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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.
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Garden
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Mountain view

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Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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Garden
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Mountain view

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Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Garden
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Mountain view

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Deluxe Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Garden
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Free minibar items
LED TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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Junior Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Garden
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Free minibar items
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Panoramic Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Free minibar items
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view
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About the area

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

  • Poas Volcano, Poas Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
    Poás Volcano National Park
    14 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Doka Estate
    10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Colinas del Poas
    17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Hacienda Alsacia
    19 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Corso Lechería
    20 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Santo Domingo Santa Rosa Station
    44 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hacienda Alsacia
    18 min drive
  • Freddo Fresas
    10 min drive
  • Fresas del Volcan
    10 min drive
  • La Casa del Café
    20 min drive
  • Restaurante Típico de Fraijanes
    9 min drive

About this property

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

Family-friendly guest house 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 body wrap, a massage or a body scrub at La Montaña Spa, the on-site spa. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours, horse riding and hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a 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 information, smoke-free property and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, outdoor furniture and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña feature comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and coffee/tea makers
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers and freezers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Private gardens, 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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 are 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

Payment types at the property

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Mountain Hideout
El Escondite de la Montaña
& Spa El Escondite La Montana
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña Guesthouse
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña Sabana Redonda
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña Guesthouse Sabana Redonda

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 is parking at Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña?

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?

Checkout 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).

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Reviews

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the staff. The farm animals. The cabin were great. The fireplace was cozy. Breakfast every morning was excellent. Loved the peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Would definitely come back here in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Mattie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend staying here! It is so peaceful and relaxing. The staff are so kind and accommodating. A quick trip to the airport (about 35-40 minutes) easily accessible by car or Uber. I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The huts are so beautiful and have a comfy furniture. The fire place is a real highlight. The breakfast is served as a Buffet. A lot of animals in the "farm".

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A short drive from the hustle and bustle of the city, and the heat and humidity at the coast, this is a fabulous forest retreat. The cabins are delightful, private, well appointed with comfortable beds and spa like amenities. Bonus if you like farm animals. The staff on the grounds, office, spa, and restaurant were all kind, talented and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed 3 nights; the place is very beautiful, but the experience wasn't so pleasant. The firewood was wet. We asked about it, and the solution was to sell us an extra load. The next day, we mentioned the situation, and the young man assured us that the load was dry, but surprise, it was wet. We were stressed trying to keep the fire going. On the third night, starting at 1 p.m., we notified them that we hadn't received the day's load. After insisting, we finally received the firewood around 6 p.m. The cabin has a kitchen area with a small refrigerator, a water heater, a coffee maker, and two cups. There's no dish soap, no napkins, no plates, glasses, or cutlery, and certainly no microwave. We ordered room service, and understandably, given the weather, the food arrived cold, and we had no way to heat it up. My husband and I have stayed in different Airbnbs, and they are well-equipped. It seems illogical that a place like this doesn't offer those amenities. The restaurant is excellent; the service and the food are perfect. It's a place we won't be returning to.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

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

Nice Stay

The location was nice and we enjoyed the small farm. The staff was very kind and helpful. The accommodations were rustic but fine with us. We enjoyed the outside seating area. We would have liked to have hot water in the shower and the kitchen is pretty minimal. Small things like a cork screw & bottle opener would be nice. Breakfast was very good and we also enjoyed a nice dinner at the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024