What’s included at La Cantera — and what costs extra
Overnight rates at La Cantera Resort include free full breakfast (served daily 9:00–10:00 AM), free Wi‑Fi, free self‑parking, and access to the property's pools, children's pool, hot tub and waterslide. Meals beyond breakfast, spa treatments, some transfers or shuttle services, and certain incidental charges (deposits or pet fees where allowed) are typically extra.
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What’s included with your room
All cabins include free in‑room and property‑wide Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, a kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave, and memory foam beds according to third‑party listings. Housekeeping is available on request rather than automatically daily.
Overnight guests receive a free full breakfast each morning from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Free self‑parking on site is listed among the property amenities.
- Free full breakfast (9:00–10:00 AM)
- Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property
- Kitchenette in every cabin (mini‑fridge and microwave)
- Air conditioning and memory foam beds
- Free self‑parking
- Housekeeping available on request
| Room name | Beds | View |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Mountain View Room | 1 Double Bed | Mountain view |
| Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Garden View Room | 2 Double Beds | Garden view |
| Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom, Garden View Room | 2 Double Beds | Garden view |
Pools, bars, and spa facilities — what's included
La Cantera lists two outdoor pools, a children's pool, a hot tub, and a waterslide among its core amenities; those pool areas and the swim‑up feature are available to guests. Two poolside bars and a swim‑up bar are also part of the property facilities.
On‑site spa services are offered, but available sources do not list service names, hours or prices — expect spa treatments and any special spa packages to be charged separately.
- 2 outdoor pools + children’s pool
- Hot tub and waterslide
- Swim‑up bar plus 2 poolside bars
- Spa services available (typically extra)
| Facility | Included for overnight guests? |
|---|---|
| Pools / children’s pool / waterslide | Yes |
| Swim‑up & poolside bars | Access included; drinks are charged separately |
| Spa treatments | On‑site but usually an extra cost |
Dining: breakfast included, other meals usually cost extra
The property provides a free full breakfast for overnight guests. There is an on‑site restaurant and a snack bar/deli; these outlets and the pool bars serve other meals and drinks which are listed and charged separately.
There is no reliable source showing the resort operates on an all‑inclusive meal/drink rate — the documented information indicates breakfast is included and other dining purchases are extra.
- Free breakfast for overnight guests (9:00–10:00 AM)
- On‑site restaurant and snack bar/deli (meals priced separately)
- Poolside and swim‑up bars serve drinks for purchase
| Meal | Typical status |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Included |
| Lunch / dinner / snacks | Available at on‑site outlets for additional charge |
| Pool drinks | Charged at the bar |
Extras and fees to expect
Sources indicate several items commonly carry extra charges or conditions: spa treatments, restaurant meals beyond the included breakfast, and any requested airport shuttle or private transfer (OTA listings conflict about whether airport transfers are offered and whether a fee applies).
The property may require government‑issued photo ID and a credit/debit card or cash deposit at check‑in to cover incidental charges. Pet policy details conflict across listings; some aggregators list pets allowed while others say pets are not allowed except service animals — check with the property if you plan to travel with a pet.
- Spa treatments — typically extra
- Lunch/dinner and bar drinks — extra
- Airport transfer/shuttle — some listings show a paid option; others show none (confirm with property)
- Possible incidental deposit or card hold at check‑in
- Pet policy varies by listing — contact the hotel if bringing a pet
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | On‑site but charged separately |
| Airport shuttle | Some sources list a paid shuttle; others say none — confirm before travel |
| Pet fees | Conflicting info across sources; contact property |
Check‑in, check‑out and front‑desk notes
The resort's official site lists cabin check‑in at 1:00 PM and check‑out at 11:00 AM. Several OTAs list different windows (earlier check‑in or later check‑out) — if you need an early arrival or late departure, contact the property directly to confirm availability.
Guest reviews note occasional staffing or gate issues; a few reports describe times when the property seemed closed or the gates were locked. If your arrival is outside standard front‑desk hours, confirm arrival instructions with the property in advance.
- Official check‑in: 1:00 PM; official check‑out: 11:00 AM
- Some OTAs show different check‑in/out times — verify at booking
- Primary guest at check‑in must be at least 18 years old
- Staffing and gate access have varied in guest reports — confirm arrival plan
| Policy | Source note |
|---|---|
| Check‑in / Check‑out | Official site: 1 PM / 11 AM; some OTAs show different times |
| Minimum age to check‑in | Primary guest must be 18+ |
| Housekeeping | Available on request (not necessarily daily) |
Getting there and the surrounding area
La Cantera Resort is at 200 Metros Norte La Escuela San Ignacio, San Ignacio de Cajón, Pérez Zeledón, San José Province. The nearest major international airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), about 96.6 miles (155.5 km) away; regional Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ) is closer by distance on some listings (roughly 27.5 miles / 44.2 km).
Expect a mountain approach: guest reports cite a gravel/dirt access road for several kilometers and notes about steep or rough sections and potholes on the final driveway. The resort is also close to nature attractions — Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary is about 3.4–3.8 miles (5.5–6.1 km) away and several local waterfalls and hiking areas are within short drives.
- Address: 200 Metros Norte La Escuela San Ignacio, Cajón, Pérez Zeledón, CR
- Nearest international airport: Juan Santamaría (SJO) ~96.6 miles / 155.5 km
- Regional option: Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ) ~27.5 miles / 44.2 km per listings
- Access road: several kilometers of gravel/dirt and a steep final driveway reported by guests
- Nearby attractions: Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary (~3.4–3.8 mi), local waterfalls, mountain trails
| Nearby | Approximate distance |
|---|---|
| Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary | 3.4–3.8 miles (5.5–6.1 km) |
| Cascada El Salto (local waterfalls) | Within about 3.1–3.3 miles |
| Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) | ~96.6 miles (155.5 km) |
Event space and family features
La Cantera has a small conference/event space of approximately 600 square feet (56 sq m) suitable for small meetings or gatherings; no published capacity figures are available from the listed sources.
The resort is family‑friendly: pools include a children's pool and waterslide, and the property lists foosball, billiards and air hockey among its leisure amenities. The site states the resort welcomes guests of all ages.
- Conference/event space ~600 sq ft (56 sq m)
- Children’s pool, waterslide, and family game options (foosball, billiards, air hockey)
- Property welcomes guests of all ages
| Feature | Availability / Note |
|---|---|
| Event space | ~600 sq ft; no published capacity |
| Family activities | Children’s pool, waterslide, table games |
| Daily breakfast | Included for overnight guests |
