General Information Fonda Vela Hotel is located in beautiful Monteverde, famous for its Resplendent Quetzals, Three-wattled Bellbirds, an abundance of orchids, and a gorgeous cloud forest. The climate is refreshing, many times referred to as "eternal spring". The views of the Gulf of Nicoya from the hotel's 1400 meter elevation are spectacular. Monteverde is an ideal destination for relaxing and enjoying the wonders of the tropics.
Location The hotel is located in Monteverde approximately 4 hours from either San Jose or Liberia International airport. See the location map
Facilities Meeting facilities, bar & restaurant, private hiking trails, guided horseback riding and laundry service is also available.
Rooms The Fonda Vela Hotel has nine buildings nestled in the landscaped property, designed with natural lighting, privacy and warmth. All have large windows with views of their forest allowing the outside beauty to be a part of a cozy interior.  20 junior suites have a small refrigerator, table, king and queen-size beds, a comfortable sofa and 14 with TV's. All rooms have telephones. Most of the rooms are wheelchair accessible; please request one at the time of making your reservation if that is required.
Additional Information On the 35-acre property, you will find lush forests and verdant pastures that are excellent for birding and hiking. In this tranquil setting, you may see parrots and emerald toucans that come to feed in the fruiting trees, occasionally. During certain months the Fonda Vela is excellent for seeing Resplendent Quetzal, Three-waltted Bellbird and Keel-billed toucans. Horses graze in the pasture below. A 15-minute walk away is the world famous 10,500-hectare Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. The Santa Elena Reserve is a short drive away where you may observe the Arenal Volcano on a clear day.