Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano

Hotels
8.9 (264 reviews)
700 mst norte del Liceo Canaan San Gerardo de Rivas , San Isidro , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Knowledgeable staff
Beautiful location
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleaning issues
Room maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Some comments noted issues with humidity and lack of maintenance in certain rooms.
Service
9.75
Staff received high praise for being knowledgeable and helpful.
Location
9.25
The hotel is ideally situated for hiking Cerro Chirripó and offers a beautiful natural setting.
Room Quality
7.75
Some rooms had issues with maintenance and comfort, particularly regarding bedding.
Amenities
8.95
Facilities like the pool and natural surroundings were appreciated, but some amenities needed improvement.
Value for Money
9.15
Most guests felt that the pricing was reasonable for the setting and services offered.
Food and Beverage
9.05
The food was described as excellent, enhancing the overall experience.
Overall Experience
9.15
Guests frequently expressed high satisfaction with their stay, despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 02:39

Property Description

Tropical Paradise Escape

Nestled in a lush tropical forest, Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano offers a serene retreat with an outdoor pool and a charming restaurant.

Rustic Elegance

Experience rustic elegance in our cozy rooms featuring mountain views, small fridges, and private bathrooms with linens and showers.

Amenities Galore

Indulge in the on-site bar, art gallery, and Doña Elsa restaurant. Explore extensive gardens, book tours at the tour desk, and enjoy convenient facilities like luggage storage and laundry services.

Unwind in nature's embrace at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano, just steps away from the entrance to Chirripo National Park. Book your stay now for an unforgettable tropical getaway.

Important information:

Please note that the Delux Bungalow is located 1640 feet from the main hotel property.

Please note that the Bungalow - Water front is located 1640 feet from the main hotel property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 8 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 9 years old to 17 years old stay for US$20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 264 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 9.15
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Elsa • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Superbe emplacement au calme et au bord de la rivière.

Cons:

Pas de wifi comme promis et problème de propreté. Le chalet n’avait pas été balayé correctement.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Yoselin • couple • cr
10
Pros:

Muy bonita, rodeada de naturaleza, comida deliciosa y servicio excelente.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Ana Flores • solo_traveller • cr
10
Un rincón acogedor en la montaña
Pros:

La tranquilidad y el silencio que se respira en este lugar tan acogedor

Cons:

Todo me gustó

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
9
Fabulous peaceful garden full of so many birds.
Pros:

The garden and pool are just lovely. We have never seen so many different types of birds in a hotel garden before. The location is really peaceful and quiet. The restaurant is really good too, but it doesn't open every night.

Cons:

This is a rural location, so I suppose some insects are to be expected. However, something unseen was constantly consuming the timbers in the ceiling and dropping sawdust down onto the bedsheets. The hotel should really fix this somehow.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Beautiful accommodation in a breathtaking place
Pros:

A beautiful place to stay with fantastic views. Pool and restaurant were both lovely. Breakfast was very good and staff very helpful throughout.

Cons:

We stayed in the.main hotel building (not the separate lodges) and the sound insulation wasn't brilliant - although after 10pm the place was very quiet.

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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routarde1 • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Nous avons adoré l'emplacement du petit chalet, le calme au milieu de la nature.
Les équipements étaient super( piscine, transats, poêle dans le chalet avec bois à disposition.
Excellent rapport qualité/ prix du restaurant attenant
Repos garanti dans ce cadre magnifique

Cons:

-

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

We kregen pech met de auto en ze hebben ons aan alle kanten geholpen. Super bedankt! Daarnaast is het hotel prachtig gelegen en is het verblijf fantastisch.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Jouserth • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

Atencion excelente

Cons:

Seria importante una television para entretenimiento, por lo demas increible el lugar

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • cr
10
Los isto a visitarlo las montañas o cerros q tienen de vista son fabulosos llega muchas aves al luga
Pros:

Las vistas del hotel increíble sin palabras 👌👌👌

Cons:

No tengo queja alguna muy bueno todo

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Diego Céspedes • couple • cr
9
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Mario • couple • de
7
Gut für Ausflüge in die Umgebung, sauber, gepflegt
Pros:

Die Lage ist gut, mit dem Mietwagen gut zu erreichen, als Ausgangspunkt für die Erkundung der Umgebung ideal, überdachter Swimmingpool

Cons:

Ein Kühlschrank im Zimmer wäre nicht schlecht.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Chantal • extended_group • ca
9
Beau séjour en pleine nature en montagne
Pros:

La vue sur les montagnes, la gentillesse du personnel. Bon restaurant.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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ALEXANDRA • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Super tolle Anlage, wunderschöner Pool, mega gutes Essen, Waschservice, tolles Personal, einfach runrum mega, eine glatte 10

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Francis • couple • cr
8
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Lara • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Wir waren leider nur eine Nacht im El Pelicano, man würde es hier aber durchaus länger aushalten können. Vom Personal haben wir Tipps bekommen wo man am schnellsten zum Rio Cherripo kommt und baden kann. Super Tipp. Als Ausgangslage in die umgebenen Nationalparks echt perfekt. Tolle Lage.
Wir hatten sogar ein eigenen Bungalow mit Kamin, den wir aber über 20 Grad nicht benötigten.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
10
Peaceful retreat
Pros:

We stayed in the Waterfront lodge and it was spectacular. Rustic, peaceful, wild. The fireflies came in at night and made a light show on the ceiling. The river was the only soundtrack. The furniture on the balcony was super comfortable too. We loved just sitting in the morning and watching the birds.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Jimmy • family_with_children • cr
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • us
10
A totally unique, beautiful place to explore a gorgeous area
Pros:

What an AMAZING PLACE! I’ve stayed in a lot of places in Costa Rica and this is top 3. Wonderful family run spot.

Cons:

Loved it all

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Clement • couple • fr
10
Si je devais retourner dans la région, je choisirai cet hotel sans réfléchir.
Pros:

Super établissement avec un personnel au top du top, souriant et aidant, les plats étaient bons et l’ambiance reposante. L’environnement est riche en couleurs et oiseaux, bien entretenu, et la piscine salvatrice après une journée de randonnée !

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee