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Rainbow Valley Lodge

200 meters south of A y A, Santa Elena 5240, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Redding, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

The owner Rolf and the new manager, Christian were awesome! Rolf helped us before we even got to Costa Rica by answering questions and giving suggestions. Then, when we got there, Christian was so friendly and helpful, we felt right at home! He also gave us the best tour of the McCloud Rainforet ever!!! We saw all kinds of animals,... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Rolf was out of town and Christian took care of things and served as a guide for birding. He was really supportive, knew the area inside and out, did whatever he could to increase our comfort and sense of adventure. The room was really nice, creatively put together, i.e. there was a tree inside! Monkeys came right up to our... More

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Rockville, Maryland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Rolf was such a great host. He had tips on everything - including our guide at the Cloud Forest who was amazing. Bob the cat was a huge hit with our kids. The rooms were nice and views unbelievable. Thank you!!

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100 Mile House, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

I echo all the other reviews. This was a highlight of our two weeks in Costa Rica. We were encouraged to stay more than the one night we originally planned and thankfully we stayed for two. There is so much to see and do and Christian and Hazel were unbelievably the most helpful hosts. Christians local knowledge and guiding experience... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

I stayed at Rainbow Valley Lodge during my last two visits to Monteverde. The hosts, Rolf, Christian and Hazel are so helpful and gracious. Just a delight! They really made the stay enjoyable and effortless for me. They were spot on with their recommendations of tours and places to see. After spending 4 weeks in Costa Rica I can honestly... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

The 5 nights I spent at Rainbow Valley Lodge were the highlight of my vacation. The views from te second floor room over the continental divide were spectacular. The kitchenette was lovely with the large windows. The room was very clean, everything was in order, and such a good value. The hosts: Rolf, Christian and his wife Hazel really made... More

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Dongen, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

To cut a long story short, everything that was said on the last few reviews is 100% and more.... I wanted the best and perfect place for me and my 12 years old daughter and I can say we got it all!!! The rooms are spotless clean. The view is astonishing. The location just at the doorstap of Santa Elena,... More

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Sydney, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

We had such an amazing time at Rainbow Valley Lodge. Rolf helped to organise our night and daytime rainforest tours and was super friendly throughout our stay. The location is amazing, with an incredible view over the valley. We could have spent a week there. The rooms are clean, with all the necessities and just a short trip into town.... More

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Washingon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

Christian and Helen have just taken over running the Rainbow Valley Lodge and I can't imagine better hosts. They were very helpful, kind and gracious. The room was wonderful with a view over the forested valley where the rainbow actually appeared as the sun went down. Christian is an exceptionally well rounded guide and we thoroughly enjoyed our time out... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

We stayed in rainbow lodge 2 nights. We were welcomed by Christian the manager. He has been so helpful for the three days. He suggested different activities, booked everything for us, with discounts. He is also a local guide, so we did a day tour and a night tour with him in the cloud forest. The room was also very... More

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Additional Information about Rainbow Valley Lodge

Also Known As:
Rainbow Valley Hotel
Rainbow Valley Hotel Santa Elena
Rainbow Valley Lodge Costa Rica/Santa Elena, Monteverde
Address: 200 meters south of A y A, Santa Elena 5240, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Monteverde > Santa Elena
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 23 Speciality lodging in Santa Elena
Price range (per night): RM106 - 181
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Rainbow Valley Lodge Monteverde is close to the town of Santa Elena, about 15 minutes walking or 3 minutes in a vehicle. With only two rooms and a cabin and no neighbors close by you can enjoy peace and quiet in a forest setting. Clean rooms with hot water, possible chance to see animals right outside the rooms and owner help with guides and activities. All rooms have coffeemaker and Monteverde coffee plus small refrigerator. The upper room has small kitchenette and the cabin a full kitchen. Great views to the mountains over a valley in the upper room (and Rainbows sometimes) and forest views from the lower room and the cabin which sleeps 5. Parking near the rooms. Prices compare very favorably to other accommodations in Monteverde. We are not 5 star so please do not expect total luxury! We hope to see you here! ... more   less 

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