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Fondavela Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

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Massages
Massages
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Superior Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Carretera a Reserva de Monteverde, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109
  • Place, Curi-Cancha Reserve
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Room options

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Monteverde

In Monteverde .Within a 5-minute walk of this Monteverde hotel, you'll find Monteverde Friends School - Escuela de los Amigos and Friends Meeting House. Curi-Cancha Reserve and The Bat Jungle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Colibrí - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Laggus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taty's Bakery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Fondavela Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Fondavela Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Monteverde hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Fondavela Hotel offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fondavela Hotel to the airport?

Fondavela Hotel is 71.9 mi (152-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fondavela Hotel?

As of Nov 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fondavela Hotel on Nov 24, 2025 start from $267.91, 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.

Does Fondavela Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fondavela Hotel.

Does Fondavela Hotel offer free breakfast?

Fondavela Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Fondavela Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Fondavela Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Fondavela Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Fondavela Hotel have a pool?

Fondavela Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Fondavela Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Fondavela Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Fondavela Hotel to downtown Monteverde?

Fondavela Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Monteverde.