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Lauraceas Lodge

Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota

Located in San Gerardo de Dota, 19 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Lauraceas Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

S
Sylvia
From
Germany
The bungalows are built in a traditional way and surprise at the same time with a modern and very comfortable interior. The Lodge comes with its own huge garden (like a park) full of wonderful flowers and birds and offers a path for the visitor to enjoy the beauty. Lauraceas Lodge offers birdwatching tours and especially one to see the Quetzal with an experienced guide, who is the owner of the lodge. Breakfast and dinner were really tasty and the staff (partly members of the family) is really friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$134
1 night, 2 adults

Las Cataratas Lodge

Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota

Situated in San Gerardo de Dota, 13 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Las Cataratas Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

A
Arend-Jan
From
Netherlands
Very nicely locate in the Quetzal mountains. Loved the small set up of this place. Cabines are simple but comfortable and blend in with the surrounding. There are two lovely trails for hiking, a pond with fishes and hummingbird are buzzing around the area. The staff was very friendly and appriciated that everything that we consumed could be add to our master bill and paid on departure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults

Hospedaje Casa Monge

San Gerardo de Dota

Situated in San Gerardo de Dota in the San José region, Hospedaje Casa Monge features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Madeleine
From
Canada
This was a beautiful magical place. The best place to see Quetzal is near an avacado tree right on this property. The cabin is right on the river, walking distance to two restaurants with beautiful patios. The drive from Quetzales national park entrance is lots of switchbacks and you must be very careful. Look for the “unicorn lodge” sign on your left coming down the mountain in San Gerardo. “Casa monge” itself isn’t well signed from the main road. I would recommend this place to anyone, it was fantastic! Dirche, the owner, was absolutely lovey and took us out at 5:30 to see the quetzals. I would also recommend the waterfall hike about 2kms down the hill from Casa Monge- a bit treacherous at times but well worth it, 2-3 hrs total!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$70
1 night, 2 adults

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota

Set in Providencia, 42 km from Manuel Antonio, Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

S
Samo
From
Germany
Amazing place. Abundance of birds in the beautiful garden. Hummingbirds everywhere. Great facilities, beautiful location, good food in the restaurant. cozy room, big bed and big bathtub. Absolutely nothing we didn’t like.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 886 reviews
Price from
US$177.60
1 night, 2 adults

Trogon Lodge

San Gerardo de Dota

Trogon Lodge is located 1.5 km from San Gerardo de Dota town centre and 9 km from Los Quetzales National Park. It features an extensive garden, a terrace and BBQ facilities.

L
Lukas
From
Germany
The hotel is very special. We had our own cosy lodge. The staff is very friendly and helpful. As it can be a bit cold at night, we even had hot-water bottles. There is also a heater. In the spacious area of the Trogon Lodge, there is very much to see, for example different species of plants and animals like humming birds, lizards and even Quatzals. The lodge does also offer a shorter and a longer exciting hiking track in the cloud forest. We booked a Quetzal watching tour in the morning and really saw about 5 Quetzals.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Price from
US$153
1 night, 2 adults

Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

San Gerardo de Dota

Offering an a la carte restaurant, Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge is located in Providencia. It is surrounded by private tropical gardens and boasts an on-site art gallery and free daily breakfast.

I
Isadora
From
Costa Rica
Location was perfect in the middel of the jungle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
US$216
1 night, 2 adults

Casa D'Pa

San Gerardo de Dota

Set 17 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Casa D'Pa offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides a terrace. Outdoor seating is also available at the holiday home.

L
Laura
From
Germany
Excellent accomodation with really comfortable beds. We had some trouble finding it, but the communication with the owner was helpful and fast, so that the small hickup was resolved within minutes. The check-in was then uncomplicated with a key box and code, and the payment was easily done digitally. Perfect! The house itself is cozy and well equipped, very private with ample parking space. We can´t say much more as we only stayed one night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
US$64.80
1 night, 2 adults

Entre Árboles Lodge

San Gerardo de Dota

Featuring mountain views, Entre Árboles Lodge provides accommodation with patio, around 17 km from Cerro de la Muerte. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

A
Adan
From
Costa Rica
Everything was a delight, it's one of those place where it's actually better in person, pictures fall short as the place is much better. We were able to observe quetzal from our own balcony. Serenity and calmness are in every corner and nature is exquisite. Bonus: try the breakfast and the bird watching tour they offer. Thank you Kennett for the experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
Price from
US$142
1 night, 2 adults

Miriam'S Quetzals lodge

San Gerardo de Dota

Boasting garden views, Miriam'S Quetzals lodge features accommodation with a garden, around 13 km from Cerro de la Muerte.

P
Perahia
From
Canada
It's very cute to discover the quetzales area. Liliane and her Sister miriam (restaurant next door) and very sweet and welcoming. Really enjoyed our visit !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

Cabañas San Gerardo

San Gerardo de Dota

Featuring mountain views, Cabañas San Gerardo in San Gerardo de Dota features accommodation, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant.

J
John
From
Costa Rica
The place was incredible the owners even helped to find clothes for my kids, I will definably be back in the future. For the price this was on of the best places I've stayed in Costa Rica and the climate was absolutely incredible.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults
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Cabaña Paraíso Verde

Providencia
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Providencia and only 27 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Cabaña Paraíso Verde provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$50.85 per night

Tami Lodge

Providencia
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Tamì Lodge is situated in Providencia, 3 hours from Manuel Antonio National Park. San José is 70 km away. Free private parking is available on site. Bed linen is featured.

From US$105.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

Situated in San Gerardo de Dota in the San José region, Hospedaje Casa Monge features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

Located in San Gerardo de Dota in the San José region, Quetzal Valley Cabins provides accommodation with free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Set in San Gerardo de Dota and only 13 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Cabañas San gerardo offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Cabaña sangerdo #9

Copey
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Copey in the San José region, Cabaña sangerdo #9 has a balcony. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

From US$101.70 per night

Casa#7

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Offering a garden, Casa#7 features accommodation in San José. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

Cabaña 10

San Gerardo de Dota
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in San Gerardo de Dota in the San José region, Cabaña 10 has a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 656 reviews

Amid a forest is located Hotel de Montaña Suria, a property that offers free Wi-Fi connection throughout and complimentary breakfast with your stay.

From US$186.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Hotel de Montaña Gema del Bosque is a 5-star property located in Copey. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from Cerro de la Muerte. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

A recently renovated chalet located in San Gerardo de Dota, El Quetzalito Cabin features a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, a pool table, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$101.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

With mountain views, Hospedajes Richie Eco Camp is located in Providencia and has a restaurant, a tour desk, bar, garden, picnic area and terrace.

From US$62.15 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring garden views, Casa Buena Vista San Gerardo de Dota provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 17 km from Cerro de la Muerte.

From US$140.12 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Beautiful location across from the river. Birders paradise. Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable beds. Very clean.
Guest review by
Linda
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$84.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Location
Guest review by
john
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
This was a perfect stay in this remote valley. The room was comfortable and the staff was very friendly. In addition the restaurant was excellent and not expected in such a remote location. Short distance to hiking trails and the lodge private garden were nice additions.
Guest review by
Russ Bishop
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Great location.
Guest review by
Eleanor
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$186.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 656 reviews
Great location wonderful people. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Guest review by
Deanna
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$186.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 656 reviews
Location and being able to book guided birding tours through reception. Great birding and scenery.
Guest review by
Martin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$131.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
The outstanding features of this hotel are the birdlife ( the hotel puts out feeders for both hummingbirds and fruit eaters, and we spent hours on the terrace watching the birds) and the location right beside the beautiful, wild, Savegre river. Our 2 roomed cabin was spacious and comfortable, with a veranda overlooking the river. The previous day our neighbours had seen quetzals in the garden, though we were not so lucky.
Guest review by
gillgill999
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$186.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 656 reviews
Great location, beautiful garden. Very friendly staff
Guest review by
Namaba
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Location is good. Trails next to cabins. Parking place. View.
Guest review by
Mikaela
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Everything Amazing meals, great choices & beautifully presented. Great staff Great location Great guide
Guest review by
SHEILA
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
The location in the mountains is exceptional, as is the view from the cabin balcony. We saw quetzals at cabin 3. We had breakfast at Miriams cafe a few minutes walk uphill and there saw a wonderful array of birds including hummingbirds, acorn woodpeckers, toucan and many more. A delight. Our cabin 0 was wonderful. We loved it.
Guest review by
Margaret
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$220.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Location,wildlife, beautiful trees, plants,river ponds,and early morning visit to view the quetzal Greivin was a great help and wonderful guide Restaurant and bars are also beautiful
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David
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
The location in a beautiful garden next to the forest is great for bird watching and the forest trails are very nice. David and his family are great hosts.
Guest review by
Pirmin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$220.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Great location, beautiful gardens.
Guest review by
Rogerio
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
The location is amazing, deep in a valley in San Gerardo de Dota, close to Los Quetzales National Park. The unit looks like a converted container or trailer and is well equipped and comfortable. Like others have mentioned, it does get cold at night. This was ok for us, but it was a huge (and welcome) contrast to the searing heat on the Osa Peninsula.
Guest review by
Leigh Clark
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$220.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Location, set up and grounds were al great.
Guest review by
Evan
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Everything was fantastic, the location inside the Biosphere Nature Reserve and the Quetzals. The kitchen was very nice, beds were comfortable and the walk to the waterfall was lovely.
Guest review by
Hendrik
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$220.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
This is such a beatiful place. It has a little own trail into the cloud forest. Lots of birds.. Small river passing the location. A fatastic restaurant. And a Trogon bird ;)
Guest review by
Moritz
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$186.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 656 reviews
Very friendly welcome, location and gardens very beautiful with good bird life. The food was very good - some of the best we have had in CR.
Guest review by
CHARLOTTE
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
The cabin was beautiful, all timber which smelled amazing and was fitting for the location. Beautiful big windows looking out towards the river and the absolute best shower we had in a 13 day trip. Alicia who's grandfather was one the pioneers of the valley was absolutely delightful and provided us with outstanding service, and it was fantastic to learn her families history. We genuinely hope to come back and visit again.
Guest review by
Evan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$166.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 886 reviews
Such an excellent place , especially when exploring the nearby trails for hiking and observing animals. Great location and very friendly staff
Guest review by
jan
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Beautiful location, with lovely gardens to enjoy and great walks along the riverside. Lots of hummingbirds for birders. The staff were super friendly and hard working, made our stay all the more enjoyable. Would definitely recommend. We stayed as a family of 4 with two children 9&11, and the space worked really well for us. You could close off the curtains in the evening for privacy if needed.
Guest review by
rebecca
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$131.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
fantastic location and very friendly helpful staff. fantastic breakfast.
Guest review by
Mark
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$220.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Location was fabulous and attention to detail in every aspect!
Guest review by
danette
Young couple