Fondavela Hotel
4.0
Good(210 Reviews)Hotel in Monteverde
3-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Offering an indoor pool and a restaurant, Fondavela Hotel is located in Monteverde, Costa Rica. Free WiFi access and private parking are available.
Amenities
Pool
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Monteverde
Available Rooms
1 King • 592 ft²
Sleeps 4
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2 King • 484 ft²
Sleeps 4
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1 King
Sleeps 4
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2 King
Sleeps 5
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Reviews
4.0
Good(210 Reviews)100% verified reviews
4.0
Comodidad privacidad
4.0
The warm pool, the VERY helpful staff, the comfort, the restaurant and breakfast.
Nothing (didn’t understand the comments on Booking, for us it was wonderful stay)
4.0
Perfect location, friendly staff, beautiful property
Albeit what you see in the pictures, the pool as well as the spa are closed for long term renovations. This is not stated anywhere here nor their website. And that was the main reasons for us to puck this place.
When there is no pool amd spa the value for money on this pricy place is very low imho.
4.0
it was remote and beautiful, right where we wanted to be in Monteverde
the room wasn’t as clean, the back door didn’t lock and my sister stepped on a scorpion in the middle of the night
4.0
breakfast was fair and location was good
Our shower leaked all through the bathroom floor and bedroom floor at 3am. We had no apology from the hotel although they offered to move us but our children were in the next door room and they couldn’t move them as the hotel was full so we declined. The hotel fixed the leak so was fine from then on. As we needed 2 rooms it was fairly expensive stay for us and although you can def see signs of investment our rooms were very tired, the pool had many missing tiles, bits of roof missing, both hot tubs out of order, sun loungers all broken. Amazing views but no where outside to eat or enjoy an evening drink from the bar (plenty of places to sit in gardens) so for us it was disappointing.
4.0
Nice grounds and view from the property. About a 20 minute walk to the Cloud Forest and 30 mins into the town. All of the staff were friendly and helpful.
Wouldn’t class this as a boutique hotel
4.0
The staff was very friendly and the property is beautiful. The food was good and it was nice that breakfast was included. The location has great views and is close to the cloud forest and downtown Monteverde. We really enjoyed the area and would return.
4.0
Wonderfull proprety near Santa Helena (5-10min car ride) with breathtaking view. Hotel is clean, well taken care off. Room was spacious, confortable, well equipped (Fridge, TV) & delicious beauty products. Staff is very kind & helpfull, breakfast was good. Nice Swimling pool area. Clear recommendation!
The shower would flood, you had to make reservations for Breakfast (why? Hotel was not full) & the Laundry was way overpriced!
4.0
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Looks a bit out of date. But don't let that hold you.
Great view.
We could not sit outside. (anywhere at your room or at the bar were you could sit (dry) outside would be a big plus).
4.0
Fab food. Chicken Tamorindo and trout both superb.
4.0
The views are stunning (best sunset), the setting very special and the staff were amazing - helping with guides, booking and advice. Highly recommend.
The breakfasts were OK, could be better. Didn’t have dinner.
4.0
Location was good !
Our room had no view! We were shown pictures with a different room when we booked. We were not offered a different room when we complained. Manager didn’t care for our complaint. WiFi is not good. Servers at breakfast acted like they were doing us a favor.
4.0
the staff super nice! they helped us contact the transportation even if they cannot earn money by that
the restaurant in the hotel is just so so
4.0
The bed was very comfortable and the grounds were beautiful. We also loved the wood through the rooms and reception area. The food was excellent and the staff was very attentive.
No complaints at all.
4.0
The hotel had beautiful views and the staff were really friendly and accommodating, both in reception and the restaurant. The hot tubs were lovely too!
The location was quite far out from the town so it was additional cost to get anywhere.
4.0
very pretty grounds , lovely location and the restaurant was very cute with great staff
the rooms are basic and have no air con or heat . it was very cold . our tv and phone didn’t work due to a maintenance issue . the staff were apologetic but not solution focused . The property allows small
pets but I wouldn’t say they are overly pet friendly as you can’t actually do anything other than have them with you in your room .
4.0
The staff was friendly and helpful.
I was cold. There was no heater in the room and I felt uncomfortably cold.
4.0
Very good breakfast.
Nice walking trail.
Very nice staff.
Free Wi-Fi.
Old/dated bathrooms.
Rooms need some upkeep.
Limited parking.
4.0
The location is great, the gardens are beautiful and attract beautiful birds.
The windows need screens to cool off the room. days can heat up the room. ceiling fans would be very nice. This is not a boutique hotel. the bedding is very nice but the pillows are not soft. The pool should be heated as Monteverde gets cold. Rooms are covered with wood and should be oiled……it will make them glow and last longer. get better orange juice.
4.0
It was a gem in the middle of the forest.
The staff was very attentive and lovely
4.0
the facilities were a bit old and outdated and need refreshing, the bathroom very basic and oldish, with a moody shower.
4.0
beautiful garden full of birds!
4.0
The hotel has an excellent location next to wildlife with beautiful views and plenty of animals to see.
Bathroom was moldy. Cleaning was not done properly, e.g. stains in coffee cups, dust etc. Bathtub had plenty of mold (see picture). Swimming pool was only heated on Friday and Saturday, and even then it was used for swimming lessons. Owner needs to decide if he/she wants to run a 'boutique hotel' or a swimming school...
4.0
The setting and property were beautiful and the jacuzzi was so nice after a day in the cold rain.
the dinner was overpriced and not very good, that said - I would stay here again, but eat elsewhere.
4.0
Staff was very friendly and attentive. Nice property and good location.
Unfortunately we had bed bugs 😞
4.0
It was a beautiful property and we especially loved the landscaping and the private hiking trail
Nothing...it was perfect
4.0
Beautiful grounds! The staff was very friendly!
The rooms need a little updating which I heard that they are going to do in September.
4.0
staff was amazing except an elderly man in the restaurant in the morning.
place is great but most of all the staff is amazing
4.0
- Amazing view (rooms 1-10): you can see the sunset and the ocean from these rooms
- Excellent service in the restaurant all the time but specially Ross and the kitchen staff that adjust with no problem a dish for some food restrictions
- Delicious breakfast
- The best pillows and mattress (semi firm)
- You can see the monkeys in the property during the afternoon
- Nice trail inside the property
4.0
The cabins were lovely and very clean. The atmosphere felt like being in a ski lodge. Very quiet and relaxing.
The pool was nice, remember, there are children, it can be loud, but it was very clean, great towels, the hot tubs were actually HOT, loved it. You don’t often find this! Plus dressing rooms/washrooms were so clean, felt like a club/gym type atmosphere. The pool is not heated, but it did not feel cold considering the outdoor temperatures.
The drink menu by the pool was excellent. I recommend the Andretti sour while you lie in one of their lounge chairs at the pool if weather permits.
The beds, pillows and bedding were so cozy, slept like a baby, especially with cool temperatures. There is no thermostat in the room so be ready for colder or warmer temperatures.
The grounds are clean and you can come across different wildlife if you are quiet and keep your eyes open.
There is plenty of parking for those of you who have a vehicle.
There is a fridge and coffee maker in the standard rooms, no microwave.
There was plenty of hot water which was great.
The TV channels are mostly in Spanish, but did not find a lot of time for TV during our stay.
The only thing that would have made our stay better would have been robes to wear to and from the pool area.
I hope this review helped you.
4.0
We loved everything about this hotel. Our room was great. The staff was great. The restaurant and food were great. The desk staff was especially great, organizing all our tours and transportation. It was colder here than we expected so we did not have a chance to use the pool and hot tubs but they were beautiful as were the grounds of this hotel. Its near the entrance to Montverde Park but a little outside of town - which was fine by us. They had a special Valentine's dinner and Super Bowl Party during our stay - nice touches. We loved the restaurant staff (see pictures) The best was the desk staff waving goodbye to us when we left. Would stay here again in a heart beat.
Wifi could be a little stronger but it was good enough for m to participate in a zoom - with only a little disruption.
4.0
Lovely staff. Upgraded our room
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Monteverde?
The average price for a rental in Monteverde is £57 per night. This rental is £32 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fondavela Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Fondavela Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is Fondavela Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fondavela Hotel?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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