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El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

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Daily local cuisine breakfast (USD 7 per person)
Lunch and dinner served, Italian cuisine
Lunch and dinner served, Italian cuisine
Garden
Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge, surrounded by nature, with a garden, restaurant, and bar. The eco-lodge offers in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and breakfast with local cuisine options.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Monteverde, El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge 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. The Bat Jungle and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ziplining.
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Map
Route 602, First Right after Tramonti, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 169 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laggus - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taty's Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge

Lodge near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Consider a stay at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge have comforts such as separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Separate sitting areas 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 at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • TRAMONTI

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel El Bosque Monteverde
Hotel El Bosque
El Bosque Monteverde
El Bosque Trails & Eco
El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Lodge
El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Monteverde
El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Lodge Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 180 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within a 5-minute walk of The Bat Jungle and Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre. Curi-Cancha Reserve and Friends Meeting House are also within 10 minutes.

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El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 119 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Esko

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

"Hospitality on a level you'll seldom find"

Exceptionally service-minded and helpful couple running the motel/hotel. Safe and clean spot, surrounded by rainforest. Arrival by own car recommended.

6/10 Okay

Dallas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs new pillows and mattresses

The staff, breakfast, and location were great, and the nearby capuchin monkeys and wildlife were delightful. But… a hotel has one main job to do: provide a comfortable bed and pillow for a good night’s rest. Our three-night stay wasn’t great. Bed and pillows didn’t cut it. We liked the help with getting transportation and an excursion to the Cloud Forest Reserve, but we were always dreading the night’s sleep. If you’re going to drive all the way to Monteverde, stay somewhere more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge was initially hard to find as it is called El Bosque Hotel not Eco Lodge on signage out front. The staff were friendly and welcoming and they use WhatsApp to communicate which was helpful. We are a family of 4, 2 kids, 2 adults so we had a large room with 4 beds which was nice but there was no place to store any of our belongings— one desk and 2 small night stands only, a shelf or dresser would be helpful. The included breakfast was good. My only complaint about it is that it is from 630-830 and we slept until 8 a couple days (we are on vacation and from an earlier time zone) and then missed it. We did do a hike from the property which was nice and saw monkeys outside our room— super cool! Overall a nice stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unpleasant experience

The room was very moist without any air conditioning. All the beddings feel wet. Especially at night it was so cold and uncomfortable. At checkout the owner took my credit card, write down the info instead of just charge it directly. I thought it was strange. So the charge came after I left the place and i noticed i was charged extra! I had to try to get a hold of the owner to correct the amount. Though it was corrected this was unnecessary stress for my trip. Would not recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

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

One night

Joshua did our check in and a big thank to him. He organized everything for us in a short time so that we were able to do all the activities we wanted in one afternoon. Really really much appreciated. A part from the lovely welcome, the hotel is simple but really nice and clean. It really feels like being a ranch and we appreciated our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Belle e spaziose cabine di legno con doccia calda e wifi dove si può avere molta privacy. L'hotel ha una sua rete di sentieri che partono dietro alle cabinr, ma la mappa fornita alla reception non sempre corrisponde.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Cathryn

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

Nice place outside of town

The property is really nice but there is no reception area so the check in is at the restaurant and took a long time. The bed I slept in in the family room was not very comfortable but it worked.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place great people excellent food. Second time visiting the place definitely coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

María Eugenia

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

Excelente atención

Las medidas de Min de Salud aplicadas constantemente, la atención, la comida, las habitaciones, las recomendaciones, el tour nocturno excelente. Muy contentos con la experiencia lo recomendamos.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

yvan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, good breakfast and clean room. Staff even asked if there was anything they could do to improve the lodge and experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lea Ann L., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting

The property is gorgeous and filled with flowers, birds and other wildlife. Short walk to waterfall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location in old monteverde. reasonable rates. friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Immerso nel bosco. Da qui partono i tour nella giungla di notte. Staff super cordiale. Bungalow molto carini dall'esterno, essenziali all'interno. Colazione più che discreta con frutta, uova, gallo pinto, toast. Buon rapporto qualità prezzo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ralph, Fort Lauderdale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in the middle of the rain forest, super friendly staff, hotel was clean and in walking distance to shops, restaurants and coffee shops. All and all great place at a great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location for 2 major reasons: 1. On a preserve with multiple hiking trails that lead to a creek. We saw monkeys, birds, agounti, etc just by walking out our door! 2. The restaurant Tramonti associated with property is the best food we had in Costa Rica. We went there 2 nights in a row!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Rustic Hotel in MonteVerde. Clean and cheap. Had the night tour with Liz, she was a blast, highly recommend, best thing we did in MonteVerde!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Prisvärt budgethotell i ett skönt naturområde

Hotellet ligger i ett fint naturområde, bara 10 minuter med bil till Cloud Forest nationalpark. Rummen är spartanskt inredda. Frukosten är enkel, men god. Mycket hjälpsam personal. Det var dock ganska svårt att hitta dit. Det som drog ner betyget var att det var väldigt kallt på rummet på nätterna och att trycket i duschen var dåligt.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rémi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

ShirBet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Place was great. No A/C but was very cool outside in evening. Bathroom could use a remodel but it was clean! Would recommend for family room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is in a great location. The rooms are clean and authentic except for the spiders but they are part of the experience. The showers have no water pressure and are not always warm. The staff is wonderful. It’s a very peaceful place to stay. The breakfast is traditional and delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

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