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    Rainbow Valley Lodge

    564 reviews
    #3 of 37 Specialty Lodging in Santa Elena
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    200 meters south of A y A, Santa Elena 5240, Costa Rica
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    5.0
    564 reviews
    • Excellent85%
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    200 meters south of A y A, Santa Elena 5240, Costa Rica See on map
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    Free Wifi
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    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Kitchenette
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    Private Balcony
    Breakfast included
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    All reviewsthe ownercloud forestcosta ricahis wifein townwhite faced monkeyscoffee makerthe perfect place to staysmall kitchenettean incredible viewsurrounded by naturean amazing hostrustic charmmonteverde reservelarge windowsgreat recommendationsrecommend this place
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    Reviewed 30 November 2015 via mobile
    So incredibly amazing!

    Words cannot express how beautiful this place is. The view from the porch is amazing....clouds drifting through the valley below, birds, coatis, butterflies. The cabin was equally as amazing. Lots of space and very nicely designed. The beds were comfy, the towels plush, and the...More

    Thank Melissa B
    Reviewed 26 November 2015
    Lovely, private cottage with amazing views and wildlife.

    Our stay at Rainbow Valley Lodge was brief but wonderful. Christian was so very helpful in getting our vacation started on the right foot!! We flew into Liberia on a red-eye and drove straight to Rainbow Valley Lodge. We wanted to see the Monteverde cloud...More

    Thank idoiso2
    Reviewed 25 November 2015
    Beautiful area

    This is a family run locale. They were very helpful in providing info about the area. The property is set atop the valley, with beautiful views below. If you continue a very short distance down the hill toward San Jose, you will see even more...More

    Thank Sueoneall
    Reviewed 20 November 2015
    Nicest digs in Monteverde

    After putting down serious miles with hostels and couch crashing, it was time for a nicer accommodation. This was it. Perfection, beautiful views, an amazing host and a great room with a balcony. Close enough to town, but secluded and peaceful. The climate is perfect,...More

    Thank E Y
    Reviewed 20 November 2015
    Paradise can only be explained by a visit to the Rainbow Valley Lodge!

    First of all, I did my homework when it came to selecting a hotel in Saint Elena, Costa Rica. My wife and I were looking for an area of the country that was not too humid, yet providing us ample viewing of animals such as...More

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    US$72 - US$107 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
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    MariaSlu2016
    4 April 2018|
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    Response from Craig257 | Reviewed this property |
    Hi Maria. Not sure. It’s sort of separate cabins overlooking the valley. Couldn’t be more than 8 or 10 I wouldn’t think
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    Brit N
    30 December 2016|
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    Response from aroutte2003 | Reviewed this property |
    Its around 4 hours from San Jose to Monteverde
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    Susan D
    2 October 2016|
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    Response from aroutte2003 | Reviewed this property |
    Definitely look at Anywhere Costa Rica for transportation. My wife, daughter and i used them from San Jose to La Fortuna, La Fortuna to Monteverde, Monteverde to Manuel Antonio, and back to the airport. They were always on... More
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