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1. Trogon Lodge

Trogon Lodge
Páramo
United States
Adriana
NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Trogon Lodge

2. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa
Páramo
United States
Damian
NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

3. Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge
Copey
United States
Eric
NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

4. Hotel de Montaña Suria

Hotel de Montaña Suria
Copey
United States
Jose
NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel de Montaña Suria

5. Cabinas El Quetzal

Cabinas El Quetzal
Copey
United States
David
NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Cabinas El Quetzal

6. Hotel Gema del Bosque

Hotel Gema del Bosque
Copey
United States
Marina
NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hotel Gema del Bosque

7. Mata Palo Beach Club

Mata Palo Beach Club
Savegre
NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Mata Palo Beach Club

8. Hotel el Páramo

Hotel el Páramo
Paramo
United States
maria
NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Hotel el Páramo

9. Paraíso Quetzal Lodge

Paraíso Quetzal Lodge
Copey
Canada
Chris
NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Paraíso Quetzal Lodge

10. Toucanet Lodge

Toucanet Lodge
Copey
United States
Gustavo
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Toucanet Lodge

11. Mirador Valle del General

Mirador Valle del General
Páramo
United States
Carolina
NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Mirador Valle del General

12. Cedrela Ecolodge

Cedrela Ecolodge
Copey
United Kingdom
Helen
NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Cedrela Ecolodge

13. Clusia Lodge

Clusia Lodge
Copey
Canada
Veronic
NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Clusia Lodge

14. Curuba Lodge

Curuba Lodge
Jardín
United States
Esteban
NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Curuba Lodge

15. Hotel del Sur

Hotel del Sur
Daniel Flores
United States
MARY
NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel del Sur

16. La Casona del Cafetal

La Casona del Cafetal
Cachi
United States
Susana Cristal
NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
La Casona del Cafetal

17. Macho Mora Mountain Lodge

Macho Mora Mountain Lodge
Rivas
United States
John
NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Macho Mora Mountain Lodge

18. Hotel Zima

Hotel Zima
San Isidro de El General
United States
Kimberly
NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Hotel Zima

19. Hotel Quelitales

Hotel Quelitales
Cachi
United States
Adrianus
NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Quelitales

20. Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano

Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano
Rivas
United States
Richard
NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano
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Stay near popular San Gerardo de Dota attractions

Rio Savegre Waterfall

9.6/10 (94 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio Savegre Waterfall during your travels in San Gerardo de Dota. Amble around the area's forests or seek out its hiking trails.
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Learn more about San Gerardo de Dota

Tucked in a cloud forest valley, San Gerardo de Dota offers world-class quetzal spotting and hiking trails through Savegre River's pristine watershed. Wake early for guided birdwatching tours where resplendent quetzals feed on wild avocado trees, then spend afternoons trout fishing in crystal-clear mountain streams.

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Recent Reviews in San Gerardo de Dota

Hotel de Montaña Suria

Hotel de Montaña Suria

10/10 Excellent
"Limpio, camas cómodas, naturaleza alrededor, el desayuno delicioso, personal atento amable, la mejor pizza gluten friendly que he probado."
Ana 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel de Montaña Suria
Hotel el Páramo

Hotel el Páramo

8/10 Good
"Restaurante y bar excelente Piscina bien pequeños detalles a mejor Hotel normal nada q resaltar Reserve habitación con vista al jardín y al final me dieron una habitación sin vista prácticamente sin ventana."
Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel el Páramo
Trogon Lodge

Trogon Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"I highly recommend The Trogon Lodge. The staff at the reception desk, the restaurant and the bar/café were super kind and helpful. The new manager is doing a great job. Delicious food: sopa azteca, sauteed trout with veggies, chicken stew, egg omelettes, for example. The trout could not be fresher since the hotel has its own trout ponds. (If you like juicy trout better ask the chef to cook it for less time.) The hotel is located at 2,200 meters above sea level (7,000 feet), at the edge of a crystal clean river, with a soothing sound and view areas with chairs to relax. Gardens and mountains around it are spectacular. The beds are very comfortable making it hard to get up. Many stairs and small hills to reach the upper rooms. The trails can be challenging, and I recommend using hiking boots there. Again, highly recommended."
Maria 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Trogon Lodge
Hotel Zima

Hotel Zima

8/10 Good
"Muy bien"
Jorge 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hotel Zima
Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"A very pleasent place. Everything was excellent. The lodge are perfect."
Benjamin 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge
Hotel Rinconcito Verde

Hotel Rinconcito Verde

8/10 Good
"Excelente vistas! El equipo de trabajo muy atento y dispuesto a ayudar. Muchas gracias!"
Charles 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Hotel Rinconcito Verde
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Hermoso lugar, naturaleza, aire fresco, todo con un servicio 5 estrellas, habitación junior muy privada, excelente!"
Cristian 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa
Jardin de los Monos

Jardin de los Monos

10/10 Excellent
"This is the best place we've stayed so far! The environment is beautiful, and the staff and owner are incredibly kind and welcoming. We were also able to see many lovely wild animals, which made our stay even more special. Everything was wonderful and made our trip absolutely perfect. We highly recommend this place!"
Summer 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Jardin de los Monos
La Casona del Cafetal

La Casona del Cafetal

10/10 Excellent
"Unbelievably gorgeous property and our room Geisha was very clean and comfortable, we loved it 10/10! Staff was very kind and friendly 💖"
Susana Cristal 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
La Casona del Cafetal

More cheap accommodation in San Gerardo de Dota

Alojamiento Oye

Alojamiento Oye

300 metros suroeste de la escuela Rivas San José
NZ$83
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Alojamiento Oye
Casa Colibri Chirripo

Casa Colibri Chirripo

1 kilometro de la entrada de Chirripó Rivas San José
NZ$93
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Casa Colibri Chirripo
Quimera Hotel

Quimera Hotel

Ruta Pacuarito San Isidro de El General San José
NZ$98
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Quimera Hotel
Villas Valle Bello Ujarras

Villas Valle Bello Ujarras

Calle Acevedo Santiago Cartago
NZ$124
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
Villas Valle Bello Ujarras
Hotel Rinconcito Verde

Hotel Rinconcito Verde

600 Este del Mirador de Ujarrás Paraiso
NZ$151
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)
Hotel Rinconcito Verde
Cedrela Ecolodge

Cedrela Ecolodge

Quebrada Grande de Copey de Dota Copey San Jose
NZ$166
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
Cedrela Ecolodge

Find out more about San Gerardo de Dota

Top reasons to visit San Gerardo de Dota

  • Breathtaking Scenery: San Gerardo de Dota boasts stunning mountain landscapes, perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
  • Exceptional Birdwatching: Known for its rich avian diversity, it's a top spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.
  • Invigorating Hiking Trails: Explore numerous hiking trails that wind through lush forests and lead to picturesque waterfalls.
  • Charming Local Culture: Experience the warmth of friendly communities and explore quaint churches.
  • Variety of Accommodations: Choose from cozy lodges to family-friendly hotels catering to all types of travellers.

Find great hotels in and around San Gerardo de Dota

Discover the charm of San Gerardo de Dota, where a variety of hotels and lodges await to provide a memorable stay. With options catering to adventure seekers, families, and pet-friendly travellers, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Experience the serene beauty of this Costa Rican gem, whether you're looking for a cozy lodge or a family-friendly hotel. Your ideal getaway in San Gerardo de Dota is just around the corner.

  • Villas Rio Mar: Set 33.8km from San Gerardo de Dota, this 3-star villa accommodation is ideal for those seeking an adventure-filled family getaway. Villas Rio Mar boasts a nature-themed experience, featuring various outdoor activities like kayaking, snorkeling, rafting, and fishing nearby. The property is child-friendly, offering amenities such as free cribs and window guards to ensure safety. Guests can unwind on the furnished patio or terrace, soaking in the tranquil vibes of the surrounding landscape. A great choice for families and nature enthusiasts alike.
  • Hotel Diuwak: Located 35.4km from San Gerardo de Dota, Hotel Diuwak is a charming 3-star lodging that combines comfort with convenient dining options. Guests can enjoy complimentary daily breakfast, along with lunch and snacks at the on-site restaurant and bar. For recreational pursuits, fishing and snorkeling are available nearby. Many guests appreciate the entertainment amenities, including multiple cable televisions, ensuring a comfortable stay. This hotel is a solid choice for those looking for a blend of relaxation and accessibility to local adventures.
  • Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa: Nestled in San Gerardo de Dota, this 3.5-star hotel offers a serene escape with a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10. Perfect for those who appreciate a spa and nature-themed retreat, the Savegre Hotel features activities like onsite hiking and horse riding. The full-service spa provides an array of treatments, including deep tissue massages and body scrubs, allowing guests to relax in style. With a focus on wellness, the outdoor terrace invites visitors to enjoy the stunning natural surroundings, making this hotel a wonderful choice for rejuvenation.

Where to stay in San Gerardo de Dota

San Gerardo de Dota offers a stunning getaway for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Nestled in the lush Costa Rican mountains, this charming village is perfect for those seeking a serene escape. Explore the breathtaking scenery, embark on invigorating hikes, and immerse yourself in the local wildlife. Nearby, you'll find friendly communities and romantic spots, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and recreation. Discover the enchanting beauty of this hidden gem on your holiday to Costa Rica.

  • Providencia de Dota: Located approximately 6.4km from San Gerardo de Dota, Providencia de Dota is a charming village immersed in nature. This destination is perfect for those seeking outdoor adventures, stunning scenery, and an invigorating experience. The area is particularly popular for hiking trails that wind through lush landscapes, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding wildlife. Visitors can also explore nearby national parks and volcanoes, making it an excellent base for outdoor enthusiasts. While traveller numbers peak from December to February, the serene atmosphere of Providencia remains appealing year-round.
  • Copey: Situated within the municipality of Copey, San Gerardo de Dota provides visitors with a blend of adventure and scenic beauty. This city attracts outdoor lovers, especially during peak seasons from January to March, with quieter months occurring from June to October. Copey is known for its resorts and educational opportunities, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and learning. The proximity to national parks and volcanoes enhances the travel experience, ensuring that adventurers can easily access remarkable natural landmarks.
  • Páramo: Nestled in the city of Páramo, San Gerardo de Dota is a fantastic destination for those keen on outdoor activities and adventure. With moderate seasonal variations in traveller arrivals, peaking from January to March and slowing down from August to October, visitors can enjoy a more tranquil atmosphere outside of the busy months. Páramo boasts resorts and spas, providing relaxation options alongside the thrill of exploration. The nearby national parks and even a beach add to the allure, making it a diverse destination for all types of travellers.

Things to do near San Gerardo de Dota

Shopping

In San Gerardo de Dota, you can find charming local shops offering handmade crafts and souvenirs. If you're up for a drive, visit the nearby town of Santa Maria, about 24.1km away, where local markets feature a variety of artisanal products and fresh produce.

Recreation

In San Gerardo de Dota, the Savegre Hotel offers tranquil spa treatments with views of lush mountains and serene rivers. Experience yoga sessions in nature at local wellness centres, or enjoy guided birdwatching tours that connect you with the rich biodiversity of the area.

Adventure

At Hacienda Baru, located 37.0km from San Gerardo de Dota, you can experience the thrill of ziplining through lush canopies and tackling a ropes course that challenges your agility. Embrace the outdoor vibes as you soar above the stunning rainforest scenery and immerse yourself in nature.

Nightlife

San Gerardo de Dota offers a serene nightlife, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Enjoy a quiet drink at a local lodge or savour a meal at a cosy café, where you can chat with fellow travellers and locals under the stars.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Find the best attractions near San Gerardo de Dota

San Gerardo de Dota is a stunning destination perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. With its breathtaking scenery, visitors can explore national parks, charming churches, and picturesque waterfalls. This area offers a variety of attractions that cater to those wanting to immerse themselves in nature and experience thrilling outdoor activities, ensuring a memorable getaway in Costa Rica.

  • Parque Nacional Los Quetzales: Located 8.0km from San Gerardo de Dota, this national park offers stunning outdoor scenery and thrilling adventures. It's renowned for its rich biodiversity and vibrant birdlife, particularly the elusive resplendent quetzal, making it a birdwatcher's paradise.
  • Cerro de La Muerte Peak: Just 4.8km away, this mountain presents breathtaking views and invigorating hiking trails. The diverse ecosystems and cool climate create a unique environment, perfect for those seeking adventure amidst spectacular panoramas.
  • Los Quetzales Main Entrance National Park: Situated 6.4km from San Gerardo de Dota, this entrance to the national park offers scenic trails that wind through lush forests, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers looking for a tranquil escape.

Best time to go to San Gerardo de Dota

The best time to visit San Gerardo de Dota can depend on the weather and when visitor numbers rise and fall. The hottest average temperature in San Gerardo de Dota falls in April, when visitor numbers are slightly high and weather is mostly cloudy with frequent rain. The coolest average temperature in San Gerardo de Dota falls in November and December. December has average visitor numbers and mostly cloudy weather.

calendar iconCalendar Monthtemperature iconTemperaturerain iconPrecipitationmostly cloudy iconCloudinessoccupation rate iconOccupancyprice iconPricing
January68.0°F (20.0°C)Light RainMostly CloudySlightly HighSlightly High
February68.9°F (20.5°C)Light RainMostly SunnyAverageAverage
March69.4°F (20.8°C)Light RainMostly SunnySlightly HighSlightly High
April69.8°F (21.0°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudySlightly HighSlightly High
May68.7°F (20.4°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudySlightly LowAverage
June68.4°F (20.2°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudyAverageAverage
July68.0°F (20.0°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudyAverageAverage
August68.2°F (20.1°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudyAverageAverage
September68.2°F (20.1°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudyAverageSlightly Low
October67.6°F (19.8°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudySlightly LowSlightly Low
November67.5°F (19.7°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudySlightly LowSlightly Low
December67.5°F (19.7°C)Frequent RainMostly CloudyAverageAverage

The nearest major airports for your trip to San Gerardo de Dota

Accessing San Gerardo de Dota is convenient via two major airports. San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) is approximately 66.0km away, with excellent hotel options like the 5-star InterContinental Costa Rica and the 4.5-star Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen, both offering various transport services to the airport. Alternatively, Quepos (XQP) is about 38.6km away, with luxurious hotels such as Makanda by the Sea and Gaia Hotel And Reserve, providing reliable airport shuttles. For those considering Cóbano Airport (ACO), located 143.2km away, hotels like LALOON Luxury Suites and Hotel Nantipa offer premium accommodations nearby.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to San Gerardo De Dota?
The best time to visit San Gerardo de Dota is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience consistently sunny days, making it ideal for outdoor activities like birdwatching and hiking. The trails are less muddy and easier to navigate, and the clear skies offer excellent visibility for spotting the Resplendent Quetzal, a key highlight of the region.The rainy season, from May to November, brings daily afternoon showers. While the mornings can still be pleasant for activities, the rain can make some trails slippery and reduce visibility for birdwatching. However, this period is also when the cloud forests are at their most lush and green, and there are fewer visitors, which can appeal to those seeking a quieter experience.Ultimately, for the most comfortable and reliable outdoor adventures, aim for the dry season.
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