Koora Hotel by Sandglass

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Vista Junior Suite
Cloud Forest Bungalow
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Fusion cuisine, garden views
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$559
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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Cerro Plano, 300m Noreste del BCR, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109
  • Place, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Room options

Forest Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Forest Junior Bungalow Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Forest Junior Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Grand Forest Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Forest King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Forest Signature Suite with Plunge Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Vista Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 120 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Cloud Forest Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 90 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Vista Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 90 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Monteverde

A luxury stay in Monteverde awaits you at Koora Hotel by Sandglass. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre and The Bat Jungle. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The family restaurant, Aguti, serves Fusion cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 5-property class Monteverde hotel, you'll find Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laggus - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taty's Bakery - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Koora Hotel by Sandglass. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Monteverde hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Koora Hotel by Sandglass offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Monteverde hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Aguti

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 185 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 185 (one-way)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Aguti Lodge Reserve Monteverde
Hotel Aguti Lodge Reserve
Aguti Reserve Monteverde
Aguti Reserve
Koora Hotel
Hotel Aguti Lodge Reserve
Koora Hotel by Sandglass Hotel
Koora Hotel by Sandglass Monteverde
Koora Hotel by Sandglass Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

Koora Hotel by Sandglass offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Koora Hotel by Sandglass on 31 Oct 2025 start from NZ$559.33, 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 Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

Yep, Koora Hotel by Sandglass has a free self car park.

What makes Koora Hotel by Sandglass a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Koora Hotel by Sandglass.

Does Koora Hotel by Sandglass serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Fusion cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Koora Hotel by Sandglass?

No, pets are not allowed.