Hotel Monte Real
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include 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
Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Rio serving guests of Hotel Monte Real. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to noon.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Monte Real in La Fortuna, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs. This hotel is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs.
What's nearby
La Fortuna Park(0.2 miles)
El Salto Fortuna River(1.1 miles)
Arenal Adventure World(1.2 miles)
Costa Rica Chocolate Tour(1.6 miles)
Ecoglide Arenal Park(2.7 miles)
Baldi Hot Springs(3.1 miles)
Kalambu Hot Springs(3.2 miles)
Paradise Hot Springs(3.3 miles)
Ecotermales Fortuna(3.3 miles)
La Fortuna Waterfall(3.4 miles)
Children's Eternal Rainforest(3.4 miles)
Los Lagos Hot Springs(3.8 miles)
Termales Los Laureles(4.1 miles)
Natura Eco Park(4.6 miles)
Go Adventure Park(4.7 miles)
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)(1.3 miles)
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)(72.3 miles)
Location
100m Sur y 300m Este de Parque Central de la Fortuna, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
La Fortuna Park (0.2 miles)
El Salto Fortuna River (1.1 miles)
Arenal Adventure World (1.2 miles)
Costa Rica Chocolate Tour (1.6 miles)
Ecoglide Arenal Park (2.7 miles)
Baldi Hot Springs (3.1 miles)
Room options
11
Premium Queen Room
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)Patio
9
Premium Quadruple Room
1 Queen Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 5
377 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
7
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
6
Standard Room
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Hotel Monte Real
8.6
Fabulous
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Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
52%
Family
22%
Group
16%
Solo
7%
What guests think
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Hotel Monte Real earns marks for its central location, clean and comfortable rooms with some volcano views, and a charming riverside setting with gardens, wildlife sightings, and a pool that offers a peaceful break from the streets of La Fortuna.
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Hotel Monte Real earns marks for its central location, clean and comfortable rooms with some volcano views, and a charming riverside setting with gardens, wildlife sightings, and a pool that offers a peaceful break from the streets of La Fortuna.
Many guests praise the cooked to order breakfast and the scenic dining by the river, though a few felt breakfast could be better. Rooms are generally spacious, though a few mention dated aspects and patchy Wi-Fi. Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, with staff arranging tours and making check in easy. Expect a comfortable, nature focused base with good value.
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Facilities
Appealing riverside grounds with wildlife viewing and a small, refreshing pool. There is an onsite restaurant and on-property parking; facilities are well maintained.
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viktoria
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was great . The hotel Is at a high traffic street , but in Tbe room in Tbe back we did not hear the noise . The pool is refreshing , not too big, but was ok . It is a great base to go for explorations from . Reception was very helpful with organizing excursions. Best massage ever just minutes away in Venus spa in a small shopping mall around the corner. Don Rufino great restaurant 3 minutes walk.
The room was great . The hotel Is at a high traffic street , but in Tbe room in Tbe back we did not hear the noise . The pool is refreshing , not too big, but was ok . It is a great base to go for explorations from . Reception was very helpful with organizing excursions. Best massage ever just minutes away in Venus spa in a small shopping mall around the corner. Don Rufino great restaurant 3 minutes walk.
10
Garth
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property. Outdoor shaded restaurant overlooking a creek. Delicious fruit and food. Well worth the price.
Beautiful property. Outdoor shaded restaurant overlooking a creek. Delicious fruit and food. Well worth the price.
10
Lawrence
May 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Outstanding stay. Plenty of parking, exceptionally maintained grounds, clean and spacious rooms. There is a small restaurant on site overlooking the river (or you can easily walk to most La Fortuna locations). We ate a light dinner there and watched parrots and toucans land near the river. There was a sloth on site as well. We did not see monkeys or otters, but we were told they often make an appearance. We were able to check in early and the service was outstanding.
Outstanding stay. Plenty of parking, exceptionally maintained grounds, clean and spacious rooms. There is a small restaurant on site overlooking the river (or you can easily walk to most La Fortuna locations). We ate a light dinner there and watched parrots and toucans land near the river. There was a sloth on site as well. We did not see monkeys or otters, but we were told they often make an appearance. We were able to check in early and the service was outstanding.
10
Kelly
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hotel right in town with a secure parking lot. Tons of dining options all within 5 minutes or less walking. The hotel also has a great restaurant with breakfast included. Luis was a joy every morning and ready with cocktails in the evening. The staff were wonderful, and helped set up reservations for excursions. A frog garden is located in the back of the hotel along the river, where we found some beautiful tree frogs. Only downside was our shower didn’t drain well. Other than that, no complaints!
Great hotel right in town with a secure parking lot. Tons of dining options all within 5 minutes or less walking. The hotel also has a great restaurant with breakfast included. Luis was a joy every morning and ready with cocktails in the evening. The staff were wonderful, and helped set up reservations for excursions. A frog garden is located in the back of the hotel along the river, where we found some beautiful tree frogs. Only downside was our shower didn’t drain well. Other than that, no complaints!
10
Leif
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Monte Real is a pleasant little compound that offers rest amid the touristy hub of La Fortuna. The breakfast is good - and, like us, you'll probably see a sloth in the branches above if you look carefully enough - and the rooms are pleasant. The pool and frog garden offer diversions if you are tired of all the driving. A good place.
Monte Real is a pleasant little compound that offers rest amid the touristy hub of La Fortuna. The breakfast is good - and, like us, you'll probably see a sloth in the branches above if you look carefully enough - and the rooms are pleasant. The pool and frog garden offer diversions if you are tired of all the driving. A good place.
8
Stefan
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, ok rooms and pool, restaurant by a little river- nice view.
Friendly staff, ok rooms and pool, restaurant by a little river- nice view.
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Patricia
Feb 28, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
A great place to stay. A big plus is the little river right beside the restaurant and sitting areas. The river was scenic and relaxing to listen to and provided wildlife sightings. Tiger herons, toucans, parrots, big King Fishers, two otters and several huge green iguanas, a mother sloth and her baby were all on the beautiful grounds of this hotel. The restaurant at the hotel is right beside the river; a wonderful place to eat. Besides the good breakfast which was included; the restaurant was also open for lunch and dinner. It was closed on Tuesday for lunch and dinner when we were there but I am not sure if this is a regular closure. We appreciated having the restaurant on site when it was pouring rain as we did not have a car. Even though there were several restaurants close by we did not want to get wet. The staff in the restaurant was wonderful; they were always looking for wildlife to show you. Location is great, close to everything. The easy hop shuttle stops right in front of the hotel. We had a junior suite with 1 king bed and while our room had a great view of the volcano it did not have an outdoor sitting area like most other rooms. The sitting area was inside and even though there were huge sliding doors to open I prefer to actually sit outside. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful and it is amazing just to see all the vegetation. We loved our stay here!
A great place to stay. A big plus is the little river right beside the restaurant and sitting areas. The river was scenic and relaxing to listen to and provided wildlife sightings. Tiger herons, toucans, parrots, big King Fishers, two otters and several huge green iguanas, a mother sloth and her baby were all on the beautiful grounds of this hotel. The restaurant at the hotel is right beside the river; a wonderful place to eat. Besides the good breakfast which was included; the restaurant was also open for lunch and dinner. It was closed on Tuesday for lunch and dinner when we were there but I am not sure if this is a regular closure. We appreciated having the restaurant on site when it was pouring rain as we did not have a car. Even though there were several restaurants close by we did not want to get wet. The staff in the restaurant was wonderful; they were always looking for wildlife to show you. Location is great, close to everything. The easy hop shuttle stops right in front of the hotel. We had a junior suite with 1 king bed and while our room had a great view of the volcano it did not have an outdoor sitting area like most other rooms. The sitting area was inside and even though there were huge sliding doors to open I prefer to actually sit outside. The grounds of the hotel are beautiful and it is amazing just to see all the vegetation. We loved our stay here!
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Misty
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, great restaurant and nice pool
Friendly staff, great restaurant and nice pool
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Timothy
Jun 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here for two nights as part of a longer trip. The location is convenient enough to walk to a number of restaurants (also restaurant on site). Parking was included and inside the hotel property. Pool was a nice amenity. Room was comfortable and quiet with clean sheets and towels and bathrooms.
We stayed here for two nights as part of a longer trip. The location is convenient enough to walk to a number of restaurants (also restaurant on site). Parking was included and inside the hotel property. Pool was a nice amenity. Room was comfortable and quiet with clean sheets and towels and bathrooms.
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MARCY
May 20, 2023
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This hotel is like a little haven within the downtown area. You drive through the gates and it is like you are in another place. Our hotel room was very clean. Immediately outside our room was the tree frog garden with many lovely flowers and plants. There is a lovely stream running through the garden, which creates a peaceful, calming sound. There are bird songs all around; not much sound from cars, etc. I even did a Zoom call from our balcony with no interruptions (with our cellular data).
This hotel is like a little haven within the downtown area. You drive through the gates and it is like you are in another place. Our hotel room was very clean. Immediately outside our room was the tree frog garden with many lovely flowers and plants. There is a lovely stream running through the garden, which creates a peaceful, calming sound. There are bird songs all around; not much sound from cars, etc. I even did a Zoom call from our balcony with no interruptions (with our cellular data).
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Cleanliness
Rooms and grounds are repeatedly described as very clean and well maintained; housekeeping is reliable.
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Gaétan
Mar 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Très bien situé dans la ville de La Fortuna. Accès aux restaurants à pied. Très bien entretenu, très propre! Un super séjour!
Très bien situé dans la ville de La Fortuna. Accès aux restaurants à pied. Très bien entretenu, très propre! Un super séjour!
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Jennifer
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
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Rachel
Apr 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing time at this hotel. It was clean, well maintained and safe. The staff were very generous and let us check in early since the room was ready. The breakfast was cooked to order and very good. The restaurant had a beautiful view and we saw many animals down by the river in the gardens. The location was perfect - very close to the Parque Central, restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacy and anything else you could possibly need. They also have an ice machine! The only issue was that the wifi was quite slow at times. 10/10 would recommend ;)
We had an amazing time at this hotel. It was clean, well maintained and safe. The staff were very generous and let us check in early since the room was ready. The breakfast was cooked to order and very good. The restaurant had a beautiful view and we saw many animals down by the river in the gardens. The location was perfect - very close to the Parque Central, restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacy and anything else you could possibly need. They also have an ice machine! The only issue was that the wifi was quite slow at times. 10/10 would recommend ;)
10
Cynthia
Feb 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, clean spacious rooms. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. We were able to book tours right at the hotel. Great value for the money.
Great location, clean spacious rooms. Reception staff were very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. We were able to book tours right at the hotel. Great value for the money.
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Lorri
Mar 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was clean and located in a great spot in Fortuna. The breakfast was wonderful too!
Hotel was clean and located in a great spot in Fortuna. The breakfast was wonderful too!
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Jill
Mar 1, 2023
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I am Canadian, used to Canadian & American hotels to set the stage. This was my first time to Costa Rica so I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Upon arrival in La Fortuna I was skeptical as it’s nothing like CAN or USA but I must say I quickly realized what a wonderful property we had chosen to stay at. It’s not fancy but it’s very clean, it’s close to everything yet set that few minutes away that it’s quiet and peaceful, you will have an excellent sleep and the city is literally footsteps away! The complimentary breakfast was delicious and you had a few options. Small pool area and view of the volcano. Staff were super friendly and helpful. I will give this hotel 5/5 and would recommend to anyone! Showers were hot and bathroom was huge! Bed was comfortable and in room safe let you explore the city and surrounding area with no worries about your valuables. I read many reviews hence why I booked Hotel Monte Real and so glad we did!!! A great choice in La Fortuna.
I am Canadian, used to Canadian & American hotels to set the stage. This was my first time to Costa Rica so I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Upon arrival in La Fortuna I was skeptical as it’s nothing like CAN or USA but I must say I quickly realized what a wonderful property we had chosen to stay at. It’s not fancy but it’s very clean, it’s close to everything yet set that few minutes away that it’s quiet and peaceful, you will have an excellent sleep and the city is literally footsteps away! The complimentary breakfast was delicious and you had a few options. Small pool area and view of the volcano. Staff were super friendly and helpful. I will give this hotel 5/5 and would recommend to anyone! Showers were hot and bathroom was huge! Bed was comfortable and in room safe let you explore the city and surrounding area with no worries about your valuables. I read many reviews hence why I booked Hotel Monte Real and so glad we did!!! A great choice in La Fortuna.
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Leah
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Traveled with my older parents and their friends. This proerty was really accessible for them. This place was pristine, really beautiful. Staff was lovely and friendly. Restaurant was delicious! Highly highly recommend.
Traveled with my older parents and their friends. This proerty was really accessible for them. This place was pristine, really beautiful. Staff was lovely and friendly. Restaurant was delicious! Highly highly recommend.
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Mindi
Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely small property, super clean and well cared for. Breakfast included which was from a full menu and delicious coffee. Modern decor in room, very spacious bathroom and shower. King bed which was average in terms of comfort. Walking distance to many restaurants and short drive to many attractions. We really enjoyed our 3 night stay!
Lovely small property, super clean and well cared for. Breakfast included which was from a full menu and delicious coffee. Modern decor in room, very spacious bathroom and shower. King bed which was average in terms of comfort. Walking distance to many restaurants and short drive to many attractions. We really enjoyed our 3 night stay!
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Katelyn
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved my stay at Hotel Monte Real! The service was excellent, and my room was clean, spacious, and nice. The location was in easy walking distance to many restaurants, including my best meal at Don Rufino. I would definitely stay here again.
I loved my stay at Hotel Monte Real! The service was excellent, and my room was clean, spacious, and nice. The location was in easy walking distance to many restaurants, including my best meal at Don Rufino. I would definitely stay here again.
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Mark
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great breakfast and grounds and room were well maintained.
Great breakfast and grounds and room were well maintained.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with volcano views available from some. A few guests note dated features and inconsistent Wi-Fi.
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Kevin
Dec 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very quiet with friendly staff. The room was spacious and the bathroom large. Good value.
Very quiet with friendly staff. The room was spacious and the bathroom large. Good value.
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viktoria
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was great . The hotel Is at a high traffic street , but in Tbe room in Tbe back we did not hear the noise . The pool is refreshing , not too big, but was ok . It is a great base to go for explorations from . Reception was very helpful with organizing excursions. Best massage ever just minutes away in Venus spa in a small shopping mall around the corner. Don Rufino great restaurant 3 minutes walk.
The room was great . The hotel Is at a high traffic street , but in Tbe room in Tbe back we did not hear the noise . The pool is refreshing , not too big, but was ok . It is a great base to go for explorations from . Reception was very helpful with organizing excursions. Best massage ever just minutes away in Venus spa in a small shopping mall around the corner. Don Rufino great restaurant 3 minutes walk.
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Raidel
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Internet service is bad. In everything else the hotel is very good.
Internet service is bad. In everything else the hotel is very good.
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Tracy
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay at this hotel! Room was immaculate with an excellent view of the volcano. Breakfast was good but the grounds were gorgeous. Driving up, you would never think it it was so nice inside!!
Loved our stay at this hotel! Room was immaculate with an excellent view of the volcano. Breakfast was good but the grounds were gorgeous. Driving up, you would never think it it was so nice inside!!
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Thomas
Nov 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A fantastic little place right in town that is just tucked away from the road enough to feel like......it`s not just tucked away from the road! Clean, friendly and helpful staff and very spacious rooms. Wonderful second floor balcony for a rich coffee and an afternoon read.
A fantastic little place right in town that is just tucked away from the road enough to feel like......it`s not just tucked away from the road! Clean, friendly and helpful staff and very spacious rooms. Wonderful second floor balcony for a rich coffee and an afternoon read.
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Diane
Dec 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Marc
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We spent 3 nights and we're delighted with the included breakfast, small pool and staff was very helpful, top notch cleanliness and very well maintained garden. Only thing maybe WiFi could be better but we had cell service. Definitely a good option that provides value for money.
We spent 3 nights and we're delighted with the included breakfast, small pool and staff was very helpful, top notch cleanliness and very well maintained garden. Only thing maybe WiFi could be better but we had cell service. Definitely a good option that provides value for money.
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Mindi
Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely small property, super clean and well cared for. Breakfast included which was from a full menu and delicious coffee. Modern decor in room, very spacious bathroom and shower. King bed which was average in terms of comfort. Walking distance to many restaurants and short drive to many attractions. We really enjoyed our 3 night stay!
Lovely small property, super clean and well cared for. Breakfast included which was from a full menu and delicious coffee. Modern decor in room, very spacious bathroom and shower. King bed which was average in terms of comfort. Walking distance to many restaurants and short drive to many attractions. We really enjoyed our 3 night stay!
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Charles
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and spacious rooms with a lovely view of the volcano from our balcony. The restaurant food was excellent and the waiting staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Clean and spacious rooms with a lovely view of the volcano from our balcony. The restaurant food was excellent and the waiting staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
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Rebecca
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A nice convenient stay near the centre of La Fortuna. Easily walkable to shops and restaurants. Beds were comfy and clean and the staff were all very helpful. The restaurant for breakfast was in a lovely spot! The hotel feels a little dated but that had no impact on our comfort or experience.
A nice convenient stay near the centre of La Fortuna. Easily walkable to shops and restaurants. Beds were comfy and clean and the staff were all very helpful. The restaurant for breakfast was in a lovely spot! The hotel feels a little dated but that had no impact on our comfort or experience.
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Service
Service is friendly and helpful, with staff arranging tours and making check in easy.
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Kelly
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hotel right in town with a secure parking lot. Tons of dining options all within 5 minutes or less walking. The hotel also has a great restaurant with breakfast included. Luis was a joy every morning and ready with cocktails in the evening. The staff were wonderful, and helped set up reservations for excursions. A frog garden is located in the back of the hotel along the river, where we found some beautiful tree frogs. Only downside was our shower didn’t drain well. Other than that, no complaints!
Great hotel right in town with a secure parking lot. Tons of dining options all within 5 minutes or less walking. The hotel also has a great restaurant with breakfast included. Luis was a joy every morning and ready with cocktails in the evening. The staff were wonderful, and helped set up reservations for excursions. A frog garden is located in the back of the hotel along the river, where we found some beautiful tree frogs. Only downside was our shower didn’t drain well. Other than that, no complaints!
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Margaret
Mar 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice simple clean hotel! I really enjoyed sitting on the little patio outside my room to have a snack or have a drink. I looked at beautiful flowers in that setting. The staff are nice and helpful. Check-in was easy and pleasant. The best thing about this hotel is breakfast. You can choose from about 6 hot meals and you get a plate of fruit (or many plates) and coffee. They have an entirely vegan hot meal, which was great for us.
Nice simple clean hotel! I really enjoyed sitting on the little patio outside my room to have a snack or have a drink. I looked at beautiful flowers in that setting. The staff are nice and helpful. Check-in was easy and pleasant. The best thing about this hotel is breakfast. You can choose from about 6 hot meals and you get a plate of fruit (or many plates) and coffee. They have an entirely vegan hot meal, which was great for us.
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Courtney
Jan 19, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was amazing. Very helpful. I traveled solo and they helped with transportation, covid test, and booking tours/adventures.
The staff was amazing. Very helpful. I traveled solo and they helped with transportation, covid test, and booking tours/adventures.
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Jennifer
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
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Karen
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel, friendly & welcoming staff
Great hotel, friendly & welcoming staff
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Andy
Jan 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great service and value for La Fortuna in town.
Great service and value for La Fortuna in town.
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Diane
Dec 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Eric
Feb 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We liked everything especially the staff at reception that was always ready to help and make us feel welcomed. The were amazing! Very friendly & helpful.
We liked everything especially the staff at reception that was always ready to help and make us feel welcomed. The were amazing! Very friendly & helpful.
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Judith
Mar 17, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very friendly, helpfull staff. They booked us on tours with Cano Aventura, a very good tour company.
Very friendly, helpfull staff. They booked us on tours with Cano Aventura, a very good tour company.
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Vida
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked our stay at Hotel Monte Real last minute when in La Fortuna. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice it was. Our room was spotless, and the restaurant food and service was unbelievable! Everything was made to order and it was delicious. In the morning we had a clear view of Arenal from our room and other spots on the property. Check in and check out were easy and the front desk staff were outstanding. I highly recommend staying here when travelling to La Fortuna!
We booked our stay at Hotel Monte Real last minute when in La Fortuna. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice it was. Our room was spotless, and the restaurant food and service was unbelievable! Everything was made to order and it was delicious. In the morning we had a clear view of Arenal from our room and other spots on the property. Check in and check out were easy and the front desk staff were outstanding. I highly recommend staying here when travelling to La Fortuna!
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Location
Central, walkable location close to the town square, shops, and restaurants; set just off the main road so it feels tucked away and quiet.
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Claire
Apr 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved my stay at the Monte Real. Perfect walking distance to the town square, but not too close to be loud at night. Right next to a river that has beautiful birds visiting every morning. The pool was great and the rooms were very clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Loved my stay at the Monte Real. Perfect walking distance to the town square, but not too close to be loud at night. Right next to a river that has beautiful birds visiting every morning. The pool was great and the rooms were very clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!
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Thomas
Apr 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We found our 2 night stay perfect for the location and proximity to the attractions we were headed too. The free breakfast included was a great touch and plenty of restaurants to walk too nearby. Quiet hotel for being on a main road and security onsite after hours.
We found our 2 night stay perfect for the location and proximity to the attractions we were headed too. The free breakfast included was a great touch and plenty of restaurants to walk too nearby. Quiet hotel for being on a main road and security onsite after hours.
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William
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, just away from centre so quiet- but a very easy walk to get into centre for shops, restaurants etc…
Great location, just away from centre so quiet- but a very easy walk to get into centre for shops, restaurants etc…
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Richard
Sep 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very convenient location near the center of town. Beautiful grounds and very friendly and helpful staff. Good value.
Very convenient location near the center of town. Beautiful grounds and very friendly and helpful staff. Good value.
10
Lauren
Feb 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was great and was just a street over from the main street with all the shopping and dining.
The location was great and was just a street over from the main street with all the shopping and dining.
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Jennifer
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
10
Diane
Dec 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
10
Florica
Nov 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice property located right in the middle of the town. You can walk anywhere, for supper or shopping. The rooms are ok and clean. Some rooms, like the one we stayed in, have a view of the Arenal volcano. Excellent breakfast. Check the back of the property for wildlife.
Really nice property located right in the middle of the town. You can walk anywhere, for supper or shopping. The rooms are ok and clean. Some rooms, like the one we stayed in, have a view of the Arenal volcano. Excellent breakfast. Check the back of the property for wildlife.
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Katelyn
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved my stay at Hotel Monte Real! The service was excellent, and my room was clean, spacious, and nice. The location was in easy walking distance to many restaurants, including my best meal at Don Rufino. I would definitely stay here again.
I loved my stay at Hotel Monte Real! The service was excellent, and my room was clean, spacious, and nice. The location was in easy walking distance to many restaurants, including my best meal at Don Rufino. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Scott
Jan 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay, hope to come back. The location is great, can easily walk to lots of places. Parking is easy, the property itself is gorgeous, rooms are clean and nice, and the breakfast is tasty. A wonderful place to stay for a vacation.
Great place to stay, hope to come back. The location is great, can easily walk to lots of places. Parking is easy, the property itself is gorgeous, rooms are clean and nice, and the breakfast is tasty. A wonderful place to stay for a vacation.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised as cooked to order and tasty, with vegetarian or vegan options; riverside dining is a highlight and other meals are well received. A few guests thought breakfast could be better.
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Garth
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property. Outdoor shaded restaurant overlooking a creek. Delicious fruit and food. Well worth the price.
Beautiful property. Outdoor shaded restaurant overlooking a creek. Delicious fruit and food. Well worth the price.
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Kelly
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hotel right in town with a secure parking lot. Tons of dining options all within 5 minutes or less walking. The hotel also has a great restaurant with breakfast included. Luis was a joy every morning and ready with cocktails in the evening. The staff were wonderful, and helped set up reservations for excursions. A frog garden is located in the back of the hotel along the river, where we found some beautiful tree frogs. Only downside was our shower didn’t drain well. Other than that, no complaints!
Great hotel right in town with a secure parking lot. Tons of dining options all within 5 minutes or less walking. The hotel also has a great restaurant with breakfast included. Luis was a joy every morning and ready with cocktails in the evening. The staff were wonderful, and helped set up reservations for excursions. A frog garden is located in the back of the hotel along the river, where we found some beautiful tree frogs. Only downside was our shower didn’t drain well. Other than that, no complaints!
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Jennifer
Feb 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
The hotel was centrally located a few blocks from the main square. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were very attentive and friendly and helped getting me a last minute night tour. The breakfast was delicious with good vegetarian options and had a nice outdoor seating area overlooking a stream. We liked chatting in our poco Spanish with our waitress Rachel :) We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again !
8
Judith
Mar 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
All facilities in hotel were good. Staff from reception being helpful in every respect to maid service being really good. One suggestion would be to install a grab bar in shower area for safety Free breakfast was ok but dinner at night was excellent.
All facilities in hotel were good. Staff from reception being helpful in every respect to maid service being really good. One suggestion would be to install a grab bar in shower area for safety Free breakfast was ok but dinner at night was excellent.
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Emily
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The breakfast dining was great with a calm, peaceful location right on the water. We enjoyed searching for frogs in the pond area. Very convenient to walk into town.
The breakfast dining was great with a calm, peaceful location right on the water. We enjoyed searching for frogs in the pond area. Very convenient to walk into town.
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Diane
Dec 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Hotel well located close to centre of La Fortuna. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spacious with fabulous view of Arenal Volcano. Bar and Restaurant located beside river with a variety of wildlife. Breakfast cooked to order and was very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Carina
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I very much enjoyed staying at this hotel. Guest service reserved our tours with pickup and drop off included. The daily breakfast was delicious. There’s a river that runs through the back property and you can take a nice stroll and enjoy the nature. Shopping and restaurant locations were walking distance.
I very much enjoyed staying at this hotel. Guest service reserved our tours with pickup and drop off included. The daily breakfast was delicious. There’s a river that runs through the back property and you can take a nice stroll and enjoy the nature. Shopping and restaurant locations were walking distance.
8
Kyle
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast needs work.
Breakfast needs work.
10
Vida
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked our stay at Hotel Monte Real last minute when in La Fortuna. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice it was. Our room was spotless, and the restaurant food and service was unbelievable! Everything was made to order and it was delicious. In the morning we had a clear view of Arenal from our room and other spots on the property. Check in and check out were easy and the front desk staff were outstanding. I highly recommend staying here when travelling to La Fortuna!
We booked our stay at Hotel Monte Real last minute when in La Fortuna. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice it was. Our room was spotless, and the restaurant food and service was unbelievable! Everything was made to order and it was delicious. In the morning we had a clear view of Arenal from our room and other spots on the property. Check in and check out were easy and the front desk staff were outstanding. I highly recommend staying here when travelling to La Fortuna!
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Charles
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and spacious rooms with a lovely view of the volcano from our balcony. The restaurant food was excellent and the waiting staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Clean and spacious rooms with a lovely view of the volcano from our balcony. The restaurant food was excellent and the waiting staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
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Austin
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
The building may not look like much on the outside but the rooms are awesome, large, and comfy. The grounds are beautiful, with the Arenal river running right behind it. The staff is very friendly and the free breakfast is very good. Best of all, location is super convenient to downtown La Fortuna, without being right in the middle of everything. We could walk everywhere! It has a great view of the volcano and isn't far to all of the outdoor stuff.
The building may not look like much on the outside but the rooms are awesome, large, and comfy. The grounds are beautiful, with the Arenal river running right behind it. The staff is very friendly and the free breakfast is very good. Best of all, location is super convenient to downtown La Fortuna, without being right in the middle of everything. We could walk everywhere! It has a great view of the volcano and isn't far to all of the outdoor stuff.
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parikshit
Aug 11, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, convenient location, helpful staff and very reasonable price.
Clean, convenient location, helpful staff and very reasonable price.
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Elisabeth
Jul 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We were a family of five who stayed here for two nights in July. The location was perfect in the middle of town. Breakfast was served from 6.20, which was convenient when going to early morning tours. Quite and nice place. Felt safe.
We were a family of five who stayed here for two nights in July. The location was perfect in the middle of town. Breakfast was served from 6.20, which was convenient when going to early morning tours. Quite and nice place. Felt safe.
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Family
Jun 23, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
There’s a little garden on the property by the river that’s full of interesting creatures.
There’s a little garden on the property by the river that’s full of interesting creatures.
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Chreatha
Jun 6, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful property very close to town and walkable.
Beautiful property very close to town and walkable.
Property Policies
Check-in instructions
Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 22:00
Before 12:00
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FAQs about Hotel Monte Real
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, though it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to noon.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs, 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park, and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available. It is seasonal and operational hours may vary.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but they may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
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- 2026-10-18: 82.63177946024324USD
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- 2026-10-31: 81.97612614199066USD
- 2026-11-01: 95.29280409822846USD
- 2026-11-02: 81.97612614199066USD
- 2026-11-03: 82.22927807865906USD
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- 2026-11-22: 88.32428308498383USD
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- 2026-11-27: 89.9738026284485USD
- 2026-11-28: 82.43600040248872USD
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- 2026-12-15: 98.50131486658478USD
- 2026-12-16: 97.13171841344453USD
- 2026-12-17: 95.84209264081574USD
- 2026-12-18: 130.10211661260988USD
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
- 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
- Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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