Where can you find us?


Guayabo Lodge is located on the slopes of the active Turrialba volcano in the small town of Santa Cruz, Turrialba, 300 meters from the 230 national highway .

Coming by Car?

Follow the National Highway 230. We are about 30 min. from the town of Turrialba and 30 min from the town of Pacayas. We highly recommend to travel by car in CR, public transport exists but it might be slow or uncomfortable. We also recommend using Google or Waze for navigation purposes.

From San Jose

Follow the road to CARTAGO-VOLCAN IRAZÚ; at the crossing where there is a big statue of Christ, just before reaching COT, keep on the right and follow PACAYAS, CAPELLADES. After Capellades follow SANTA CRUZ, TURRIALBA. Do NOT turn left to the Turrialba Volcano. Before reaching SANTA CRUZ, turn right in front of the cemetery, on to the dirt road that leads to the Lodge (300m down).

From Turrialba

Follow road to TURRIALBA, SANTA ROSA, SANTA CRUZ. Do NOT go to Guayabo Monument!!! After SANTA CRUZ Center, turn left in front of the cemetery; to the private dirt road that leads to the Lodge (300m down).

Need extra help?

You can always contact us directly for help, we can provide taxi transport or give you instructions on route. Check our contact page.