Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Hotels
8.8 (720 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
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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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 720 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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Samuel • couple • gb
6
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Pim • family_with_children • cw
9
Prachtig gelegen, kind vriendelijk hotel in Monteverde
Pros:

Goed gelegen, vriendelijk personeel, goed ontbijt, moderne en grote kamer. Stabiel en goed internet. Tours door het eigen natuurgebied. Hebben speelgoed voor de kinderen en een prachtig grasveld waarop je spelletjes kan spelen en kan ravotten.

Cons:

Niet overal verduisterende gordijnen waardoor je vroeg wakker bent.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Aurelie • solo_traveller • cn
10
Pros:

Great People, great project, amazing view, nice with kids... we loved our stay!

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Peggy • couple • de
9
Schönes großes Gelände ideal für Familien
Pros:

Eine sehr schöne Anlage in der wir sogar eine Nachtwanderung machen konnten. Sehr gutes Essen im Restaurant. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für unsere Aktivitäten.

Cons:

In unserem Zimmer roch es nicht so gut.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Marco Garita Mondragón • solo_traveller • cr
10
Senderos fantásticos
Pros:

Me encantaron los senderos, mi favorito fue el que tiene vista al Valle Tabacón.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • extended_group • pe
5
Aceptable estancia, pero sin atención a una urgencia
Pros:

Sofia nos atendió en el restaurante y es una chica muy amable y servicial

Cons:

Un alacrán que estaba en las sánbanas, le picó a mi esposa y cuando fuimos a recpeción para saber como actuar, nadie sabía qué hacer y solo se limitaban a decir que era el primer caso que tenía, ofrciendo limpiar la habitación, pero en la noche apareció un segundo alacrán más grande que logramos evitar, pero de recepción administración NINGUNA opinión o disculpa.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • family_with_children • jp
10
Pros:

The room was very nice with a balcony. The restaurant had an amazing sunset view. The hiking trails were really nice and the hammock area on the trails was very relaxing. Very convenient location in Monteverde and close to a lot of nearby restaturants. (Visited the Treehouse restaraunt in Monteverde- check it out).

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Fiona McP • couple • ca
9
Quiet, Comfortable, Relaxed Vibe
Pros:

We stayed four nights in the new annex (just opened this year) and loved the view, decor, and comfortable beds. It was peaceful and quiet—exactly what we wanted. Housekeeping staff were visible but unobtrusive, and the chickens reminded us we were on a farm!
Breakfast was included on a 2-day rotation. The fresh yogurt with farm honey was delicious, and both room and restaurant coffee were excellent and replenished daily. The wood-fired pizza was unbelievably good. We enjoyed every meal we ate there. The restaurant staff were delightful, service-oriented, and remembered our preferences after two days.
We met lovely tourists with the same relaxed vibe and enjoyed sunset Happy Hour nightly. We ate dinner there three of four nights, because it was so good and so convenient! Highlights included a jungle walk on premises where we saw leaf-cutter ants, an easy drive to Monteverde Cloud Forest Park (spotted a quetzal, tarantula, and howler monkeys), and the neighbouring Butterfly Garden with beautiful Blue Morphos.

Cons:

It's a 9/10—not perfect due to occasional sewage smell from the pond near the annex (see photo). We caught occasional whiffs on the balcony in our room, second-nearest the pond. Not overpowering or unbearable, but noticeable for those accustomed to odourless environments (suburbanites, perhaps?). Bar service during happy hour was sometimes slow, but we weren't in a hurry and still received the discount price even if drinks arrived late.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Christine M • couple • us
9
Valle Escondido hotel and farm - a treasure!
Pros:

I loved everything about this hotel, including the unpretentiousness of a higher rated hotel. The use of permaculture in their farm to table was visibly evident and the educational component unique and well done. I am excited to build this practice on my own 6 acres.

Cons:

Not much to not like! Sometimes the staff was exceptionally friendly but some staff fell a little flat but that is not a reason to not stay here!

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • us
9
Great hotel with a lovely nature reserve
Pros:

The property is lovely, so many animals around - the kids loved spotting the coatis and lizards as we walked to and from our room! The nature reserve is great to explore and we did the night hike through the hotel as well which was amazing. Loved the bar and the happy hour! It was great to be able to sit and enjoy the sunset with a happy hour drink while the kids played on the bikes and scooters the hotel has available.

Cons:

Breakfast was probably one of the weakest we had in the whole of our stay in Costa Rica. I constantly had to ask plates as they seemed never to be available at the buffet and the choices were very limited. Surprising as we had dinner in the hotel one night and the offerings were excellent.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Edith • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Sehr geräumiges, schönes Zimmer mit Super Aussicht. Tiere überall auf der Anlage. Frühstücksbuffet. Freundliches Personal.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • ch
9
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Otto • extended_group • cr
10
Muy lindo
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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CRB • couple • au
8
Beautiful location but staff attitude did not match.
Pros:

The location is beautiful with wonderful views over the valley. We also loved the short nature walks on the property where we saw monkeys and other wildlife. The room was comfortable and well set out.

Cons:

We don't understand why the staff on reception were so unfriendly. The restaurant onsite was convenient but we were told there were no bookings available between 7 to 8pm. We turned up at 7.45 and the place was near empty. Food was expensive and the pasta dish was very small.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Anuradha • couple • us
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Lídia • couple • br
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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MIA • extended_group • ca
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Jacek • extended_group • ch
9
Toll
Pros:

Lage

Cons:

Frühstück, dusche im zimmer

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Cathell • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Perfect location! Wonderful staff.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Thilo • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee