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Hotel Don Taco

3.0 star property
Guests unwind on the rooftop terrace with stunning panoramic views before stepping out to explore the wealth of nearby attractions from this ideally situated hotel

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Hotel Don Taco sits in a lively neighborhood offering a complete experience: full breakfast, airport shuttle, and WiFi. The peaceful garden is a retreat, and laundry facilities add convenience. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Cabin | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Balcony | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Triple Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony

Superior Room, Balcony | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
300 mts north from Banco Nacional, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Jardín de Orquídeas - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ranario - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wildlife Refuge Monteverde - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bon Appetit! - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Don Taco

Hotel near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Take advantage of free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a rooftop terrace at Hotel Don Taco. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Don Taco offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators and daily housekeeping

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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 area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 165 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

Don Taco Monteverde
Hotel Don Taco
Hotel Don Taco Monteverde
Hotel Don Taco Hotel
Hotel Don Taco Monteverde
Hotel Don Taco Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Don Taco 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 Hotel Don Taco?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Don Taco?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Don Taco provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 165 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Don Taco located?

Situated in Monteverde, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jardín de Orquídeas and Monteverde Orchid Garden. Mundo de los Insectos and Ficus La Raiz are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Don Taco Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 386 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although this hotel is a lower price point than hotels I had stayed at in Costa Rica in the past the service and facilities were excellent. However, the star of the hotel is Paco the resident doggy. Very friendly an greeted us when we returned from every outing. Also, contact the hotel in advance and they will arrange airport transportation and tours and excursions. Our favorites were horse back riding and the night anima tour.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel located about 10 mins walk from Santa Elena. Room lovely and spacious with our swing as an added extra! Staff really great and breakfasts were lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, close to town and wonderful breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc-Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price. We were highly satisfied by our 4 persons cabin, it had great view, a small balcony and good privacy. The breakfast was fantastic with 4 options cooked to order. Parking was not an issue. Would definetly go back to Don Taco if I retirn to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi

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

The best!

This was one of our favorite hotels! We tried to stay an additional night but it was fully booked. The view was spectacular. Breakfast was delicious. It was close to the center of town but far enough away that it felt private. The staff was incredibly helpful, the room was clean, and the shower was nice and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near to downtown and nice views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location with pretty views. Staff were very helpful with organizing things to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Seetal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good spot, good places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was much better than I expected. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was included each morning. It was raining one night and we didn't want to walk down town so we went to the restaurant. The food was really good and the bar was also great and accommodating. The entire experience exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Candace

Very cute place in a great location! Short walk to town center and the staff were so helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vandini Parag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and excellent recommendations and service to organize your bookings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night. Good for the price including the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

McEachern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Graciela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Very nice place

Very good hotel in Monteverde. A little bit noisy at night (close to a main road)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to dining options, walkable to the town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Very friendly staff. It is only a 4 minute walk to town has a great breakfast and dinner with nice sunset. Also has a little lounge with happy hour.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, there is a good restaurant directly in the hotel, it's also possible to book tour right at reception. WiFi was a bit unstable though.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff at the breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great breakfast. Rooms need to be upgraded.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great relationship quality-price. Don Taco is very well located, near the downtown but in a quieter area. The room was not big but the bathroom was comfortable. The breakfast was well served and the staff very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in a perfect location for area attractions. Walkable to town for meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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