Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Hotels
8.8 (690 reviews)
100 meters south of the Monteverde Butterfly Garden. , Monteverde Costa Rica , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful surroundings
Friendly staff
Great food
Cons:
Rough access road
Expensive
Facilities not fully functional

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Many reviews mentioned clean rooms but some expressed issues with facilities affecting comfort.
Service
9.3
Consistently praised for friendly and accommodating staff in multiple reviews.
Location
8.8
Location is ideal and appreciated, though access to the hotel is described as rough.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms are generally comfortable and well-cleaned, though some specific issues were noted.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities such as trails and landscapes were well-received, adding to the experience.
Value for Money
8.3
Some reviews felt the hotel was a bit expensive for the quality, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Highly rated for food quality, locally sourced ingredients, and overall dining experience.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall sentiment is positive with many great experiences, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:35

Property Description

Nature Reserve Setting
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm is nestled inside a private nature preserve, offering guests free trail access, stunning waterfalls, and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The property's on-site farm-to-table café provides a unique dining experience, while the optional night tour adds an extra touch of adventure to your stay.

Cozy Accommodations
The hotel provides bright and comfortable accommodations surrounded by attractive grounds. Guests can enjoy free WiFi access during their stay, ensuring they stay connected and entertained throughout.

Local Experiences
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the surrounding forest and trails, perfect for hiking and exploring nature. The 24-hour reception staff are always ready to help arrange local activities and excursions, including trips to the famous Monteverde Cloud Forest just a short 15-minute drive away.

Experience the magic of Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm - book your stay now for an unforgettable nature retreat!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 690 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Lisa • family_with_children • ca
6
Food and location was good bedrooms need AC
Pros:

The food was fantastic! The night walk was fun and hiking trails on site were great!

Cons:

NO AC or TV in the rooms. Our ceiling fan would only go at maximum speed it sounded like a helicopter we didn’t sleep well for our stay it was very hot or very breezy and loud. The shower had no enclosure making the whole bathroom wet and extremely slippery.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Maud • family_with_children • us
9
Un super hotel à ne pas manquer à Monteverde
Pros:

Mention spéciale à Gilbert à l’accueil qui nous a aidé pour tout et qui est d’une grande gentillesse.
Petit hotel trop sympa avec une jolie petite rando et un trop bon resto. Les pizzas sont à tomber. La vue imprenable. Les chambres assez spacieuses.
La permaculture et le fait de manger les produits du jardin

Cons:

Un petit jacuzzi ou une petite piscine apres une bonne journée d’activités aurait ete un vrai plus. Tout le reste est genial

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Gracie • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Valle Escondido offers wonderful views of Monteverde and the cloud forest. The rooms are very comfortable and a good size. The trails behind the hotel are really fun to explore and we enjoyed the happy hour at the bar each evening.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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cdmt • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

J'ai beaucoup apprécié le lieu et l'environnement. Je leur suis reconnaissante de m'avoir trouvé un très bon guide afin de voir des Quetzal.

Cons:

Personnel pas toujours très souriant c'est dommage car c'est une marque de fabrique dans ce pays

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Sofie Lindgaard • family_with_children • dk
9
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Lukas • family_with_children • ch
9
Schöner und erholsame Unterkunft.
Pros:

Eigenes Reservat mit schönen Trails.

Cons:

Ein Fenster im Badezimmer wäre super.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Javier • solo_traveller • co
9
A great place in a great location
Pros:

The fact that it’s within a natural reserve, is a differentiated attribute.

Cons:

The shower is one of those with a “half door” tempered glass setup, therefore there’s no door seal. Water inevitably trickles out and floods part of the bathroom during shower.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Faye • family_with_children • gb
10
I loved it
Pros:

Concept and sustainability

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Rus • family_with_children • gb
8
Great for kids and families, close to nature and wildlife
Pros:

Very family friendly, lots of children and families. Surrounded by nature and animals. Breakfast was good, the restaurant in general was decent. The rooms vary in quality. Some are a very good standard.

Cons:

It’s a 20min walk from town, which was very quiet, not much going on - maybe 10mins to the closest supermarket. By the older rooms there was sometimes a smell of the toilets that was pretty bad.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Utpal • family_with_children • us
8
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Yael • family_with_children • us
9
Beautiful Stay with Stunning Views and Fresh Food
Pros:

The property is beautiful with a relaxed, farm-style feel that isn’t overly fancy. The beds were very comfortable, and the views were absolutely stunning. The room is spacious, and both the common areas and the restaurant are beautifully designed. The grass area is very fun for the kids. Overall, the setting and atmosphere made for a wonderful stay.

Another highlight is that they grow their own herbs and vegetables, so everything feels fresh and thoughtfully prepared. I really appreciated the healthy menu options, and the chicken soup was absolutely amazing.

Cons:

Breakfast offers a very simple but sufficient selection. The issue was that it wasn’t well managed, and items were not set out or refilled on time throughout the entire time we were there.

Dinner at restaurant was only ok, the chicken soup was amazing!

Another issue was that our smoke alarm went off three times during the night. It wouldn’t stop, and there was no one at the front desk to assist. We were told we could go to the security guard, but walking outside in the dark in pajamas didn’t feel like a reasonable solution. They should also have a reliable way to communicate with guests during the night.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Cathelijne • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Marta • family_with_children • es
8
Ubicación y las vistas muy buenas.
Pros:

La ubicación y las vistas.

Cons:

Las habitaciones son un poco antiguas .

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Abhijit • family_with_children • us
8
Amazing stay
Pros:

Beautiful location and surroundings

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Patrizia • couple • de
8
Entspannend, sauber & wunderschöner aus
Pros:

Sehr sauber, ordentlich und unwahrscheinlich freundliches Personal. Essen und Zimmer unschlagbar, Preis für Costa Rica nur relativ hoch, aber man bekommt auch Leistung dafür.

Cons:

Leider sind wir genau in die US Ferien hier hin geraten. Da sich eine Eltern Kind Gruppe mit cirka 30-40 Kindler hier eingebucht hatte, war es leider immer laut. Auch im Wald in dem man Tiere beobachten kann normalerweise, war leider wenig zu sehen da die Kinder schreiend durch den Wald gelaufen sind, sehr schade. Kann das Hotel natürlich nichts für und für alle mit Kind in Costa Rica ist dies natürlich ein sehr positiver Punkt. Als zwei Paare im Urlaub war dies irritierend aber natürlich hat es nicht die Stimmung zerstört, da das Hotel wunderbar ist.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Johannes • couple • de
8
Sehr, sehr schöne Lage in gutem Hotel
Pros:

Lage direkt am Wald, extrem schöne Aussicht bis zum Pazifik . Abendessen auf der Terrasse mit tollem Sonnenuntergang. Frühstück als Buffet mit warmen und kalten Speisen. Alles draußen, daher warme Sachen mitbringen. Nachtwanderung war okay.

Cons:

Hatten ein sehr schönes Zimmer mit Ausblick vom Balkon vor dem Zimmer. Tür klemmte etwas.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • ca
10
Lovely eco friendly nature retreat!
Pros:

Incredible setting! Nature trails onsite with spectacular views. Loved the farm to table garden and all the eco friendly features.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Célia • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Shinya • family_with_children • cl
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Raimon • family_with_children • es
8
Un racó preciós de Monteverde.
Pros:

L’harmonia i l’estil eco.

Cons:

Esmorzar justet.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee