Jaguarundi Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Monteverde Orchid Garden

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Jaguarundi Lodge in Monteverde combines natural beauty with comfort. Guests can book a deep-tissue massage, explore the garden, or enjoy a breakfast buffet on the scenic terrace. Free WiFi in common areas and coworking spaces are available for those balancing relaxation with work.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 440
AED 497 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Rustic Cabins

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Rustic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
200 mts North Monteverde Bus Station, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Jaguarundi Lodge

Hotel near Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
Located close to Monteverde Orchid Garden and Curi-Cancha Reserve, Jaguarundi Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage or other spa services. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe and coworking spaces
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers
  • Balconies and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Winery release events

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways (47 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (47 inches high)
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Monteverde Luxury Hostel
Monteverde Luxury
Jaguarundi Lodge Monteverde
Jaguarundi Monteverde
Jaguarundi Lodge Hotel
Jaguarundi Lodge Monteverde
Jaguarundi Lodge Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is Jaguarundi Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jaguarundi Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jaguarundi Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jaguarundi Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Jaguarundi Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Monteverde Orchid Garden and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens. Curi-Cancha Reserve and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Jaguarundi Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 203 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Friendly staff. Lovely grounds around the bungalows
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay it was like you were in the jungle.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel that allowed us to submerge ourselves in the rainforest. We enjoyed watching the wildlife from our porch. The complimentary breakfast was delicious and happy hour was a hit. The staff were friendly and very helpful when needed. I would highly recommend this hotel for your next trip to Monteverde.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Noeleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet friendly and really walkable, older and very basic rooms but clean .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

zbigniew

Quiet, lots of nature. Friendly, professional, helpful staff. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cabin-style rooms in dense foliage, yet within a few blocks walking distance to: an excellent restaurant and craft cocktail bar (Natu Speakeasy), a fun leafy sportsbar with live entertainment (Tree House), and delicious coffee, sandwiches and pastries (at Zuccaro). The hotel bar, restaurant and breakfast area were also terrific. Special thanks to front desk receptionist Manfred who was so helpful in sharing ideas to explore that beautiful area. Definitely plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel! I was apprehensive after reading a few of the reviews, but after staying here, I couldn’t be happier to report this is the place to stay! Quaint rustic cabins, tucked in the jungle with monkeys, coati, agouti & motmots right outside your door. If you’re planning a stay in Monteverde, you won’t be disappointed with Jaguarundi!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Leverett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting. Rustic rooms are very basic. Breakfast & service lovely. VERY convenient just next to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

Simply Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A property in a wooded area. Be aware there is no AC.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very wonderful property. On our first morning there, we woke to the sounds of the howler monkeys! I saw a few on the property. We saw lots of wildlife, which is what we had been hoping for. The trails are beautiful. It felt very safe and the staff was wonderful. There is an easy walk to town for restuarants and shopping. This property was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Jaguarund is the perfect jungle lodge nestled in the forest next to town. There is a lot of wildlife and trails you can hike on site. Ana and Menado were very helpful and nice. The breakfast is delicious, especially the home made marmalade. It's hard to beat this place for a mix of jungle and convenience! I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Immersive Jungle Experience

This lodge isn’t for everyone, but for those whom it is well suited to it offers a wonderfully immersive rainforest experience. Our room was spacious and fairly comfortable and we felt very much like we were alone in the jungle while hotel and other amenities were very readily accessible. My only caution is that those with mobility issues could find accessing some of the rooms very challenging due to steep walkways that must be climbed to reach some cabins. There are several on the same level as the lobby/reception area, so if you aren’t comfortable with a pretty tough climb on sketchy sidewalks, in the dark, be sure to specify that. If you are able and a bit more intrepid, definitely go for the “full jungle experience”! All my attached photos were taken on the lodge grounds
Lesson’s Motmot
Ficus Tree
Glasswing Butterfly
Monkey sculpture
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jaguarundi was a real disappointment on our trip. We had booked a superior cabin at an expensive rate. The cabin was basic and unclean with dirt on the walls and in the bathroom. The mattresses were poor quality and were dirty, as was the bed linen. There were also dangerous concrete paths to get to the cabins which were steep and slippy. The one & only redeeming factor about this place is its location next to Santa Elena. I would not recommend this as a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great setting and service, but run-down facility

Jaguarundi resembles staying at a summer camp--beautiful setting, but the facility is run-down and not well maintained. The hotel is set in the woods and there is a 1 km hiking trail where I saw coatis, agoutis, and several colorful birds. But the room charm ends with the wood paneling in the rooms--there was no heat or extra blankets in my room, the toilets didn't flush well, the showers ran out of hot water easily, and the light fixtures were rusted. The property is extremely hilly and, if you're not in the main lodge, is difficult to navigate if you're unfit or have heavy bags. The service was GREAT! Manfred was a huge help in terms of explaining the facility and helping me plan activities while I was in Monteverde. The property isn't worth what they charge per night, but if you're looking for a summer camp vibe in Monteverde for a couple of nights with really good service, this place works.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zainab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought the property was wonderful - if you like to camp and stay in a cottage. There was no AC, but the staff provided us with a fan when we asked. Quite honestly we did not need the fan as it got quite chilly at night. I would say though that this property is not accessible at all. There is a lot of steep walking and stairs. We had to carry our luggage quite far and it got heavy at one point. If you have any knee/ back pain, I would not suggest this place. Otherwise, it is perfect the able-bodied individuals. There are howler monkeys and a lot of animals in the trees- they make scary sounds but are mostly harmless!

10/10 Excellent

Ivis

Liked: Amenities
Personal amable, desayuno rico y limpio.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

francoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Neutre

Points positifs Bien situé, centre ville accessible à pied, dans la vegetation nous avons vu des singes à face blanche. Chambres avec lits confortables. Points negatifs : l'isolation sonore des chambres et le fait que le petit déjeuner se prenne dans l'hôtel d'à côté, ou il faut grimper pour y arriver.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location being close to town but also in the forest. The property is well maintained, beautiful and full of wildlife, and the staff was incredibly hospitable and helpful. The room was simple but comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

candice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manfred made checking in easy and not a hassle what so ever. The rooms had a vibe of their own and the shower actually had some good pressure. You can hear howler monkeys both morning and night and feel submerged in the jungle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Stay at a True Costa Rican Paradise! I had the most incredible experience at this lodge! From the moment we arrived, the warm and attentive service made us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and authentically Costa Rican. Every meal was a highlight! But the best part? Waking up to wild animals just steps outside our room. We spotted playful monkeys hanging out nearby. It was like staying in the heart of the rainforest! If you’re looking for a unique, immersive getaway with fantastic food and jungle food, this lodge is a must. I can’t wait to come back! Note: Our room did not have a TV or AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ankit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time here- the views and the cabin did not disappoint. We heard howler monkeys, and saw a few animals and variety of birds. The room was comfy and reception was very helpful explaining/planning the activities. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ardavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much. The highlight was that the cabin was surrounded by nature and we felt like we were secluded in the jungle. We heard the howler monkeys at night and were delighted by many Coati foraging in the forest right in front of our cabin. There were even probably 20 baby ones! The Agoutis were also a delight. Breakfast at the Ficus hotel was excellent. The hotel was walkable to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025