Santa Elena

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Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
300 Mtrs Southwest From SuperCompro, Supermarket, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"This was my favourite stay in Costa Rica! Both my friend and I can’t stop taking about our time in Monte Verde. Thank you for a wonderful stay and great breakfast each morning!"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

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Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge

4 out of 5
Monteverde, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is €280 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
€280
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (449 reviews)
"beautifully situated in Santa Elena. Entrance is in a busy area but the property is tucked into a dreamy rainforest with trails and beautiful outdoor features. Simple, elegant, meticulously maintained. Everyone was so gracious and welcoming! We LOVED our stay!"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Monteverde Lodge
Ficus Sunset Suites

Ficus Sunset Suites

4 out of 5
200 mts north east from Banco Popular, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is €235 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
€235
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (347 reviews)
"Everyone was incredible and very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Cabañas del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

3 out of 5
3,5 km sur del Polideportivo, Peñas Blancas, Arenal
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
"This property made me feel like i was immeresed in Nature. Very convenient location.We stayed during rainy season. The tin roof did not disappoint."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Cabañas del Lago
Villas Jawara

Villas Jawara

4.5 out of 5
Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"It’s a breathtaking beauty and pictures don’t do it justice. It’s the perfect stay for family or a romantic getaway. This is our second time and won’t be our last! Santiago makes check in and communication very easy. Don’t think twice and place the booking before it gets booked"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Villas Jawara
Suwa Villa Arenal

Suwa Villa Arenal

3.5 out of 5
Avenue 335 street 468, La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
Great!
"Hotel is in great location but not easy to find according to our sat nav which took us couple streets down. Parking is right in front. Room was really nice and well equipped. Hotel staff were friendly, nice and helpful when booking activities. I would recommend this place. Good parking right in ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Popular places to visit

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities such as hiking in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde

Explore the lovely green spaces of Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde

Monteverde Butterfly Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and also enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.

Monteverde Butterfly Gardens

Curi-Cancha Reserve

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Curi-Cancha Reserve, a lovely green space in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.

Curi-Cancha Reserve

Monteverde Orchid Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Monteverde Orchid Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

Monteverde Orchid Garden

The Bat Jungle

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at The Bat Jungle during your travels in Monteverde. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints or seek out its hiking trails.

The Bat Jungle

Things to do

Night Tour in Monteverde

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, Sloths & Jungle Experience

€32
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, Sloths & Jungle Experience
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

€30
per adult
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

€26
per adult
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour
Monteverde: TreeTram Cableway and Cloud Forest Hiking Trail

Monteverde: TreeTram Cableway and Cloud Forest Hiking Trail

€51
per adult
Monteverde: TreeTram Cableway and Cloud Forest Hiking Trail
Cloud Forest hanging bridges tour with a local tour guide

Monteverde: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Tour

€24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monteverde: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Tour
Night Adventures in Monteverde

Night Adventures in Monteverde

€30
per adult
Night Adventures in Monteverde
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