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Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

2.5 star property
Mountain retreat near Poás Volcano National Park offers outdoor adventures by day and fireside relaxation by night, with nature-inspired spa treatments

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Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña blends adventure and relaxation. Enjoy a full breakfast before hiking, biking, horseback riding, or ecotours. After exploring, unwind at the terrace firepit or with a sports massage. In-room WiFi and praised staff ensure a great stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩156,112
₩176,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Cabin | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dome-shaped structure with a wooden deck and stairs leading up to it, surrounded by a garden with red mulch paths and various plants.

Panoramic Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sabana Redonda, Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña is in a rural area and near the airport. Hacienda Alsacia is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Doka Estate and Corso Lechería. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain biking. Visit our Sabana Redonda travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A volcanic crater with a turquoise pool, surrounded by rugged terrain and vegetation.
    Poás Volcano National Park
    22 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Doka Estate
    11 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Colinas del Poas
    18 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Corso Lechería
    19 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Hacienda Alsacia
    21 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Santo Domingo Santa Rosa Station
    44 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hacienda Alsacia
    18 min drive
  • Freddo Fresas
    10 min drive
  • Fresas del Volcan
    10 min drive
  • Restaurante El Mirador del Poás
    17 min drive
  • Restaurante Típico de Fraijanes
    9 min drive

About this property

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

  • Family-friendly guesthouse near Hacienda Alsacia
  • Located close to Doka Estate, Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. Treat yourself to a massage, a body scrub, or reflexology at La Montaña Spa, the onsite spa. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, ecotours, and horseback riding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
    • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and concierge services
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and coffee/tea makers
    • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and freezers
    • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
    • Private yards, highchairs, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña on Jul 5, 2026 start from ₩156,112, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Doka Estate, Hacienda Alsacia, and Corso Lechería. Poás Volcano National Park and City Mall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 147 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Poul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant had great good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint little hotel with great service! LOVED IT!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in is strictly 2 pm. No earlier than that. The farm is so cute with friendly animals that are well taken care of. The restaurant is delicious, gourmet food at reasonable prices. The staff is very nice and accommodating all throughout the hotel. The room is comfortable, rustic and the fire place is a most at night time because it gets chilly. During the day the weather is warm. Is a great place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. The room was very clean and nice. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. I would describe the property as luxury camping. It is located in the mountains so during our entire stay, it was very windy. The wind was loud. That is the only negative thing and no fault of the hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spa, delicious restaurant with fresh ingredients, fantastic view and all the personnel is super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to relax and the food was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Harwin Aike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay with animals and a nicd restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at the hotel was very nice,the restaurant was Delicious ,super clean.was a beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, excellent amenities, very cozy and romantic, the spa was amazing and the room was spectacular, very relaxing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice out of the way stay. Close to mountain sites to visit like Poas volcano and only 30 minutes uphill from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and concept of a farm with animals combined with nice cabins and great restaurant with relaxing environment. Perfect for families!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful place. Great atmosphere. Very friendly service. Off the beaten path which we loved.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Arnav

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

Perfect eco stay

Very comfortable stay ! We stayed there for a night and loved it ! The cottage was clean and well kept . The best part of the stay is the amazing service and the awesome food ! There are also cute animals there ! Even if you don’t stay, go there just to eat it’s thst good !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kloé

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice cabana ! Clean and secluded.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Lovely cabins in the woods. Good food. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

Great little hidden gem!

Great one-night stay! Would have stayed longer but we were on a schedule! The property is beautiful and the farm-like nature add a great charm. Stephanie at reception is a sweet heart and took great care of us. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was good. Shower leaked into room. On site restaraunt was good. Liked the small farm with animals. Didnt stay here long since volcano was closed .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1 experienced camper 1 city boy makes this the perfect blend of his creature comforts and my love of camping. Truly well laid out and wonderful! Spa, sauna and restaurant on site were all fantastic and staff friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire property was so nice with all the animals and such! The breakfast was fine. Some bugs in the cabin but that’s to be expected. A nice quiet space to end our trip to CR at!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TATIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the place. So cute and cozy. We loved the little farm and all the animals! The rest orange was amazing. Great dinner and super tasty breakfast.
Breakfast
Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

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

10/10

Great bed! Terrific Breakfast and the Gym is on spotless conditions. Totally recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say about this beautiful place. Hidden away from the hustle and bustle of city life you will find the best place we have stayed! The staff are amazing and nothing is too much hassle for them. The entire site was clean and tidy. The cabins are big but really cute. The food in the restaurant was amazing. And even though we were the only people staying here some days they always had a good spread laid out for breakfast or they would cook it fresh to order. We absolutely loved our stay here and can recommend to anyone thinking of booking this place.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet place to relax, in the middle of the vegetation. Sleeping with the campfire and the sound of the rain was magical. I highly recommend this place, and go with your partner, definitely a 10 out of 10
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natividad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent they were very professional and helpful, food at the restaurant was excellent and service was great , about 40 minutes from Sjo airport, very private .the spa was excellent overall a great experience, we got wine when we check in and the room had water , beer and coke free of charge which was very nice , recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023