Cloud Forest Lodge

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Luxury
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5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Rainforest sanctuary with Pacific views

Perched at Monteverde's cloud forest edge, this luxury lodge offers a serene deck with sunset and lake views. The restaurant serves traditional Costa Rican cuisine amid visiting wildlife. Guided night walks and zip line tours create unforgettable adventures before returning to the warm wood fireplace.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is P19,365
P23,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Manakin Family

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a coffee maker, and a decorative wall panel.

Euphonia Rooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Tityra Junior Suites

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a decorative wall panel, and a wooden wardrobe.

Manakin Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Monteverde, Cloud Forest Lodge is in the city center and in the mountains. Butterfly Conservatory is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Arenal and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Friends Meeting House and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Monteverde travel guide
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1 km al este del Banco de Costa Rica, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • A cluster of white orchids with pink and yellow centers, surrounded by green foliage.
    Monteverde Orchid Garden
    5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A hummingbird perched on a branch.
    Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
    6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Centro Comercial Monteverde
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ficus La Raiz
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ranario
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    156 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tree House Restaurante & Cafe
    13 min walk
  • The Open Kitchen
    12 min walk
  • Choco Café
    12 min walk
  • Restaurante Sabor Tico
    9 min walk
  • El Sapo Bar & Restaurant
    13 min walk

About this property

Cloud Forest Lodge

  • Luxury lodge remodeled in 2022 and located near Friends Meeting House
  • Located close to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Cloud Forest Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site Fusion cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Endemica, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Enjoy onsite activities like ziplining and ecotours. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and wedding services
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a porter/bellhop
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Cloud Forest Lodge boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, and down comforters
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • Decks/patios, free extra beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cloud Forest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cloud Forest Lodge?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cloud Forest Lodge on Oct 25, 2026 start from P19,365, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cloud Forest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cloud Forest Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Cloud Forest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–7:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 385 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cloud Forest Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Monteverde, this luxury lodge is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Friends Meeting House and 28.8 mi (46.3 km) from Lake Arenal.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cloud Forest Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 162 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place with an amazing restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cloud Forest Lodge was a wonderful place to stay. The absolute standout was the restaurant—the food was exceptional, and the servers provided some of the best service we experienced during our trip. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made every meal enjoyable. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the nearby hiking trails were beautiful, and the peaceful, quiet setting made it the perfect place to relax and enjoy the cloud forest. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous location, great rooms, restaurant and staff. Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful location. Excellent facilities and the service was top not
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the best properties we have stayed. Beautiful facilities, excellent restaurant and great staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was so nice and big and with such a nice view of the forest. Our stay was so peaceful and the staff were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Place was immaculately clean. The view from breakfast area was amazing. The staff at the Endemica went over and beyond to accomodate us as vegetarian. They made special meals for our toddler. Dennis, Jose, Priscilla were great at the restaurant. The zip line and night tour at the hotel were nice as well
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property with animals right on site. Location of property is ideal for closeness to attractions but still peaceful and quiet property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really enjoyed our stay here! One of our favorite places we stayed at! The fire pit and the views were stunning! We got some beautiful photos. The server in the restaurant I forget his name but he was wonderful as well. We also did the avocado trail and it was nice but we went a little late so it started getting dark. Def recommend doing it earlier in the day. Overall, very clean and friendly staff. Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was spacious and the restaurant was excellent both in terms of the food and the service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Definitely lodge style resort. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Lovely hotel with a fabulous restaurant and lounge area. Slightly disappointed with the view from the room, all we could see was the roof of the next lodge. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious rooms with wildlife right outside our balcony. Clean property with modern decor. We really enjoyed eating at the restaurant. The food was delicious and we always had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room. Staff is efficient and friendly. We had a great view into the cloud forest. Wish I could have stayed longer but definitely on the list if I rebook.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Above and beyond accommodation for Costa Rica! Absolutely superior vegetarian plant-based cuisine menu.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay with family. We enjoyed our stay. Staff very nice and friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is truly a magical place. The staff is fantastic, the room is very modern and comfortable and the restaurant is one of the best we went to during our trip to Costa Rica. We ate breakfast while watching monkeys climb nearby trees and humming birds at the feeders. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was helpful. Restaurant staff was accommodating to dietary needs, personable, and informative! Rooms were large and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is wonderful. The food was great and the lodge is well maintained and clean. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location, beautiful, clean rooms. lovely helpful staff and a wonderful onsite restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The grounds, service, room and restaurant were absolutely perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A paradise in the heart of the rainforest with the highest standards of service by every member of the staff. Having the best zipping service across the front desk, and the property trails are a natural wonder.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a birding trip, and the birds are fantastic both on the extensive property and in the local area. Rooms were large and comfortable and the staff were all fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely loved the restaurant! Rooms are simple but large and clean. Staff was also very helpful in booking activities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a beautiful property right next to hiking trails and immediately adjacent to Canopy tours. The views from the restaurant are spectacular and the service is exceptional
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025