Welcome to Casa Familiar La Tortuga, your home away from home in Barva de Heredia! Our privileged location offers you not only security, but also access to a variety of experiences that will make your stay an unforgettable adventure. Near our house, you will find a wide selection of local restaurants to enjoy delicious Costa Rican cuisine. Plus, you'll be surrounded by the natural beauty of nearby national parks, where you can immerse yourself in the lush flora and fauna of Costa Rica. In Heredia, don't miss the opportunity to explore Barva National Park, a paradise for nature lovers. You can also venture on an exciting coffee tour at Café Britt, where you will learn about the growing and production process of Costa Rican coffee, a must-do experience for coffee lovers. For bird and wildlife lovers, there are specialized tours that will take you to discover the rich biodiversity of the region. Get ready to live exciting adventures and discover the magic of Costa Rica during your stay at Casa Familiar La Tortuga! We are located 25 minutes from the Juan Santamaría Airport, 14 minutes from the Sports Palace and Rosabal Cordero Stadium, 40 minutes to Barva Volcano, 50 minutes to Poas Volcano y 57 minutes from La Paz Waterfalls Gardens.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

American

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Heredia
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Henry
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    Nice place and owners. All is good. The breakfast could've been a little better for the man who is not dieting:)
  • Lotte
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The amazing room, friendly family, breakfast and safe space with beautiful town Barva nearby.
  • Killian
    Ireland Ireland
    Great place to stay. Very clean and welcoming. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were very comfortable. The hosts were very nice.I would recommend staying here.
  • Lynn
    Australia Australia
    A very clean, comfortable and secure place to stay in Heredia. There are many restaurants and local shops nearby. Close to the different bus stops that go into San Jose etc. We enjoyed our stay, Thank you.
  • Janice
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    Right downtown with parking , room has everything you need for a short stay
  • Richard
    Jersey Jersey
    The owners welcomed us into their home. The room was very spacious and clean with a good size balcony. Excellent breakfast.
  • Martita
    Poland Poland
    Clean place, with nice hoste and delicious desayuno!
  • Christine
    United States United States
    If you want to be in the city, Casa Familiar la Tortuga is well-located, close to shopping, restaurants, and nightlife. The house and rooms are comfortable and the hosts are very friendly and helpful with suggestions for dinner and directions.
  • L
    Lana
    Austria Austria
    it is placed central in heredia, perfect for two people. the bathroom is the best one i‘ve seen so far in costa rica. the apartment is nice, clean and perfect for two people. kitchen has everything BUT a stove, but that’s the only thing to...
  • Knigina
    Russia Russia
    The location is in the very center of Heredia. The separate entrance. Large room with everything that can be needed.Even a small kitchen. Clean and cosy room. But the most important thing is the owners. Sooo nice people, after check-out our son...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Casa Familiar la Tortuga
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
Good free WiFi 41 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Casa Familiar la Tortuga takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:30
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property can be found in Waze and Google Maps.

Please note that the address of the property will be changed from June 1st 2024. Therefore, the booking availability for the following months will be loaded from the same date.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Casa Familiar la Tortuga

  • Guests staying at Casa Familiar la Tortuga can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American
  • Room options at Casa Familiar la Tortuga include:

    • Double
    • Studio
  • The prices at Casa Familiar la Tortuga may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Casa Familiar la Tortuga offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
  • Check-in at Casa Familiar la Tortuga is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Casa Familiar la Tortuga is 2.2 miles from the centre of Heredia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.