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Route 602 towards Monteverde Biological Reserve. , 60109 Monteverde Costa Rica, Costa Rica

#57 of 72 hotels in Monteverde Costa Rica

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 43 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There's not much around except of a little store an art gallery and two restaurants.

    Very nice place in the woods wirh animals in front of the door. Nice staff, good breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2022

    9.0
    loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights

    bedding could have been more comfortable

    location, staff

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2021

    7.0
    Pleasant and basic.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is keen to point out that the accommodation is basic, and it is. More comfortable beds are not incompatible with communing with nature, nor is hot water.

    Lovely site, many birds, monkeys, aguti and flowers, and we really did find that, to see birds, you are better off simply staying here or having breakfast at Stella’s across the road. You don’t need a guide and in the nature reserves it’s much harder to see wildlife.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2021

    8.0
    Great value and exceptional customer service!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quieter beds, they were squeaky.

    Yamal was exceptionally helpful and provided incredible hospitality!! We enjoyed our conversation with him. Breakfast was very delicious and quite filling as well.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2021

    8.0
    Clean simple lodging backed up by helpful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I would like to thank Joshua and Yamal for their consistently excellent service.

    Pleasant grounds in a location convenient to Curi-Cancha reserve and good local dining options.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The environment of the hotel is amazing. It's located in the jungle and there are cute animals in the garden. We were satisfied with the room and the breakfast, too.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2021

    8.0
    Peaceful living in lovely garden forest
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quiet lodge set on edge of forest. Great spot for birdwatching, walking and enjoying nature! Cafés and stores nearby. Pleasant staff. Good breakfast. Great wifi.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2021

    8.0
    Very nice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In the room we stayed we had sunlight in the morning (the curtains are not sealed) and you can hear people walk in the road in front of the room. It didn’t really bother. Also, location is pretty far from restaurants in Santa Elena, you need to have a car.

    First of all Joshua from the front desk is amazing! He helped us with recommendations and tours and was super helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable bed Hot water in the shower cannot be taken for granted! Overall a very good stay, value for money

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2021

    9.0
    Great Value Near Monteverde Cloud Forest!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Check in was a bit difficult since we came after 10 pm - we ended up having to pay cash because the place was locked up for the night (not a big deal, but would have preferred card).

    Breakfast was really good. Hotel had walking trail on site that was quite pretty - they offer a night walking tour we unfortunately couldn't go to (came in too late). Grounds were pretty and room was clean.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ecolodge molt cuidat, net i confortable

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room gets a bit humid during rainy season which is understandable, but the sheets and clothes can get humid which is a bit uncomfortable. Maybe better isolation would solve it not sure.

    To see the humming birds every morning without leaving the bed, because the room had two huge windows to the gardens. The lady in the desk was very helpful booking tours and transportation.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2021

    9.0
    Was a great stay and we will be back loved sitting out and watching all the wild life and hummingbi!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great very delicious food!

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2021

    9.0
    Staff was super kind and helpful. It was amazing waking up to the beautiful bird sounds. It was a complete feeling of
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wish they had a fan in the room. Had to sleep with windows open (they do have screens. Take earplugs in case the night insects and critters get to loud. I HAD to use them. My husband didn’t mind them.

    Nice to have breakfast and dinner within the facility. It was more than enough and very good.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2021

    9.0
    Definitely the right place for the right price to experience Monteverde.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing. Everything was perfect.

    Location is fantastic. The staff is super helpful and prompt. The room was clean and the forest around is stunning. this was my second trip and I look forward to more.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2021

    7.0
    Basic but nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had to pay at least $5 to any place we went, even if it was only a mile or two.

    There are little cabins, very basic. They could be upgraded. The walk around the premises is nice, lots of birds and butterflies. The agutis will be seen by the reception area and cabins. The first day we saw monkeys out our windows. The staff is super accommodating and only wants to please. Joshua and Jamal are great. Breakfast rocks!!! This place is close to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2021

    8.0
    Great place to stay just for a quick trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was fine for the purpose

    Very quiet and private

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2024

    10
    such a great location with nice staff and a gorgeous traditional breakfast at the nearby restaurant!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    entering the room, there was a musty smell, but just at the beginning

    amazing staff, parking directly in front of the house door, clean rooms and ensuite bathroom, best of all was the location (about 10min to Monteverde National Park by car)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is good if you want to go to the national park. The rooms are clean, the breakfast is ok. However, you have to be an early riser. The price-quality ratio is not right. It is too expensive for what you get. But it is Monteverde, a tourist hotspot. And when you sit on the bench in front of the room and watch the hummingbirds and listen to nature, the price doesn't matter.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2021

    4.0
    I thought was a good idea but as soon I opened the cabinet door I felt so dissapointed. I expected a better place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the price versus the location. they overcharge

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2021

    10
    it was a great place to stay!! We really enjoyed it!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    great place to stay

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2021

    10
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Joshua is the best, he Helped us a lot. The room is perfect and soroundings are amazing. Very good location

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2021

    10
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Beautiful area. Staff were helpful and knowledgeable about the wildlife. Great night's sleep. Fabulous breakfast.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a great deal! The stuff was very knowledgeable and helpful, breakfast amazing and you gotta see wildlife from windows, or trails that are around the hotel

    Stayed in August 2021

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