Villa Lapas Sky Way Hanging Bridges
Immerse yourself in a Costa Rican nature reserve with abundant wildlife, including scarlet macaws, and refreshing pools.
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Villa Lapas Sky Way Hanging Bridges
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Best for birdwatching
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Immerse yourself in a Costa Rican nature reserve with abundant wildlife, including scarlet macaws, and refreshing pools.
"Totally worth it for all the wildlife, even with some room quirks!"
🚗 High-Clearance Vehicle Needed
The road to Villa Lapas is rough. A 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is highly recommended for a smoother arrival.
🐛 Embrace the Jungle Bugs
You're in the rainforest! Expect some bugs in your room. Rooms are clean, but nature finds a way.
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Rating
4.3 · 1,297 reviews
Type
Hotel
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Scarlet Macaw Sightings
On-site nature reserve
Witness majestic scarlet macaws nesting and flying freely within the reserve. A true highlight for bird enthusiasts!
Nature Reserve Exploration
Throughout the property
Wander through lush jungle trails, discover diverse flora and fauna, and enjoy the sounds of nature. Keep an eye out for frogs at night!
Refreshing Outdoor Pools
Various locations on property
Take a dip in the unheated outdoor pools scattered across the grounds, offering a cool respite amidst the tropical heat.
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Planning Your Visit
Navigating the Jungle Path
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🚗 High-Clearance Vehicle Needed
The road to Villa Lapas is rough. A 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is highly recommended for a smoother arrival.
🐛 Embrace the Jungle Bugs
You're in the rainforest! Expect some bugs in your room. Rooms are clean, but nature finds a way.
💧 Hot Water Strategy
Hot water can be tricky. Turn on cold, then very slowly add hot. Too fast and the cold overpowers it!
💰 Dinner Price Check
Dinner is a buffet at $34 per person. While good, some find it a bit pricey for the quality.
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🚗 High-Clearance Vehicle Needed
The road to Villa Lapas is rough. A 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle is highly recommended for a smoother arrival.
🐛 Embrace the Jungle Bugs
You're in the rainforest! Expect some bugs in your room. Rooms are clean, but nature finds a way.
💧 Hot Water Strategy
Hot water can be tricky. Turn on cold, then very slowly add hot. Too fast and the cold overpowers it!
💰 Dinner Price Check
Dinner is a buffet at $34 per person. While good, some find it a bit pricey for the quality.
🚶♀️ Room Walk
Be aware you'll walk a bit from parking to your room. Comfortable shoes are a must!
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Villa Lapas offers a unique jungle experience with abundant wildlife, particularly scarlet macaws, and refreshing pools. While some guests encountered room maintenance issues and inconsistent hot water, the friendly staff and the immersive natural setting are frequently praised. The rough access road requires a suitable vehicle, and dinner prices are noted as being on the higher side.
"Rough road in but luckily we had a high clearance vehicle. It looks scary, but it’s fine. A pair of macaws nest on site! The tours were fun, the pools were nice, breakfast was great, tons of birds and lizards! Loud cicadas lol! Our first room was awful, big gap around the door, and the door was very difficult to open it would get stuck halfway open, then part of the moulding around the door fell off, leaving a 1 inch gap for bugs to come in. The toilet seat was loose and too small for the bowl so you had to be very careful, and it wouldn’t flush completely. The shower was a precarious step down and had no hot water. Changed to a better room with a functional door and less dangerous bathroom. Still had cold showers, but if you work at it you can get some warm water once you figure it out (turn on the cold then very slowly turn on the hot, if you turn the hot on too fast, somehow the cold water overpowers it and you get an ice cold shower - this seems to be a standard thing in this part of Costa Rica). Rooms are clean, but you’ll still get a few bugs coming in from outside since you’re in the jungle. Totally worth it for all the wildlife."
J T
"Food is buffet, both for breakfast and dinner.
Dinner costs 34$ per person and I think it’s a bit expensive. Food is good but not great.
Rooms are clean with hair dryer.
Territory is nice and have several pools but not heated tho. You are able to see some nightlife there (we saw many frogs).
Staff is friendly and helpful.
You need to walk a bit from parking to room (just info)"
Yulia Volkova
"We had booked two nights, but decided to stay somewhere else, closer to the ocean. In short, there is nothing to objectively criticize here, and the staff was friendly, we just didn't really get the place. Rooms smelled of pesticide, which is understandable, given the location."
Roger Ruegger
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The journey to Villa Lapas involves a rough road, so a high-clearance vehicle or 4x4 is strongly recommended. The property is a nature reserve, so expect to walk a bit from the parking area to your accommodation.
No, the road is described as rough. Travelers advise using a vehicle with good ground clearance to navigate it comfortably.
There is parking available, but you will need to walk from the parking area to your room, as the lodging is spread throughout the nature reserve.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
The 'Sky Way Hanging Bridges' are part of the Villa Lapas experience. While specific ticket information for just the bridges isn't detailed, access is generally included with your stay or as part of guided tours.
Operating hours for the entire property, including access to trails and amenities, are generally aligned with guest check-in and check-out times. It's best to confirm directly with the lodge for specific activity timings.
Yes, guided tours are mentioned as being fun and offering opportunities to see wildlife. Inquire at the front desk upon arrival for tour schedules and availability.
🎫 🏞️ Onsite Experience
Villa Lapas is a nature reserve teeming with wildlife. Visitors frequently report seeing scarlet macaws, various birds, lizards, and frogs, especially at night.
While some reviews mention rooms needing work, the general sentiment is that the natural setting and wildlife are worth it. The hanging bridges are part of the natural exploration, and while they look 'scary' to some, they are generally considered fine to traverse.
The property features several outdoor pools. They are not heated, but offer a refreshing option during your stay. Some guests noted the pools weren't always very clear.
Yes, the nature reserve setting allows for excellent opportunities to observe nocturnal wildlife. Many guests have reported seeing numerous frogs after dark.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
Food is served buffet-style for both breakfast and dinner. Breakfast is typically included with your stay.
Dinner is priced at $34 per person. While the food is considered good, some guests feel it's a bit expensive for the quality offered.
Yes, free breakfast is offered to guests, which is a nice perk to start your day of exploring the nature reserve.
🎫 🛏️ Rooms & Amenities
Rooms are generally clean but basic. Some guests have reported issues with room maintenance, such as door gaps, loose fixtures, and inconsistent hot water. Expect some bugs due to the jungle location.
Hot water can be inconsistent. A specific technique is recommended: turn on cold water first, then very slowly add hot water. Turning hot water on too fast can result in only cold water.
Yes, rooms are equipped with hair dryers.
If you encounter issues like power outages or maintenance problems, try contacting the front desk. Some guests have found it challenging to get a quick response via cell phone and recommend a physical visit to the desk.
Some guests have reported encountering mold issues in certain rooms. If you are sensitive to mold, it's advisable to inspect your room upon arrival.
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