Escape to Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge, a tranquil retreat near Monteverde Orchid Garden. Enjoy farm-to-table dining with garden views, unwind in the outdoor pool or stroll through the lush gardens. With free WiFi and helpful multilingual staff on hand, this ecolodge offers a seamless blend of relaxation and exploration.
San Luis, Rancho de Lelo, 1km NE of Escuela Bajos de San Luis, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109
What's nearby
Monteverde Orchid Garden - 17 min drive - 6.8 km
Curi-Cancha Reserve - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 19 min drive - 9.7 km
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 20 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 144 min drive
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 161 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Laggus Restaurant - 21 min drive
Café Monteverde - 16 min drive
Las Riendas Restaurant - 18 min drive
Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - 17 min drive
Restaurante Sabor Tico - 17 min drive
About this property
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge puts you 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Other features include an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
4 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 6 AM to 6 PM*
Offsite
Area shuttle within 17 kilometers*
Shopping center shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Horse riding nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Dining table
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 200 per vehicle (one-way)
Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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, debit cards and cash.
Does Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge 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 Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 10 PM.
Are pets allowed at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6 AM to 6 PM on request. The charge is USD 200 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.
What is there to do at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as horseback riding. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
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Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Family friendly
Food
Cabin
Breakfast
Restaurant
Service staff
Farms
Rides
Room
Location
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and amazing with a variety of options. (19 reviews)
The pool was a lovely feature, enjoyed by kids and a great spot for family fun. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Would stay again!!!
Great experience, stay was extremely friendly. All the meals were home cooked and authentic foods.
Ryan
Ryan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
A great choice!
We are so pleased that we stayed at Rancho de Lelo. The family is super helpful and accommodating. We showed up without a plan and they helped us with everything. Highly recommend!
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
Highly recommended!
Loved our stay here. The property is gorgeous, set in a stunning valley. The food was delicious and serving sizes generous.
Beatriz and Natalie were friendly, helpful and accommodating. They will help you with tour booking and make recommendations for sights/activities in the area. We weren’t disappointed.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Superb!
Everything was top notch!!! Will stay there again. Super clean. Amazing friendly staff. Breakfast great. Five thermal pools amazing!Room was very cozy. Great location to town and activities.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Perfect base of operations for Monteverde
We stayed here three wonderful nights. The staff was amazing—five star attention with many great local recommendations. Breakfast was a highlight—fried eggs, fresh fruit, and the best (homemade) hot sauce we’ve ever had. The Rancho’s dogs were friendly and more interested in scratches from younger travelers than the beautiful birds on the grounds. The cabins have all the necessities—fans for circulation but no need for AC in the cool mountain nights. Rancho de Lelo is the perfect base of operations for Monteverde. The drive into Santa Elena was very manageable, especially since many of the attractions and reservations are spread out anyway.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2024
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.
Laurie
Laurie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Great staff, beautiful property!!
Amelia
Amelia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Beautiful and nice place, so quiet. Very friendly family owner. Delicious breakfast and dinner.
Just one thing, when you come ask about pool. When we stay, pool doesn’t work.
Oleksandr
Oleksandr, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
This family owned place is awesome!! We were very late getting to the hotel due to mudslides in La Fortuna. We were really tired when we got there. They brought us dinner to our room. They even fixed a flat tire for me. Very clean place and they are very accomodating to whatever you need. They have no ACbut with the windows abd door open there us enough breeze to cool your room. Cant say enough goos things about our time there.
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
The staff was amazing and Bronco, the pup, was an amazing host :-) the dinner was excellent and the location remote and beautiful
Halle
Halle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2024
Beautiful property and very welcoming staff.
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2024
We enjoyed the family like hospitality from the entire staff !
Will visit again !
Vibhu
Vibhu, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2023
Wonderfully friendly family-run lodge and the best breakfasts we had in Costa Rica!
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2024
This is secluded place in monteverde area situated in the mountains … beautiful location with greenery, friendly staff and dogs. I would suggest to drive if you staying here… Great experience!
jyoti
jyoti, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2024
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.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2024
Lovely Lodge Accommodation
Lovely lodge accommodation with fantastic views across Monteverde. Excellent home cooked / bred dinner available.
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2024
Amazing family-run oasis!
Rancho de Lelo is a gem and makes a great base for exploring Monteverde. The Mata family are amazing hosts and the rooms and food are lovely. Would recommend a 4x4 for the drive in though!
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2023
This place was such a gem, the owners the cabins, relaxing , beautiful, serene and felt like home
Gursharan
Gursharan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2023
Such a unique and beautiful location run by a kind and resourceful family.
Melissa
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
We loved our two night stay with our young children (5, 4 & 2). The staff were fantastic, really friendly and welcoming and gave great advice and tips about the local area and things to do. The food was absolutely delicious at both breakfast and dinner. It had a real family vibe and felt like we were welcomed into their family too. The lodges were great, good size, and clean. They were set in a really beautiful location and we saw lots of hummingbirds and butterflies from our balcony at the room. I would highly recommend a stay here!
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2024
Everything was perfect, the owners really take care of everything you need and make you feel like part of the family. We will come back!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2024
Wonderful!
Soooo friendly and welcoming! Great location. Great food. Private cabinas. All was perfect
victoria
victoria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge is a family owned small lodge, located about 20 minutes from the main area of Monte Verde. We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay with this charming family. The National Park is only 10-15 minutes drive. The farm to table cuisine was awesome. Highly recommended.
Himat
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
We loved our stay at Rancho de Lelo. Family-owned, quiet, peaceful, with beautiful surroundings and nicely appointed, clean rooms. Beatriz and her family are a delight and we felt right at home. We enjoyed watching motmots and toucans from our balcony while having coffee in the morning! Breakfast was fresh and delicious with fruits from the garden. Dinner was incredible, too! My daughter loved and dogs and my kids really appreciated the pool. Thanks for a memorable stay!
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2024
Beautiful location in the Monteverde area. Rainbows everywhere. Run by a lovely family. We were traveling with our toddler and they let her help catch the fish from the little pond for dinner (which was delicious!).