Does Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

As of Nov 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge on Nov 8, 2025 start from P 3,053.13, 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.

Is Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of USD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Monteverde Orchid Garden, Curi-Cancha Reserve, and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and Selvatura Adventure Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This place is

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Apr 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property and very welcoming staff.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Aug 6, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderfully friendly family-run lodge and the best breakfasts we had in Costa Rica!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Halle

Sep 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was amazing and Bronco, the pup, was an amazing host :-) the dinner was excellent and the location remote and beautiful

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very beautiful family run ranch. Atmosphere was friendly and grounds were beautiful. Our only issue was the distance to town… it is a good 30 min drive and if you don’t have a car that’s $20-25 each way.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Mar 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property was absolutely beautiful and the staff were incredibly welcoming and warm. You truly felt a part of the family when you were there. The meals served daily were delicious and were a highlight of our trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Carla

Jun 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The owners were polite and kind. But it is a drive up into the mountains on a very bumpy gravel road, so make sure you have a good SUV not a car. Our room was not one of the photos that you see on Expedia so it truly wasn’t what we expected. It was clean and we did have what we needed (shower and bed), but we would not go back. The property is beautiful and with the walk up the gravel road allow us to see many birds which was pleasant and joyful. Also, if you are not a dog person, this property is not for you. You are constantly greeted and escorted by their dogs.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

naveen kumar

Jul 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful experience staying in nice cabins right in the woods.Food was delicious. It is a family owned and they are very welcoming.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Jun 25, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly family, we did like our stay very much Thank you Lelo and family Eduardo Escobar

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Mar 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!

Soooo friendly and welcoming! Great location. Great food. Private cabinas. All was perfect

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Mar 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Loved our stay. Family Mata looked after us. Upgrade for our anniversary. Dinner and accommodation great value. Loved the remote, rural location.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rino

Mar 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem.

Well established family run business. Felt like home. Highly recommend this.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Feb 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our family loved our stay at Rancho de Lelo! The cabins were beautiful as was the surrounding area. It’s about a 30mins drive from Monteverde on a gravel road so you definitely need a vehicle. The on-site restaurant is amazing with locally sourced ingredients. We definitely recommend a stay here! Gracias por todo!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanalyn

Jun 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

What a lovely place to stay. This family business is too notch. Be prepared for an exceptionally long drive out of the way from Monteverde but it’s worth it :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mark

Mar 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

You need a 4x4 to get here. Road conditions not that great. Property is nice but getting to/from Elena is treacherous . If you are staying here it’s very nice. Hosts are awesome. Pool is more of a soaker tub size

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Mar 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is a very special ecolodge because the Mata family cares deeply about their home, the land, and their guests. They are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The rooms are beautiful and peaceful. The grounds are serene. The farm to table food is excellent. The drive to Monte Verde cloud forest and nearby town of Santa Elena is a fun drive on a well maintained gravel road through beautiful mountain passes and villages. If you are looking to have a special Tico experience near Monte Verde, this is the place. We hope to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Apr 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property is so unique and lovely. We saw 8 toucans out our bedroom window. One thing to consider is the property requires 4-wheel drive (or it did at the time of our visit) in order to access it and it is 10-20 mins off of the main road depending on the driving conditions.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karmal

Feb 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Felt like staying with friends!

Great stay, lovely family run Ecolodge. The food at the onsite restaurant was delicious. We had the whole fried tilapia, and smoked pork dinners. As well as an amazing huge breakfast with delicious fresh fruit, rice and beans and eggs and coffee. Our casita was equipped with everything we needed to cook. Plenty of room, deeply relaxing to have the windows open and watch the birds. We saw a toucan and a hummingbird, there are coffee plants and banana plants and orchids growing right outside the door. They had excellent suggestions for tours, restaurants and the best places to stop and watch the sunset. The lodge is about 25 minutes drive outside Santa Elena, it’s a pretty drive with a couple incredible views. One afternoon we just relaxed at the lodge, sat with our legs in the spring fed pool, watched the birds and played with the dogs.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Aug 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet spot

Cute little cabins with a small deck and sliding glass door. Beds were comfortable. There is no air conditioning, but they did supply a fan which helped. It was about 15 minute drive on a rough dirt road to Monteverde cloud forest biological reserve, which meant it was quiet and peaceful. Included breakfast was delicious with options such as typical Tico breakfast, eggs and toast, or pancakes. The pool is tiny. Staff were super responsive. They run their own tilapia farm here. We ate at the onsite restaurant for dinner. A bit pricey but we watched them bring our fish fresh from the farm. Can't beat the freshness!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Mar 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a fantastic time at Rancho De Lelo, staying for two nights with our three kids. This ecolodge, located just outside Monteverde, is truly special. While the rooms are basic, they have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Sitting on the balcony at night, listening to the sounds of nature, was a magical experience, especially with the kids. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, even when we were a bit nervous about driving back after sunset. The food was outstanding! You have to try their dinner menu (shoutout to the chef! The fried Tilapia is a must). The property is well-kept, with a lovely little pool and a great soccer field for some family fun. Just keep in mind that the only access is via a gravel road, so in the rainy season, a 4x4 vehicle is recommended. Overall, it was a wonderful stay that our whole family will cherish, and I highly recommend it. Thank you, Rancho De Lelo, for adding to our Costa Rica adventure!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Aug 27, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful Experience

The owners closed the kitchen to guests and we discovered that when we arrived at dusk. They expected us to drive 45-60 minutes to the nearest restaurant in the dark and torrential downpours. The ranch is located at the bottom of an extremely steep 4x4 road (20 minutes from Monteverde). It’s very difficult to access and very inconveniently located. This was the worst experience of our trips throughout Costa Rica.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Feb 24, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I cannot say enough good things about Rancho de Lelo. Beatriz and family were so friendly and accommodating; we immediately felt right at home. The cabins are adorable and we loved sitting out on the balcony, listening to the birds and the wind sweeping through the valley. We had homecooked meals at their restaurant, and while I couldn't partake of the tilapia raised on site (I have a serious fish allergy), it was super impressive watching them select live fish and prepare and serve it to others – it really doesn't get any more fresh than that. The grounds are beautiful; so many fruit trees, flowers, coffee plants. Amazing scenery and a great quiet location just outside of St. Elena and spitting distance from the Cloud Forest. My one regret is that we only had time to stay one night, but I hope very much to return some day. A final note: if you're driving, make sure to follow their directions. Google Maps will take you down a "short cut" which is a very steep/windy dirt road that leads to a "River Without a Bridge" (literally, that's how it's marked in Google) where a four-wheel drive vehicle is a must!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

CHeryl

Mar 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just okay... not sure if i would rebook.

We booked 2 nights there and i'm not sure i would do it again. First the pluses. The cabins were comfortable and clean, and just as advertised, and the breakfast was really good with fresh fruit. I just feel they could do a few small things to make things better. Put comfortable chairs or a hammock on the decks for people to enjoy vs hard stools..The Pool is NOT A POOL it's basically a water feature, and was filthy when we arrived . They did drain and fill with clean water for the next day and we layed on the hard concrete for a bit to make the most of it but not what i was expecting. Put a lounge chair or two and keep it clean would have made all the difference. The dinner was just okay. Oh and this is VERY far out of town which is fine if the decks and pool area, and dinner were where you could hang out as expected but because they aren't you find yourself going into town. instead.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Nov 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Rancho de Lelo is a wonderful place to stay if you’re looking for peace and nature. The warm welcome (including a beautiful welcome package) and family atmosphere made our visit especially enjoyable. The room and facilities were spotless and well maintained. The cabin offers everything you need — including a fridge and excellent Wi-Fi. Would highly recommend to anyone travelling to Monteverde!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tawny

Aug 28, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

First I would like to say the customer service and communication was great at Rancho de Lelo. They did a great job suggesting activities around the area. The breakfast was delicious and property was beautiful. My kids loved spending time with the dogs. The view from the room was beautiful and calming. The negative is there was heavy rainfall while we were visiting and as a result the room felt very wet due to poor window and door insulation and condensation. All our items in the room felt damp. There were also bugs in the room that bit us. My kids had a hard time with this and spent most of the night awake and upset.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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