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Hotel Don Taco

3.0 star property
Hotel in Monteverde with free breakfast and area shuttle service

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Superior Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Triple Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free full breakfast
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

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

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

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

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
  • 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

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Superior Room, Balcony | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
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

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 10 min drive - 3.3 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
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬9 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, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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

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 at Hotel Don Taco?

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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Hotel Don Taco Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 380 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vandini Parag

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

2/10 Terrible

Graciela

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

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

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

Marvin

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

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel to stay in. Qualified and friendly staff always willing to help
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don Taco is a nice hotel property close to Santa Elena and Monteverde. Comfortable and clean with a nice staff .

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Option to include breakfast, 4 choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were excellent , very friendly and helpful . Not many facilities though .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Karthik

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The diner was outside
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ed

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

great hotel, even better hostesses

The rooms were small but quite sufficient, cost was very reasonable, and the beds were comfortable. There was a good hot prepared breakfast with choice of 3-4 options and fresh juice. The receptionists Wanda and Zadieka were absolutely fabulous and incredibly helpful - do not let these young ladies leave your establishment, they are so hospitable, intelligent, knowledgable of the area and out-of-this-world helpful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good views of the Lake Nicaragua. Two friendly and adorable dogs. Free breakfast is convenient. Variety of options for dinner within the Inn. Walk 5 minutes to the city center for downtown dining restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property in a central location. Breakfast was great and the receptionist was lovely and friendly and showed us a great map of the area. The rooms are basic, no shampoo so make sure you bring some. Pillows are paper thin and the bed wasn’t the comfiest. No air con so it got quite hot on our family room for 5. We enjoyed our stay but glad it was only for 1 night. Comfort wise. The hotel is very close to the town and walking to it is easy although no real pavements. Walking back is not so easy as it’s all uphill so no good for anyone with walking difficulties or wheelchair users.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff so very helpful and kind.

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very very basic place. Paper thin walls so you could hear everything from other rooms/outside. Restaurant on site was good, but very pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this place, the room had a swing, it was very clean and had a great view of mountains. Also the staff were great, very kind and polite. If I ever come back to Monteverde I will definitely stay there again. Thank you for being so welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Don Taco with my two daughters for 3 nights and we really loved the vibe of the place. The layout is great with a lovely inner courtyard, a wonderful breakfast area and a nice, large balcony with rocking chairs where you can sit and enjoy the beautiful view. The staff was very friendly, helpful and made our stay at Don Taco a memorable one. If we ever come back to Monteverde, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again Gracias!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute rooms Our three bed room was like a small wooden cabin View of city walkable Restaurant is very good and manager very welcoming Pizza for dinner to go Two pizzas were around $35, fed the whole family and we enjoyed it very much There is a soda walkable which was also very good - family owned soda nice people There’s a small community room with books, good places to play board games at the hotel Parking is tight but we were able to park our big suv there each night Walked down to city-12 minute walk so very convenient If you’re looking to be close to city thus is an affordable option- clean , no frills
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. They booked shuttles for us. Breakfast good. The only complaint is the beds were hard
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman at reception when we checked in was delighful and insightful. She was a very knowledgeable person to dispense important information.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all wonderful and helped us so much to get a longer reservation, arrange our events and transportation, and the place is lovely especially on the Mar Inn side. There is some road noise from the back street (motorcycles, dogs) on the upper level of don Taco but the cabins at Don Taco were great as was the room at Mar Inn (the connecting hotel next door, same owner) The staff could not have been better. We hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Chelesty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for two nights. Our overall experience was good. The room had a nice view with a balcony. The bed and pillows were not very comfortable. The breakfast was okay but there were not a lot of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying in a superior room, great private cabin with deck . Loved it. Slept great. The hotel & staff were wonderful. Big shout out to Tom , who was such a help to me & secured a shuttle for my trip back to San Jose. The property was lovely, & enjoyed the breakfast both days & the bar upstairs for cocktails. Would definitely return. Walked into town both days & had lunch & did a tour one day. Excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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