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Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

4.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Monteverde Butterfly Gardens

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Food and drink
Property grounds
Property grounds
Located close to Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. The on-site restaurant, Farm to Table Escondido, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Kitchen | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Family | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Local meal delivery service
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room (Access by stairs, High Balcony, only children 10+)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Double | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Monteverde, Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Arenal Volcano National Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Monteverde Butterfly Gardens. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, mountain climbing, and ziplining.
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100 meters south of the Monteverde, Butterfly Garden, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Thomas & Thiago - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taty's Bakery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Upscale lodge near Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
Located close to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. The on-site restaurant, Farm to Table Escondido, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and meeting rooms
  • Farming classes, a water dispenser, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Farm to Table Escondido

Things to do

  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1984
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Monteverde Inn Costa Rica
Valle Escondido Hotel Preserve Farm
Monteverde Inn Valle Escondido Preserve
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Lodge
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Monteverde
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Lodge Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is steps from Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

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Reviews

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 434 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and the staff were all incredibly nice. We saw more wildlife on the trails here than we did in the Monteverde Biological Reserve and the views were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in the nature. Great service. Only one restaurant but food is great and the price is reasonable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, friendly staff, great view and surrounded by nature. No elevator.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with a view. Lovely hotel. We enjoyed the meals and night tour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yohana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! Their breakfast was very delicious. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The view spectacular! Their on site restaurant was delicious just a little pricey. The staff was very helpful. Our only complaint was the many bugs that are able to come in the rooms and the fact that our garden view room had no AC. We were afraid to open the porch doors because of the many little creatures and there was no screen to keep them out. But it was beautiful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, extremely clean rooms, close to so many great spots around Monteverde
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dipenkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is excellent within nature. Nice trail within Property. Restaurant has good food options for vegetarian. View from room is breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, great restaurant on site, hiking, views, peace and quiet. Couldn't ask for more, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is AMAZING!! Their dedication to conservation is admirable and they are doing a great job. The property made it hard to leave as it had everything you need. There were hiking trails to waterfalls, great views, and opportunities to see wildlife. Additionally the room was spectacular and the onsite restaurant was one I will definitely come back for. The farm to table ingredients were amazing and healthy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasheen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, so many little nooks to discover. Close to cloud forest. Definitely one of the highlights of the vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view and restaurant only one night should have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruchita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good overall. Nice views and onsite dining options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

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

good night of sleep

great experience, last minute booking fron driving all day and the beds were really comfortable, food tasted good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is spectacular with the most amazing views! The on site restaurant serves local farm to table food that is delicious! The rooms are a little small and run down but we didn’t spend much time in them other than to sleep. Lots of beautiful trails to explore and the night hike is recommended! Overall a fantastic experience if you are good with a rustic room and a few bugs!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Beautiful hotel to unwind

Excellent breakfast, stunning views, nice service. Loved this hotel and would recommend it to unplug (no TVs) and enjoy all the beauty Costa Rica has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

alli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with room for the kids to run around while we enjoyed happy hour :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanuj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the property. So quiet and the happy hour in the evenign plus their scrumptious free breakfast is incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rauvy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds at Valle Escondido are beautiful. The food and service were excellent. Loved the farm to table concept and the eco-friendliness of hotel. Rooms are simple but clean and had everything we needed. Views and sunset from the restaurant/bar area were outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saroj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is gorgeous with a spectacular view of the mountains. The property has lots of scenic trails with lookout points. The staff is kind and everything is very clean. The hotel and restaurant are very eco-friendly, and fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs can be seen growing on the property using sustainable resources. Our family really enjoyed the night tour with our guide Eduardo, who was funny, making it all the more fun. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. The food was fresh and delicious, especially their red fruit pie!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is on top of mountain with stunning mountain and sunset view. Room is very clean. Onsite restaurant and hiking trails. Front desk is very helpful and friendly. Playground right in front of the property for kids to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely property with beautiful surroundings and kind and attentive staff. Excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

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

Forest walks

Beautiful property with many trails in their own private forest
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the quiet and location of this property. Next to the Butterfly garden.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilknarf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything and enjoyed our stay very much.

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