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ROOMS with a view to Poas Volcano or the Rio Itikis Valley
Pura Vida Hotel is a colonial style former coffee finca
with a main house (the Casa) and gardens being overlooked by Poas Volcano.
We have 4 free standing Casitas set in a secret garden overlooking
the Rio Itikis valley below. This page is about our rooms and Casitas
but first a digression:
For some more hotel photos take a digression to our Hotel Photo Album
These photos were all taken at Pura Vida in the Casitas, the Casa or the Garden. From early
morning to dusk and then dinner. Please click on the "GLASS WING BUTTERFLY" for the album.
A walk through the garden will find you face to face with
Cana India, Passion Vines, Mano Tigre, Guitite (the Orchid host), Heliconia and
Reina de la Noche among many other
bird and butterfly attracting bushes and trees.
Likely as not you'll also meet many butterflies, a few squirrel, some bats,
lots of geckos as well as hummingbirds, many jiquirros (the national bird),
a passerini tanager or two and maybe a Mot Mot
as you wander in the place we also call home.
After a drive from Cahuita, Montezuma or an internal flight from Drake Bay or Tamarindo
relax on your patio, our terrace or
the garden restaurant. A sip of wine, a euglossine bee floating by,
Tuetal village and the slopes of Poas at sunset - Pura Vida!
We think this is the best place to start or end your journey to Costa Rica.
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ROOM RATES (includes a delicious breakfast and one International airport arrival) Choose your own Casita, a studio or the Casa.
Rates are double occupancy and include:
- free international airport pickup on arrival to help you find us safely (airport return by taxi is $5)
- a delicious continental breakfast (or free breakfast to go for those early airport exits).
- fridge (except Orchid)
- coffee maker, ceiling fan, fire safe, CD/alarm
- and, of course, down pillows and a good matress.
RATES/ROOM DESCRIPTION & AMENITIES (plus 13% taxes)
Orchid Room
(Click for Orchid floorplan)
Window may not open if java/popup blocked!
| $90 |
In Casa - bedroom with queen bed, bathroom, coffee maker, safe & ceiling fan - sleeps 2
VIEW: Garden view and the Rio Itikis valley
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Volcano Studio
(Click for Volcano floorplan)
| $130 |
2009 remodeled studio with queen and double beds,
view of Poas Volcano deck,
larger private bathroom, phone,
refrigerator, coffee maker, safe & ceiling fan - sleeps 2 to 4 (in 2 beds)
BEST VIEW: Poas Volcano and the Rio Itikis valley.
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Mariposa Casita
(Mariposa floorplan not available yet)
| $135 |
Our "little Casita" at the bottom of the garden bla bla bla, unremodeled, "rustic" and has 2 very small
bathrooms/bedrooms. VIEW: Mostly viewless bla bla bla
OK, so that USED to be the description prior to a total makeover April/May 2010.
This is now a beautiful casita with a master bedroom with double bed, living room and second bedroom
with double bed attached to the living room. All with views to Poas Volcano or the Poas ridge.
There are 2 new bathrooms as well as an outside deck with kitchenette, also
with a nice view. Coffee maker, safe, refrigerator & ceiling fans. There are maybe 50
steps to get to the Mariposa from the Orchid Restaurant. Sleeps 2 to 4.
VIEW: Poas Volcano
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Toucan Casita
(Click for Toucan floorplan)
| $135 |
"The family casita", bedroom with one double and 2 single beds, bathroom, living room,
view patio, coffee maker, safe & ceiling fan - sleeps 2 to 4.
VIEW: Poas volcano and garden views
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Rain Forest Casita
(Click for Rain Forest floorplan)
| $140 |
"Honeymoon Casita", bedroom with one queen and a single bed, bathroom, living room
with foldout bed,
large view patio of Volcano and garden, coffee maker, safe & ceiling fan, view patio
- sleeps 3 to 4
VIEW: Poas volcano and garden views
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Katydid Casita
(Click for Katydid floorplan)
| $155 |
The "big one" . . . a Casita with 2 bedroom suites with bathrooms (one queen, 2 single
beds, futon) living room, kitchenette, fridge, sun porch, coffee maker,
safe & ceiling fan - sleeps 4 to 6 using double fold out bed
in living room (about double the floor size of the Mariposa Casita),
patio hammock. VIEW: Garden views
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* Rates are double occupancy - $15 for each additional person.
* With extra persons, maximum rate for any room/casita is $195
* Add 13% Taxes to all rates
* Single occupancy room - $90 In Main Casa or Casita as available
* Breakfast included in all room rates - "breakfast to go" for early flights
* Pre-book FREE AIRPORT PICKUP for International arrivals - included in room rates
* All rooms and public areas are non-smoking
* Parties of 12 or more - book entire hotel (run of the house rates) & dinner for your private party
* We email everyone confirmations, if you do not have a confirmation number
you do not have a guaranteed reservation.
* Car rental delivered to breakfast table - email us for your car quote
* Private 12 passenger A/C van with knowledgeable English
speaking driver/guide - $70 1/2 day, $130 a day local
* No children under 8, we have 3 large rambunctious dogs
* Room guarantee by email/credit card - we do not precharge your card
* Payment accepted by cash or credit card (no travellers checks)
* Itinerary planning assistance for you or your group - call or email any time
* Remember to book Dinner (advance reservations required) - 3 course at $33 at 7:30pm
* OR a "late arrival" meal for flights after 7:30pm at $12
* If you are arriving after 10pm, please let us know so we can stay up late for you.
ROOMS & GUEST COMMENTS:
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La Casa Reception Area
Pura Vida was originally a coffee plantation but now the old house or
Casa serves as the restaurant,
the reception and public areas. In reception you will find
perhaps a botanist debating a Sarchi rocking chair, an internet station, TV,
public telephone (always free inside Costa Rica), a small gift area focusing on unique
Pefi ceramics and masks from the indigenous village of Boruca.
"We had a wonderful early morning excursion to Poas Volcano, a
great view of the volcano and
a hike too."
Suzanne and Bruce Degen, San Anselmo, California
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The Katydid Casita
Our newest Casita saw its first guest December 2003. With a beautiful garden view
this is our largest casita sleeping 2 to 6 persons.
We have 2 bedrooms each with its own full bathroom,
a pull out double bed in the large
living room, breakfast patio and kitchenette with fridge. This Casita is perfect for
two couples or a larger family. If you bring mother-in-law, she can have her own room.
"Our whole trip in Costa Rica was fully Pura Vida. We snorkeled with dolphins, dived with sharks,
saw manta rays jumping out of the water. . . ".
Paul & Tosca Amsterdam, Holland
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The Katydid Casita
Stay over in the Central Valley for a couple of days in your own little house -
what we call a Casita in Costa Rica. This is the Katydid living room
with a beautiful ox cart wheel on the wall decorated in Sarchi - the wood crafts center
of Costa Rica - just 40 minutes from the hotel.
"Besides the food, which was stupendous, we loved our day exploring with our English
speaking driver/guide from the Pura Vida Hotel."
Cathy Sanford, Scotts Valley, California
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Betsy in the Pura Vida garden
One of the joys of Costa Rica is the variation in flora and fauna,
The garden is planted with many different fruits and flowering plants.
One visitor is the beautiful electric blue-green euglossine bees
seeking scent in certain special flowers.
"We saw the rainforest in Monteverde, were lucky enough to see Volcan Arenal erupting for
two nights in a row, and came face to face with monkeys in Manuel Antonio, which is a beautiful town."
Steve, Oakland, California, USA
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The Rain Forest Casita
This Casita has an excellent view of Poas Volcano from the patio.
The large bedroom has a queen bed and a single - there is a nice living room and kitchenette/fridge.
AKA the "honeymoon suite" - those nights we will add reina de la noche if in bloom. Sleeps 1 to 3 persons.
"All aspects of my stay at Pura Vida Hotel were outstanding: the accommodations were aesthetic,
spacious and comfortable, the service was superlative"
Carita Iliana, Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Limon, Costa Rica
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The Rain Forest Casita
There are many reasons to visit the forests of Costa Rica - our favorites include
Corcovado, the most bio-diverse place on the planet and Monteverde. make Pura Vida
your starting point to visit the forests of Costa Rica.
"Thank you Pura Vida Hotel. We simply enjoyed this very relaxing place with a wonderful breakfast and an amazing
dinner, surrounded by your beautiful garden."
Florence, Paris, France
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The Honeymoon Casita
AKA the Rain Forest has been completely rebuilt this year with new tile, new bathroom,
new windows and everything
- great for families or honeymoon couples - room to relax inside
and a deck outside with a great view to Poas Volcano and the garden.
"We decided to recover from our overnight flight and jet lag for a few days at the Pura Vida Hotel before
tackling the long drives we had planned to Montezuma, Santa Teresa, Mal Pais and Nosara"
Mary and Paul Manix, Los Angeles, California, USA
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The Toucan Casita
The Toucan has just been redecorated in yellow and deep red ochre with "Tapises" on the walls
(a form of rope art made in Nicaragua). This casita has a double bed and two singles, it has a private
bathroom and living room. Sleeps from 1-4 persons.
"Our first vist was reserved from the states. We drove up to the Hotel and immediately fell
in love with the setting full of fruit trees,
humingbirds, and buterflies everywhere."
Janie Kainrath, Fountain Hills, Arizona, USA
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The Mariposa Casita
The Mariposa is also a free standing "bungalow" but this one has a small living room and
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This is ideal for two couples or a family
with an older child. Sleeps 1 to 4. This Casita is an "original"
and has not been remodeled in the spirit of "full disclsure"
- both bathrooms are small and there is no view.
"It was just like staying at good friends home with a marvellous dinner and
a great help with all questions and organisation. Nothing is too much for
the owner and helpful staff."
Eduard and Anneke Soudijn, The Netherlands
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The Mariposa Casita
Mariposas (butterflies) live year round in the gardens. Unfortunately our favorite,
the Blue Morpho lives elsewhere in the jungles and parks that we can tell you
all about when you get here.
"As General Manager of The Travel Store
in San Jose, Costa Rica; I had to arrange a meeting
for a organization of which I am a member.
I chose the Pura Vida Hotel because of the first class service,
rooms, and location near the international aiport.
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Ray Haigist - The Travel Store, San Jose, Costa Rica
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The Volcano Studio
This is one of our guests favorite rooms with a queen and a double bed
and a great view of Poas Volcano in the morning - excellent sunset view by 6pm.
Large bathroom.
"It was my first trip to anywhere south of the United States, and by far the biggest voyage
of my life by myself.
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Colette Doudin, Morristown, NJ - thinking global, living local
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The Volcano Studio
This studio room has the best view and is elevated over the garden.
Remodeled completely in 2009, this room has
an excellent large private bathroom, a view to Poas Volcano in the morning
and a balcony with orchids.
Be sure to go early to Poas as it does cloud over.
"Imagine if you had friends that traveled all over the world and used
those experiences to build their house. Thats what this wonderful hotel is.
From the moment we were let in behind the gates by the owner we felt at home.
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Vilnius, posted on TripAdvisor.com
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The Volcano Studio
A local artist, Romero, has painted many of the paintings at Pura Vida. This
is his mind's eye view of Arenal volcano. You will find Romero's
art around the hotel - his studio and school
is about 10 minutes from the hotel in La Garita.
"We lived in this country a fantastic aventure with tops as Irazu craters,
Arenal eruptions, Tortuguero animals, Cahuita, and Osa peninsula.
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Didier, Francoise, Magali et Timothy Kruger, Montpellier, France
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The Orchid Room
This room is in the main Casa, the original, coffee finca. It has a very nice queen bed
and a private bathroom with a view of the garden and an impressive
Roble (a Costa Rican Oak with amazing pink flowers all over it in spring.
"Pura Vida arranged for a wonderful English-speaking guide who took me to the butterfly farm
and the Alajuela market. The day was capped by one of the best meals I've had.
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Lynne, Park City, Utah
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The Secret Garden
The gardens at Pura Vida are often the most welcome surprise -
each Casita is set on its own - surrounded by our secret garden of palms, the giant pink flowering oak,
a huge avocado and many fruits such as mangoes, star fruit and grapefruit.
"Pura Vida Hotel is a portal for adventure in Costa Rica. It is a great first and last night of your
vacation. When you arrive, you can get good information from the people that are finishing their
vacation and flying out."
David and Charlotte Holst, Nassau, Bahamas
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