Koora Monteverde A Cloud Forest Hotel By Sandglass – A Favorite for Families in Monteverde
About the Hotel
Rooms & Bungalows
Koora Hotel Monteverde offers five room categories including Grand Vista Suite, Vista Junior Suite, Cloud Forest Bungalow, Forest Junior Bungalow Deluxe, and Forest Junior Bungalow. Suites feature king or queen beds, private balconies with cloud forest views, mini-bars, and sitting areas. The Grand Vista Suite spans 120m² with three king beds and panoramic views stretching to the Gulf of Nicoya. Bungalows include two bedrooms, sleep up to four guests, and feature wood finishes with local artisan furniture.
Dining at Kiré
Kiré Restaurant serves breakfast from 7:00-9:00 AM, lunch from 11:30 AM-5:00 PM, and dinner from 5:00-9:00 PM. The menu features classic international cuisine with Costa Rican ingredients, including vegan and vegetarian options. Many ingredients come from local farmers in Monteverde's fertile land. The restaurant's name means 'light' in the Maleku language.
Cloud Forest Activities
The hotel provides access to the Aguti Reserve with 4 km of trails for wildlife viewing. Activities include birdwatching tours ($90 per person), night hikes ($55 per person), ziplining through the forest canopy, and hanging bridge walks. Coffee tours showcase Monteverde's coffee culture and traditions. Yoga classes and massage treatments (relaxing and deep tissue) are available for wellness.
Santa Elena Location
Koora Monteverde is located in Santa Elena, the most populated area of Monteverde. The hotel sits within the Cloud Forest Reserve, surrounded by lush vegetation and wildlife. Public buses serve Monteverde for transportation. Nearby landmarks include Monteverde Orchid Garden (0.3 km), Frog Pond Ranario (0.5 km), and Butterfly Garden (2 km).
Hotel Services
Services include 24/7 security, daily maid service, and activity coordination for adventures like canopy tours and hiking. The hotel accommodates families with multi-room bungalows and can arrange team-building retreats with customized packages. Cancellations require 14 days' notice prior to arrival. The staff assists with trip planning and local arrangements.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock