Hotel Monte Real

Hotels
9 (1031 reviews)
100m Sur y 300m Este de Parque Central de la Fortuna , Fortuna , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (near center, easy access)
Beautiful grounds/frog garden and wildlife
Nice pool and outdoor areas
Generally clean and comfortable rooms
Good value for money / exceeded expectations
Parking available
Cons:
Breakfast often limited: small portions and few beverage/fruit options
Breakfast service sometimes unfriendly or inconsistent
Beds can be hard for some guests
Stairs/upper floors inconvenient for elderly
Occasional room issues (dark rooms, damaged AC, timing of cleaning)
Some guests noted specific missing breakfast items or low variety

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Generally praised as very clean in multiple reviews ('super limpio', 'room was clean'), with an isolated comment about a dirty floor and occasional timing issues with room cleaning.
Service
9
Staff frequently described as friendly and attentive ('personal muy atento', 'staff were friendly'), though a few comments mention a less warm reception and some breakfast staff being unfriendly.
Location
9.5
Consistently highlighted as a strong point: central location, close to everything, pleasant surroundings and easy access to local attractions and nature trails.
Room Quality
8.5
Many guests found rooms spacious and comfortable with good amenities (AC, fridge, safe), but some noted hard beds, dark rooms or issues like damaged air/dirty floors and stairs inconveniencing older guests.
Amenities
9.5
Pool, gardens/frog garden and on-site parking receive high praise; towel animals and nature sightings add to the guest experience.
Value for Money
9.5
Multiple guests called out excellent price-quality balance and that the hotel exceeded expectations for its price point.
Food and Beverage
7.5
The most common complaint: breakfast is limited (small portions, few beverage options, sometimes missing items) and inconsistent (quality varies); some guests enjoyed the breakfast, but numerous comments suggest improvement is needed.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall very positive stays: many guests loved the grounds, location, pool and staff, with recurring praise for nature experiences; isolated service/food shortcomings modestly lowered some experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 06:14

Property Description

Riverside Tranquility and Central Location

Luxurious Rooms and Modern Amenities

Exciting Activities and Tour Arrangements

Experience the serenity of a riverside retreat at Hotel Monte Real, just steps away from La Fortuna Town Centre. Indulge in classic elegance with garden views, free toiletries, and the convenience of a safety box in every room. Unwind in style with air conditioning, a coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV. Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the on-site restaurant. Explore thrilling adventures like canopy tours and horseback riding, or opt for a relaxing boat tour. With easy access to Arenal Volcano National Park and other attractions, your Costa Rican getaway awaits at Hotel Monte Real. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that the front desk is closed from 10 pm until 7 am the next day. It is not possible to check in outside the normal front desk opening times.

Guests are requested to inform the hotel at least 1 day in advance of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box during booking.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1031 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Maria isabel • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Karthik eyan • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Meritxell • family_with_children • es
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • couple • ar
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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NATHALIE • family_with_children • fr
9
Chambre spacieuse et confortable
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse. Tout le confort requis.
Environnement agréable.

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner! Pas de beurre, pas de chocolat en poudre, œufs au plat trop cuits. Jus industriels.
Accueil peu chaleureux.
Malgré les réclamations on nous informe que le restaurant ne fait pas partie de l’hôtel, donc peu de chances d’amélioration.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • couple • cr
8
Pros:

La cercanía del centro, habitaciones bonitas

Cons:

En el desayuno muy poco espacio, si está lleno hay q esperar, pocas opciones de bebida, no siempre hay frutas (el menú incluye), si llueve las meses están mojadas

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Mauricio • couple • cr
10
Muy comodo t
Pros:

Esta en el centro estaba super limpio y el desayuno

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • nl
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Juli • extended_group • us
10
We loved our stay!
Pros:

Beautiful grounds
Close to everything
Comfortable rooms
Pool was very nice
Breakfast was so good!

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Anoniem22 • solo_traveller • nl
9
Perfecte kamers
Pros:

De ligging, de kamer en het zwembad zijn perfect. De kamer is zeer ruim. Het matras was fantastisch. De airco werkte goed en maakte weinig geluid. Er zijn koffie- en thee faciliteiten op de kamer en er is een koelkast en een kluisje. Het personeel was erg vriendelijk en we konden eerder inchecken.

Cons:

Het ontbijt is erg beperkt. Je krijgt kleine porties en er zijn continue dingen op zoals fruit of koffie/thee.
De kamer werd pas s middags schoongemaakt, terwijl de meeste mensen hier vroeg op pad gaan en s middags terugkomen van hun hikes.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Armando • couple • cr
8
Pros:

Tener la alternativa de escoger el tipo de desayuno es práctico. Quedamos muy satisfechos con la calidad de los alimentos.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Grettel • family_with_children • cr
10
Excelente
Pros:

Tienen un plus. ..
Al costado del hotel colinda con el río, y hay un sendero para observar ranas, lagartijas, aves, perezosos y muchas flores y plantas, fue muy agradable esa extra, fuimos a ver el anexo tanto de dia como de noche, vimos ranas verdes y las blue jeans, tucanes y nos encantó estar tan cerca de la naturaleza.

Cons:

La habitación nos toco en segunda planta, solo que mis papás son adultos mayores, se les complico subir y bajar.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Janine • family_with_children • de
9
Super schönes Hotel
Pros:

Alles war super

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Rafael • family_with_children • es
10
Muy buena estancia
Pros:

Ubicación, instalaciones y personal. Un desayuno excelente

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Maricarmen • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Yesenia • extended_group • cr
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The pool area was beautiful and the frog garden was nice. The staff were friendly and we enjoyed the breakfasts. We enjoyed the fun towel animals from the maid! The location was excellent too.

Cons:

The room was clean but a bit dark. The beds were quite hard.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Rodolfo • solo_traveller • cr
9
Pros:

La tranquilidad

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • family_with_children • cr
7
Mi experiencia en el hotel pudo haber sido mucho mejor. Considero que hay varios aspectos importantes que deberían mejor
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

El aire estaba y dañado el piso sucio

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Noemi • couple • br
9
Pros:

Gostamos de tudo, o restaurante é bom, a piscina é ótima e as árvores ao redor são cheias de surpresas, vimos esquilos, macacos e muitas aves

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee