Camping Gosén
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- Peaceful riverside site set in the famed volcanic region of Heredia
- Access to challenging hikes through rainforests and around volcanoes
- Bar, restaurant, gym, football pitch, TV room and barbecue
A wildlife refuge, volcanoes and vibrant rainforests surround the peaceful riverside site of Camping Gosén, set among the volcanic mountain chains and grassy foothills of Heredia and within 45 minutes’ drive of Costa Rica's capital San José.
There's loads to do nearby, such as energetic hikes that take intrepid sorts through the rainforest around the Cerro Dantas peak and along the Río Mancarrón stream, or day tripping to the nearby cities of Alajuela and Escazú.
Camping Gosén is surrounded by a well-maintained garden scattered with fruit trees and wild flowers – just the ticket for lazing after a long day’s hike. For more chill out time you're welcome to pull out a barbecue and soak up the rays, or spend an hour or two in the TV room. A gym and football pitch make this site a good bet for sporty types too, or if you're craving a restful time there's free wifi for surfing.
And after all your relaxing, telly watching or toning up in the gym? The site also has a bar, restaurant and takeaway to have your eats sorted.
Campground type
15
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2Open all year
Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Bookings must not be for more than 10 consecutive nights.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Campsite types & availability
Anturio powered grass tent campsite
Adults only 
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom $25 1 night, 2 adults
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Hortensias powered grass travel trailer campsite
Adults only 4 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom $25 1 night, 2 adults
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Paradise Birds primitive grass campsite
Adults only 4 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom $25 1 night, 2 adults
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Pink 1 bedroom cabin
Adults only 2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomDimensions: 5.0m width x 4.0m length (16.4ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 20.0m² (215.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom $90 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Camping Gosén
Plaza Futbol Buena Vista
Cruce Alfa y Omega
Buena Vista
Heredia
Costa Rica
40203
Directions Timezone
America/Costa_Rica CST (GMT-06:00)
GPS
10.05533°N
-84.10426°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Camping Gosén is in a top spot to check out some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, such as Barva Volcano, the highest point in Braulio Carrillo National Park and dotted with lagoons, a 50-minute drive from the site. Slightly further out, smoke and steam emanates from Poás Volcano’s acidic crater lake; on your way to either, you might want to brave the Canopy Adventure Volcan Barva ziplining centre...?
San José may be a little crowded for some but it has plenty of attractions and restaurants for restful days. The country’s national museum and theatre, a lively market, a wood carving-filled Catedral Metropolitana and a children’s museum sit within a medieval castle are all worth a browse. There is also a gold museum and the popular Sabana Metropolitan Park; a resident staple. Costa Rica’s biggest shopping mall, Multiplaza Escazú (30 minutes' drive), is just outside of the city.
Heredia (15 minutes) is perhaps a more homely destination, with its Spanish-colonial architecture and popular main square. The Cerro Dantas Wildlife Refuge is also near the city, so bring a raincoat and get ready to take in more than your fair share of diverse trees, orchids and birdlife. Alajuela, Costa Rica’s second largest city, is also a 30-minute drive from the site.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Camping Gosén have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Camping Gosén dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Camping Gosén? Camping Gosén is in a top spot to check out some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, such as Barva Volcano, the highest point in Braulio Carrillo National Park and dotted with … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping Gosén?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 6 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Camping Gosén? From $25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.