Monteverde is a popular destination for tourists looking to immerse themselves in nature, offering a variety of accommodation options depending on the experience you're after. Santa Elena is the most visited area, providing easy access to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, along with a lively atmosphere featuring restaurants, shops, and hotels. It’s perfect for those seeking convenience and proximity to local attractions.

For a more tranquil escape, the area around the Monteverde Reserve offers eco-lodges and boutique hotels, allowing visitors to enjoy peaceful surroundings close to nature. Alternatively, Cerro Plano offers quieter accommodation with stunning views of the surrounding forests, while San Luis provides a more off-the-beaten-path experience, with rustic stays and a more authentic, rural atmosphere. Whether you prefer vibrant town life or peaceful nature, Monteverde has something to suit every traveller.

Things to do in and around Monteverde:

• Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve: Explore misty trails in the famous cloud forest, spot wildlife like the Quetzal, visit the Butterfly Garden, or enjoy a zip-line adventure through the canopy.
• Children's Eternal Rain Forest: Visit the largest private reserve in Costa Rica, home to monkeys, sloths, jaguars, and hundreds of butterfly species. Enjoy guided walks or a twilight tour to spot nocturnal wildlife.
• Curi-Cancha Reserve: A private reserve ideal for birdwatching, with trails offering views of rare species like the Resplendent Quetzal and toucans, set in peaceful natural surroundings.
• Hanging Bridges Walk: Walk across suspension bridges at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, offering stunning views of the forest and wildlife from above.
• Horseback Riding Tours: Take a scenic horseback ride through the cloud forest, passing farms, forests, and breathtaking viewpoints.
• Coffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane Tour: Learn about Costa Rica’s coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane production, with tastings along the way.
• Night Wildlife Walk: Explore the cloud forest at night on a guided walk, spotting frogs, owls, and other nocturnal creatures.
• Monteverde Cheese Factory: Visit the Monteverde Cheese Factory to learn about dairy production and sample delicious local cheeses.
• Zip-Lining and Canopy Tours: Experience exhilarating zip-lining through the cloud forest, offering stunning views of the forest and Arenal Volcano, with the option to walk on suspension bridges.