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$3001 km al este del Banco de Costa Rica, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109, Costa Rica , Monteverde, 60109, Costa Rica
250 reviews
1/46
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Welcome to the Cloud Forest Lodge, your tropical hideaway nestled in the heart of Monteverde, Costa Rica! Located just 1 km east of the Banco de Costa Rica in the enchanting town of Santa Elena, this delightful 3-star lodge lets you immerse yourself in mesmerizing mountain views while being only a short distance from the bustling city center. Starting at an affordable price point, it’s perfect for travelers eager to explore the wonders of Costa Rica without breaking the bank.
Get ready to kick back and indulge in a host of fabulous amenities! Start your day with a complimentary breakfast before heading out for unforgettable adventures. Whether you want to unwind on our sun deck, savor a local dish at our on-site restaurant, or sip a refreshing cocktail at the bar, we've got you covered. Don’t forget to explore the nearby attractions with our tour desk, or plan a horseback riding expedition to make magical memories in the lush surroundings. Plus, with free Wi-Fi, private parking, and soundproof rooms, you can enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and connectivity.
Our guests have raved about their stays, leaving us with an impressive 250 reviews that showcase the charm and hospitality of Cloud Forest Lodge. Whether you're a solo adventurer, a couple on a romantic getaway, or a family looking for fun, our hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere that guarantees an enjoyable experience. With additional perks like beach umbrellas, garden spaces, and kids' meals available upon request, there’s something for everyone! Ready to make your next getaway unforgettable? Book your stay today!
Once you've settled into the cozy comforts of Cloud Forest Lodge, it's time to tantalize your taste buds at our delightful restaurant, Endémica! With a warm and family-friendly ambiance, Endémica serves up a feast of local delicacies that will leave you craving more. Picture yourself enjoying a flavorful dish crafted from fresh, local ingredients while soaking in the picturesque views of the lush surroundings. With options for both adults and kids, it's the perfect spot to gather after a day of exploration and share stories over a delicious meal.
After you've filled up, grab a cocktail at our vibrant bar and kick back on the sun deck or beneath a swaying palm tree in the garden, sipping on a cold beverage as you take in the stunning lull of the Costa Rican landscape. This is where relaxation takes center stage! Feel free to gab with fellow travelers or simply enjoy the peaceful ambiance as nature presents its breathtaking beauty around you. The lodge’s strategic location also means you have easy access to a plethora of exciting activities just a short jaunt away, including tantalizing tours that promise thrilling adventures in the heart of the cloud forest.
Plus, when it’s time to hit the town, you'll find yourself just a stone's throw from all that Santa Elena has to offer. From local artisan shops to small cafés bursting with Costa Rican charm, this town has all the makings of a perfect day out! With ample free parking available, you can explore the attractions without the stress of finding a spot. So whether you're basking in the sun with your loved ones, taste-testing delightful local foods, or planning your next escapade, Cloud Forest Lodge is your ideal basecamp for a harmonious Costa Rican adventure. Ready to savor the good life? Let the journey begin!
Closest airports
La Fortuna Arenal Airport
19.2miTambor Airport
42.5miJuan Santamaría International Airport
47.2miDaniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
52.9miNosara Airport
61.7miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Garden view
Beach umbrellas
Balcony
Garden
Free toiletries
Soundproof
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Junior Suite
1 Sofa Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
860 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Private entrance
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Family
2 Double Beds
775 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Private entrance
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Standard, 2 Twin Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
2 Twin Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
710 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Private entrance
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Deluxe Suite
1 Queen Size Bed
710 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Private entrance
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Manakin Family Suite
2 Queen Size Beds
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Featured reviews:
Ap
10
December 2024
Everything was very personal as it’s a small hotel. Loved the breakfast - fruit bowl with toast followed by a la carte breakfast. No buffet. Quality of all meals was excellent. Super rooms - great size & really clean. Fantastic viewing area to see hummingbirds .
It’s a shame it’s a little further out from the town so would have to taxi it there & also the fact that the road is not great going up to the hotel. This meant we didn’t venture out to Santa Elena shops & restaurants which looked nice but to be honest we loved the hotel so didn’t really mind. The staff were excellent & the only reason we would have liked to go to town is because it would have been cheaper to eat & drink there, & also usually we like to check out the town.
Margaret
9.1
December 2024
The bed was super comfy and the curtains managed to block out morning light. The turn-down service was much appreciated and the staff seemed genuinely friendly, especially the bellhop and reception staff. Lastly, the food at the restaurant was excellent and the vegetarian options were a happy surprise.
I only have two tiny complaints/suggestions: I would have preferred a shower with a shower wand and a French press (for coffee) without a PLASTIC lid. I also wish that I had known about the on-site zip lining canopy tour before going to Monteverde. That way I could have saved money and not booked Selvatura…
Krisztina
10
March 2023
We had a wonderful stay here! Our room was perfectly clean & comfortable, the surrounding nature is extraordinary beautiful (you can see birds, monkeys, coutis, squirrels while you are having breakfast or just relaxing), breakfast was good, staff is really nice. There are nice program opportunities near. ¡Pura vida!
That’s not a negative thing, just to get prepared: it is not so easy to get to the property, 4x4 car is recommended. There is no door on the shower, so the bathroom gets easily wet while showering.
Jasjeet
9.1
April 2024
Well maintained. Easy to walk around. Lots of lovely foliage. Small area to cover. Rooms large and clean with great big bathroom. Great staff. Happy to show you around to see animals/birds. Has its own trails approx 4km in total. Great views from restaurants. Comfortable seating and lovely fire with seating (can get chilly in evenings). ALL the staff were wonderfully helpful and we felt very looked after. Would highly recommend. Only reason for some 9/10 scores is that there is always room for more but this is one of the best places we stayed in during our tour of Costa Rica
Nothing really. Don’t have any fans but reception happy to provide these and so not a problem at all.
Natalie
9.1
April 2024
A nice place to stay while visiting Monteverde. Great view from the restaurant (while our view from the room was a little lacking). The staff is overall friendly and the rooms are spacious and clean.
We tried to book a night tour but the hotel failed to confirm our booking. In the end, we went for another night tour (which was great!) but it is a little sad that requests are simply ignored. Also, some staff members in the restaurant do not appear to understand English and they kept me waiting for half an hour before I could order breakfast (which for some reason needs to be ordered a night before if you want an early start).
Gina
9.1
August 2024
It wasn't fancy, but we were so cozy and comfortable!! Everyone was loving the soft and velvety smooth bedding! The included breakfasts were exceptional. The staff was very helpful and made sure we had everything we asked for... We could've easily stayed on site the entire visit, enjoying the walking trails, and watching the birds and animals. We loved the balconies in our rooms, the observation deck, and the restaurant. Natalia, and the rest of the concierge staff were very helpful and made sure we were well taken care of ... we enjoyed our cloud forest adventure!
Helet
10
May 2024
Beautiful forrest surroundings. Secluded feel as not a big lodge. Rooms are spacious and have very nice linen. Food and beverages are of very high quality although prices are expensive. Breakfast is really delicious and is made to order, served with the most delicious fresh fruit. Meals are enjoyed with the beautiful forest view. Nice fire place in the evenings, creating a cozy atmosphere. Staff is absolutely exceptional and I cannot fault service of any area. Everyone from reception staff through to maintenance staff is super friendly. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Monteverde.
Nothing
Stephanie
10
June 2024
Cloud Forest Lodge was incredible from beginning to end. The communication was excellent, Whatsapp works very well. The employees are amazing! They make an effort to remember your name and your specific likes and dislikes and they are very helpful in determining what activities might be enjoyable. The grounds were immaculate and the hiking was so fun. The rooms are beautiful, clean and comfortable. I love the ecofriendly atmosphere and the food at the restaurant was amazing. My only regret is that we weren't able to stay longer!!
Nothing. The only thing we found a little strange (as Americans) was that we couldn't flush the toilet paper:). We learned why and understood the reasoning behind it (pun intended)! Other than that, we literally didn't dislike anything. Even in the rain it was amazing.
Elizabeth
10
July 2024
Trails, friendly staff, dining area and food, close to activities
Too much glass exposed for parrots/birds to crash into. Saw one parrot lying on ground obviously hit window. Should be easy to fix back side of top floor viewing platform without detracting much from experience which is what i expect this parrot hit based on his location .. slid off roof and landed on concrete platform to left of administration door. Bird stickers dont work. Please fix...sounded like it happened often. This is bad since you are trying to be environment friendly. Thanks.
Zubin
8.2
August 2024
Breakfast was included. Coffee, fresh juice and tea were free, any other drinks were extra. 1st course was toast or fruit bowl and then one could choose a main! Location was farther from town but among hiking trails and zipline tour. The view from the restaurant was amazing. The huge indoor fireplace was a boon to have during the rainy evenings.
Nothing it was a great experience. To go to town one needed to call a taxi which ranged from $7-$10 each way. Dinner was ok, maybe was expecting better given the great breakfast.
Attractions
Curi-Cancha Reserve
1.3miMonteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
2miSanta Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena)
2.1miChildren's Eternal Rainforest (Bosque Eterno de los Niños)
8.1miButterfly Conservatory
8.3miArenal Volcano National Park
11.1miLake Arenal
11.3miMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
12.2miMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
12.3miTabacon Hot Springs
13.2miLa Fortuna Waterfall
13.2miVenado Caves (Cavernas de Venado)
16.4miProyecto Asis Wildlife Rescue Center
19.1miCeleste River (Río Celeste)
25.5miTenorio Volcano National Park (Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio)
28.9miAttractions
Curi-Cancha Reserve
1.3miMonteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
2miSanta Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena)
2.1miChildren's Eternal Rainforest (Bosque Eterno de los Niños)
8.1miButterfly Conservatory
8.3miArenal Volcano National Park
11.1miLake Arenal
11.3miMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
12.2miMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
12.3miTabacon Hot Springs
13.2miLa Fortuna Waterfall
13.2miVenado Caves (Cavernas de Venado)
16.4miProyecto Asis Wildlife Rescue Center
19.1miCeleste River (Río Celeste)
25.5miTenorio Volcano National Park (Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio)
28.9miAirports
La Fortuna Arenal Airport
19.2miTambor Airport
42.5miJuan Santamaría International Airport
47.2miDaniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
52.9miNosara Airport
61.7miEndémica
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Garden view
Beach umbrellas
Balcony
Garden
Free toiletries
Soundproof
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Hearing accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Hiking
Horseback riding
Walking tours
Bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Walk-in closet
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry
Food & Drink
Bar
Fruit
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Concierge
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Hypoallergenic
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Soundproof
Internet
Free wifi
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Media & Technology
Telephone
Outdoors
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Room Amenities
Fan
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Beach umbrellas
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
View
Garden view
Mountain view
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
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Visa,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
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