Cala Lodge places you steps from Mundo de los Insectos and within a 10-minute stroll of Ficus La Raiz. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Monteverde hotel, you'll be 5.2 km (3.3 mi) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.
What's nearby
Monteverde Orchid Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
Curi-Cancha Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 153 min drive
Restaurants
Café Monteverde - 5 min walk
Las Riendas Restaurant - 16 min walk
Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - 6 min walk
Restaurante Sabor Tico - 3 min walk
Bon Appetit! - 15 min walk
About this property
Cala Lodge
Hotel in Monteverde with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Cala Lodge. Free self parking is available.
This 3-star Monteverde hotel is smoke free.
18 guestrooms or units
2 levels
4 buildings
Conference rooms
Built in 2006
Manager's reception (free)
Coffee in lobby
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Games room or arcade
Library
Terrace
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
No smoking on site
Water dispenser
Dining venue
Cala Lodge offers 18 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and a hairdryer. Tempur-Pedic beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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2 floors
4 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 2006
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch smart TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
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Access via exterior corridors
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CRC 10000
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Cala Lodge
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! One child 8 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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.
Late check-out fee: CRC 10000 (subject to availability)
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
One child aged 8 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
Cala Lodge
Cala Lodge Monteverde
Cala Monteverde
Cala Lodge Costa Rica/Monteverde
Cala Hotel Monteverde
Cala Lodge Hotel
Cala Lodge Monteverde
Cala Lodge Hotel Monteverde
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Cala Lodge?
Cala Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Cala Lodge?
As of 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cala Lodge on 11 May 2025 start from NZ$126.76, including 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.
Is parking available at Cala Lodge?
Yep, Cala Lodge has a free self car park.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cala Lodge?
No, Cala Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Cala Lodge?
Yep, you can grab a meal at Cala Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.
What time are check-in & check-out at Cala Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at Cala Lodge?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Cala Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We had a small family reunion and Cala Lodge was amazing. This was our daughters’ first time in Monteverde. They were treated like family and felt the warm Pura Vida welcome at all times.
There were exotic birds everywhere. The room was quaint and comfortable, set right on the jungle. There were self-guided traiks through the jungle with information on the various flora and fauna, including the massive strangling fig trees and gorgeous Motmot birds. The food was fresh and authentic and we watched birds and monkeys come right up to the tables while we ate.
We plan to come back next year to this little haven in the jungle.
This was such a cute place to stay and one of my favorites of our 10 day trip. The breakfast is yummy and the view from the breakfast is so beautiful. While we were eating, a monkey came up to us along with some birds. You can also spend some time bird watching which was beautiful. The actual room is nice and spacious, great for a big group of people or even just for two like us. We had a kitchen and a cute balcony. The staff is very pleasant and gave great recoomendations. I would stay here again
The surrounding at this location is great and enjoyable. The rooms are small and this place is a bit pricey but very enjoyable and relaxing.
It is a lovely place for vacation!
Cute property. Lots of birds and wildlife around the property. Great walking trail. The front desk was very helpful in rearranging our excursions and booking us better ones than were online.
Loved the property and being in nature. Close to center of Santa Elena if you have a car, otherwise it’s a 20-min or so walk and you have to go up and down an incline. So it’s not super convenient into the center by foot. But taxis cost $5 to and from the center and shuttles are $4 one-way to National parks. The surroundings here are very peaceful and beautiful and you’ll see lots of birds, butterflies, and other animals!
Excellent breakfast, very nice staff, comfortable beds, beautiful property and you can see butterflies and birds while you eat! Also surprisingly high quality beauty products and overall eco-friendly place. Great deal of a hotel! Not fancy but very cozy and felt like home. Loved it
Cala Lodge is in a beautiful natural setting, relatively quiet but within walking distance of shops and restaurants. The lodge has a helpful staff, high sustainability ratings (Blue Flag and Green Leaf) and contributes to the local community. Excellent breakfast included in rates. Some of the smaller rooms are less comfortable, but all are clean and well provisioned. We will definitely come back.
Tucked away property with beautiful views and small trails around their property. We saw birds and wildlife. Super friendly and helpful staff. Room was small and simple but clean.
Very helpful with information at check-in, booked a night tour for us. Great room with balcony to listen to rain, birds, howlers while staying dry & relaxing. Walkable area to restaurants & a trail on property for bird watching.
We loved our stay at Cala Lodge! The staff went out of their way for us and gave us good information on many questions about the area. They even set up a birding guide for us; Roy Porras was excellent, top notch! We saw so many great birds from our deck and the breakfast area!!! We would definitely visit their again and I highly recommend Cala Lodge!!!
Kim
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Michael
Travelled with family
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
1. Beautiful surroundings
2. “Suites” are actually 4 small apartments in one building. Family next door with little kids up at 6:30, and they are in the next room. Not their fault, but no insulation so super loud.
3. Not enough parking so we returned from dinner in the pouring rain to find our parking spot gone
4. Looked forward to tea and cake from 3-5, but the cake was gone upon our arrival at 3:45 and never replenished.
5. Most expensive place we stayed and felt like the cheapest.
6. Great atv tour
This is a simple and cute property in Monteverde, not far from the town (as long as you have a car). The staff is very friendly and helped us book all of our tours. The breakfast was also excellent.
Our favorite part about the property were the animals we saw. Toucanets, hummingbirds, and lots of other small birds and mammals were roaming around - what a treat!