Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

4.0 star property
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December 2024
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Children's play area - outdoor
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Yoga
Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
100 meters south of the Monteverde, Butterfly Garden, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
    1 min walk
  • Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre
    1 min walk
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden
    19 min walk
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    253 min drive

Room options

Standard

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Family

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Room (Access by stairs, High Balcony, only children 10+)

  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Double

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, Garden View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Monteverde

Located in Monteverde, Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm is in a regional park, a 1-minute drive from Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and 9 minutes from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. .This lodge is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Lake Arenal and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre.

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm offers 20 accommodations with ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. This Monteverde lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Treat yourself with massages and facials. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Satisfy your appetite at Farm to Table Escondido, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM.
Farm to Table Escondido - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free secured self-parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Farm to Table Escondido

Things to do

  • Bike parking
  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Private picnics
  • Spa services
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking spaces
  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - Swedish

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Books
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Local meal delivery service

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Monteverde Inn Costa Rica
Valle Escondido Hotel Preserve Farm
Monteverde Inn Valle Escondido Preserve
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Lodge
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Monteverde
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Lodge Monteverde

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 335 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Atul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 2 nights at the Valle Escondido reserve. The good: beautiful property, serene, great views, focus on sustainability, 5-10 minutes drive to several restaurants. The property has its own hiking trail which includes the forest as well as a free self-guided permaculture tour. For dinner, we had the wood fire pizza which was great. The room was basic, but comfortable. The not-so-good: the staff is polite but not friendly or warm. Also, the free breakfast is just ok - it surprised us given all the positive breakfast reviews. Not only did they have a limited menu selection, but the portions were small and there was barely any fresh fruit. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I will stay here again
This was the perfect relaxing stay for our family in monteverde. We loved the trail system, the hammock garden, the views, and the food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita Y

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and the food was so delicious! The reserve is beautiful and a perfect place to see birds and mammals. Very relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Venkata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Nice place. Nice people. The trails around the property are interesting and easy to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and in a perfect location for nature lovers.Staff was lovely and courteous.There is nothing negative to say about it. You will love it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique place with all the option available Private hike to amazing water fall. Lots animals to see amazing views. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Yine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We have modified our reservation on Orbitz from two nights to one night several weeks prior to arrival; however when we arrived the hotel had us booked for two nights. It took a while for them to investigate and ultimately they charge us for one night as if it is a favor. Staff is cold and not very friendly. Breakfast that was included in the hotel price was below average with very limit options. Hotel room itself was large and clean, bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret-Mary, Glendale

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm. The rooms in the hotel are spacious and had great amenities. The walks around the farm and surrounding area were beautiful. The staff and food were great. I also recommend the guided night tour.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice garden for our toddler to walk around and play with toys they provided. Staff very friendly and always ready to help , btw they gave us a free upgrade. The rooms were clean and comfortable , could use a better soundproof for the walls jus as a suggestion. The trails were amazing, but some signs need to be fixed. Overall the experience was truly amazing , we enjoyed our stay , will definitely be back and recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the restaurant and the surounding areas. It’s nice if you want to get some light hiking in while other members of your family relax. We saw lots of wildlife. It’s in the forest so you will get bugs in your room if you take food to your room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

BRINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
property view was really nice on the mountain but feels very expensive as this was very basic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nanci, Doral

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dieta

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooms were very clean, airy, well-decorated, and well-appointed (table and chairs, fridge, lots of hooks and shelving in bathroom). I liked the nice cool concrete floors that didn't get dirty and slippery like the tile floors we found in other hotels. We also loved exploring the trails on the hotel grounds, seeing the wildlife (we saw our first armadillo there), and the breakfast was really delicious. The location was also nice and quiet and isolated, but an easy drive to town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice friendly helpful staff. Breakfast was delicious. Their food is grown on their premises. There is a very large impressive forest with waterfalls on their grounds for hiking. Mold in the bathroom. Which seems to be common in CR. But the good news is that since there isn’t AC at this hotel the mold didn’t go into the bedroom. We kept the windows open. Easy parking lot. Beautiful open outdoor grass garden area with seats to watch the view from above and see birds and sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Planning our next visit!
We absolutely loved this hotel. Great location with amazing views and fresh food. We were able to set up a yoga class overlooking the ocean and a night hike where we saw all kinds of amazing animals. The staff were very helpful and the hiking trails were well maintained and full of points of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024