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Hotel Catarata Río Celeste

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Katira lodge

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Outdoor pool
Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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La paz de Río celeste de Guatuso, Katira, Alajuela
  • Place, Rio Celeste Waterfall
  • Place, El Pilon Station
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenorio Volcano National Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Room options

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Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed, Jetted Tub, Mountain View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Katira

In Katira .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Katira lodge, you'll find El Pilon Station and Rio Celeste Waterfall. Also, Peace Tree is within 2 miles (3 km) and Tapir Valley Nature Reserve is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • El Pilon Station - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Peace Tree - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 13 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 19 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzería El Barrigón - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪El Sabor Dona Carmen - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Tapirus Paradise - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Marisquería Poro - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Blue River Brewery - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste

Enjoy free breakfast at this Katira lodge
Hotel Catarata Río Celeste offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Katira lodge.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel Catarata Río Celeste offers 11 accommodations with ceiling fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Catarata Río Celeste to the airport?

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste is 44.3 mi (78-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste?

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste on Nov 16, 2025 start from $63.68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Catarata Río Celeste have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste.

Does Hotel Catarata Río Celeste offer free breakfast?

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Catarata Río Celeste?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Catarata Río Celeste have a pool?

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Catarata Río Celeste have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Catarata Río Celeste have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Hotel Catarata Río Celeste to downtown Katira?

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste is 4 mi away from Katira.

Reviews

Hotel Catarata Río Celeste Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great choice in this area for a budget property. Room was very clean, staff was friendly. We were entertained in the morning by a troop of Capuchin Monkeys while eating the included breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Teeny tiny room.

The room was more like a little closet with a double bed and a twin bed. There was a table, no chairs. There was a lot of noise from the road all night, you could here the semi trucks. I would not recommend this hotel. The staff was very pleasant and the breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so surreal! You are staying in a bungalow in the middle of the rainforest! It is magical to wake up and look out the big windows and just see all the green. The staff was all very friendly. Hector also does an amazing job at making sure you are taken care of and helping you make the most of your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property. The only negative was that the power went out while we were there but it only lasted a couple hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simple but has all you need!

I loved Hotel Catarata Rio Celeste. It’s very simple lodging- nothing fancy, but that’s all we needed. It’s close to the park, across the street from a yummy, cheap typical restaurant, and is on gorgeous grounds with beautiful gardens that you can explore. The included breakfast was delish, and they helped us know what color the river was each day, to know if it was worth going into the park. I will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

An amazing getaway

Extremely friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Rooms were clean and well stocked for cooking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the birds and wildlife around the lodging. The grounds were well landscaped with pretty trees and flowers. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have restaurant on site. Need better, cheaper food. Broken tiles and glass shelf in shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

NAVEEN RAJ

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful area

Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good budget bungalow for a shrt visit to the volcano área
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s beautiful to stay in a well kept area with animals all around. It’s worth it to stay here, most Costa Ricans haven’t had the pleasure of seeing this almost untouched area. You may run out of things to do unless you do paid tours. Amazing if you visited Costa Rica for the flora and fauna. If taking bus must go to Katira, closest town with bus stops. Doña Irma soda is close and decent food if you want to try places besides the hotel’s restaurant. MUST SEE EL ÁRBOL DE LA PAZ! Happy adventuring!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love all the natural surroundings with many exotic birds to watch. The only negative was our room was a little dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adrián, Alajuela, CR

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the closeness to the National Park and the room. I would prefered a tempered pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andy, San Francisco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the cleanliness, the location to Rio Celeste entrance, and the friendliness of the staff. Would have been great if the rooms had a kettle.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful, affordable place to stay in the area. Staff speak very limited English (though one person spoke French and Spanish) so plan accordingly. A rare sighting of a tapir occurred. Many, many hummingbirds were easy to spot as well. A very hearty breakfast was included. Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy Bungalows located not far from the main entrance to Rio Celeste National Park. Clean. Very helpful staff. Wonderful small restaurant on site that serves breakfast lunch and dinner. Pool on site. Currently upgrading paving of roads to get there, previously needed 4x4.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We decided to stay here because it is close to Rio Celeste. The rooms have no tv, no fridge, the wifi doesn’t work in the rooms. The shower is outside, which is fine but there was no hot water outside. Only inside with the bath. They have a restaurant there too which we payed 4.000 for easily the worst sandwich I have ever tasted. Very over priced room and food for what we got. Go elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place, will come back

Very friendly staff that went above and beyond to make our stay the most enjoyable Great location, excelent food and quiet place to enjoy the beautiful nature of Costa Rica
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Tom, Guanacaste, C.R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Catareta Hotel Rio Celeste

Great experience here. Although rooms 1-5 are small and antiquated. Rooms 6-10 are nice individual cabinas with very nice charm. Staff is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Atmosphere was great. We were excited about the outdoor shower and out door jet tub until we learned there's no hot water so don't let that be your selling point. Beds and bedding were uncomfortable but overall still a really neat place to stay.

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel in the mountains

The reason this is not getting 5 stars is because I don't think the price point matched the conditions of the rooms. We paid $70/night and the room was okay. The rest of the property is beautiful and the staff are great.. just would have preferred a nicer room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly welcoming staff. Breakfast was delicious and the setting was extremely serene.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017