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El Establo Mountain Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas
Suite | Terrace/patio
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Diagonal to Escuela Rafael Arguedas, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 549-2050

What's nearby

  • Bat Jungle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laggus Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬12 min walk

About this property

El Establo Mountain Hotel

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Located close to Bat Jungle and Friends Meeting House, El Establo Mountain Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a body wrap, or a massage at Green Leaf Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours and hiking/biking. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 155 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like safes.
Other amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 11,500 for adults and CRC 11,500 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Laggus
  • Las Riendas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 10:00 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
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CRC 11500 for adults and CRC 11500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 110000 per vehicle (one way)

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

El Establo
El Establo Hotel
El Establo Mountain
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El Establo Mountain Hotel Monteverde
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Establo Mountain Hotel
Hotel El Establo
Hotel Establo
Establo Mountain Montever
El Establo Mountain
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El Establo Mountain Hotel Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Does El Establo Mountain Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:30 PM.

Is El Establo Mountain Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Establo Mountain Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Establo Mountain Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Establo Mountain Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Establo Mountain Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 110000 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Establo Mountain Hotel located?

This family-friendly Monteverde hotel is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bat Jungle and Friends Meeting House. Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Lake Arenal are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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El Establo Mountain Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Fair
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Loved my stay Breakfast is great The sunset was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Spacious rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

wonderful view of the forest and excellent staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The property is situated in a stunning locale and they take advantage of that to delight guests
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Nice property with great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We had a wonderful stay at the hotel! Beautiful landscapes and scenery! Wonderful staff and services! Wished to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Beautiful view. Top notch staff. Safe, clean, and luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Great stay, other than some founa spending the night in the room with us (little mouse), under the mini- refrigerator, all was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This property is a great place to stay but it definitely needs an upgrade. It's like stepping back into the late 70s and 80s. The views were amazing and the activities they have on the property are great but do costs, and as much as you wanna belive that all Central America is cheap, Costa Rica is not. So be ready to shell out the cash for extra curricular activities as if you were back in the US.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The place is beautiful, right in the mountain of monte verde. The service was good as well and the restaurant in place is really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Lovely property with great views of mountains & ocean. We saw lots of wildlife, esp at the mirador away from other guests. Dining was overpriced & they tried to cheat us too, but luckily i spotted it. so be on guard. $25 trail is not worth it, in our opinion. Staff were very friendly & helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

This property is set on a mountain and gives a very nice nature feel. Check in was very nice. Lunch, including vege options was very good. Breakfast was also very good. On the hand room had very dim lights, very limited furniture. One lamp was not working and required two calls to get it replaced. Only one soap - for hand was or shower. No body wash or lotion. Only shampoo; no conditioner.For breakfast you have to drive down for over a mile depending on your room location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

It was amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

Property was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10

booked an ocean view room expecting, well… a view of the ocean. What I got was a major letdown. There is absolutely no way you can see the ocean from these rooms – it's way too far. It honestly felt like a scam. If I had known, I would’ve just saved the money and gone with a standard room. They really shouldn’t be advertising these as “ocean view” unless you’re actually seeing the ocean. The hotel itself is massive, overall beautiful! Another issue was the lighting in the room. There was barely any natural or artificial light, which made the room super dark, especially in the mornings when trying to get ready. Not ideal at all. On the brighter side, breakfast was really good and the staff were very friendly. But check-in took forever.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

It had beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

El Establo is in great location with it own private hiking trails at an addition cost. Great views from the rooms. Access to you room building is via their shuttle buses so at times there can be upto 20 minutes. The roads going upto the buildings is very steep .Great workout if you are in good shape. Buildings have two floor with no elevators which can be difficult if you are traveling with elderly family as we were. Make sure you let hotel know prior to arrival you need ground floors. Bathrooms are dated but in good condition, and there is heating or AC in the hotel.Very basic toiletries are provided. No iron on property let alone the rooms. Breakfast is not the best if you are a vegan or vegetarain and buffet items are not labeled. We had a family medical emergency in the middle of the night and the one staff member on duty was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing lodge experience. Very rustic but amazing time enjoying nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

The room we booked showed a beautiful view and a balcony and the room we were given was a ground floor with no view and no balcony. The hotel has no A/C and travelers should be aware. We could hear the other rooms talking. The staff offered no luggage assistance although they knew the room required we carry the luggage down several flights of stairs, The reception staff stated that we should have emailed them and requested a better view and balcony. I would not return to the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

This is our 2nd year staying here. We truly love the property, zip line, hikes, pool and comfort for our family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Beautiful property with extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024