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El Establo Mountain Hotel

5.0 star property
Relax in nature's splendor, indulge in international cuisine and rejuvenate at our on-site spa.

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas
Property grounds
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Suite | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 983
SAR 1,111 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

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Room options

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Diagonal to Escuela Rafael Arguedas, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 549-2050

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 11 min walk
  • Bat Jungle - 11 min walk
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 13 min walk
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laggus Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬12 min walk

About this property

El Establo Mountain Hotel

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Located close to Bat Jungle and Friends Meeting House, El Establo Mountain Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment, or a manicure/pedicure at Green Leaf Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours and hiking/biking. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Wedding services, multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 155 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like safes.
Other amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: CRC 11500 for adults and CRC 11500 for children
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Las Riendas
  • Laggus

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 6:00 AM - 10:00 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CRC 11500 for adults and CRC 11500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 110000 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

El Establo
El Establo Hotel
El Establo Mountain
El Establo Mountain Hotel
El Establo Mountain Hotel Monteverde
El Establo Mountain Monteverde
Establo Mountain Hotel
Hotel El Establo
Hotel Establo
Establo Mountain Montever
El Establo Mountain
El Establo Mountain Hotel Hotel
El Establo Mountain Hotel Monteverde
El Establo Mountain Hotel Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Does El Establo Mountain Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:30 PM.

Is El Establo Mountain Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Establo Mountain Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Establo Mountain Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Establo Mountain Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does El Establo Mountain Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 110000 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Establo Mountain Hotel located?

This family-friendly Monteverde hotel is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bat Jungle and Friends Meeting House. Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Lake Arenal are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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El Establo Mountain Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 446 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay Breakfast is great The sunset was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is situated in a stunning locale and they take advantage of that to delight guests
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful view of the forest and excellent staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mukesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and helpful staff. Wi-Fi signal was very weak
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the hotel! Beautiful landscapes and scenery! Wonderful staff and services! Wished to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. Top notch staff. Safe, clean, and luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, beautiful. My kids were able to see agouti, coati, and all sorts of birds from our balcony in the mornings and the staff was very friendly and enthusiastic about teaching them about the animals. One of the restaurants had a great little nature walk below the terrace so the kids had a great time running around while we waited for the food, which was also delicious. The hotel was well located so most of the things we wanted to do in Monteverde were a short drive or even walkable. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful, right in the mountain of monte verde. The service was good as well and the restaurant in place is really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shuo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and views. Disappointed with the New Year’s Eve buffet. It was average. They charged for wine on New Year’s Eve which should really come with the meal. Live music was in another restaurant and was just one person playing a guitar. I was told we would have live music at the buffet. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

MEIR

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dark no lighting no towels stuff tell you one price charge you different price ( not in your favorite) for this price with no breakfast NOT RECOMMENDED
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

SreeSekhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is literally on a mountain which gives a great experirnce and opportunity to spot some mammals in the backyard of your room. The room which we were in had issue with the shower and also hot water was limited. If one takes long shower we had to wsit for hours to again get hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siarhei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It had beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing lodge experience. Very rustic but amazing time enjoying nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
family vacation
This is our 2nd year staying here. We truly love the property, zip line, hikes, pool and comfort for our family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

A K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful with nice rooms and great views. But the rooms are a little old-fashioned - for example they have small/key-locked safe boxes instead of modern electronic safes. The hotel is also not particularly convenient as it is built on a very steep slope, meaning that getting around the property is by "shuttle" vans. (Believe me, you will not try walking this more than once - and even then, only downhill.) The ONLY way to request a van is to call reception, and the line is often busy, particularly during busy times, like breakfast. You are on hold and then it arbitrarily cuts you off and you have to call again. I also had TWO very bad experiences with the lunch/dinner restaurant. Two sandwiches, at two different meals, contained foreign/inedible objects. One sandwich included avocado skins (not slices) and I had one sandwich where melted cheese on the sandwich was still attached to the paper in which it was packaged. I was still forced to pay for these sandwiches. All they offered me was a free -- but at that point entirely unwanted - dessert. DO NOT EAT AT THE RESTAURANT. Finally, be aware that the property is very popular with large bus tours, so breakfast is a circus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was nice and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Purvi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great room for a family of 4. The breakfast buffet very good with many options. Friendly staff. The property has Pizotes which are cute animal fun to watch. I highly recommend this hotel for a pleasant stay in Monteverde. Nice pool area but I only wished they had a Hot Tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vineet

Liked: Cleanliness
Not so happy!
The roof of our room started leaking at night and the water was dripping on our bed which woke us up in the middle of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024