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8.4

422 reviews

Hotel Don Taco

Hotel Don Taco

50 metros norte de la Agencia del ICE en Santa Elena, Monteverde, Costa Rica, 60109, Costa Rica

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Tour desk

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Hotel Don Taco

Hotel Don Taco is a friendly 1-star Bed and Breakfast tucked in Santa Elena, Costa Rica. Address: 50 metros norte de la Agencia del ICE en Santa Elena. Located about 17.5mi from the city center, this simple retreat offers budget-friendly charm and a straightforward base for exploring the area. Reviews: 422 provide a glimpse into the guest experience.

Breakfast is included, setting a tidy tone for the day. Featured amenities include private parking (free), wifi (free), a tour desk, bar, sun deck, terrace, mountain view, non-smoking rooms, a garden, and free toiletries. Minimum price information not provided.

Reviews: 422 offer a traveler’s lens on the stay, with on-site parking (free), free Wifi, and a location that sits in a garden-like, mountain-view setting.

Hotel Don Taco caters to diverse travelers with a slate of room types. Options include the Double Room (108 sq ft) with a Queen bed; the Family room (108 sq ft) accommodating up to 8 adults and 4 children with 1 Twin bed and 2 Double beds; and the Cabin, Quadruple (108 sq ft) offering 2 Twins and 1 Double bed. For lighter stays, the Cabin, Double, Balcony (215 sq ft) features a single Double bed. All accommodations are non-smoking.

Nestled in a garden-like setting with mountain views, the property features a sun deck and terrace, a bar, and on-site dining vibes. A complimentary breakfast sets the day in motion, while private parking and wifi keep plans simple. The on-site tour desk can help map out local adventures, making it easy to explore the surrounding Santa Elena area.

Practical details round out the stay: cash is accepted along with Mastercard and Visa, and the address places the haven at 50 meters north of the ICE Agency in Santa Elena, Costa Rica. Reviews from 422 guests provide a traveler’s lens on the experience, underscoring the budget-friendly charm and straightforward base for exploring the region.

Closest airports

La Fortuna Arenal Airport

19.5mi

Tambor Airport

42.3mi

Juan Santamaría International Airport

47.5mi

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport

52.6mi

Nosara Airport

61.3mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Tour desk

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Free toiletries

Rooms

Triple Cabin with Balcony in Hotel Don Taco

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Cabin, Triple, Balcony

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Quadruple Cabin with Balcony in Hotel Don Taco

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Cabin, Quadruple, Balcony

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

x4

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Standard Double Room in Hotel Don Taco

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Standard Room

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

170 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

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Triple Cabin in Hotel Don Taco

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Cabin, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

x3

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Double Cabin  in Hotel Don Taco

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Cabin Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Shower

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Standard Family Room in Hotel Don Taco

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Family

1 Twin Bed

2 Double Beds

110 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

x8

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Classic Quadruple Room in Hotel Don Taco

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Classic, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

110 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

x4

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Economy Twin Room in Hotel Don Taco

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Economy Double Room

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Shower

x4

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x3

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Double Cabin with Balcony in Hotel Don Taco

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Cabin, Double, Balcony

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

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Standard Quadruple Room in Hotel Don Taco

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Double, Quadruple

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

110 sqft

Mountain view

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

x4

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x3

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Double Room in Hotel Don Taco

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

110 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Shower

x4

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x3

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Superior, Balcony

Balcony

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Guest reviews

8.4

422 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Featured reviews:

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Flora

10

June 2025

We were pleasantly surprised by the amazing views from the balcony of the room. The balcony was a wonderful space to take in the breathtaking views and star gaze at night. The hotel is located in a quiet neighborhood a short walk from the center of town. The included breakfast (especially option 4) was yummy. And the restaurant serves delicious pizza. The staff were very friendly, and the dogs made the hotel feel like home. Would definitely stay here again.

The room was relatively small, yet we didn't mind - we liked that it felt cozy and we had enough space for our suitcases and lots of hooks for hanging clothes.

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Beth

10

July 2025

We loved the balcony. While sitting we met other guests and saw many birds. Once we saw toucans and monkeys. The breakfast was good and filling. We also enjoyed the use of the public room on the main level for playing games together one evening.

The front window only had a small opening. It was helpful that we had a clothespin so that we could let the air in but have the shade closed for privacy. We needed the airflow to let our clothes dry from an extra rainy day.

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Sierna

9.1

January 2025

The breakfast was awesome and delicious! The swing in front of the window was nice :-) and different! The staff was very nice. We were able to leave our rented car there while we went do a tour. I would recommend this Don Taco Hotel without any hesitation!

No smoking area... I had to go outside the premises to smoke (just on the street). It's o.k. but it would of been nice to have a ''sit down'' area.

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Kirsty

10

June 2024

It was located a little away from the town so it was super quiet. We got upgraded from a standard room to a cabin with a small sitting area with amazing views. It was comfortable and despite rainy season stopping most afternoon activity we enjoyed watching the thunderstorms from here. The breakfast was amazing as were the staff who helped us to book tours, transport and any other general advice.

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Adrian

9.1

April 2024

The rooms were clean and comfortable and breakfast was great. The view from the breakfast room and balcony were beautiful and watching the sunset and stars was a great moment. The staff were really friendly. The location was perfect for activities.

There wasn't anything really. All I could muster here is the shower was lacking a bit of power but in all honesty we loved our stay and will remember our time in Santa Elena

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Ray

8.2

April 2025

The staff was great, and very helpful. we had our laundry done in record speed. the restaurant and breakfast was very good.

the room we reserved was on the ground floor, had no view or air, looked nothing like the pictures and had a bad smell. for an extra fee we were upgraded to a different room which was much nicer.

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Matteo

9.1

January 2025

Staff were super helpful. Good location with private parking space. Bed was very comfy too. There's an amazing view from the breakfast area.

The water wasn't as hot as expected in the shower. However staff ensured they'd look into it. It would also have been nice to have some hangers in the room to dry out some of our clothes (due to rain).

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Dora

10

February 2025

We only stayed 1 night, but it was a great experience. Staff of the hotel were extremely tentative and helped us with any queries we had. Food is also really good, both for dinner and breakfast (that was included in price).It is super noisy when it’s windy so if you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs! Our stay was overall great.

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Neil

8.2

February 2023

We loved our stay here. The place has a lot of charm, with friendly and helpful staff. Location great for getting into the town (be warned it is hilly!). But the best thing was the view! A lovely balcony and veranda to take in the view down to the gulf of Nicoya.

Be warned, that the wind can be quite loud during the night. We were fine with this, and it all added to the experience. I suspect a similar issue in other places too, and if a light sleeper, you may want to take earplugs. The bathroom was a bit basic, but consistent with the star rating, we didn't mind so much.

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Nechai

10

January 2025

The management is friendly and welcoming to the guests. I made a mistake when booking, but the hotel staff immediately helped me to correct it. They helped me with parking on a narrow mountain road at night. A delicious breakfast and a comfortable sleep improved my trip.

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Points of Interest Around Hotel Don Taco

Attractions

Curi-Cancha Reserve

1.5mi

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

2.2mi

Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena)

2.4mi

Children's Eternal Rainforest (Bosque Eterno de los Niños)

8.5mi

Butterfly Conservatory

8.6mi

Arenal Volcano National Park

11.4mi

Lake Arenal

11.5mi

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

12.5mi

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

12.5mi

Tabacon Hot Springs

13.4mi

La Fortuna Waterfall

13.5mi

Venado Caves (Cavernas de Venado)

16.5mi

Proyecto Asis Wildlife Rescue Center

19.5mi

Celeste River (Río Celeste)

25.4mi

Tenorio Volcano National Park (Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio)

28.8mi

Amenities of Hotel Don Taco

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Tour desk

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Hotel Don Taco

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

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