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Casa Alquimia Artes

2.5 star property
Peaceful surroundings create the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure at this retreat where guests can enjoy garden serenity or explore the area

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Casa Alquimia Artes offers a genuinely tranquil getaway with its peaceful garden setting. Travelers appreciate the welcoming terrace for quiet moments, while practical amenities like laundry facilities and luggage storage make the stay hassle-free.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
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About this property

Casa Alquimia Artes

  • Guest house near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
  • At Casa Alquimia Artes, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • Tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
  • Private gardens, portable fans and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fees vary based on the length of stay.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 5.00 per stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Alquimia Artes pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Casa Alquimia Artes?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Alquimia Artes?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Alquimia Artes?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 10 (subject to availability).

Does Casa Alquimia Artes provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Casa Alquimia Artes located?

Situated in Monteverde, this guesthouse is steps from Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. The Bat Jungle and Curi-Cancha Reserve are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Tarcisio and his partner are so lovely, and the space is full of light and warmth. We chose the cheapest option of rooms. The walls were thin and our room was small, but our stay was comfortable, and the garden was full of life!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hosts were so nice and the coffee and breakfast were delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Guylaine

Liked: Staff & service
This was far from restaurants and transportation. It is more like a hostel with small rooms. Interesting building though but located on a side and dark road . Owners are very nice and friendly Wifi was good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable place to stay in Monteverde! Easy to grab a bus to the cloud forest or walk to the a couple of coffee shops/restaurants. There's also a waterfall across the street that you can swim in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sukhdeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice host and good location. Too many bugs everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nagat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is charming, tucked away in the mountains. Individualized rooms in home. The owner is very helpful with activities, sights to see and places to eat. March was perfect month to visit, the weather felt amazing. Definitely will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nagat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect end to our time in Costa Rica. Driving from Monteverde. The place is tucked up in the hills with views and beautiful scenery woke up in nice sunrise. We were greeted by the host and felt at home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Snigdha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very nice and accommodating and was the best part of the stay. A few things could have made it better such as some lighting near the area as it’s difficult to find the place if you are checking in at night and it’s dark. The area around is very green and is around 12 minutes walk to downtown. He also helped and guided us very well with booking the nearby attractions. The room was okay with wood work, but slightly small. Overall a good stay with a hostel feel.
Verified

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our Host Tarsicio and his partner were extremely kind people. We liked the common dining area and shared kitchen all of which were kept very clean. It is an up hill walk to Santa Elena but we really liked the closely restaurants. It was a short walk to Curi cancha park which was awesome. A taxi to Monte Verde costs $7 US. Both parks were truly amazing. Tarsicio also hooked us up with a fantastic bird guide. To improve - screens on the windows so we could leave them open without insects coming in.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Disliked: Staff & service
Most disappointing experience ever period.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eva

Disliked: Amenities
Bastante deterioro
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I proprietari sono due persone splendide, Tarcisio e sua moglie sono sempre disponibili, attenti ed accoglienti. La struttura è semplice ma deliziosa. Mi sono trovata molto bene
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

DANA KARINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anfitriones ideales

La casa tiene todo lo que necesitas y se encuentra muy bien ubicada, pero lo mejor fueron los consejos del señor Tarsicio, y su amabilidad para responder cada duda que teniamos, he incluso nos ayudo con algunas reservas.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bev

Basic but well located

This was the strangest place we've stayed in our travels around Costa Rica. It's very cheap but the rooms appear unfinished. However the owners are very nice and organised trips for us. It's called a B&B but they don't provide breakfast and they don't clean the rooms. We even struggled to get a pillow for one of the beds as there wasn't one provided. That said, it's really well located for the Monteverde Institute, the Cloud Forest, the amazing Stella's Cafe and the sunset benches. If you just need somewhere to lay your head while you explore then this is just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
quaint guesthouse tucked away in the mountainside
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Eduardo

Buena elección,

Muy buenas y cualquier problemática se resolvía al momento.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very interesting and unique place, very spacious and minimalist, yet comfortable. The owners are lovely, helpful and friendly. I would return. Location is closer to the cloud forest and a few restaurants, not close to town, which worked well for me. I walked to the cloud forest but I enjoy walking. It was @2-3 miles uphill.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms in a separate house. Very friendly owner Maria was pleasant and helpful. She was always working in the garden and even gave me a hat to wear horseback riding. There’s also a beautiful piano to play in the house. Great location to access the Monteverde parks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place with a great host!

Tarsicio was a wonderful host. He greeted me when I arrived and immediately helped me book some exceptional tours. I am very grateful for his recommendations, because they made my trip to Monte Verde very special. The building is very unique and full of art. There’s a garden outside, and I saw a motmot bird through the window! The location is outside all the noise of Santa Elena and close to a small organic grocery store, as well as cafés and restaurants. It’s also much closer to the Monte Verde cloud Forest than hotels in Santa Elena. The driveway to the parking lot was a little challenging, like the roads in Monteverde; I was glad to have a high clearance vehicle. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely family run Guesthouse surround by beautiful plants and trees. A short walk to coffee, bakery, restaurants, a small organic market and of course hiking trails. A 20min pleasant walk to town. Very helpful in explaining different experiences you may be interested in and organising shuttles/taxi etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great budget stay IN the Monteverde Cloud Forest!

I had a wonderful stay at the Casa. Delicious and plentiful breakfast. My own room. The hosts are the sweetest people ever. The best part is the proximity to the Monteverdi reserve. This home is well outside the little town of Santa Elena and is located up in the cloud forest. I was able to catch the local bus up to Montverde Reserva for 700 colones. Just flag it down. No need for tour. There are a couple of restaurants, a bakery and an art centre very close by. Walk to the Quaker run dairy for cheese and ice cream or walk to the ‘other Reserva’ of Curicancha which is also an excellent cloud forest park. Anyhow, Casa Alquimia is a good place to stay and I have no hesitation in recommending it to other budget travelers. There seems to be several long term renters there which is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay for Budget

The family is amazing and so gracious. Unless you order a room with a bathroom attached you do have to share, which can get a little crowded and you may have to wait a bit. Breakfasts were timely with varied fruit, coffee or tea, eggs (cooked how you prefer), toast, and fresh mango preserves. If you are looking for a budget friendly, unique experience I recommend staying at Casa Alquimia.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cheap B&B, friendly staff, more a hut than a roome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nick

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our thoughts

We thought the couple who had the place were lovely. However, to be honest, the place was a bit of a dump. Not the cleanest, lots of unfashioned projects, and some distance to the main town. Still, for 1 or 2 nights, it was OK
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very special place. The owners are both artists and make an incredible breakfast. They will help plan any day trips you need as well. I felt very cared for as a single woman Traveler.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018