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Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge

3.0 of 5
PO Box 531-1000 | northern Tilaran Mountain Range, Santa Elena 232-5150, Costa Rica
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Jacksonville, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Stayed for 2 days in May. The proprty is beautiful and we saw plenty of birds. Rooms are huge and clean. Staff welcomed us by name when we arrived, and the amenities were perfect. Dinner was good and the bar was always available for us. We had a wonderful time in Santa Elena and this hotel helped make it special.

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London
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 via mobile

I loved it here we saw lots of hummingbirds, attempted the canopy tour but lightening stopped play. Breakfast was good, lunch and dinner weren't to our groups taste but the cocktails after our extreme Tarzan swing really hit the spot. The lady on reception who I forget her name was great she sorted everything for us. A taxi to town... More

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Lenoir City, Tennessee
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66 reviews 66 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

There aren't a lot of "bells and whistles" here, but it's a great place to stay if you're focused on all the outdoor activities that are available in the area. My room had a king-size bed and two bunk beds---perfect for a family. The food in the restaurant was very good. Breakfast offered to choices: "Typical" (Costa Rican) and "American"... More

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May 20, 2013

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Castle Rock, Colorado, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Great Hotel in a beautiful setting. There are some really nice trails and an amazing zip line canopy tour right on the property. Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve is only a few kilometers away. We were lucky enough to see Quetzals on our hike. Advice: Use a guide to help you spot some of the birds and other wildlife.

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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35 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

This was simply the best place we stayed in Costa Rica. I’m tempted to give this place a terrible review in the hope that it’ll be just as good the next time we visit & that too many people won’t know about it- but I can’t. This is simply the best place that we stayed on our two week trip... More

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Weymouth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Stayed at this hotel for two nights only whilst on a family holiday in CR. Great for birdwatching and walking. Clean rooms and good restaurant. We, the grandparents, hired a very good birding guide and the young grandchildren went on a horseback trek. The hotel had its own trails and humming bird feeders. The restaurant was of a good standard... More

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Egham, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

This hotel is in a stunning location. The rooms are single storey and in rows. They were clean but there was no TV nor fridge. There is free ice in a store near reception. On arrival we were given a map of the local walks and went on all of them. They are easy treks through woodland and, although we... More

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California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

We arrived at Cloud Forest Lodge and were very happy. Michael at the front desk was great. Our room was very roomy and nice. The grounds are very nice with lots of birds and walking paths. Felt at home. Sat on the deck of the main building and watched the sun go down while enjoying a drink. Had dinner in... More

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UK
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33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

We stayed here for 2 nights and, as previous reviewers have said, the rooms are basic but very environmentally friendly. Maybe even a bit too much! We only had 1 bedside light and my husband resorted to using his headtorch to read in bed. Energy efficient lightbulbs throughout. Breakfast was served and not a buffet, which was a pleasant change,... More

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Easton
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

Nice basic room--no frills, but everything that you need. Good food--but again, we didn't try anything fancy--but not cheap. Lovely grounds and a fantastic night hike in the jungle with Eric. My kids will never forget seeing tarantulas come out of their holes and seeing puma scat, as well as bright yellow tree frogs. Wonderful staff--Thanks Gustavo and karen!! It... More

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Also Known As:
Monteverde Cloud Forest Hotel Monteverde
Monteverde Cloud Forest Hotel
Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge Costa Rica - Santa Elena
Address: PO Box 531-1000 | northern Tilaran Mountain Range, Santa Elena 232-5150, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Monteverde > Santa Elena
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Free Parking Restaurant Wheelchair access
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Ranked #14 of 23 Specialty lodging in Santa Elena
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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