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El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge with restaurant, near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

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Daily local cuisine breakfast (USD 7 per person)
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Daily local cuisine breakfast (USD 7 per person)
Surrounded by nature, El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge offers a serene retreat with a garden, restaurant, and bar. Connect to in-room WiFi and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services or local cuisine breakfast options.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator (on request)

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Cabin

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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    About the neighborhood

    Map
    Route 602, First Right after Tramonti, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

    What's nearby

    • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 8 min walk
    • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 17 min walk
    • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive
    • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 4 min drive
    • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 5 min drive

    Getting around

    • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 169 min drive
    • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 17.1 miles/27.5 km
    • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 51.8 miles/83.3 km
    • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Area shuttle (surcharge)

    Restaurants

    • ‪Laggus Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
    • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬4 min drive

    About this property

    El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge

    At El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out TRAMONTI, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.

    Languages

    English, Spanish

    At a glance

    DONE

    Hotel size

      • 25 rooms
      • Arranged over 1 level
    DONE

    Arriving/Leaving

      • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
      • Contactless check-in available
      • Late check-in subject to availability
      • Minimum check-in age: 18
      • Check-out time is noon
      • Contactless check-out available
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    Special check-in instructions

      • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
      • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
      • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
      • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
      • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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    Required at check-in

      • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
      • Government-issued photo ID may be required
      • Minimum check-in age is 18
    DONE

    Children

      • No cribs (infant beds)
    DONE

    Pets

      • Pets stay free
    WIFI

    Internet

      • Free WiFi in public areas
      • Free WiFi in rooms
    LOCAL_PARKING

    Parking

      • Free onsite self parking
    DONE

    Transfers

      • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    DONE

    Offsite

      • Area shuttle*

    Property amenities

    Food and drink

    • Local cuisine breakfast each morning (surcharge)
    • Restaurant

    What to do

    • Hiking/biking trails
    • Ziplining nearby

    Working away

    • Meeting room

    Services

    • Front desk (limited hours)
    • Tour/ticket assistance
    • Dry cleaning/laundry services
    • Luggage storage

    Facilities

    • Garden
    • Picnic area

    Room amenities

    Sleep well

    • Bed sheets provided

    What to enjoy

    • Separate sitting area

    Freshen up

    • Private bathroom
    • Shower only
    • Hair dryer (on request)
    • Towels

    Stay connected

    • Free WiFi

    Food and drink

    • Refrigerator (on request)

    More

    • Daily housekeeping

    Special features

    Dining

    TRAMONTI - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

    Fees & policies

    Optional extras

    • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
    • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 180 per vehicle (one-way)
    • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

    Policies

    This property does not have elevators.
    Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
    This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
    This property accepts credit cards and cash.
    Cashless transactions are available.

    Also known as

    Hotel El Bosque Monteverde
    Hotel El Bosque
    El Bosque Monteverde
    El Bosque Trails & Eco
    El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Lodge
    El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Monteverde
    El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Lodge Monteverde

    Frequently asked questions

    Are pets allowed at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

    Yes, pets stay free.

    Is parking offered on site at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

    Yes, there's free self parking.

    Is airport shuttle service offered by El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

    Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 180 per vehicle one-way.

    What are the check-in and check-out times at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

    Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

    What is there to do at El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge and nearby?

    Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

    Are there restaurants at or near El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge?

    Yes, TRAMONTI offers Italian cuisine.

    What's the area around El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge like?

    El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge is a short 8-minute walk from Curi-Cancha Reserve and 17 minutes' walk from Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde.

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    El Bosque Trails & Eco-Lodge Reviews

    Reviews

    8.0

    Very Good

    8.2/10

    Cleanliness

    8.6/10

    Staff & service

    7.8/10

    Amenities

    7.4/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    8.4/10

    Eco-friendliness

    Reviews

    6/10 Good

    Needs new pillows and mattresses
    The staff, breakfast, and location were great, and the nearby capuchin monkeys and wildlife were delightful. But… a hotel has one main job to do: provide a comfortable bed and pillow for a good night’s rest. Our three-night stay wasn’t great. Bed and pillows didn’t cut it. We liked the help with getting transportation and an excursion to the Cloud Forest Reserve, but we were always dreading the night’s sleep. If you’re going to drive all the way to Monteverde, stay somewhere more comfortable.
    Dallas, 3-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    The lodge was initially hard to find as it is called El Bosque Hotel not Eco Lodge on signage out front. The staff were friendly and welcoming and they use WhatsApp to communicate which was helpful. We are a family of 4, 2 kids, 2 adults so we had a large room with 4 beds which was nice but there was no place to store any of our belongings— one desk and 2 small night stands only, a shelf or dresser would be helpful. The included breakfast was good. My only complaint about it is that it is from 630-830 and we slept until 8 a couple days (we are on vacation and from an earlier time zone) and then missed it. We did do a hike from the property which was nice and saw monkeys outside our room— super cool! Overall a nice stay!
    Katherine, 5-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    1-night trip

    4/10 Fair

    Unpleasant experience
    The room was very moist without any air conditioning. All the beddings feel wet. Especially at night it was so cold and uncomfortable. At checkout the owner took my credit card, write down the info instead of just charge it directly. I thought it was strange. So the charge came after I left the place and i noticed i was charged extra! I had to try to get a hold of the owner to correct the amount. Though it was corrected this was unnecessary stress for my trip. Would not recommend!
    2-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    One night
    Joshua did our check in and a big thank to him. He organized everything for us in a short time so that we were able to do all the activities we wanted in one afternoon. Really really much appreciated. A part from the lovely welcome, the hotel is simple but really nice and clean. It really feels like being a ranch and we appreciated our stay
    Manuela, 1-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Belle e spaziose cabine di legno con doccia calda e wifi dove si può avere molta privacy. L'hotel ha una sua rete di sentieri che partono dietro alle cabinr, ma la mappa fornita alla reception non sempre corrisponde.
    1-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Nice place outside of town
    The property is really nice but there is no reception area so the check in is at the restaurant and took a long time. The bed I slept in in the family room was not very comfortable but it worked.
    Cathryn, 1-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    Great place great people excellent food. Second time visiting the place definitely coming back
    1-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    Excelente atención
    Las medidas de Min de Salud aplicadas constantemente, la atención, la comida, las habitaciones, las recomendaciones, el tour nocturno excelente. Muy contentos con la experiencia lo recomendamos.
    María Eugenia, 1-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    yvan, 2-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Troy, 3-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Helpful staff, good breakfast and clean room. Staff even asked if there was anything they could do to improve the lodge and experience.
    1-night trip

    6/10 Good

    3-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    Beautiful setting
    The property is gorgeous and filled with flowers, birds and other wildlife. Short walk to waterfall.
    Lea Ann L., 2-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    excellent location in old monteverde. reasonable rates. friendly staff
    4-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Immerso nel bosco. Da qui partono i tour nella giungla di notte. Staff super cordiale. Bungalow molto carini dall'esterno, essenziali all'interno. Colazione più che discreta con frutta, uova, gallo pinto, toast. Buon rapporto qualità prezzo
    1-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    Beautiful hotel in the middle of the rain forest, super friendly staff, hotel was clean and in walking distance to shops, restaurants and coffee shops. All and all great place at a great price.
    Ralph, 2-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Loved the location for 2 major reasons: 1. On a preserve with multiple hiking trails that lead to a creek. We saw monkeys, birds, agounti, etc just by walking out our door! 2. The restaurant Tramonti associated with property is the best food we had in Costa Rica. We went there 2 nights in a row!
    2-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    Great Rustic Hotel in MonteVerde. Clean and cheap. Had the night tour with Liz, she was a blast, highly recommend, best thing we did in MonteVerde!
    2-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Prisvärt budgethotell i ett skönt naturområde
    Hotellet ligger i ett fint naturområde, bara 10 minuter med bil till Cloud Forest nationalpark. Rummen är spartanskt inredda. Frukosten är enkel, men god. Mycket hjälpsam personal. Det var dock ganska svårt att hitta dit. Det som drog ner betyget var att det var väldigt kallt på rummet på nätterna och att trycket i duschen var dåligt.
    2-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    Rémi, 2-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Place was great. No A/C but was very cool outside in evening. Bathroom could use a remodel but it was clean! Would recommend for family room.
    ShirBet, 2-night trip

    10/10 Exceptional

    LORI, 3-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    The hotel is in a great location. The rooms are clean and authentic except for the spiders but they are part of the experience. The showers have no water pressure and are not always warm. The staff is wonderful. It’s a very peaceful place to stay. The breakfast is traditional and delicious.
    4-night trip

    8/10 Very good

    Wunderschöner Garten, gutes Frühstück, freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, Ruhe!
    4-night trip