Facilities

Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Arcade/game room
Library
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Mountain biking nearby
Meeting rooms
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Secluded and tranquil setting
Helpful staff
Great wildlife spotting
Cons:
Lodges are very dark
Floors are slippery

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
The room was very clean and well maintained.
Service
9.66
The staff at reception were very helpful.
Location
9.7
Very secluded and tranquil setting.
Room Quality
8.15
The lodges are very dark and floors are slippery.
Amenities
9.18
Nature trail was great.
Value for Money
9.14
Breakfast is freshly prepared and worth it.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Enjoyed the breakfast where you can choose an option from the menu.
Overall Experience
9.36
A lovely stay in this lodge.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:03

Property Description

Scenic Views and Convenient Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, an arcade/game room, and a picnic area.

Delicious Dining Options and Social Gatherings
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.

Comfortable Rooms and Nearby Attractions
Stay in one of the 18 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Distances are displayed to the nearest attractions like Mundo de los Insectos and Monteverde Orchid Garden.

Take in the beauty of Monteverde at Cala Lodge!

Important information:

  • One child 8 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 9.14
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Kim Seng partner
10
Pros:

In an area that is off the main road, very secluded and very tranquil setting

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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Natasha
8
Great wildlife spotting!
Pros:

A lovely stay in this lodge, which is in the heart of the Forest. The nature trail was great and we saw lots of wildlife in the trees and around the property - I have never seen so many hummingbirds! We enjoyed the breakfast where you can choose an option from the menu and it is freshly prepared. The staff at reception were very helpful and booked us taxis to go into Santa Elena in the evening (only about 5 - 10 min drive away) so that we could access the restaurants. The only negative I have is that the lodges are very dark and the floors are very slippery as they are polished wood. The room was very clean and well maintained.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
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Ruth family
10
Pros:

Staff is very helpful, resourceful and friendly. Clean rooms. Located in quiet area, close to the forest. Good sustainability ratings. Happy to bring my family here. Strongly recommend!

2025-07-06 via Nuitee
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Richard family_with_children
10
Pros:

The host was so kind! Our stay was way too short. Try to stay at least 2 nights, more would be better

2025-06-23 via Nuitee
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Jessica
10
Pros:

The Cala Lodge is so eco conscious, views are phenomenal , nature walk, birds…wow! Staff is extremely kind and breakfast was delicious. Recommendations were appreciated. Room so cute and comfy. A small coffee maker/hot water maker in room
would be amazing but only a suggestion. Was a wonderful experience and close to cloud forest!

2025-06-17 via Nuitee
M
Michael
10
Pros:

View and birds were astonding

2025-06-08 via Nuitee
S
Stephen family
10
Pros:

Amazing place to stay in Monteverde! Very comfortable rooms and our porch had a view into a wooded spot where several different birds greeted us everyday. The walking trail on the property is a great place to see additional birds. We saw motmots, trogons, and several different kinds of hummingbirds. The breakfast is also excellent and filling to start your day. They also offer complimentary coffee in the afternoon. Emmanuel was a great host and help us change a booking for us. I highly recommend Cala Lodge!

2025-05-28 via Nuitee
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Rosario family_with_children
10
Pros:

Immerse in the nature. beautifull

2025-05-16 via Nuitee
T
Tara
10
Cala Lodge
Pros:

Beautiful grounds, delicious breakfast and spacious, clean rooms. Perfect stay for a family of 4!

2025-04-30 via Nuitee
P
Pranavsinh family
10
Pros:

Lovely property and good stuff.

2025-04-26 via Nuitee
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LUCIO
8
Pros:

Nice place conveniently located with natural surroundings, where you can observe a variety of birds.

2025-04-03 via Nuitee
K
kaushal
10
Pros:

In heart of cloud forest!

2025-03-28 via Nuitee
T
Tim
10
Pros:

Beautiful house. Would be superb with curtains covering the livingroom from passerby.

2025-03-24 via Nuitee
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Linda family
10
Pros:

Francisco, Karien, Ava and the res of the staff were great!!! They assisted with all our day tours and transportation. Nice having laundry service available and a great breakfast every morning. My wife & I enjoyed the location (nice & quiet) away from the noise of downtown. Would certainly go back to this facility.

2025-03-17 via Nuitee
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Shawn partner
10
Pros:

Amazing property, great location, great service , amazing food . Pura vida

2025-03-01 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth partner
10
Pros:

It was perfect for what we needed. We would definitely stay here again.

2025-02-27 via Nuitee
J
James family
10
Pros:

Great staff. Good breakfast. Room a bit small. Needed a closet and more places to hang towels, clothes, etc. in the bathroom.

2025-02-21 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Our second home in the jungle. We’ll be back.
Pros:

We had a small family reunion and Cala Lodge was amazing. This was our daughters’ first time in Monteverde. They were treated like family and felt the warm Pura Vida welcome at all times.
There were exotic birds everywhere. The room was quaint and comfortable, set right on the jungle. There were self-guided traiks through the jungle with information on the various flora and fauna, including the massive strangling fig trees and gorgeous Motmot birds. The food was fresh and authentic and we watched birds and monkeys come right up to the tables while we ate.
We plan to come back next year to this little haven in the jungle.

2025-02-03 via Nuitee
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Venezia
10
Pros:

This was such a cute place to stay and one of my favorites of our 10 day trip. The breakfast is yummy and the view from the breakfast is so beautiful. While we were eating, a monkey came up to us along with some birds. You can also spend some time bird watching which was beautiful. The actual room is nice and spacious, great for a big group of people or even just for two like us. We had a kitchen and a cute balcony. The staff is very pleasant and gave great recoomendations. I would stay here again

2025-01-23 via Nuitee
J
Julia
10
Pros:

Wonderful relaxing experience

2025-01-19 via Nuitee