaurant

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Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View, Garden Area | Living area
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View, Garden Area | Living area
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge near Rio Celeste Waterfall offers a tranquil retreat with local cuisine breakfast, a serene garden, and scenic views from the on-site restaurant Finca la Amistad. Guests can unwind with hiking/biking activities or ecotours while taking advantage of in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Classic Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Camino viejo al Pilón, Bijagua, Alajuela, 21304

What's nearby

  • El Pilon Station - 14 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Rio Celeste Waterfall - 17 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 22 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Miravalles Volcano - 71 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 75 miles/120.7 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Rest. La Choza Del Maiz - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪El Sabor Dona Carmen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Marisquería Poro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kantala - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pizzería El Barrigón - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Bijagua with a stay at Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Finca la Amistad, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers garden views. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 6 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2017
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Finca la Amistad – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 200 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 45.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 200 (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge Bijagua
Finca Amistad Cacao Bijagua
Finca Amistad Cacao
Finca Amistad Cacao
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge Lodge
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge Bijagua
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge Lodge Bijagua

Frequently asked questions

Does Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 200 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge?

Yes, Finca la Amistad offers garden views.

Does Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge like?

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Tenorio Volcano National Park, which is 22 minutes away by car.

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Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr interessanter und Toller Aufenthalt
Wir wurden sehr herzlich begrüsst. Die Finca ist eine Kakoplantage und deswegen abgelegen. Wenn du das Gefühl hast, dass du falsch abgebogen bist, dann bist du richtig. ;) Die Zimmer sind modern und sehr schön eingerichtet. Die Bilder entsprechen genau der Wirklichkeit. Zum Essen gibt es was es gibt. Costaricanisch und sehr fein. Einziger Punkt zum verbessern: Die sehr interessante Führung durch die Finca bereits am Vorabend durchführen, weil je nach Reisepläne passt die Führung um 08.30 Uhr nicht ins Zeitmanagement.
Andreas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place was a perfect little quiet getaway. The food onsite is some of the best food we had in Costa Rica. I highly recommend the pescado for lunch/dinner. We did not have 4WD but we made it just fine and left the site every day for site seeing. Don’t let the 1st downhill discourage you, once you get to the bottom of it it’s pretty easy road from there. We do love in Utah and are used to off-road driving, so if you’re not used it dirt roads it may be a little intimidating. We timed the drive from the dirt road turn off and it was about 20 minutes. The cabin was very rustic with a beautiful deck and a fridge. It was also lovely to hear the rain storms on the tin roofs at night.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly unique and beautiful stay at Finca Amistad. We spent only one night here but it was absolutely wonderful.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

La route pour y aller est horrible. 30 min pour 2km : pleines de descentes/montés, et de trous. La chambre est sympathique. Au niveau du personnel, une personne sur 10 parle anglais. Il n'y a pratiquement rien à faire de divertissant au alentour ni à l'hôtel.
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Sketchy long dirt bumpy road, like camping not a hotel. No flushing toilet paper, etc. If you have a 4x4 and we’re planning on camping, this might be a match, but we were NOT. Kellie was friendly and nice, but you have to be in the mood for a totally different experience to stay here
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique experience, not luxury - adventure
It was an adventurous stay! We loved the lodge because it was a rustic adventure with wonderful staff, but it isn't a five-star resort. We arrived in the afternoon and relaxed on the finca watching the toucans and the other wildlife. Dinner at the lodge was delicious but it is not a normal restaurant where you order whatever you want. The next day we hiked Rio Celeste and rode horses. We had a blast! The last day there we toured the finca and planted a cacao tree. The only negatives: The road in and out of the lodge is terrible. You don't have to have a 4x4 but almost. Mosquitos! Take good insect repellant or they will eat you alive. Don't expect anything posh, but expect a unique stay with wonderful staff.
Stewart, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Parfait !
Superbe séjour dans un cadre à couper le souffle !
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Glamping in style
Great to be, comfortably, in touch with nature. The private cabins are super charming and surely the best part of the stay. Beautiful property, fun to learn how to make your own chocolate. Do the long finca Tour, it’s a great experience. Food was good and so was the service. It’s off the beaten track but that’s what makes it so special. Perfect location to go hike the Rio Celeste. We will never think of chocolate the same way again.
Jean Christian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our room (Amistad) was excellent as was everything else. Mosquitos and other biting insects outside quite annoying and persistent despite all the deet but hey, it's a cacao farm and they need mosquito-friendly environment for proper polination 😉 The dinner was superb. Do not attempt the access road from road #4 even if navigation leads you there, it is impassable even in 4x4. The dirt road from Byjagua is doable with amazing views all along.
Monika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quel experience inoubliable de dormir dans ce petit Lodge au milieu de la Selva !!! On voyait de magnifiques oiseaux de notre balcon.
EMYLIE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die Unterkunft liegt abgelegen und Mitten in einer Schokoladenplantage. Der Empfang (nur spanisch) war sehr herzlich und wir durften als erstes eine heisse oder kalte Schokolade trinken. Zimmer sind zwar spartanisch aber sehr sehr heimisch eingerichtet. Abendessen beim Haupthaus sollte auf jeden Fall genossen werden. Es ist wie eine grosse Familie. Frühstück ist ebenfalls sehr gut und danach bekommen Hotelgäste eine gratis Schokoladentour. Den Tripp durch die ganze Anlage ist lange aber sehenswert und sehr ruhig. Wir sahen eine schöne Farm, gute Landschaft und ein Faultier zusehen.
Andi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the little cabins, so adorable and comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent and the lodgings ate newly constructed in a way that make you feel like you’re on a farm. Very comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic setting, sloths in the trees on property! Authentic, friendly, working organic cacao farm. Excellent included tour by Luis. Optional chocolate making experience for extra charge. Wonderful home cooking, both breakfast and lunch. Beautiful, semi-rustic accommodations, tasteful aesthetic throughout. Enjoy!
NB, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful place and wonderful experience
A wonderful working cacao farm in the remote natural Costa Rican rainforest. Family owned and super friendly.
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic, friendly staff, great sloth siting, loads of birds around.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfekt und super nette und hilfsbereite Angestellte
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wondeeful place to stay near Rio Celeste
This is more adventure : bungalows un a rain forest. A cacao plantation farm. You can make tour own chocolate bars. T he finca is close to Tenorio National Park and rhe blue waters of Rio Celeste .
patrick, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fantastic option for accommodation if you’re hoping to live amongst the wildlife! The food, staff and rooms were amazing!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wir haben uns in der Kakao Finca sehr wohl gefühlt. Die komplette Anlage ist liebevoll gestaltet und alles ist wunderbar in die Natur eingebettet. Unser Cottage war wunderschön mit einem sehr gemütlichen Bett und einen Balkon nach hinten raus zum Entspannen und Geniessen. Das Essen war landestypisch und sehr schmackhaft. Alle Angestellten waren sehr aufmerksam und freundlich. Unbedingt die Kakao Tour am Morgen mitmachen!
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Le : les bungalows et bon accueil Les moins : réseau wifi fonctionne très mal, chemin de terre caillouteux de 5 km pour accéder à la ferme, le repas du soir est proposé ( Il n’y a rien d’autres a côté ) mais très coûteux pour le pays et le contenu, le personnel ne parle qu’espagnol sauf le proprio suisse mais il n’est pas là le week end , je déconseille, attrape touriste! Il y a pleins d’endroits au Costa Rica pour voir la fabrication du chocolat à partir des graines de cacao
Aurelie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Accueil super chaleureux, personnels attentifs et super environnement.
Karine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Die Lage ist ideal um den Rio Celeste zu besuche . Die Bungalowa sind schon ausgestattet, die Betten sehr groß und mit Moskitonetzen ausgestattet. Die Terrassen sind groß und bieten sowohl Hängematten als auch Sitzgruppen.Das Personal ist übetaus freundlich, das Essen hervorragend. Die includierte Kakaoführung war sehr interressant.
2-night trip