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Rancho Humo Estancia

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Rancho Humo Estancia, high in the mountains, offers an upscale getaway for adventurous travelers. Enjoy local flavors at breakfast before exploring garden paths or hiking and biking trails. Laundry facilities and on-site ecotours are available for nature enthusiasts.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Río Tempisque, Nicoya, Puerto Humo, San Antonio, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Nicoya Colonial Church - 38 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Recaredo Briceno Park - 38 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Alyeika - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar las conchitas - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Rancho Humo Estancia

Upscale hotel in the mountains
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden at Rancho Humo Estancia. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours and hiking/biking at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, Rancho Humo Estancia, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Rancho Humo Estancia include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Rancho Humo Estancia

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please contact the property at least 1 week ahead of time to make arrangements for check-in.

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

Property is also known as

Rancho Humo Estancia Hotel Puerto Humo
Rancho Humo Estancia Hotel San Antonio
Rancho Humo Estancia Puerto Humo
Rancho Humo Estancia
Hotel Rancho Humo Estancia Costa Rica/Nicoya
Rancho Humo Estancia San Antonio
Rancho Humo Estancia Antonio
Rancho Humo Estancia Hotel
Rancho Humo Estancia San Antonio
Rancho Humo Estancia Hotel San Antonio

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho Humo Estancia have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Rancho Humo Estancia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rancho Humo Estancia?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho Humo Estancia?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rancho Humo Estancia?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Rancho Humo Estancia located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Samara Trails and within 20 mi (32 km) of Barra Honda National Park and Nicoya Colonial Church. Iglesia de San Blas and Recaredo Briceno Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Rancho Humo Estancia Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

At one with nature.

Friendly staff, good food and great views from.our room in a quite secluded area of Tempisque. Basking iguanas in the trees and birds singing all around.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What a beautiful place and surroundings! Kenneth is a wonderful host and guide. He was attentive to our every need and a joy to talk to. We are hoping to come back soon and spend more time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book here if you want to see Palo Verde National Park. They also have tours on their own property and the river. Make sure to understand the schedule for the tours to be able to take advantage of them. The hotel is a luxurious outpost, off the beaten path.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is off the beaten path, but we saw many unusual birds and we were treated like royalty. Large room with a sweeping view. Kenneth, our “guide” gets an A for customer service, and is a pretty good naturalist as well. Food was very good and reasonably priced as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

Loved staying here

Rancho Humo was perfect for us: comfortable and peaceful accommodations on the grounds of a working ranch with a nature preserve, so I experienced Costa Rica without feeling like a tourist...even if of course we did take tours, with Kenneth pointing out birds, monkeys, crocodiles, green iguanas (Ticos probably think I'm funny to be excited about iguanas), and even a very cute couple of Pacific screech owls peeping down at us from a tree right outside the front door which I would not have noticed on my own. I was born in Maryland but I never saw a Baltimore oriole before I was here! The staff were very welcoming, Ticos are lovely people.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

calgary canada

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

Very secluded for time away from the hustle.

Great staff. Is a 1100 acre ranch with free tours of birds and crocodiles. Riding tour to town and around ranch. If you are looking for a beach and noise then head elsewhere. This is pure ranch land and seclusion. Great for complete relaxation! Best to know some Spanish as they speak very little english but you will get by

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

Service is amazing

We spent two nights here and at first I was disappointed because I thought we would have easy access to Palo Verde National Park. This is not the case but Kenneth quickly eased my mind and set us up with a boat tour and bird watching. He was amazing and made our stay memorable. I am so happy we stayed here and it’s all because of the service we received. Highly recommend if you want to spend time in a small village ( less than 200 people) and receive unparalleled attention. The food was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not be discouraged by the road to Rancho Humo, what lies at the end turned out to be a real gem. This property is nestled up against the central wetlands of Nicoya peninsula on the shore of the Tempisque river and is a definitive location for birdwatchers from all over. My wife and I are not birdwatchers but booked this based on its remote location and its high marks from other reviews. We also booked in offseason so fortunately for us we were the only guests and the staff was so great to make us feel welcome and taken care of all week. Be sure to let Kenneth make you feel welcome and attend to whatever your needs are and listen to his vast knowledge about the property and it’s animal inhabitants while on the safari tour. Also, Chef Kenya is an absolute magician in the kitchen so don’t miss her daily culinary offerings. Will absolutely return one day, maybe not during the rainy season though… 😁
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamil O

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely wonderful and friendly and the food incredible. The surrounding area was full of wildlife, especially birds. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me.gusto mucho la tranquilidad
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonzo Frazier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice. Air conditioner workedwell. Bed was comfortable. Restaurant with pool view and nature view was soothing and romantic in the evening. It is very remote. and relaxing. We went there for birding photography. Found out best time for that is in December. No entertainment or tv. Boat ride on Tempisque River was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff delightful. Boat tour was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Good food. Nice pool area. Pool could use a little more cleaning of leaves, etc. but that didn’t stop us from enjoying it. Nice big rooms with high ceilings. A/C had to work hard to keep it cool. Fantastic river tour with our guide and constant companion, Santos. Would definately recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Wonderful!/

Wonderful experience. A really unique place. It was worth the drive on the bumpy roads. Kenneth was awesome! Great bird watching
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Boutique eco hotel with fantastic birding

This was a wonderful stay in a remarkable place. The room was very comfortable with a balcony with a fantastic view. The food was excellent and the staff were really kind. The highlight was the "safari" with Kenneth, around the property to see birds. One of the best birding experiences we've had. Palo Verde was closed, but this allowed us to see huge flocks of birds in the wetlands right next to Palo Verde. We then walked around several times, as well. The road there is challenging, and it's remote - you have to eat at the hotel, because there's nowhere else. But it was the highlight of our trip. Secluded, beautiful, comfortable, and great wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a treasure! The rooms are large and lovely, the views of the wetlands spectacular. The food is beautifully prepared. We enjoyed the pool as well. The hotel offers several tours; we chose the wetlands by horseback tour. It exceeded all expectations. We just wish we had more time there!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was super helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very hospitable. Off the beaten track

I wasn't totally sold on this place when I first showed up. The building was very nice, but the weather was super hot, the area was very dry and dusty, and the mosquitos were so intense I wasn't sure how we'd be able to do anything outside for the 2 days we'd be there. This was on a trip in March where we had no issues with mosquitos anywhere else we visited. But the longer we stayed, the more it grew on me and my family. The host, Kenneth, was very kind and helped us explore the area. On our first afternoon there, we saw a whole bunch of different birds within a couple hundred yards of the hotel door, including the most amazing little screech owls. The food in the restaurant was very good, but it was the only place available. We managed to get by for lunch just on food we had with us (there was a small refrigerator in the room) and then enjoyed dinner at the restaurant. The road into Rancho Humo was unpaved, but it was flat and easy to drive on, especially compared with other roads we drove in Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place for high-endish hotel.

Overall it was a good experience. Few things I wished I had known before I booked the place. Because it’s such a remote place there’s no other restaurants around that you’re stuck eating at the hotel. It’s gourmet food, very good but pricey, $30 per person do dinner, 25 for lunch. I should have asked ahead of time, so didn’t expect it to be that high. We had a beautiful room with balcony and wonderful view, watched birds passing by, starry nights so the room was worth the price. However, we didn’t have hot water the whole time,I really needed a hot shower one of the nights (we stayed 3nighs) after a long tiring day but shivered under a cool water. They never got around to fixing it. Also, no tv in the room which is strange, tv was one of the amenities. It’s a good location for going into the Palo Verde, hiring a boat to go across the river, totally worth the long hike, saw hundreds of birds in the lagoon area and other animals roaming the forest. Take lot of water. We would have hired a guide but didn’t work out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible property. Magical and romantic rooms. All people working at the hotel were very sweet and accommodating. The food served is delicious home cooked meals. The nature around is breathtaking. Would definitely come back to visit!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The attention to our personal satisfaction was impressive. The Manager greeted us at dinner and went out of his way to find us a boat tour on the nearby river the morning we left. The room was spectacular with a huge window which looked out onto a large wooden deck and an uninterrupted view of the expansive wetlands and low mountains in the distance. At night it was dead quiet while the sky was ablaze with stars. There's also an iguana who lives next to the parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique property. Need to spend a few days to experience the full offerings of the property and surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property, friendly and professional Staff, excellent room, best food we had in Costa Rica. And the birding tour with the Jeep was really fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rindum perfekt, das Personal hat sich super um uns gekümmert. Das Essen wsr lecker und die Touren in doe Wetlands und auf dem Fluss ließen uns viele Tiere sehen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Trop cher pour ce que nous avons eu. Notre chambre No 1 était trop près du système de son. Trop cher aussi pour les repas (30$US), pour ce que nous avons manger.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

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