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Fondavela Hotel

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel with outdoor pool, near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

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Massages
Exterior
Superior Room | View from room
Reception
Outdoor pool
Nestled in the mountains, Fondavela Hotel is a serene retreat. Indulge in a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind with spa services or by the outdoor pool, and connect to WiFi. With an on-site coffee shop and helpful staff praised by guests, your stay will be nothing short of rejuvenating.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$176 nightly
The total price is $198
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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

Superior Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Comfort Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carretera a Reserva de Monteverde, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Wildlife Refuge Monteverde - 10 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 152 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 155 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 51.2 miles/82.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Laggus Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Fondavela Hotel

Fondavela Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

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

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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 does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Fonda Hotel
Fonda Vela Hotel
Hotel Fonda
Hotel Fonda Vela Monteverde
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Hotel Fonda Vela Monteverde
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Frequently asked questions

Does Fondavela Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fondavela Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Fondavela Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Fondavela Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Fondavela Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fondavela Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Fondavela Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, mountain biking, and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Fondavela Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Fondavela Hotel like?

Fondavela Hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Curi-Cancha Reserve and 18 minutes' walk from Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre.

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Fondavela Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Location
Breakfast
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Food
Hot Tub
Rain
Trails

What guests liked

  • The pool was great, heated to a perfect temperature and often felt private and spacious. (8 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and the service staff were very helpful and polite. (7 reviews)
  • The hot tubs were great for rainy days and offered a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Honestly, this hotel should be rated much higher. It felt luxe and private. Employees remembered us by name, always friendly, warm, and attentive. The pool was exceptional- heated to a perfect temp and so big that it always felt as if we had the whole pool to ourselves.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful room and grounds delicious food and friendly people.
2-night trip

10/10

From start to finish an absolute delight to stay here! The grounds are gorgeous, the staff are all so kind and helpful, food was good. Loved it! Had a massage too! Highly recommend it’s a great place to stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Deivin from the restaurant and Melanie from the front desk are superstars! Fondavela staff was very friendly and welcoming. Felt like home.
2-night trip

10/10

Spacious and clean rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, more than adequate buffet breakfast, excellent staff.
2-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed great service at this beautiful property. The food at the hotel was nice and the staff was helpful in booking tours and excursions in the area. I plan to stay at this hotel again when I make it back to Monteverde.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful spot, very clean and roomy, fantastic breakfast. I wonky wish we could have stayed longer!
1-night trip

10/10

It’s a lovely property, beautiful gardens, excellent food. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We loved the pool and hot tub, and enjoyed the nature walk on the property. Wonderful trip!
2-night trip

10/10

A lovely hotel with beautiful grounds looking across the could forest area. Heated pool was a lovely place to relax after taking trips in the surrounding areas.
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay.

6/10

This property is well maintained and staff are great. It is a little far from town and the road was not the best. The room did not have air conditioning or a dehumidifier so it was not as comfortable as it could have been. Did not use the pool but it looked nice. Breakfast was great and the service staff were friendly and accommodating.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful place, delicious food and drinks and wonderful staff, would happily say here again
2-night trip

10/10

Great property.
2-night trip

8/10

It was a very peaceful, clean, well maintained place. I hope to go there again.
1-night trip

10/10

it will be nicer if the room have trials to the pool and a couple extra more outlets, but it was marvelous
1-night trip

10/10

Great little hotel for visiting Montiverde and Santa Elena!
2-night trip

10/10

Large room & nice bathroom
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent property with nice pool. Good pool with warm water and kids had a great time. Loved the sunset at this property.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful property, close proximity to the reserve and town.
1-night trip

8/10

The property is nice, kept neat and clean. We were there in the off season so it was very quiet. Remember there is no ac in this area of Costa Rica. They do not offer cots in the rooms so if you are traveling as a family this could be an issue. Otherwise the breakfast was wonderful, the jacuzi was covered so you can use even in the rain.
2-night trip

8/10

Good staff. Pleasant
3-night trip

8/10

The road leading to the hotel is in a bad condition
2-night trip

10/10

Great hotel, don’t hesitate to stay here. Had a family of eight in two rooms. Rooms were clean and neat and very nice.
1-night trip

10/10

Nature around the hotel was great. We saw many tropical birds including toucans. Staff was very kind and helpful. We would highly recommend it.
3-night trip

10/10

The property is beautiful and well kept with a nice walking trail that circles the perimeter. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Pool was fabulous and a nice break after touring all day.
3-night trip