Kinkara Luxury Retreat

Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary

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Escape to Kinkara Luxury Retreat, nestled near the Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary. Savor local flavors at breakfast and unwind by the firepit or on a scenic bike ride. Guests rave about their rejuvenating spa treatments and delightful garden views from Casa Bulú, the on-site restaurant.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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Signature Lotus Belle Tent Double Bed | Courtyard view
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Free toiletries, bathrobes, towels, soap

Signature Lotus Belle Tent Double Bed

Very good

Highlights

Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
4 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Free toiletries, bathrobes, towels, soap
Signature Lotus Belle Tent Two Twin Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Signature Lotus Belle Tent Two Twin Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Signature Lotus Belle Tent Two Twin Beds

Highlights

Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
4 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
Free toiletries, bathrobes, towels, soap
Deluxe Lotus Belle Tent | View from room
Deluxe Lotus Belle Tent | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Deluxe Lotus Belle Tent | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Lotus Belle Tent

Highlights

Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
4 bathrooms
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Elena, El General, San Jose

What's nearby

  • Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Quebradas Biological Center - 48 min drive - 25.8 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Heladeria del sur - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cafetería Aromas y Café - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Viejo - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Sushi Sensaki, en el Hotel del Sur - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪El Grill - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Kinkara Luxury Retreat

Kinkara Luxury Retreat puts you 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or body treatments, and Casa Bulú serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

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 6:00 AM - 8:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Spa services
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Bathrobes
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Dining

Casa Bulú - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 225 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Kinkara El General
Kinkara Hotel El General
Kinkara Hotel
Kinkara Luxury Retreat Hotel
Kinkara Luxury Retreat El General
Kinkara Luxury Retreat Hotel El General

Frequently asked questions

Does Kinkara Luxury Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kinkara Luxury Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 225 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Kinkara Luxury Retreat and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like spa services, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Kinkara Luxury Retreat?

Yes, Casa Bulú offers garden views.

What's the area around Kinkara Luxury Retreat like?

Kinkara Luxury Retreat is located by the river. Popular attractions include The Secret Gardens, which is 31 minutes away by car.

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Kinkara Luxury Retreat Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Very good

Wonderful place, enjoy nature, exceptional cuisine, peaceful and serene stay!
Elena, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful peaceful retreat. The staff was excellent and very professional to all our needs . The place had amazing views and great energy
Raymond, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place for a recovery and relaxation! Great, natural food, great chef, great staff! Just pitty and expected that they offer some yoga classes, but the haden't..
Jens, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is beautiful and very clean. The best part is the friendly and helpful staff. The two concierge and the kitchen staff was so friendly, they made us feel like family. We had car trouble and they all jumped in to help. Amazing!
Lleni, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Increíble
Magaly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excelente ambiente y servicio !
Carlos Ramírez, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location!
Natasha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent services give a 10 to Melanie pm shift for such a great customer services Chef excellent food Thanks for everything great experience mew and innovation
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was here for a short break to decompress and no place could be better for that. It’s so relaxing. The food was amazing as were the incredible showers. Most of what’s prepared comes from the farm you walk through all throughout the property. I loved hanging around in the hammocks reading, working out in the Big central pavilion with views of the countryside in the distance, walking along the river and going under the small waterfalls. I’m not a camping guy at all and I was thrilled here - this was truly one of the best hotels I’ve ever been to. They make a mad coffee too!
AT, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lugar grandioso, con una experiencia gastronómica maravillosa
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nazgul, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

yuko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

manuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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