Arte De Plumas Birding Lodge - Cartago

28-acre birding sanctuary in Costa Rica's Turrialba Valley

Birding at Arte De Plumas

Arte De Plumas Birding Lodge is fully devoted to birding. The grounds contain bird-friendly plants and a banana plantation that grows bananas for the birds. Multiple bird feeders and a spacious semi-indoor birding deck allow guests to observe hummingbirds, toucans, and oropendolas throughout the day.

Rooms and Suites

Room types include Queen Room with Balcony and King Room with Balcony overlooking the garden or valley. Each room offers a private bathroom, work desk, and parquet floors. The lodge provides family rooms for groups and non-smoking rooms throughout.

On-Site Dining

Breakfast is served daily with warm dishes, juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Special diet menus include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals. The lodge has a coffee house on site and a snack bar for light bites.

Services and Amenities

The lodge offers free on-site private parking and an airport shuttle service with pick up and drop off. Guests have access to a shared kitchen, a garden, and a terrace. Additional services include a tour desk, laundry, daily housekeeping, and private check-in/check-out.

Location and Activities

Arte De Plumas Birding Lodge is 62 miles from Juan Santamaría International Airport, approximately a 3-hour drive. The lodge is near the CATIE Botanical Garden, a top birdwatching spot. On-site activities include fishing, hiking, walking tours, and tours about local culture.

• Location: 62 miles from Juan Santamaría International Airport, near CATIE Botanical Garden
• Birding: 28-acre park with banana plantation and bird feeders
• Rooms: Queen and King rooms with balconies and garden views
• Dining: Special diet menus, coffee house, snack bar
• Services: Free private parking, airport shuttle, tour desk
• Activities: Fishing, hiking, walking tours, local culture classes