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OutBox Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A covered outdoor area with a concrete floor, wooden furniture, and potted plants.
A person seated at a table inside a room with large windows, a wooden floor, and a view of greenery outside.
A two-story building with a sign indicating a breakfast area. The building has large windows and a well-maintained garden with stone pathways.
A wooden table with chairs and a vase of flowers, set against a large window overlooking a lush garden.
A compact room with a bunk bed, a small window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Explore the area

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Center Santa Elena, Monteverde, Provincia de Puntarenas, 51004
  • Place, Monteverde Orchid Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ranario
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a bed, a small bedside table, a hanging light, a door, and a wall-mounted shelf with a plant.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed, Non Smoking

A small, single-bed room with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a plant, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

Basic Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a hanging light, a door, and a small shelf with a plant.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bed with a pillow and a laptop, a window, and a door with a lock.

Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 8 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Monteverde

At OutBox Inn you'll be within steps of Jardín de Orquídeas and Monteverde Orchid Garden. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Monteverde hotel, you'll be 5.4 km (3.3 mi) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Jardín de Orquídeas - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ranario - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Centro Comercial Monteverde - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wildlife Refuge Monteverde - 7 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Amistad - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monteverde Brewing Company - ‬19 min walk

About this property

OutBox Inn

There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at OutBox Inn. Self parking is free.

This Monteverde hotel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
OutBox Inn offers 11 accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

OutBox Inn Monteverde
OutBox Monteverde
OutBox
OutBox Inn Hotel
OutBox Inn Monteverde
OutBox Inn Hotel Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at OutBox Inn?

Yep, OutBox Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at OutBox Inn?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OutBox Inn on 4 Sept 2026 start from NZ$68, 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 OutBox Inn family-friendly?

No, OutBox Inn is an adults-only property.

Does OutBox Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at OutBox Inn?

No, OutBox Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at OutBox Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at OutBox Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at OutBox Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at OutBox Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

OutBox Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and simple place :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good value for a great location. the restaurant nearby is decent too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and accomodating, rooms are fairly basic but meet the needs of a budget traveller. Rooms are clean and have the basic items included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean, organised and well placed. We had a perfectly fine time here. Good to hang out with people also.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the premise, the rooms, and the vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Halima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazinh place to stay. Very helpful staff. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got the room option with private bathroom very basic but good for what we needed. Felt safe and it was super convenient to everything. Hostel vibes with friendly staff and a restaurant right next door. If you want a place to rest your head between adventures this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hostel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anneke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lounge area is quite comfortable and is beneficial if you wanna talk to new people
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sirin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed two nights in a private room, the ladies on reception were so friendly and helpful with helping book my activities, they’ve really created a welcoming and chilled vibe. The kitchen and outdoor area is lovely. There’s everything you need both in the property and nearby. It was very chilly at night but was provided with extra blankets, the strong wind was a little noisy with plants hitting my window but I didn’t mind and always take earplugs in case of outside noise. It was super clean. Bed was comfortable. I think for a hostel and budget stay it’s a great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay here for two nights. The dorm is huge and very comfortable. The common areas are clean and well kept. I would totally recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a quite and cozy hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly and helpful! Location is perfect. Stayed there with my 11 year-old and he loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rahel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a private room, which was very nice and spacious. The bed was very comfortable, and having my own bathroom was a big plus. The water pressure in the shower was quite weak, but on the positive side, this was one of the few hostels I stayed in that had warm water. Nights in Monteverde can get quite cold, so I asked for an extra blanket for the second night, which was provided without any issue. The hostel is in an excellent location, making it easy to get around. Breakfast at the restaurant next door (with a 10% discount for guests of OutBox Inn) was also very good and definitely worth it. The only downside for me was the atmosphere. I had expected a slightly more social vibe, but it felt like most people preferred to keep to themselves. Of course, that’s not necessarily a bad thing, but I was hoping for a bit more interaction with other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outbox Inn is very reasonable, clean and very convenient. Lots of shopping and restaurants are just a few steps away. We loved the restaurant next door which gives a discount to people staying at Outbox Inn. Everyone was super friendly and eager to help us. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Good stay

Nice place, great staff and very organized. The lobby and common areas are really nice. Pretty loud at night with music from the bar across the street and the howler monkeys in the morning. Would recommend bringing ear plugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location, clean, comfortable, with incredibly helpful staff (shoutout to Alex for answering a million questions and giving us the best recs). Common area is chill with a beautiful kitchen/balcony facing out into the jungle. Beds were super comfortable and felt like sleeping on your own personal stage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the space and people. Unfortunately the bar next door was extremely noisy until late at night and kept us from sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

jay

Bldg. sits in the back & thus hard to find. Hallways have sudden 5 cm drop that people stumble over. Showers have no room/ledge for shampoo, soap, etc. Rooms & Lobby have no TV, no fan, no AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

holly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unfortunately we did not enjoy our stay or the area. Our room was one of the private rooms, it looked a lot better in the photos. The room itself smelt of mould, and was covered by a sweet fragrance dispenser which made it 10 times worse. The floors where dirty and the bed have you a cold sweat. The only window pointed onto the builders shed, who walked past continuously throughout the day. The service was good, they booked us transport from our pickup point but this transport was dangerous and unacceptable. The man drove unsafe, did not give us our change and when asked in Spanish by the hostel, he said he did not have change after we just gave him 120 USD. We would not return to montverde or this hostel again unfortunately. The food they offer in the restaurant is fab and they have a car who lounges around who is equally as nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pour ce court passage à Monteverde, nous avons choisi une chambre privée qui était très propre, avec une salle de bain complète et privée et un lit vraiment très confortable! L'accueil à été génial. L'ambiance est plutôt calme et axé sur de belles habitudes de vie saine. Le café/ restaurant adjacent est vraiment délicieux!! Une fois stationné, tout est accessible à pied. Notez que la ville de santa- Elena est en montagne.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr nette Mitarbeiter, Zimmer sauber & gute Lage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accueil efficace. Proposition de services de réservation bus. Espace commun grand et lumineux. Proximité restaurant de l'auberge, variété de choix et bon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent endroit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorenz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts and stuff were great. Super clean and spacious :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and ownership were super helpful and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again next time I’m in Santa Elena. Seems like a family/privately run business, and they’re putting in the work to develop a great hostel. Support them, and they’ll keep making their establishment better!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021