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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.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $333
$397 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 km al este del Banco de Costa Rica, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Ficus La Raiz - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ranario - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wildlife Refuge Monteverde - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Bat Jungle - 7 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 146 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 156 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bon Appetit! - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Laggus - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Cloud Forest Lodge

When you stay at Cloud Forest Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Friends Meeting House. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Endemica, which serves Fusion cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious lodge also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free secured onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Ziplining

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2022
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 32
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Deck or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Endemica - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
The listed mandatory additional fee covers the Monteverde Lodge & Gardens Conservation Support Fee that subsidizes local conservation and community efforts.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 385 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

Policies

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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

Does Cloud Forest Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cloud Forest Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Cloud Forest Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cloud Forest Lodge?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Cloud Forest Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 385 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cloud Forest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Cloud Forest Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as ziplining. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Cloud Forest Lodge also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Cloud Forest Lodge?

Yes, Endemica offers Fusion cuisine and garden views.

Does Cloud Forest Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Cloud Forest Lodge like?

Cloud Forest Lodge is in the heart of Monteverde, a short 17-minute walk from Monteverde Orchid Garden and 14 minutes' walk from Ficus La Raiz.

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Reviews

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9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, gourmet, and delicious with many options to choose from. (10 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was spacious and the restaurant was excellent both in terms of the food and the service.
Bjorn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is truly a magical place. The staff is fantastic, the room is very modern and comfortable and the restaurant is one of the best we went to during our trip to Costa Rica. We ate breakfast while watching monkeys climb nearby trees and humming birds at the feeders. Highly recommended
Ken, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Definitely lodge style resort. Breakfast was amazing.
Kenny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was helpful. Restaurant staff was accommodating to dietary needs, personable, and informative! Rooms were large and clean!
Lorryn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Have nothing but wonderful things to say about this place! The grounds are incredible. They are filled with beautiful flowers and three different hiking trails. The room was excellent—very spacious, beautiful views of the forest, and we were able to see animals right outside our window. The restaurant on premise was wonderful for all meals. The staff went out of their way to help. Our flight got cancelled, and they reached out proactively and were able to book us a different driver from the airport to hotel. All tours can be booked on site. Truly wonderful experience!
Mona, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Monteverde is Heaven on Earth. The Cloud Forest Lodge is the perfect place to enjoy it. Clean, spacious and relaxing rooms. Fabulous restaurant with Incredible views. The property is beautifully maintained. Probably the biggest asset are the staff. The front desk staff provided a wonderful welcome and then continued to help with advice and bookings throughout our stay. They were thoroughly professional and always very yfriendly. The restaurant staff are fabulous. Great attention to detail and humour, all while working a very busy restaurant. Costa Ricans are friendly, but the staff at Cloud Forest are on another level entirely. Bravo!
Jon, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is wonderful. The food was great and the lodge is well maintained and clean. We loved it!
Tara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay with family. We enjoyed our stay. Staff very nice and friendly and helpful.
zohreh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Claudia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kristina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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).
Andre, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, beautiful, clean rooms. lovely helpful staff and a wonderful onsite restaurant!
Brianna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
Alice, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved the restaurant! Rooms are simple but large and clean. Staff was also very helpful in booking activities!
Kate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The grounds, service, room and restaurant were absolutely perfect!
Christie, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place with fabulous food and bird watching. The staff is very friendly bith at the reception and the restaurant. I love this place
Ronan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
Faye, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a birding trip, and the birds are fantastic both on the extensive property and in the local area. Rooms were large and comfortable and the staff were all fantastic.
David, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful lodge, food great. Did wish for hot tub or pool.
Lisa, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
carlos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the grounds.
Alan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Anna, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was wonderful. Saw so many animals.
Holly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay. An amazing location in the heart of the Rainforest. Great food in the restaurant, very friendly staff and a real bonus that the original zip line tour is onsite.
Andrew, 3-night trip