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Vista Verde Lodge

Property class: 2.5
Lodge near Selvatura Adventure Park in Tronadora

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A wooden dining table with chairs, set for two, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows offering a view of a mountain.
A window with a view of lush greenery and a partly cloudy sky.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a mountain and greenery. There are two chairs and a small table in the room.
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3 kilómetros Norte de Sky Adventure, San Gerardo, Tronadora, Guanacaste, 60109
  • Place, Selvatura Adventure Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

A room with two beds, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a house outside.

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Tronadora

In Tronadora .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Selvatura Adventure Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Reserva Santa Elena and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Selvatura Adventure Park - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve - 8 min drive - 3.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Taco - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Monteverde Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Don Juan Coffee Tour - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Vista Verde Lodge

Lodge near Selvatura Adventure Park in Tronadora
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Vista Verde Lodge. An area shuttle within 5 km and a roundtrip airport shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tronadora lodge.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Vista Verde Lodge offers 12 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 57.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 57.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Vista Verde Lodge Monteverde
Vista Verde Lodge
Vista Verde Lodge Tronadora
Vista Verde Tronadora
Lodge Vista Verde Lodge Tronadora
Tronadora Vista Verde Lodge Lodge
Lodge Vista Verde Lodge
Vista Verde
Vista Verde Lodge Lodge
Vista Verde Lodge Tronadora
Vista Verde Lodge Lodge Tronadora

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vista Verde Lodge to the airport?

Vista Verde Lodge is 73.6 mi (213-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vista Verde Lodge?

As of Sept 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vista Verde Lodge on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Vista Verde Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Vista Verde Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

Does Vista Verde Lodge offer free breakfast?

Vista Verde Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Vista Verde Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Vista Verde Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Vista Verde Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Vista Verde Lodge have a pool?

Vista Verde Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Vista Verde Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Vista Verde Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Vista Verde Lodge to downtown Tronadora?

Vista Verde Lodge is 12.5 mi away from Tronadora.

Vista Verde Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 39 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good and on time. Try the banana pancakes. Staff was very helpful and toured their farm and coffee plantation. The hikes on property were great and the cloud forest experience could not be better. The rooms are sparse but great for the experience. No AC but was not needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was vacant. No one available but one cat and one dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, staff is very friendly and aims to please. The lodge offers a simple nice breakfast. Dinner is also available if you confirm - we chose to eat off property. The road to arrive is extremely rough - potholes, less than two lanes at times - but worth it once you arrive. There was no TV in our room, I suggest making certain you have games or other entertainment. I also suggest planning to arrive back at the lodge early evening, before it gets too dark, but only due to the road. Don't let any part of my review scare you. This was our second stay. They now have a hanging bridge company and zip line company off their same road - easy access to adventure outside of the waterfall hike accessible from the lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very good place to stay very relaxing and conform, the view is espectacular, staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La vista increíble cuando se despeja, tomarse un chocolate en la chimenea es una experiencia, la comida riquísima, para un fin de semana calmado para relajarse en contacto con la naturaleza, es recomendado!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Lewis C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location of Property Erroneous

VRBO listed location of Vista Verde as being in Tronadora, Costa Rica. A man at the information center who had lived all of his life in Tronadora said no such business nor address had ever existed there nor anywhere near there. We are requesting a return of funds paid for our 3-day stay at Vista Verde.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Francisco S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Excellent attention, a bit too far away from Monteverde

Property was okay, host was absolutely incredible. The hotel needs an upgrade; location? Great view of Arenal volcano, but a bit too far from Monteverde.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel était très gentil, c’était propre mais pas impeccable. Pour l’extérieur ça manquait d’amour. C’est loin de tout dans le bois donc vraiment tranquille. Un peu trop pour moi!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hospitality, top of the world, isolated in nature but roads to the Lodge are very difficult & dissaude guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceedingly charming, great views, little hiking trail, friendly dogs, accommodating staff, breakfast and dinner were included, wifi in the lobby (but not in the rooms)! Lots to love. The rooms themselves were sufficient, and had great windows, no frills, just a place to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Cloud Hideaway

The stay at the lodge was very nice , the manager and staff were always looking for my comfort , the scenery was beautiful and very quiet , also two very good hiking trails
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Fredrik

Liked: Staff & service

Remote and mountaneous conditions

No heating in the rooms and it gets pretty windy in the area. The restaurant and rooms in need of renovation however staff is very welcoming and food was good. The road leading up to this place is in terrible condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recomend staying at Vista Verde Lodge! Gustavo and the staff were so friendly and made us feel at home! The banana pancakes are so delicious! The property is absolutely gorgeous! There are views of Arenal volcano and lake that take your breath away! We can't wait to bring our family back to Vista Verde Lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Toller Ausblick, schwierige Anreise...

Das Vista Verde Lodge Hotel liegt an einem Hang mit Ausblick auf die Landschaft und den Arenal-Vulkan. Morgens kann man vom Zimmer aus den Sonnenaufgang beobachten, sehr schön. Die Zimmer sind geräumig, müssten aber mal modernisiert werden. Das Duschen war erfrischend, die Temperatur des "warmen" Wassers zwingt einen dazu, sehr schnell zu duschen. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, die Küche sehr gut. Das größte Problem ist allerdings, zum Hotel zu kommen! Wir hatten einen normalen Mietwagen, unglücklicherweise wird hier bei der Hotelbeschreibung nicht darauf hingewiesen, dass man eigentlich nur mit einem Geländewagen zum Vista Verde Lodge kommt, denn die Straße zum sehr abgelegenen Hotel ist eigentlich nicht fahrzeugtauglich, höchstens für einen Traktor! Den Weg als Schotterpiste zu betiteln, ist noch geschmeichelt. Extreme Schlaglöcher, riesige Steine, man muss teilweise mit 5 km/h einen Slalom fahren und wird ordentlich durchgerüttelt. Also: wer sich für das Vista Verde Lodge entscheidet, UNBEDINGT einen Mietagen mit Allrad-Antrieb nehmen! Generell können wir das Hotel aber empfehlen, denn Lage und Ausblick entschädigen für die holprige Anfahrt.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing view!!

Very nice staff, excellent homecook meals, view is stunning...would go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Pat

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

Was not open

Arrived on an unacceptable road. No one there. Found a cook in the kitchen making dinner for her daughter who, with sign language and broken English ( we unfortunately do not speak (Spanish) that closed and we should go.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Meghna

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Decent cabins; very friendly staff

A decent place to stay. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We got to the hotel after their kitchen has closed, but they were kind enough to accommodate us and cooked a hearty dinner for us. Its close to selvtura park and sky adventure, but a 20 min drive to downtown. The road up to the hotel is a dirt road.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

sanjay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lodge in cloud forest!

No hot water at all! Water leaked under one wall from outside. Beds were big and comfortable. No real furniture besides beds. Access to lodge is one if the most terrible road I have ever driven! You are better off staying at regular hotel in Monteverde.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vue à couper le souffle. Eugénio et sa famille ont été d'un accueil très chaleureux. Les repas étaient très bons, je recommande vivement
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful views at one with nature!

Manager is very nice and did everything to make our stay Pleasant. He helped with transport and booking tours and even helped us get home to guanacaste as we were let down by shuttle company. The hotel is having maintanence as we speak which should help as is in need of it. It is a 15 dollar taxi to saint elena but near to Selvatura and manager dropped us there for an excellent day !!Beautiful view of Arenal lake and volcano and a nice breakfast. Thanks eulogy for looking after us. See you again soon Ted and Emma.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Perfect alternative to the usual Tourist Trail

Rustic no-frills hotel with the best view in town (Well, out of town!) The staff are friendly and will cook a lovely meal for dinner if you want. It's a few kilometres from the main town and we found the road bumpy but easily accessible with a 2WD car. The location may be too remote for some, but that's what interested us in the first place! Being up in the mountains you will need a jacket to stay warm at night, but the beds are warm and comfortable. Conveniently located near to the Santa Elena Reserve and several zip lining companies, plus they also have their own jungle trails to explore. The WiFi is patchy, available only from the main dining room/reception area and requires some patience. Our bathroom was clean, and the water hot enough.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the location! Rooms were clean, staff helpful.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

If you want it take it

Its a very special youthhostal standard, with a marveles viewing at the Arenal
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Very disappointed

Where do I start. The room. If you show pictures of a nice bath tub, it would get nice if there was hot water to actually use it. No heat in the room. We literally had to stay in bed to stay warm. No place to sit and enjoy the view should you happen to see it so a small table and chairs would have been nice. No wifi in the room we were in. That was not a big deal but should be clear in the listing. In the main lodge, if you have a wood burning stove that is used for heat, use it. You should not be able to see your breath while seated at breakfast.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hyfsat boende i fantastisk natur

Bodde här 2 nätter. Rum med fantastiskt utsikt när inte molnen täcket allt vilket det gjorde en stor del av tiden. Liten chans att se Arenalvulkanen. Svalt utomhus, runt 16 grader som varmast. Även rummet var svalt ca 15-16 grader nattetid. Fanns dock varma täcken så det var inga problem att sova gott. Väldigt fuktigt klimat både inne och ute pga läget i molnskogen. Lyhört från intilliggande rum men i övrigt lugnt och fridfullt. Bra frukost som ingick. Restaurang som serverade bra mat till hyfsat pris. Trevlig personal. Väldigt dålig väg för att ta sig hit, ca 6km men tar 30 min att köra. 4wd nödvändigt.