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Hotel Quelitales

3.5 star property
Escape to serenity surrounded by nature's splendor. Rejuvenate with spa treatments and enjoy local flavors at this tranquil retreat.

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Perched near the scenic Tapanti National Park, Hotel Quelitales is a haven for relaxation. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind with spa services like massages or facials at the rooftop terrace overlooking the garden. Free WiFi in public areas keeps you connected while exploring nearby Parque Nacional Tapanti and Ruins of Ujarras.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • Mountain view
  • 492 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Cachi, Hotel Quelitales is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. Ruins of Ujarras and Mirador Orosi are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lankester Botanical Garden and Tapanti National Park. Casa del Soñador and Lankester Gardens are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and ecotours. Visit our Cachi travel guide
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A 3 km al este de la cancha de fútbol, Cachi, Cartago, 30204

What's nearby

  • Ruins of Ujarras
    22 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Mirador Orosi
    27 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Lankester Gardens
    27 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Lankester Botanical Garden
    32 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
    37 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    167 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante La Casona del Cafetal
    10 min drive
  • Los Pizotes
    28 min drive
  • Rancho Truchas La Fuente
    19 min walk
  • Bar Restaurante Las Chalupas
    14 min drive
  • Coyotes Bar Y Pub
    26 min drive

About this property

Hotel Quelitales

Hotel near Ruins of Ujarras
Located close to Parque Nacional Tapanti and Tapanti National Park, Hotel Quelitales provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a facial. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free internet and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Private yards, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Casa Jose

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 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
Tax ID - 13
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Quelitales
Hotel Quelitales Cachi
Hotel Quelitales Hotel
Quelitales Cachi
Hotel Quelitales Costa Rica/Cartago
Hotel Quelitales Cachi
Hotel Quelitales Hotel Cachi

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Quelitales pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Quelitales?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Quelitales on Mar 27, 2026 start from CA $185, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Quelitales?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Quelitales?

Check-out is at 1 PM.

Does Hotel Quelitales provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A per vehicle, roundtrip fee applies.

Where is Hotel Quelitales located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ruins of Ujarras, Casa del Soñador, and Mirador Orosi. Lankester Gardens and Lankester Botanical Garden are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Quelitales Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, beautiful grounds and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

The best! An exceptional place.

An incredibly beautiful place with gorgeous rooms, amazing birds, magnificent flora and delightful people. The restaurant was open 8 to 8 and the food was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jose and staff treat you like family. The best birding location and excellent restaurant. They go WAY above and beyond for their guests. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romelia

Liked: Amenities
The staff is spectacular! Very helpful! Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delight to be met by the owner José Alvarez, and then taken with our luggage up the steep hill to our cabin by his 4 wheel drive vehicle. The cabin was isolated and had a fabulous view of the forest and waterfall. The service was excellent and the food was fabulous at the restaurant. Josè is an amazing chef. Minor improvement to the room, there was nowhere to put our suitcases other than on the floor. We would have liked clothes hooks, suitcase stands and a small desk for writing. That said, the room was isolated, beautiful, and serene. The covered wildlife/waterfall viewing area and the hummingbird feeder area with a bathroom made bird watching very comfortable. What a delight to spot a basilisk lizard next to the waterfall viewing area. We saw it run across the surface of pond to catch a dragonfly! The water features on the property have been organized to maximize being attractive to wildlife. Easy to get to from San José, but we recommend hiring a driver. Traffic and roads are a bit crazy. Mid elevation rain forest bordering on farmland, this was good both for birds and for moths at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

patrick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We checked in this property and after seeing our accommodations immediately began searching for a more suitable place to stay . The decor is very outdated . The furniture in the lobby is 1970s couch etc . The walk to our cabin was not lit . We used our cell phone to find our way . It’s extremely unsafe as it a rocky area with many steps . Our room was dirty and not well maintained. The bedding did look clean but the rest of the room did not . The bathroom is very old and stained . The shelving under the sink looked as if it had never been wiped . The paint is peeling . The windows do not open at all . There is no screen on the door to allow for any kind of air flow . No ceiling fan . It was very warm and smelled stagnant . We asked for a fan . They could not accommodate our request . Ate dinner in the restaurant before leaving for our next hotel . We figured pasta was a safe choice . It was absolutely horrible. I guess it could just be a matter of taste but neither myself or my husband ate more than the first bite we took . The sauce tasted burnt and extremely sweet . We paid our bill and left . We did have a very kind waiter . The place looks MUCH better in the photos . In reality it has a summer camp feeling . One that is way past its prime .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrianus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places to stay for birders. Super friendly staff, knowledgeable guide, good food, and great room.
Sunbittern at the lodge
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rafal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Birding paradise
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farron

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

Nature at its best!

Beautiful location tucked away on a mountain side with all the privacy and jungle serenity you could possibly imagine. Jose and his staff went above and beyond to make sure you were totally taken care of. Food was always amazing. The sound from the waterfall really made the experience even better and relaxing.
Waterfall
Oropendola
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo excelente muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nataly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hermoso!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

FREDERIC

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

Endroit reposant

Une nuit avec repas. Endroit immergé dans la nature au calme.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rodeado de gran naturaleza y muchas aves cerca para escuchar y observar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
tiene muy cerca una catarata muy hermosa
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food here is amazing! Probably the best meals we have had in a long time! Breakfast cooked to order and lunch/dinners superb. We had the tropical chicken, tenderloin and trout during our stay. The property grounds are lovely for birding and Jose Alvarez (owner) has created a blind to view birds difficult to see. Hummingbirds abound. I hate to add any criticism as the place is so unique and lovely but our room could have had a bit more attention to detail (missing tiles, broken fridge) to make our stay perfect. We would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds/rooms are gorgeous, very accommodating staff and fabulous birding! The meals were outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter, SanJose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente en general
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sasa

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

A must stay

Absolutely stunning. Well worth the drive. Secluded and relaxing, super friendly staff and service. Food was excellent, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yeti XXL
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

farron, carrollton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fourth time here and gotta say each visit is better than before. Continuous improvements.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the room was very clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent, the only thing that was missing was the “natilla”.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Es un lugar magico en plena naturaleza,por la noche se observan luciernagas como si fueran estrellitas fugaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Go here. Stay here. The property is one of the prettiest we’ve seen in all of Costa Rica. The owner and staff bent over backwards to accommodate our schedule and our preferences. Wish we had more time here. Love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Es un bello lugar, se debe revisar algunos detalles de camas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The natural wonders are incredible, and the staff were excellent - above and beyond excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020