Vistaverde Lodge

Hotels
8.4 (130 reviews)
4 Kms Norte de Sky Walk , Monteverde Costa Rica , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning views
Friendly staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Rough access road
Missing basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Rooms are noted to be clean, but some mentions of dampness affect the perception.
Service
9.01
Staff described as friendly and helpful, often going out of their way to assist guests.
Location
9.05
The mountain location provides beautiful views but access is challenging.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms are spacious but can be cold and have old bedding.
Amenities
7.53
Missing amenities like a hair dryer and coffee maker noted; improvements needed.
Value for Money
8.39
Given the location and service, many feel it offers good value.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Breakfast and meals are highlighted positively in reviews.
Overall Experience
8.51
Generally positive sentiment despite some issues; many guests enjoyed their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-30 15:16

Property Description

Stunning Views and Rustic Charm

Scenic Beauty: Enjoy breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano and lake from every room.

Delicious Dining: Indulge in Creole-style dishes at our on-site restaurant, with breakfast service included.

Adventure Awaits: Embark on hiking trips to the Volcano Arenal Site, visit the Arenal Lake, take cooking classes, or simply unwind in nature.

Book your stay at Vista Verde Lodge now to experience the perfect blend of nature, comfort, and adventure in Monteverde, Costa Rica.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 130 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.51
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Maria del Carmen family_with_children es
8
Pros:

La ubicación en medio de la montaña con unas vistas impresionantes. La amabilidad de Eulogio y su familia, la comida (poca variedad pero deliciosa y abundante). Las habitaciones amplias.

Cons:

El acceso es un poco angosto ya que se trata de una pista sin asfaltar. Nuestra llegada coincidió de noche y con niebla, lo que hizo que la primera impresión nos asustara. Estás en medio d la selva, por lo que hay bichitos haciéndote compañía.
El agua caliente no va muy bien.

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Clément solo_traveller fr
8
Pros:

L'accueil et la gentillesse des propriétaires
Le lieu qui semble être au bout du monde
Le paysage quand la vue finit par se dégager (ce qui n'est pas garanti)

Cons:

Beaucoup d'humidité dans les chambres, la douche étant également assez froide nous avons eu globalement froid pendant les 2 nuits où nous y étions

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Anna family_with_children cr
9
Чудесный семейный отель
Pros:

Очень красивый вид и джунгли рядом, есть тропа к водопаду. Вкусная еда и чудесная семья владельцев.

Cons:

В комнатах было влажно, не хватает вытяжки или обогревателя. К утру конденсат был даже на стенах.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Anne-Sophie extended_group be
8
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Si le temps est dégagé, le logement offre une vue exceptionnelle sur le volcan et le lac.
Si le temps n’est pas dégagé, c’est l’humidité qui s’invite dans le logement. Le personnel est très gentil, accueillant et bienveillant. Bon petit déjeuner bien copieux.

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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veronique family_with_children be
7
Bon rapport qualité prix, personnel charmant mais vraiment trop humide
Pros:

Personnel très accueillant
Très bon repas du soir

Cons:

Hôtel très humide
Vu les nuages, pas de vue

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Marco couple cr
9
Rústico y cómodo.
Pros:

Inmerso en las montañas y la naturaleza.

Cons:

Detalles mínimos de mantenimiento rápidamente solucionados.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Danny couple cr
10
Great
Pros:

We loved the hotel is the middle of the forest .

Cons:

We loved every single detail of it.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Francisco couple cl
9
Hermosas vistas. Personal muy amable.
Pros:

Las vistas desde las habitaciones hacia el Bosque Nuboso son maravillosas. La atención, calidez, amabilidad de Eulogiuo y el los anfitriones es excelente. El Paisaje Maravilloso. El lugar hermoso.

Cons:

Como sugerencia se deberia instalar Aire Acondicionado o calefacción en los cuartos. Porque la humedad es demasiada y todo se humedece adentro. Mucha Humedad en los cuartos. Tengan en cuenta que si bien la distancia del centro es corta, el camino para acceder al Hotel es muy malo. Se necesita si o si una 4x4.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Rocio family_with_children cr
10
Pros:

Excelente trato, muy limpio , comida deliciosa, rodeado de naturaleza, cuenta con sus propios senderos

Cons:

Me encantó, sin duda volveremos

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Michaela couple de
8
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Pip couple gb
9
Amazing! Rural lodge with incredible views and nature.
Pros:

The Vistavista Lodge is absolutely incredible. We loved every minute of our two-night stay.

It’s completely off the beaten track but very much worth the slightly bumpy road to get there. The views across the lake to the volcano are simply breathtaking. Waking up to that panorama each morning was something special.

The staff are so warm and welcoming, and the food was delicious throughout our stay. There’s also a beautiful waterfall on the property, it’s a bit of a trek to reach, but absolutely worth the walk.

The lodge arranged a half-day bird and nature walk for us with a guide called David, who was excellent. If you can request him, do, he’s knowledgeable, passionate and made the experience even more memorable.

If you’re looking for somewhere peaceful, surrounded by extraordinary scenery and far from the tourist crowds, The Vistaverde Lodge is perfect. Oh, and don't forget to buy some of their coffee from the manager's farm. Fab!!! A taste of Costa Rica at home :)

Cons:

The room was a little cold but we had warm gear and once in bed, with the blankets, it was nice and snug. You are at 1700m here and with no wind protection, it can get chilly but don't let that put you off, just take trousers and a fleece. You'll need it in the Cloud Forest anyhow.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Marlena couple de
9
Very nice hosts, good breakfast, nice dog, large and tidy room and free tea in the evening because it was cold in the ro
Pros:

Very nice hosts, good breakfast, nice dog, large and tidy room and free tea in the evening because it was cold in the room 😊 sitting Next to the chimney was Great

Cons:

It was Cold on top of the Mountain but that‘s Not the owners fault 😃

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Greer couple us
8
Lovely Monteverde lodge off the beaten path
Pros:

Manager and his family and very helpful and responsive, the breakfasts are excellent, and the location is beautiful. Despite being off-grid, the lodge has pretty reliable wifi to communicate with the outside world. Staff did a great job connecting us with local guides and activities.

Cons:

Lodge is pretty far from town via a rough gravel road; best if you have your own transportation and are comfortable driving wet and challenging roads. Taxi fare is $20 each way (20-30 minutes) if you aren't able to hitch a ride with the manager's family or another guest.

Rooms are lovely and spacious but remember that this is a rural lodge in the cloud forest. There is no heating or cooling so it can get a bit chill at night and everything is damp always.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Latif solo_traveller ch
10
Coole leute coole location, sehr abenteuerliche anfahrt und es hat ein Wasserfällchen
Pros:

Super nettes personal seeehr hilfsbereit, tolle aussicht und (leider) nur kaltes wasser zum duschen habe mich allerdings schnell daran gewöhnt ist ja nicht so als wäre costa rica sehr kalt

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Vanessa couple de
4
Leider trotz der nahen Lage zu dem Nebelwald Santa Elena nicht zu empfehlen.
Pros:

Die Lage war für unseren geplanten Besuch in Santa Elena Nebelwald perfekt!

Cons:

Leider entsprach der Aufenthalt nicht unseren Erwartungen.
Die Zimmer waren spartanisch eingerichtet. Durch den Nebel und den vielen Regen waren die Zimmer eisig kalt. Eine Möglichkeit zu heizen gibt es leider nicht. Auch die Handtücher hatten keine Chance zu trocknen und waren nach einmal duschen nass und muffig.
Der Wind pfeift durch die Fenster herein, die ganze Nacht ist es dadurch höllisch laut gewesen.
Letztendlich waren wir auf Nässe und Kälte im Regenwald eingestellt. Das es in der Unterkunft dann aber keine Möglichkeit zum Aufwärmen gibt oder um gemütlich den Tag auszuklingen, war sehr enttäuschend und anstrengend. Einen Zimmerservice gab es auch nicht.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Claire couple ca
2
Pros:

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Cons:

Hôtel très vieux et très éloigné du centre, sans vue comme sur les photos puisqu’il pleut littéralement 90% du temps. Le seul moyen de sortir de l’hôtel pour aller dans le centre ville (30 min de voiture) est de prendre un taxi qui va vous facturer un tarif ridicule et hors de prix comme vous êtes touristes. L’hôtel propose la possibilité de manger sur place : et vous facture 10000 CRC pour une fajitas, c’est presque honteux. Vous avez l’impression de juste jeter votre argent par les fenêtres. Prenez un hôtel en plein centre qui coûte peut être plus cher, mais au moins vous n’aurez pas l’impression d’avoir littéralement perdu votre argent pour rien.

2026-01-18 via Nuitee
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Alessandro couple it
8
Pros:

Food, staff

Cons:

Location

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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P family_with_children us
10
2026-01-03 via Nuitee
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Anne extended_group us
10
Very happy with our stay here
Pros:

Vista Verde Lodge is on the top of a steep hill with an amazing view all the way down to Lake Arenal and beyond--that is, when the clouds allow. It is very close to the Selvatura Nature Park. The owner and staff are very friendly and the food is amazing. They have a hike down to a small waterfall on the property--steep hill, but pretty.

The rooms are comfortable and large, and the lodge is set up with tables for playing games or hanging out. It is *very* quiet there and you really feel like you are in a cloud forest.

Cons:

the showers are a little finicky--getting the mix of hot and cold water right can be difficult.

You are pretty far from Santa Elena, pretty far from anything, really, which we didn't mind. But you need transport or a vehicle to get to the sights/activities in the area.

2025-12-30 via Nuitee
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David family_with_children gb
8
Great little place and nice people
Pros:

Amazing views; lovely staff; great breakfast. Other reviews talk about the worst road ever… they clearly have not driven in Costa Rica! Their road is better than the road to Selvatura!

Cons:

It’s all fine and basic.

2025-12-28 via Nuitee