Hotel Claro de Luna
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US$79
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the hotel's room service. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Monteverde, Hotel Claro de Luna is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Monteverde Orchid Garden and Ficus La Raiz. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Wildlife Refuge Monteverde and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Vista al Golfo.
What's nearby
Jardín de Orquídeas(0.3 Miles)
Monteverde Orchid Garden(0.3 Miles)
Mundo de los Insectos(0.4 Miles)
Centro Comercial Monteverde(0.4 Miles)
Ficus La Raiz(0.6 Miles)
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens(1.3 Miles)
Wildlife Refuge Monteverde(1.3 Miles)
Hidden Valley Preserve(1.3 Miles)
Vista al Golfo(1.4 Miles)
The Bat Jungle(1.6 Miles)
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde(1.7 Miles)
Café Monteverde Coffee Farm(2 Miles)
Curi-Cancha Reserve(2.1 Miles)
Friends Meeting House(2.2 Miles)
Monteverde Friends School - Escuela de los Amigos(2.2 Miles)
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)(48.6 Miles)
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)(81.3 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Garden
Hiking
Location
Monte Verde, Puntarenas
Jardín de Orquídeas (0.3 Miles)
Monteverde Orchid Garden (0.3 Miles)
Mundo de los Insectos (0.4 Miles)
Centro Comercial Monteverde (0.4 Miles)
Ficus La Raiz (0.6 Miles)
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens (1.3 Miles)
Room options
9
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Double Bed
Sleeps 4
323 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomCeiling Fan
10
Deluxe Room, Jetted Tub
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Double Bed
Sleeps 4
323 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomCeiling Fan
20
House, 5 Bedrooms
Room details
5× Large Double Beds
and 2 Single Beds
237 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)RefrigeratorMicrowave
Guest reviews of Hotel Claro de Luna
9.4
Superb
Based on 237 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
55%
Family
22%
Group
15%
Solo
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Hotel Claro de Luna, travelers praise the beautifully landscaped grounds teeming with birds and the occasional sloth, spacious rooms, and a walkable, convenient location near Santa Elena, complemented by friendly, helpful staff and a satisfying complimentary breakfast.
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What guests think
At Hotel Claro de Luna, travelers praise the beautifully landscaped grounds teeming with birds and the occasional sloth, spacious rooms, and a walkable, convenient location near Santa Elena, complemented by friendly, helpful staff and a satisfying complimentary breakfast.
Guests highlight private porches or patios, ample on-site parking, occasional in-room hot tubs, and a 24-hour coffee station. Minor drawbacks include some firm or squeaky beds, coffee mainly in the communal area, and breakfast variety feeling repetitive for a few. Expect a serene, garden-focused stay with comfortable space and attentive support.
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Facilities
Extensive gardens with abundant birds and occasional sloth sightings are a highlight. On-site parking, private porches or patios, some rooms with large tubs or jacuzzis, and a 24-hour coffee station are noted; a standalone house with a kitchen suits families.
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Rich
7 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
We LOVED our stay in the house of the hotel (Casa de Luna). It had plenty of beds and bathrooms for the whole family and it was nice and cool and comfortable. The surrounding plants and trees on the property are beautiful and so well-maintained, I loved seeing green parrots and other birds in the morning, and relaxing on the hammock. Plus it was close to so many great activities. I would definitely stay here again.
We LOVED our stay in the house of the hotel (Casa de Luna). It had plenty of beds and bathrooms for the whole family and it was nice and cool and comfortable. The surrounding plants and trees on the property are beautiful and so well-maintained, I loved seeing green parrots and other birds in the morning, and relaxing on the hammock. Plus it was close to so many great activities. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Julie
21 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 5 nights
Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Santa Elena. Beautiful Spanish style units with private patios. The staff are immediately responsive to any needs or questions. Extensive complementary breakfast buffet and my favourite thing... the 24 hour coffee station! Highly recommend!
Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Santa Elena. Beautiful Spanish style units with private patios. The staff are immediately responsive to any needs or questions. Extensive complementary breakfast buffet and my favourite thing... the 24 hour coffee station! Highly recommend!
10
Susanna
13 Jan 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Great stay at central located hotel. Concierge was very friendly and gave us useful info and recommendations for Monteverde. Free onsite parking. Room was a good size and very reasonable price. Nice breakfast included.
Great stay at central located hotel. Concierge was very friendly and gave us useful info and recommendations for Monteverde. Free onsite parking. Room was a good size and very reasonable price. Nice breakfast included.
10
Lisa
20 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
10
Verena
11 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel with lovely grounds and very friendly staff. Room was big and clean, with huge hot tub. The gardens are amazing, with so many birds and even a sloth.
Wonderful hotel with lovely grounds and very friendly staff. Room was big and clean, with huge hot tub. The gardens are amazing, with so many birds and even a sloth.
10
Misako
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very beautiful place with lots of nature setting atmosphere. The receptionists were super friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, spotless, and bathtub was huge. The complimentary breakfast buffet was very delicious!
Very beautiful place with lots of nature setting atmosphere. The receptionists were super friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, spotless, and bathtub was huge. The complimentary breakfast buffet was very delicious!
10
CECILE
6 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a nice 2 nite stay. We saw a toucan in their garden. The place has lots or greenery and foliage which makes it more relaxing. Breakfast was a bonus.
It was a nice 2 nite stay. We saw a toucan in their garden. The place has lots or greenery and foliage which makes it more relaxing. Breakfast was a bonus.
10
Jackie
27 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The gardens are beautiful.
The gardens are beautiful.
8
Anne
26 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Magnifique lieu et chambre grande ,propre . Jacuzzi en bonus . Terrasse sympa. Bon petit déjeuner. Personnel serviable. Comme ils n'avaient plus de thé à la menthe , la dame m'a ramené de la menthe fraîche. Merci . Ils nous ont organisé notre transport pour Taramindo en voiture privée. Je recommande .
Magnifique lieu et chambre grande ,propre . Jacuzzi en bonus . Terrasse sympa. Bon petit déjeuner. Personnel serviable. Comme ils n'avaient plus de thé à la menthe , la dame m'a ramené de la menthe fraîche. Merci . Ils nous ont organisé notre transport pour Taramindo en voiture privée. Je recommande .
10
Ersin
14 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Very lovely hotel, beautiful property, easy to find, ample parking, kind staff, walkable to much of Santa Elena. Recommended for sure!
Very lovely hotel, beautiful property, easy to find, ample parking, kind staff, walkable to much of Santa Elena. Recommended for sure!
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms and grounds as very clean and well maintained, with several calling them spotless or immaculate.
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Maria
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We arrived early and were accommodated for a check in without any problems. The gardens and property was VERY well maintained and beautiful. There were so many birds, butterflies and flowers to enjoy. We even saw a sloth in the trees by the parking lot! The room was spacious and very clean. The shower had hot water and great pressure. I loved the morning breakfast with coffee. My only wish was coffee maker in the room not just tea/hot water. But coffee was always available if wanted. The front desk had excellent recommendations for excursions and restaurants. We had no car so they also helped with taxi when needed.
We arrived early and were accommodated for a check in without any problems. The gardens and property was VERY well maintained and beautiful. There were so many birds, butterflies and flowers to enjoy. We even saw a sloth in the trees by the parking lot! The room was spacious and very clean. The shower had hot water and great pressure. I loved the morning breakfast with coffee. My only wish was coffee maker in the room not just tea/hot water. But coffee was always available if wanted. The front desk had excellent recommendations for excursions and restaurants. We had no car so they also helped with taxi when needed.
10
Steve
25 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our two-night stay here. Very friendly staff. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast provided was freshly made and delicious. Close to downtown…we walked to dinner both nights.
We really enjoyed our two-night stay here. Very friendly staff. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast provided was freshly made and delicious. Close to downtown…we walked to dinner both nights.
10
Verena
11 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel with lovely grounds and very friendly staff. Room was big and clean, with huge hot tub. The gardens are amazing, with so many birds and even a sloth.
Wonderful hotel with lovely grounds and very friendly staff. Room was big and clean, with huge hot tub. The gardens are amazing, with so many birds and even a sloth.
10
Sai
13 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Friendly staff, very helpful, clean rooms, great breakfast.
Friendly staff, very helpful, clean rooms, great breakfast.
10
Pat
27 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful landscaping and large lovely room which was spotless.
Beautiful landscaping and large lovely room which was spotless.
10
David
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Monteverde was enjoyable and the hotel was within distance of shops and restaurants, and the staff were quite pleasant & helpful. The room was well maintained and spacious, and I look forward to returning.
Monteverde was enjoyable and the hotel was within distance of shops and restaurants, and the staff were quite pleasant & helpful. The room was well maintained and spacious, and I look forward to returning.
10
Debra
29 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
It was an overnight stay before catching a very early flight back home. The room was comfortable and clean.
It was an overnight stay before catching a very early flight back home. The room was comfortable and clean.
10
Jaydev
20 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
8
Anne
26 May 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Magnifique lieu et chambre grande ,propre . Jacuzzi en bonus . Terrasse sympa. Bon petit déjeuner. Personnel serviable. Comme ils n'avaient plus de thé à la menthe , la dame m'a ramené de la menthe fraîche. Merci . Ils nous ont organisé notre transport pour Taramindo en voiture privée. Je recommande .
Magnifique lieu et chambre grande ,propre . Jacuzzi en bonus . Terrasse sympa. Bon petit déjeuner. Personnel serviable. Comme ils n'avaient plus de thé à la menthe , la dame m'a ramené de la menthe fraîche. Merci . Ils nous ont organisé notre transport pour Taramindo en voiture privée. Je recommande .
10
Michelle
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stunning property, incredible landscaping, friendly staff, immaculate room. Fantastic value.
Stunning property, incredible landscaping, friendly staff, immaculate room. Fantastic value.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with some offering private porches or patios and large tubs or jacuzzis; a standalone house option suits families. A few guests mentioned firm or squeaky beds.
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Rich
7 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
We LOVED our stay in the house of the hotel (Casa de Luna). It had plenty of beds and bathrooms for the whole family and it was nice and cool and comfortable. The surrounding plants and trees on the property are beautiful and so well-maintained, I loved seeing green parrots and other birds in the morning, and relaxing on the hammock. Plus it was close to so many great activities. I would definitely stay here again.
We LOVED our stay in the house of the hotel (Casa de Luna). It had plenty of beds and bathrooms for the whole family and it was nice and cool and comfortable. The surrounding plants and trees on the property are beautiful and so well-maintained, I loved seeing green parrots and other birds in the morning, and relaxing on the hammock. Plus it was close to so many great activities. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Lisa
20 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
10
Verena
11 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel with lovely grounds and very friendly staff. Room was big and clean, with huge hot tub. The gardens are amazing, with so many birds and even a sloth.
Wonderful hotel with lovely grounds and very friendly staff. Room was big and clean, with huge hot tub. The gardens are amazing, with so many birds and even a sloth.
10
Misako
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very beautiful place with lots of nature setting atmosphere. The receptionists were super friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, spotless, and bathtub was huge. The complimentary breakfast buffet was very delicious!
Very beautiful place with lots of nature setting atmosphere. The receptionists were super friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, spotless, and bathtub was huge. The complimentary breakfast buffet was very delicious!
10
Nataly
16 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We just loved the House we stayed in - spacious, amazing view, each bedroom had its own bathroom, the hammock outside made the stay so relaxing. We did use the kitchen as much but we would if we would stay longer, absolutely fully equipped. The receptionist called multiple places for us to find available night walk tour because many places were sold out for that one night we needed the tour. They even offer laundry service and made our laundry on time for our leave ! Overall great experience- we felt very welcomed by the property warm hospitality.. I wish we would stay longer..
We just loved the House we stayed in - spacious, amazing view, each bedroom had its own bathroom, the hammock outside made the stay so relaxing. We did use the kitchen as much but we would if we would stay longer, absolutely fully equipped. The receptionist called multiple places for us to find available night walk tour because many places were sold out for that one night we needed the tour. They even offer laundry service and made our laundry on time for our leave ! Overall great experience- we felt very welcomed by the property warm hospitality.. I wish we would stay longer..
10
Katrina
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our stay and the local wildlife. The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to a bar and restaurant. The room has an exterior entrance for privacy, was large and had a mini fridge, which is appreciated. Coffee is only available in the main communal area, which is a bit inconvenient but at least it’s available. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious!
We enjoyed our stay and the local wildlife. The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to a bar and restaurant. The room has an exterior entrance for privacy, was large and had a mini fridge, which is appreciated. Coffee is only available in the main communal area, which is a bit inconvenient but at least it’s available. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious!
10
Annie
5 Jan 2023
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Great short stopover for family with kids with access to the Cloud Forest treetop and canopy tours. Kids loved the bathtub. Husband and I loved the walking distance to town. Grandma loved how comfortable the beds were. Super cute room decor and style.
Great short stopover for family with kids with access to the Cloud Forest treetop and canopy tours. Kids loved the bathtub. Husband and I loved the walking distance to town. Grandma loved how comfortable the beds were. Super cute room decor and style.
10
Adam
26 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 19,371 nights
The Hotel Claro de Luna feels like a secret hideaway! Just a five minute walk to the center of Santa Elena, it is a truly a gem! We prebooked from the U.S. a nocturnal tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and they easily picked us up at the hotel. But I was having an issue with the reservation, trying to find out the time of pickup, and the woman at the hotel's front desk was extremely kind and helpful and resolved it for me. Our hotel room was enormous, replete with two canopy beds. The shower had beautiful tiles. Breakfast in the breakfast room was delicious. This hotel is a true gem!
The Hotel Claro de Luna feels like a secret hideaway! Just a five minute walk to the center of Santa Elena, it is a truly a gem! We prebooked from the U.S. a nocturnal tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and they easily picked us up at the hotel. But I was having an issue with the reservation, trying to find out the time of pickup, and the woman at the hotel's front desk was extremely kind and helpful and resolved it for me. Our hotel room was enormous, replete with two canopy beds. The shower had beautiful tiles. Breakfast in the breakfast room was delicious. This hotel is a true gem!
10
Jaydev
20 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
8
Anne
26 May 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Magnifique lieu et chambre grande ,propre . Jacuzzi en bonus . Terrasse sympa. Bon petit déjeuner. Personnel serviable. Comme ils n'avaient plus de thé à la menthe , la dame m'a ramené de la menthe fraîche. Merci . Ils nous ont organisé notre transport pour Taramindo en voiture privée. Je recommande .
Magnifique lieu et chambre grande ,propre . Jacuzzi en bonus . Terrasse sympa. Bon petit déjeuner. Personnel serviable. Comme ils n'avaient plus de thé à la menthe , la dame m'a ramené de la menthe fraîche. Merci . Ils nous ont organisé notre transport pour Taramindo en voiture privée. Je recommande .
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, proactive, and helpful, with staff arranging tours and reservations, sharing local tips, and accommodating early check-ins or special requests.
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Maria
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We arrived early and were accommodated for a check in without any problems. The gardens and property was VERY well maintained and beautiful. There were so many birds, butterflies and flowers to enjoy. We even saw a sloth in the trees by the parking lot! The room was spacious and very clean. The shower had hot water and great pressure. I loved the morning breakfast with coffee. My only wish was coffee maker in the room not just tea/hot water. But coffee was always available if wanted. The front desk had excellent recommendations for excursions and restaurants. We had no car so they also helped with taxi when needed.
We arrived early and were accommodated for a check in without any problems. The gardens and property was VERY well maintained and beautiful. There were so many birds, butterflies and flowers to enjoy. We even saw a sloth in the trees by the parking lot! The room was spacious and very clean. The shower had hot water and great pressure. I loved the morning breakfast with coffee. My only wish was coffee maker in the room not just tea/hot water. But coffee was always available if wanted. The front desk had excellent recommendations for excursions and restaurants. We had no car so they also helped with taxi when needed.
10
Susanna
13 Jan 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Great stay at central located hotel. Concierge was very friendly and gave us useful info and recommendations for Monteverde. Free onsite parking. Room was a good size and very reasonable price. Nice breakfast included.
Great stay at central located hotel. Concierge was very friendly and gave us useful info and recommendations for Monteverde. Free onsite parking. Room was a good size and very reasonable price. Nice breakfast included.
10
David
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Monteverde was enjoyable and the hotel was within distance of shops and restaurants, and the staff were quite pleasant & helpful. The room was well maintained and spacious, and I look forward to returning.
Monteverde was enjoyable and the hotel was within distance of shops and restaurants, and the staff were quite pleasant & helpful. The room was well maintained and spacious, and I look forward to returning.
10
Mario J
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The service and location were great. The staff was very nice and friendly, and were so helpful with suggestions on tours and restaurants. You can walk (5 minutes) to plenty of restaurants in main town of Santa Elena. For animal enthusiasts like us it was great, we saw plenty of beautiful birds on property and we even saw a sloth on hotel property on the first day of visit. We will definitely be back to this property.
The service and location were great. The staff was very nice and friendly, and were so helpful with suggestions on tours and restaurants. You can walk (5 minutes) to plenty of restaurants in main town of Santa Elena. For animal enthusiasts like us it was great, we saw plenty of beautiful birds on property and we even saw a sloth on hotel property on the first day of visit. We will definitely be back to this property.
10
Maneesh
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice place with lots of trees to watch birds and some smaller animals. Near the main shopping area of Santa Elena where there are a lot of restaurants and stores. Friendly and helpful staff!
Nice place with lots of trees to watch birds and some smaller animals. Near the main shopping area of Santa Elena where there are a lot of restaurants and stores. Friendly and helpful staff!
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Monika
4 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Erica at the receptions was ver helpful and kind
Erica at the receptions was ver helpful and kind
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Adam
26 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,371 nights
The Hotel Claro de Luna feels like a secret hideaway! Just a five minute walk to the center of Santa Elena, it is a truly a gem! We prebooked from the U.S. a nocturnal tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and they easily picked us up at the hotel. But I was having an issue with the reservation, trying to find out the time of pickup, and the woman at the hotel's front desk was extremely kind and helpful and resolved it for me. Our hotel room was enormous, replete with two canopy beds. The shower had beautiful tiles. Breakfast in the breakfast room was delicious. This hotel is a true gem!
The Hotel Claro de Luna feels like a secret hideaway! Just a five minute walk to the center of Santa Elena, it is a truly a gem! We prebooked from the U.S. a nocturnal tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and they easily picked us up at the hotel. But I was having an issue with the reservation, trying to find out the time of pickup, and the woman at the hotel's front desk was extremely kind and helpful and resolved it for me. Our hotel room was enormous, replete with two canopy beds. The shower had beautiful tiles. Breakfast in the breakfast room was delicious. This hotel is a true gem!
10
Kristene
28 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Gorgeous grounds, felt like an oasis. Jennie prepared a delicious breakfast each morning, including a great homemade salsa and homemade marmalade. She also pointed out a sloth (perezoso) sleeping in a tree outside. Josephine was kind enough to help me book a night tour and to find a kayak tour in another city . Highly recommend.
Gorgeous grounds, felt like an oasis. Jennie prepared a delicious breakfast each morning, including a great homemade salsa and homemade marmalade. She also pointed out a sloth (perezoso) sleeping in a tree outside. Josephine was kind enough to help me book a night tour and to find a kayak tour in another city . Highly recommend.
10
Murray
11 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The reception staff was very helpful, client oriented and friendly. She helped with tour booking and went out of her way delivering takeout to our room. Totally appreciated.
The reception staff was very helpful, client oriented and friendly. She helped with tour booking and went out of her way delivering takeout to our room. Totally appreciated.
10
Ersin
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very lovely hotel, beautiful property, easy to find, ample parking, kind staff, walkable to much of Santa Elena. Recommended for sure!
Very lovely hotel, beautiful property, easy to find, ample parking, kind staff, walkable to much of Santa Elena. Recommended for sure!
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Location
Convenient, walkable location near the center of Santa Elena, restaurants, and shops; several note it is easy to reach and quiet. It also serves as a good base for cloud forest activities.
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Julie
21 Jan 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Santa Elena. Beautiful Spanish style units with private patios. The staff are immediately responsive to any needs or questions. Extensive complementary breakfast buffet and my favourite thing... the 24 hour coffee station! Highly recommend!
Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Santa Elena. Beautiful Spanish style units with private patios. The staff are immediately responsive to any needs or questions. Extensive complementary breakfast buffet and my favourite thing... the 24 hour coffee station! Highly recommend!
10
Sharon
22 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Charming surroundings. Helpful staff. Home cooked breakfast. Walking distance to St. Elena.
Charming surroundings. Helpful staff. Home cooked breakfast. Walking distance to St. Elena.
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Steve
25 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our two-night stay here. Very friendly staff. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast provided was freshly made and delicious. Close to downtown…we walked to dinner both nights.
We really enjoyed our two-night stay here. Very friendly staff. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast provided was freshly made and delicious. Close to downtown…we walked to dinner both nights.
10
Lisa
20 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
10
Mario J
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The service and location were great. The staff was very nice and friendly, and were so helpful with suggestions on tours and restaurants. You can walk (5 minutes) to plenty of restaurants in main town of Santa Elena. For animal enthusiasts like us it was great, we saw plenty of beautiful birds on property and we even saw a sloth on hotel property on the first day of visit. We will definitely be back to this property.
The service and location were great. The staff was very nice and friendly, and were so helpful with suggestions on tours and restaurants. You can walk (5 minutes) to plenty of restaurants in main town of Santa Elena. For animal enthusiasts like us it was great, we saw plenty of beautiful birds on property and we even saw a sloth on hotel property on the first day of visit. We will definitely be back to this property.
10
Katrina
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our stay and the local wildlife. The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to a bar and restaurant. The room has an exterior entrance for privacy, was large and had a mini fridge, which is appreciated. Coffee is only available in the main communal area, which is a bit inconvenient but at least it’s available. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious!
We enjoyed our stay and the local wildlife. The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to a bar and restaurant. The room has an exterior entrance for privacy, was large and had a mini fridge, which is appreciated. Coffee is only available in the main communal area, which is a bit inconvenient but at least it’s available. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious!
10
Adam
26 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,371 nights
The Hotel Claro de Luna feels like a secret hideaway! Just a five minute walk to the center of Santa Elena, it is a truly a gem! We prebooked from the U.S. a nocturnal tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and they easily picked us up at the hotel. But I was having an issue with the reservation, trying to find out the time of pickup, and the woman at the hotel's front desk was extremely kind and helpful and resolved it for me. Our hotel room was enormous, replete with two canopy beds. The shower had beautiful tiles. Breakfast in the breakfast room was delicious. This hotel is a true gem!
The Hotel Claro de Luna feels like a secret hideaway! Just a five minute walk to the center of Santa Elena, it is a truly a gem! We prebooked from the U.S. a nocturnal tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and they easily picked us up at the hotel. But I was having an issue with the reservation, trying to find out the time of pickup, and the woman at the hotel's front desk was extremely kind and helpful and resolved it for me. Our hotel room was enormous, replete with two canopy beds. The shower had beautiful tiles. Breakfast in the breakfast room was delicious. This hotel is a true gem!
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Jaydev
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
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Marilyn
5 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This place was an incredible deal! Wonderful and helpful staff, beautiful grounds, the room was great and outfitted well, and the location was perfect. I would definitely stay again. My kids loved the gardens and we could easily walk to town. They helped arrange dinner reservations and tours which were all excellent.
This place was an incredible deal! Wonderful and helpful staff, beautiful grounds, the room was great and outfitted well, and the location was perfect. I would definitely stay again. My kids loved the gardens and we could easily walk to town. They helped arrange dinner reservations and tours which were all excellent.
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Ersin
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very lovely hotel, beautiful property, easy to find, ample parking, kind staff, walkable to much of Santa Elena. Recommended for sure!
Very lovely hotel, beautiful property, easy to find, ample parking, kind staff, walkable to much of Santa Elena. Recommended for sure!
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised as plentiful, freshly made, and delicious, with some homemade items. A few guests found the selection simple or repetitive, and coffee is mainly served in the communal area.
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Julie
21 Jan 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Santa Elena. Beautiful Spanish style units with private patios. The staff are immediately responsive to any needs or questions. Extensive complementary breakfast buffet and my favourite thing... the 24 hour coffee station! Highly recommend!
Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Santa Elena. Beautiful Spanish style units with private patios. The staff are immediately responsive to any needs or questions. Extensive complementary breakfast buffet and my favourite thing... the 24 hour coffee station! Highly recommend!
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Sharon
22 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Charming surroundings. Helpful staff. Home cooked breakfast. Walking distance to St. Elena.
Charming surroundings. Helpful staff. Home cooked breakfast. Walking distance to St. Elena.
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Steve
25 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our two-night stay here. Very friendly staff. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast provided was freshly made and delicious. Close to downtown…we walked to dinner both nights.
We really enjoyed our two-night stay here. Very friendly staff. Room was spacious and clean. The breakfast provided was freshly made and delicious. Close to downtown…we walked to dinner both nights.
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Lisa
20 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
Great location as it was an easy walk into the centre of town with restaurants and shopping, quick drive to hanging bridges and ziplining in the cloud forest. Big and clean rooms, private covered porch for each to watch and listen to the wildlife. Small quiet restaurant for breakfast. Great spot!
10
Sai
13 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Friendly staff, very helpful, clean rooms, great breakfast.
Friendly staff, very helpful, clean rooms, great breakfast.
10
Katrina
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our stay and the local wildlife. The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to a bar and restaurant. The room has an exterior entrance for privacy, was large and had a mini fridge, which is appreciated. Coffee is only available in the main communal area, which is a bit inconvenient but at least it’s available. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious!
We enjoyed our stay and the local wildlife. The hotel is in a good location, within walking distance to a bar and restaurant. The room has an exterior entrance for privacy, was large and had a mini fridge, which is appreciated. Coffee is only available in the main communal area, which is a bit inconvenient but at least it’s available. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious!
8
Murray
18 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Large property and room. Staff were extremely helpful. Breakfast buffet the same everyday
Large property and room. Staff were extremely helpful. Breakfast buffet the same everyday
10
Saurabh
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice quite location with delicious breakfast
Nice quite location with delicious breakfast
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Kristene
28 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Gorgeous grounds, felt like an oasis. Jennie prepared a delicious breakfast each morning, including a great homemade salsa and homemade marmalade. She also pointed out a sloth (perezoso) sleeping in a tree outside. Josephine was kind enough to help me book a night tour and to find a kayak tour in another city . Highly recommend.
Gorgeous grounds, felt like an oasis. Jennie prepared a delicious breakfast each morning, including a great homemade salsa and homemade marmalade. She also pointed out a sloth (perezoso) sleeping in a tree outside. Josephine was kind enough to help me book a night tour and to find a kayak tour in another city . Highly recommend.
10
Jaydev
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
Room was spacious and clean. Property is beautifully setup and conveniently located. Good breakfast. We had a great experience with the stay.
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Sonja
1 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Simply enchanting - we loved every minute there
Simply enchanting - we loved every minute there
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Yan
11 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a pleasant stay! The host and her family were super helpful and sweet, highly recommended!
I had a pleasant stay! The host and her family were super helpful and sweet, highly recommended!
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Mashaal
2 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The grounds at this hotel were beautiful saw many animals and the location is wonderful as you can walk to many restaurants. There weren’t any nets on the windows so if you need a breeze they need to be opened slightly (one of our tilt windows couldn’t close) but they do provide bug spray and a flashlight. Parking was very easy and breakfast was amazing!
The grounds at this hotel were beautiful saw many animals and the location is wonderful as you can walk to many restaurants. There weren’t any nets on the windows so if you need a breeze they need to be opened slightly (one of our tilt windows couldn’t close) but they do provide bug spray and a flashlight. Parking was very easy and breakfast was amazing!
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Carolina
1 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room had too much light?
The room had too much light?
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Leticia
17 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious, clean room. Breakfast was very good. It was quite warm when we were there and no air conditioning in the room with few options for opening windows. It was very warm at night.
Spacious, clean room. Breakfast was very good. It was quite warm when we were there and no air conditioning in the room with few options for opening windows. It was very warm at night.
FAQs about Hotel Claro de Luna
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately CRC 6 for adults and CRC 6 for children.
Does the property allow pets?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival for check-in arrangements, especially if arriving after 6 PM.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Monteverde, within a 15-minute walk of Monteverde Orchid Garden and Ficus La Raiz, and is 1.4 miles from Wildlife Refuge Monteverde and Vista al Golfo.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-09-27: 229.60327761535646USD
- 2026-09-28: 84.15132178015138USD
- 2026-09-29: 94.63662021099854USD
- 2026-09-30: 94.63662021099854USD
- 2026-10-01: 94.35223671905518USD
- 2026-10-02: 94.37128134997559USD
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- 2026-10-04: 78.43062783392335USD
- 2026-10-05: 225.63426105651857USD
- 2026-10-06: 272.3366999910889USD
- 2026-10-07: 272.15965578320316USD
- 2026-10-08: 272.0626392664795USD
- 2026-10-09: 94.63662021099854USD
- 2026-10-10: 96.26381202282715USD
- 2026-10-11: 94.4013485968628USD
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- 2026-10-13: 94.63662021099854USD
- 2026-10-14: 94.63662021099854USD
- 2026-10-15: 94.4013485968628USD
- 2026-10-16: 91.1774783735962USD
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- 2026-10-18: 78.43062783392335USD
- 2026-10-19: 91.1774783735962USD
- 2026-10-20: 94.63662021099854USD
- 2026-10-21: 88.01825666778565USD
- 2026-10-22: 89.68128072961427USD
- 2026-10-23: 102.21474742114259USD
- 2026-10-24: 294.65719988818364USD
- 2026-10-25: 105.62391131805421USD
- 2026-10-26: 102.21474742114259USD
- 2026-10-27: 327.38912044482424USD
- 2026-10-28: 327.38912044482424USD
- 2026-10-29: 102.21474742114259USD
- 2026-10-30: 102.21474742114259USD
- 2026-10-31: 102.21474742114259USD
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- 2026-11-15: 113.5719435230713USD
- 2026-11-16: 106.76362356469727USD
- 2026-11-17: 294.65719988818364USD
- 2026-11-18: 131.17759817333985USD
- 2026-11-19: 114.86203574468995USD
- 2026-11-20: 264.64462867541505USD
- 2026-11-21: 235.87854036633303USD
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately CRC 6 for adults and CRC 6 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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