Arco Iris Lodge – Family Hotel in Monteverde | From 175$/Night

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About the Hotel

Santa Elena, Monteverde, Costa Rica, 60109

“Nestled in a serene garden, the lodge feels delightfully tranquil yet conveniently close to town.”view full review

Rooms & Cabins

Arco Iris Lodge offers 20 stone-and-hardwood cabins spread across 2.5 hectares of landscaped gardens. Options include Standard Rooms with rain showers, Superior Rooms with indoor and outdoor seating, and Two-Bedroom Family Cabins with fridges. The Honeymoon Cabin includes a hot tub and private garden. All rooms have private bathrooms, balconies or terraces, and Wi-Fi.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast is served from 6:30-9 AM for $8 per person, featuring Costa Rican and European dishes. Eggs are cooked to order, and ingredients like granola, yogurt, and marmalades are homemade. Coffee comes from a local roaster. The breakfast room overlooks the cloud forest, with frequent bird and monkey sightings.

Nature & Activities

The lodge borders protected forest with trails for birdwatching. Nearby, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve has 10 km of trails. Activities include guided hikes, ziplining at Selvatura Park, and night tours spotting sloths and tarantulas. The Monteverde Orchid Garden, next door, displays 450 orchid species.

Location & Transport

The lodge is a 2-minute walk from Santa Elena's center, near shops and restaurants. Buses and taxis provide access to the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (3.5 miles away). Private minibuses and boat-taxi transfers to La Fortuna are available for $30 per person.

Services & Sustainability

Staff assist with tour bookings, transportation, and restaurant recommendations. The lodge uses filtered water refill stations, sources local produce, and supports reforestation. A library and lounge with Wi-Fi are available. Guided tours include coffee, chocolate, and sugar-cane processing demonstrations at El Trapiche farm.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Budget Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Garden view

Shower

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

110 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Garden view

Shower

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Economy Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre

Monteverde400 ft

Airports

Aeropuerto de La Fortuna (fon) 52.4 mi

Liberia (LIR) 73.2 mi

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast at Arco Iris was simply fantastic! It was a lavish buffet with an expansive selection that included gallo pinto, fresh fruit, and eggs made to order. I looked forward to starting my day there, sitting in the bright communal room with beautiful views of the gardens.” view full review

Charming Cabins

“I stayed in one of the cozy cabins that was clean, well-furnished, and had smart bathrooms. The design was rustic but comfortable, providing everything I needed for a satisfying stay. I particularly appreciated the small covered patio where I could unwind and take in the surrounding nature.” view full review

Spotless Bathrooms

“The bathrooms at Arco Iris were impressively clean and modern. The attention to detail in the cleanliness made my experience all the more enjoyable, and it was great to have a luxurious shower after a day of exploring the beautiful surroundings.” view full review

Comfortable Lodge Rooms

“The lodge we stayed in was very comfortable, with a spacious layout that made it feel like a home away from home. The beds were cozy, and the ambiance was tranquil, creating a peaceful atmosphere perfect for rest after a day of adventure.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area

Room features

Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Sink

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Santa Elena, Monteverde, Costa Rica, 60109

Map view

Santa Elena, Monteverde, Costa Rica, 60109

City landmarks

Garden

Butterfly Garden

1.1 mi

Garden

Monteverde Orchid Garden

4000 ft

Nature reserve

Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge

1.3 mi

Landmark

Ecological Sanctuary

1.1 mi

Zoo

Serpentario de Monteverde

4000 ft

Gallery

Art House

2900 ft

Landmark

The Bat Jungle

1.3 mi

Theme Park

Frog Pond Ranario

4000 ft

Landmark

Local Farmer's Market

4000 ft

Landmark

Monteverde Theme Park

5200 ft

Landmark

San Luis Waterfall

4000 ft

Landmark

Monteverde Wildlife Refuge

1.1 mi

Nature reserve

Valle Escondido Preserve

1.1 mi

Landmark

Monteverde Conservation League

1.1 mi

Nearby

Botanical Garden

Herpetarium

700 ft

Monteverde Beer House

400 ft

Iglesia Santa Elena

500 ft

Church

Santa Elena Catholic Church

500 ft

Iglesia

500 ft

Puntarenas Province

Monteverde Chamber of Tourism

600 ft

Beso Cafe

600 ft

Spa Centre

Aura Spa Massage Monteverde

800 ft

UNED - Centro Universitario Monte Verde

800 ft

Mundo de los Insectos

1400 ft

Lookout

1400 ft

Smaller ficus tree

1700 ft

Ficus Tree

1700 ft

Ficus bridge

1700 ft

Restaurants

Sabor Tico

1100 ft

Frente la Plaza de Deportes Monteverde Centro Comercial Monteverde

Raulito's Pollo

600 ft

Santa Elena

Restaurante El Venado

600 ft

Costado Norte de La Panaderia Jimenez Santa Elena

Soda La Campesino

600 ft

Diagonal de Almacen Vitosi 75m norte

I'm Hungry Monteverde

700 ft

Santa Elena

Cafeteria Evy's World

1400 ft

Centro Comercial Local #10

Soda Bonanza

2000 ft

150 mts nort from donw tonw St Elena 150 mts southwest of Super mercado Cope Compro on unpaved road right next to Soda La Amistad

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.

96%

loved it and would return for another family vacation

9.6/10

Perfect

Rooms

9.4

Location

9.8

Service

10.0

Dining

9.7

Frances

United States, December 2024

10.0/10

A beautiful setting, delicious breakfast, and helpful staff! What more could you ask for?

Rooms

10.0

Our room was clean and well-furnished, with a smart bathroom, in immaculate gardens.

Service

10.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, arranging tours and providing information about the area.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, a short walk from the center of Santa Elena, near great restaurants and the cloud forest.

Dining

10.0

The breakfast buffet was lavish, with fresh fruit, local cheese, and eggs cooked to order.

Facilities

10.0

The gardens were abundant with bird life and had a peaceful veranda with great views.

Jennifer

United States, September 2024

9.0/10

We loved our upgraded room! The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect - close to everything.

Rooms

9.0

We got a complimentary upgrade to a nice lodge with a comfortable bed!

Service

10.0

The front desk staff were friendly, spoke excellent English, and were super helpful.

Location

10.0

The location was great - tucked away but easily accessible, close to town center, restaurants and shops.

Dining

5.0

N/A - We didn't have breakfast here.

Facilities

8.0

The lodge was cute and we saw lots of wildlife!

Sidney

United States, September 2024

10.0/10

Such a beautiful setting! The cabin was gorgeous and the breakfast was delicious.

Rooms

10.0

Our honeymoon cabin was top-quality, with beautiful stonework and amazing views of the forest and village.

Service

10.0

Everything was easy, including getting picked up and dropped off by tour companies right at the reception.

Location

10.0

Located on a hill in the heart of the village, it was an easy walk to other activities.

Dining

10.0

The breakfast was delicious!

Facilities

10.0

The cabin had a fine little kitchen and lovely gardens all around.

Albert

United States, July 2024

10.0/10

A lovely, eco-friendly place with amazingly helpful staff! Breakfast was delicious and reasonably priced.

Rooms

10.0

Our room was clean and comfortable, with a queen and twin bed - perfect for my parents and me!

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, arranging all our tours and transportation - going above and beyond what we expected.

Location

10.0

It's within walking distance of restaurants and shops, and close to the Monteverde Reserve.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a steal at $7.50, with delicious, locally-sourced ingredients - we didn't eat anywhere else!

Facilities

10.0

The grounds were beautiful, meticulously kept, and backed onto wilder areas we could explore. They even had filtered water!

Alex

United States, May 2024

9.0/10

Our family had a great time! The lodge was peaceful, the staff were super helpful with booking tours, and breakfast kept us going all day. We loved the common room too!

Rooms

8.0

Our single room was simple but clean and well-ventilated - perfect for a family!

Service

10.0

The staff went above and beyond, helping us book taxis and tours before and during our stay.

Location

9.0

It was wonderfully located, close to town but tucked away for a quiet retreat.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was healthy and filling, a great start to our days of exploring.