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Talamanca Nature Reserve

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star lodge near The Secret Gardens

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Photo gallery for Talamanca Nature Reserve

A garden with a pond, stone bridge, and various tropical plants.
A small, single-story house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A restaurant with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of greenery. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a standing fan, and a window with shutters.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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San Gerardo de Rivas, Perez Zeledon, Rivas, San Jose, 11904
  • Place, San Gerardo's Birds - 'Garden of Hummingbirds'
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Secret Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Samaritan Xocolata Chocolate Factory
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large wall art of a kangaroo and a wall-mounted lamp.

Comfort Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cabin, Private Bathroom (River)

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a chair, and a view of the bathroom.

Cabin, Private Bathroom (River)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin (River)

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a small desk with a chair, and a window with shutters.

Deluxe Cabin (River)

  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rivas

In Rivas .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Rivas lodge, you'll find The Secret Gardens and Samaritan Xocolata Chocolate Factory. Quesos Canaan and Cerro Urán are also in the area.
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What's nearby

  • San Gerardo's Birds - 'Garden of Hummingbirds' - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Secret Gardens - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Quesos Canaan - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Mariposario Casa AlegrĂ­a - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Samaritan Xocolata Chocolate Factory - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Plaza De Comidas El Descanso - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Truchero el puente - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Rio Restaurante & Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kapi Kapi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buona pizza - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Talamanca Nature Reserve

3.5-star lodge near The Secret Gardens
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Talamanca Nature Reserve. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rivas lodge.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Talamanca Nature Reserve offers 14 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Talamanca Nature Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 15.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Talamanca Nature Reserve Lodge
Talamanca Nature Reserve Rivas
Talamanca Nature Reserve Lodge Rivas

Frequently asked questions

Does Talamanca Nature Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Talamanca Nature Reserve.

Does Talamanca Nature Reserve offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Talamanca Nature Reserve, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5.00 and 15.00 for adults, USD 5.00 and 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Talamanca Nature Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Talamanca Nature Reserve?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Talamanca Nature Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Talamanca Nature Reserve have a pool?

Talamanca Nature Reserve does not have a pool.

Does Talamanca Nature Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Talamanca Nature Reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Talamanca Nature Reserve to downtown Rivas?

Talamanca Nature Reserve is 5.8 mi away from Rivas.

Talamanca Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Birdwatching was incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hiking trails inside the property and preservation of the nature
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Max

Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

SERGE

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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