Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

2.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Monteverde Orchid Garden

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Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge, near Monteverde Orchid Garden, offers a peaceful getaway with farm-to-table meals and garden views. Enjoy the outdoor pool after garden walks. Free WiFi keeps you connected, and multilingual staff helps balance relaxation with local exploration.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is HK$402
HK$455 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Traditional Cabin, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 387 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
San Luis, Rancho de Lelo, 1km NE of Escuela Bajos de San Luis, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 60109

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 14 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 15 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 15 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Colibrí - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taty's Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Raíces Restaurante - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Lodge near Curi-Cancha Reserve
Located close to Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and 1 meeting room
  • A gift shop, luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge offer amenities, such as dining tables.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 6 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 17 kilometres
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Rancho Lelo Ecolodge Sustainable Farm Lodge Monteverde
Rancho Lelo Ecolodge Sustainable Farm Lodge
Rancho Lelo Ecolodge Sustainable Farm
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Sustaible Farm
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Lodge
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Monteverde
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Sustainable Farm
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Lodge Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge on 4 Nov 2025 start from HK$402.26, 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.

Is Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge ?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Does Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM-6 PM on request. A fee of USD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Monteverde Orchid Garden, Curi-Cancha Reserve and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and Selvatura Adventure Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 300 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and very welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully friendly family-run lodge and the best breakfasts we had in Costa Rica!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Halle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and Bronco, the pup, was an amazing host :-) the dinner was excellent and the location remote and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful family run ranch. Atmosphere was friendly and grounds were beautiful. Our only issue was the distance to town… it is a good 30 min drive and if you don’t have a car that’s $20-25 each way.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was absolutely beautiful and the staff were incredibly welcoming and warm. You truly felt a part of the family when you were there. The meals served daily were delicious and were a highlight of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were polite and kind. But it is a drive up into the mountains on a very bumpy gravel road, so make sure you have a good SUV not a car. Our room was not one of the photos that you see on Expedia so it truly wasn’t what we expected. It was clean and we did have what we needed (shower and bed), but we would not go back. The property is beautiful and with the walk up the gravel road allow us to see many birds which was pleasant and joyful. Also, if you are not a dog person, this property is not for you. You are constantly greeted and escorted by their dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

naveen kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience staying in nice cabins right in the woods.Food was delicious. It is a family owned and they are very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly family, we did like our stay very much Thank you Lelo and family Eduardo Escobar
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

victoria

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

Wonderful!

Soooo friendly and welcoming! Great location. Great food. Private cabinas. All was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fantastic experience living in this quiet and secluded farm. Visitors will have the chance to see many tropical plants and animals and the hosts are very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great value

Loved our stay. Family Mata looked after us. Upgrade for our anniversary. Dinner and accommodation great value. Loved the remote, rural location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rino

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

Hidden gem.

Well established family run business. Felt like home. Highly recommend this.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family loved our stay at Rancho de Lelo! The cabins were beautiful as was the surrounding area. It’s about a 30mins drive from Monteverde on a gravel road so you definitely need a vehicle. The on-site restaurant is amazing with locally sourced ingredients. We definitely recommend a stay here! Gracias por todo!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay. This family business is too notch. Be prepared for an exceptionally long drive out of the way from Monteverde but it’s worth it :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You need a 4x4 to get here. Road conditions not that great. Property is nice but getting to/from Elena is treacherous . If you are staying here it’s very nice. Hosts are awesome. Pool is more of a soaker tub size
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very special ecolodge because the Mata family cares deeply about their home, the land, and their guests. They are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The rooms are beautiful and peaceful. The grounds are serene. The farm to table food is excellent. The drive to Monte Verde cloud forest and nearby town of Santa Elena is a fun drive on a well maintained gravel road through beautiful mountain passes and villages. If you are looking to have a special Tico experience near Monte Verde, this is the place. We hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so unique and lovely. We saw 8 toucans out our bedroom window. One thing to consider is the property requires 4-wheel drive (or it did at the time of our visit) in order to access it and it is 10-20 mins off of the main road depending on the driving conditions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karmal

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

Felt like staying with friends!

Great stay, lovely family run Ecolodge. The food at the onsite restaurant was delicious. We had the whole fried tilapia, and smoked pork dinners. As well as an amazing huge breakfast with delicious fresh fruit, rice and beans and eggs and coffee. Our casita was equipped with everything we needed to cook. Plenty of room, deeply relaxing to have the windows open and watch the birds. We saw a toucan and a hummingbird, there are coffee plants and banana plants and orchids growing right outside the door. They had excellent suggestions for tours, restaurants and the best places to stop and watch the sunset. The lodge is about 25 minutes drive outside Santa Elena, it’s a pretty drive with a couple incredible views. One afternoon we just relaxed at the lodge, sat with our legs in the spring fed pool, watched the birds and played with the dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

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

Quiet spot

Cute little cabins with a small deck and sliding glass door. Beds were comfortable. There is no air conditioning, but they did supply a fan which helped. It was about 15 minute drive on a rough dirt road to Monteverde cloud forest biological reserve, which meant it was quiet and peaceful. Included breakfast was delicious with options such as typical Tico breakfast, eggs and toast, or pancakes. The pool is tiny. Staff were super responsive. They run their own tilapia farm here. We ate at the onsite restaurant for dinner. A bit pricey but we watched them bring our fish fresh from the farm. Can't beat the freshness!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time at Rancho De Lelo, staying for two nights with our three kids. This ecolodge, located just outside Monteverde, is truly special. While the rooms are basic, they have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Sitting on the balcony at night, listening to the sounds of nature, was a magical experience, especially with the kids. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, even when we were a bit nervous about driving back after sunset. The food was outstanding! You have to try their dinner menu (shoutout to the chef! The fried Tilapia is a must). The property is well-kept, with a lovely little pool and a great soccer field for some family fun. Just keep in mind that the only access is via a gravel road, so in the rainy season, a 4x4 vehicle is recommended. Overall, it was a wonderful stay that our whole family will cherish, and I highly recommend it. Thank you, Rancho De Lelo, for adding to our Costa Rica adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

Awful Experience

The owners closed the kitchen to guests and we discovered that when we arrived at dusk. They expected us to drive 45-60 minutes to the nearest restaurant in the dark and torrential downpours. The ranch is located at the bottom of an extremely steep 4x4 road (20 minutes from Monteverde). It’s very difficult to access and very inconveniently located. This was the worst experience of our trips throughout Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough good things about Rancho de Lelo. Beatriz and family were so friendly and accommodating; we immediately felt right at home. The cabins are adorable and we loved sitting out on the balcony, listening to the birds and the wind sweeping through the valley. We had homecooked meals at their restaurant, and while I couldn't partake of the tilapia raised on site (I have a serious fish allergy), it was super impressive watching them select live fish and prepare and serve it to others – it really doesn't get any more fresh than that. The grounds are beautiful; so many fruit trees, flowers, coffee plants. Amazing scenery and a great quiet location just outside of St. Elena and spitting distance from the Cloud Forest. My one regret is that we only had time to stay one night, but I hope very much to return some day. A final note: if you're driving, make sure to follow their directions. Google Maps will take you down a "short cut" which is a very steep/windy dirt road that leads to a "River Without a Bridge" (literally, that's how it's marked in Google) where a four-wheel drive vehicle is a must!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

CHeryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just okay... not sure if i would rebook.

We booked 2 nights there and i'm not sure i would do it again. First the pluses. The cabins were comfortable and clean, and just as advertised, and the breakfast was really good with fresh fruit. I just feel they could do a few small things to make things better. Put comfortable chairs or a hammock on the decks for people to enjoy vs hard stools..The Pool is NOT A POOL it's basically a water feature, and was filthy when we arrived . They did drain and fill with clean water for the next day and we layed on the hard concrete for a bit to make the most of it but not what i was expecting. Put a lounge chair or two and keep it clean would have made all the difference. The dinner was just okay. Oh and this is VERY far out of town which is fine if the decks and pool area, and dinner were where you could hang out as expected but because they aren't you find yourself going into town. instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Tawny

Liked: Staff & service
First I would like to say the customer service and communication was great at Rancho de Lelo. They did a great job suggesting activities around the area. The breakfast was delicious and property was beautiful. My kids loved spending time with the dogs. The view from the room was beautiful and calming. The negative is there was heavy rainfall while we were visiting and as a result the room felt very wet due to poor window and door insulation and condensation. All our items in the room felt damp. There were also bugs in the room that bit us. My kids had a hard time with this and spent most of the night awake and upset.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025