Hotel de Montana Monteverde

Perched in the mountains of Monteverde in Santa Elena, this mountain hotel sits minutes from the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and the Monteverde Butterfly Gardens. The town center is within easy walking distance, and the property lists Juan Santamaría (SJO) as the preferred airport.

Forty-two cozy guestrooms keep things simple and comfortable with private bathrooms, hair dryers, in-room safes, desks and free local calls. Public spaces include a terrace, garden and a library, and the hotel offers a massage room, spa tub and sauna for post-hike recovery. Expect a relaxed mountain-lodge vibe and cloud-forest mornings outside your window.

Complimentary wireless internet, free self-parking and a 24-hour front desk make arrivals and stays easy. Wellness perks include a massage room, spa tub and sauna; there’s also a tour desk to book canopy rides, reserves and local excursions. Services run from babysitting and laundry to an on-site ATM and concierge.

A business center is available, plus conference space and a meeting room for events. Airport shuttle service is offered on request (surcharge).

An on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with local Costa Rican flavors on the menu; a complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning. You’ll also find a coffee shop/café, a bar/lounge and limited room service.