Arco Iris Lodge - Monteverde

3-star lodge in Monteverde with on-site farm animals and wildlife-viewing gardens

Cabins and Suites

Arco Iris Lodge offers stand-alone cabins and duplex rooms set in a wooded compound with private balconies or terraces. Each room includes a private bathroom with shower, and some cabins feature kitchenettes or two-bedroom layouts. Room types range from budget triples to honeymoon suites with jacuzzi and dual balconies.

Breakfast Buffet

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily in a bright communal room overlooking the gardens. The spread includes fresh tropical fruits, homemade jams, eggs made to order, gallo pinto, and unlimited coffee. Quail eggs and pancakes are also available, while capuchin monkeys frequently visit the trees outside the breakfast room.

Wildlife and Gardens

The property is home to resident dogs, cats, horses, and chickens that entertain guests of all ages. Lush gardens with fruit trees and tropical flowers attract wild agoutis, howler monkeys, and white-faced capuchins. A small nature trail behind the lodge leads to a view of the town and offers additional wildlife spotting.

Location and Access

Arco Iris Lodge is situated on a quiet hill in Santa Elena, a 5-minute walk from restaurants and shops. It is 6 km from both Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Santa Elena Reserve. The lodge provides free private parking and staff can arrange tours and transportation to local attractions.

Tours and Services

The tour desk helps guests book excursions such as night walks, zip-lining at Selvatura, and coffee tours. Staff offer recommendations and can arrange taxis or shuttles to cloud forest reserves. Laundry service, ironing, and daily housekeeping are available.

• Accommodation: Stand-alone cabins with private balconies and garden views
• Dining: Complimentary breakfast buffet with eggs made to order and homemade jams
• Wildlife: On-site farm animals and frequent capuchin monkey sightings
• Location: 5-minute walk to Santa Elena, 6 km from Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
• Activities: Tour desk helps arrange night walks, zip-lining, and coffee tours
• Family: Multiple room types and animal-friendly grounds for children