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A modern building with a large sign reading "koora". - Koora Hotel by Sandglass (Monteverde)
A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of greenery outside, and hanging wicker lamps providing warm lighting. - Koora Hotel by Sandglass (Monteverde)
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows overlooking a scenic view, and modern lighting fixtures. - Koora Hotel by Sandglass (Monteverde)
A spacious outdoor bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights. - Koora Hotel by Sandglass (Monteverde)
A modern loft with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a living space with a large plant. - Koora Hotel by Sandglass (Monteverde)
Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Luxury hotel in the mountains

Free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Koora Hotel by Sandglass. The on-site Fusion cuisine family restaurant, Aguti, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Room

Grand Vista Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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A modern loft with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a living space with a large plant.

Vista Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of trees through the windows.

Cloud Forest Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, yellow chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of greenery outside.

Forest Junior Bungalow Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Forest Junior Bungalow

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of trees.

Forest King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Forest Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, and a mounted TV.

Forest Signature Suite with Plunge Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Grand Forest Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Monteverde, Koora Hotel by Sandglass is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Arenal Volcano National Park and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. The Bat Jungle and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and ziplining. Visit our Monteverde travel guide
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Cerro Plano, 300m Noreste del BCR, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • A butterfly on a pink flower with a blurred blue background.
    Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A cluster of white orchids with pink and yellow centers, surrounded by green foliage.
    Monteverde Orchid Garden
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Bat Jungle
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Centro Comercial Monteverde
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tree House Restaurante & Cafe
    17 min walk
  • The Open Kitchen
    16 min walk
  • Choco Café
    12 min walk
  • El Sapo Bar & Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Zuccaro Coffee Shop
    16 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aguti

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 185 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 185 (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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Koora Hotel by Sandglass pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Koora Hotel by Sandglass provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 185 per vehicle applies.

Where is Koora Hotel by Sandglass located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre, The Bat Jungle, and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens. Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and Centro Comercial Monteverde are also within 15 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Koora Hotel by Sandglass Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 362 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 362 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 362 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 362 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 362 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The property was very clean and beautiful. We felt safe there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love this hotel!! It is probably the best boutique hotel in Monteverde.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place, staff is very nice. Lots to do on the property, excursions were easy to book via the front desk. The rooms were outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The accommodations were perfect! The bed was super comfy and we had our private bungalow! The food was exceptional as was the staff. Strongly recommend to stay here again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast and staff including Jason were amazing! Tours arranged with hotel were also excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location and excellent service throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place in a beautiful location. Great breakfast and the team was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great staff, nice place. Views from room could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, serene, and peaceful location with clean and spacious rooms. Friendly and responsive staff. Daily breakfast was fantastic! Only downside was a bit of a musty smell in our room but that is to be expected in such humid environment. Overall, magical stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property is built so beautifully within the vegetation and trees. We received two rooms apartment (like two entire flats one on top of the other, with 2 bathrooms, which was very convenient with two teenagers) - which was very fine furnished, cosy, clean, and maintained. From our balconies we could watch the birds and so many cute Caoties. Breakfast was delicious, as well as lunch and dinner that we have decided to have in the hotel. Chef is excellent!! Very nice and welcoming staff. We really enjoyed staying at the hotel. Very recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible access to nature from our room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, very nice and helpful arranging our tours.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was amazing, Fresh juice, pressed coffee, wonderful food and amazing views. Felt pampered while we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was absolutely perfect! The service and amenities were superb. You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property was so unique! We had a monkey walk right passed us on the other side of the glass while we were at dinner! The room was very comfortable and clean, though it was a bit of a walk to get to it. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very accommodating. The food was delicious. It's a very peaceful place to stay. I really like Monteverde. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved the room and the view! The restaurant was wonderful - delicious food and friendly service.
Sunset from the dining room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendliest and most helpful staff at Koora. The grounds and views are stunningly beautiful. I love the nature trail and wildlife refuge were so easily accessible. Wonderful stay. Highly recommend!
Our room
Bar area
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a fabulous property, rooms are well appointed and clean with great views. The grounds are incredible, we saw more wildlife around the grounds of the property than at the national park. Highly recommend the restaurant, the views and the food are great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was faultless and the staff throughout the hotel were so helpful and made our stay a joy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room Staff polite Excellent activities arranged by Concierge Great food
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Amazing location and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were spotless, spacious, bathrooms clean Towels were replaced every day Staff were super nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to monteverde park. Would be nice if there is shuttle to town as cab was expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Koora hotel was fantastic! The rooms were great, the food was delicious, and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. It was amazing to witness agutis, coatis and monkeys in the hotel area. The pools were nice and warm, and a lot of fun for the kids. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone travelling to Monteverde!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026