Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Hotels
8.8 (735 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 735 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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Emily • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

The rooms were lovely. Shower was amazing. Food was great. Lots of wildlife to watch. View was superb. Great value for the cost.

Cons:

There were no meatballs available during our 3 night stay and the popcorn machine was broken.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Silvina Gloria • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Dara • extended_group • us
10
Very nice place, love the farm to table concept!
Pros:

Great views, beautiful grounds, hiking trails. Night hike was really fun and interesting. Hairo was a great guide!

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Josephine • solo_traveller • us
10
Mountain retreat
Pros:

It's a hidden oasis in Monteverde. It felt like a true retreat where you can reconnect with nature. They had a great happy hour every night and the grounds are magnificent. The room was gigantic, with a lot of counter space to be able to stay organized.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Yennifer • couple • cr
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Renaud • couple • fr
9
Bonne halte pour faire des marches en forêt à Monteverde
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Eleanor • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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PAULO ROBERTO • extended_group • br
8
Boa opção para quem vai ficar em Monteverde
Pros:

Café bom mas poderia ter mais opções

Cons:

Nao gostei do tour noturno. Valor muito alto (40 dólares) . Tour no próprio hotel e com poucas possibilidades de encontrar animais e sim alguns insetos e aranhas

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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michael • extended_group • us
10
Great stay
Pros:

Great location
Great preserve

Would like to spend more time here

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
We dream of returning here. If we get back to Monte Verde, we will definitely stay at this hotel.
Pros:

Beautiful location. Loved the restaurant, the trails and property.

Cons:

NA

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • extended_group • us
10
Amazing stay at one of the most stunning locations in MonteVerde!
Pros:

It is absolutely a stunning location and property. Everything was beautiful, and the food was delicious. We enjoyed the farm to table restaraunt immensely. It was a highlight of our stay in Costa Rica!!

Cons:

Nothing. We loved it all.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Fabian • family_with_children • ch
9
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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raphael • extended_group • il
6
a big potential but disappointing staff at front desk great
Pros:

beautiful room and serraunding

Cons:

no swimming pool no spa no elevator no T.V in room no air condition very average breakfast

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Palina • couple • be
6
Pros:

This hotel offers a pleasant stay with stunning views over the Gulf of Nicoya and excellent locally sourced dining. We really enjoyed the breakfast. The room felt slightly outdated and the bathroom design is impractical, as the floor floods during showers. Access to the property is via an unpaved road. Overall, it was a decent experience, though not a very memorable one.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Faye • couple • gb
10
A wonderful, calm stay
Pros:

We loved our stay here. A very calm environment, very helpful staff, delicious food from the restaurant and an extremely comfortable room and beds

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent location for wildlife .
Pros:

Set in wonderful location with its own trail

Cons:

The property was perfect , if I was being very picky I would have liked a pool

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • couple • gb
6
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Arturo • couple • it
9
Pros:

Breakfast: very good products.
Location: just outside of the city, in the middle of the nature.
Restaurant: great view at sunset

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
9
Peaceful Monteverde lodge
Pros:

The rooms were large, comfortable and had an excellent view. The bathroom was also nice and had a great strong shower. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet - there was always lots of food available. They also allowed us to change our booking despite it being non refundable.

Cons:

Not anything really!

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Luis • solo_traveller • es
6
Cons:

Mal acceso a la habitación, muy oscuro y muchas escaleras

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee