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Cloud Forest Lodge

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Nestled near the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Cloud Forest Lodge offers a rejuvenating retreat. Enjoy local cuisine at breakfast, unwind on the tranquil garden and terrace or connect with free WiFi; plus laundry facilities, a bar and Endemica restaurant for all meals. The helpful staff has left guests in awe.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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About the neighborhood

Located in Monteverde, Cloud Forest Lodge is in the city center and in the mountains. Butterfly Conservatory is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Lake Arenal. Friends Meeting House and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Monteverde travel guide
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1 km al este del Banco de Costa Rica, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Orchid species in Monteverde at 1400 meters.
    Monteverde Orchid Garden
    5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Female purple-throated mountain hummingbird resting on a perch in Monteverde, Costa Rica
    Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
    6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ranario
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mundo de los Insectos
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Bat Jungle
    7 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tree House Restaurante & Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Restaurante Sabor Tico
    13 min walk
  • Bon Appetit!
    8 min walk
  • Restaurante Don Luis
    12 min walk
  • The Open Kitchen
    12 min walk

About this property

Cloud Forest Lodge

Luxury lodge remodeled in 2022 and located near Friends Meeting House
Located close to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Cloud Forest Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site Fusion cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Endemica, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Enjoy onsite activities like ziplining and ecotours. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and wedding services
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cloud Forest Lodge boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Decks/patios, free extra beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Endemica

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 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
  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Free rollaway/extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 10 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed mandatory additional fee covers the Monteverde Lodge & Gardens Conservation Support Fee that subsidizes local conservation and community efforts.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 385 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cloud Forest
Cloud Forest Lodge
Cloud Forest Lodge Monteverde
Cloud Forest Monteverde
Cloud Lodge
Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Monteverde Cloud Forest Lodge Costa Rica - Santa Elena
Monteverde Cloud Forest Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is Cloud Forest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cloud Forest Lodge?

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 Cloud Forest Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Cloud Forest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–7:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 385 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cloud Forest Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Monteverde, this luxury lodge is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Friends Meeting House and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Lake Arenal is 26.6 mi (42.9 km) away.

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

Cloud Forest Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 149 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with an amazing restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location. Excellent facilities and the service was top not
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, great rooms, restaurant and staff. Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best properties we have stayed. Beautiful facilities, excellent restaurant and great staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with animals right on site. Location of property is ideal for closeness to attractions but still peaceful and quiet property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana-Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Staff is efficient and friendly. We had a great view into the cloud forest. Wish I could have stayed longer but definitely on the list if I rebook.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was so nice and big and with such a nice view of the forest. Our stay was so peaceful and the staff were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with a fabulous restaurant and lounge area. Slightly disappointed with the view from the room, all we could see was the roof of the next lodge. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

En

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms with wildlife right outside our balcony. Clean property with modern decor. We really enjoyed eating at the restaurant. The food was delicious and we always had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and the restaurant was excellent both in terms of the food and the service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Definitely lodge style resort. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was helpful. Restaurant staff was accommodating to dietary needs, personable, and informative! Rooms were large and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is wonderful. The food was great and the lodge is well maintained and clean. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was wonderful! From the special cupcakes and note for my mom's birthday that were in our room on our arrival, to the fresh, delicious, made-to-order breakfasts, wonderful service, and thoughtful touches such as umbrellas, ponchos, and rubber boots available for use. It was raining and cloudy the week we were there but cleared up on our last day and we were able to enjoy the amazing views and the walking trails on the property. We ate dinner at the restaurant one night and the server noted my mom was standing near the fire to keep warm while we were waiting for our table and arranged to have our dinner served in front of the fire which my mom loved. The location was also very close to town and convenient. Will definitely stay here again if we return to Monteverde.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zohreh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with family. We enjoyed our stay. Staff very nice and friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A paradise in the heart of the rainforest with the highest standards of service by every member of the staff. Having the best zipping service across the front desk, and the property trails are a natural wonder.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room including the bathroom was very spacious and clean. Rooms had a good variety of coffee/tea plus bathroom amenities (lotion, shampoo, etc.). Breakfasts were filling and balanced but were lacking in animal protein. Overall the hotel and trails were very enjoyable. The only downsides: location (a bit further from town center) and restaurant was quite pricey (not sure if the food was worth the cost).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property right next to hiking trails and immediately adjacent to Canopy tours. The views from the restaurant are spectacular and the service is exceptional
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

Outstanding in every way.

The staff are all so attentive. I wish i could remember everyone's name to give them a shoutout. The meals we had were outstanding. Nothing but good things about this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, beautiful, clean rooms. lovely helpful staff and a wonderful onsite restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were simple but spacious and very clean and comfortable beds and linens. Cute little patio. Included breakfast was gourmet and excellent. The dinner options were a little expensive and not many options for the kids but was gourmet and great for foodies. The restaurant itself had a fireplace which looked great but made the lodge quite smoky and our clothes and hair smelled quite strong afterwards. The trails were very nice. It’s off the beaten path so after dark around 5:30 there’s not much to do but rest or taxi to the nearest town. Very challenging roads.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the restaurant! Rooms are simple but large and clean. Staff was also very helpful in booking activities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotted a coati outside our room and hummingbirds at breakfast were beautiful Lovely restaurant and dinner and breakfast were excellent with lots of choice Some lovely walking trails around the hotel Loved the village of Elena had some cute high end shops and a fantastic coffee shop and great gift shops Visited sloth sanctuary which was fantastic to see sloths close up
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing!! Could not do enough for you. The room was very nice and clean, the views from the property were beautiful. We did not know there was a little town not far til the day we left, that was disappointing. The road to the lodge was unpaved and unlit, it was good the dining room and menu had good variety cuz after dark we weren’t driving anywhere. I wish they had had a hot tub and spa, would have been a nice option.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place with fabulous food and bird watching. The staff is very friendly bith at the reception and the restaurant. I love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025