Monteverde El Tigre Hideaway

El Tigre Hideaway es el lugar más hermoso que he visitado en Costa Rica. Totalmente aislado e inmerso en el bosque, pero cómodo y seguro. Nadamos en la piscina, visitamos la cascada privada y por las noches escuchamos monos, aves y ranas mientras las luciérnagas iluminaban la cabaña. La comida llegó directo a nosotros y también hicimos un recorrido a caballo. La recepción tiene un deck con vista espectacular, bar y columpio. Simplemente increíble. Lo único confuso fue entender la dinámica antes de llegar. El Tigre es principalmente un destino de cascadas (increíbles!) y las cabañas son un complemento. Desde Santa Elena se llega en vehículo propio por camino de terracería; no incluyen transporte, aunque ayudan a coordinarlo. En nuestro caso la respuesta tardó varios días lo que generó incertidumbre y confusión. Dicho eso, si llegas con ese trayecto previsto, la experiencia es única e inolvidable.

Una cabaña completa , muy bien equipada y muy acogedora. Se siente una paz, se conecta con la naturaleza y realmente te desconectas x completo. Personal muy amable en recepción y atentos a todo lo q necesitas. Lo recomiendo.

This was truly the most incredible stay of my life. Such an experience with the tree in the courtyard & hot tub over looking the cloud forest. We love the hidden trail straight from the house to waterfalls. We loved the main trail from reception-passing multiple waterfalls was beautiful and fun. We loved the zip line bike, horse riding, and the fun 4x4 ride from the house to the desk. This was truly an adventure. As listed in the posting, there are bugs in the jungle and expect to see some! But, even our kids survived all the bug sightings!

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Colmena. The house is beautifully designed and nestled in the jungle, offering a truly unique and peaceful experience. The private waterfall and hot tub were absolute highlights and made the property feel like a secluded paradise. We loved waking up to the sounds of nature and spending our evenings relaxing outdoors. The home was comfortable, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a memorable stay. We would definitely recommend Casa Colmena to anyone looking for a special getaway in Costa Rica.

Awesome place to stay. You are surrounded by nature. Be mindful of a lot of birds singing early in the morning, but we loved it. The hidden Waterfall is great. I recommend getting there before sunset because the roads have many turns, and it's a bit scary to drive at night.

Here’s a version under 1000 characters: --- Hidden deep in the Monteverde jungle, this place feels like a true secret—completely off the beaten track and unlike anywhere else we’ve stayed. You arrive by special 4x4, winding through the forest, setting the tone for a real adventure. Suddenly, you’re surrounded by dense jungle, with your own private waterfall nearby—wild, untouched, and incredibly special. Waking up is unforgettable: birdsong, rustling leaves, distant water, and that fresh, earthy jungle air. Even the showers are an experience—you feel like you’re in the jungle itself, completely immersed in nature. What makes it even better is the comfort—cosy beds, a warm fire, and big windows overlooking the forest. It’s perfect for families wanting a safe but adventurous jungle experience.

An incredibly unique experience being fully immersed in nature but with all the comforts of home. Loved riding horses through the forest to breakfast, the waterfall hike, and the private waterfall right near the house. The staff at El Tigre Hideaway are amazing and took care of everything we needed. An awesome adventure in a breathtaking setting.

Very unique and beautiful home! It felt like being in a luxury treehouse. We had a great stay and enjoyed hiking and also just sitting by the fire to relax. The staff were extremely responsive and friendly. Would definitely recommend for a place to stay in the cloud forest.

Our two night stay at El Tigre was amazing! Private waterfalls and beautiful setting.

This is the definition of "off the beaten path." You can only get here by parking your vehicle at the parking lot and riding in a safari off-road vehicle down the steep, rocky path. The views from the top are incredible, but the location is like a best-kept secret. I wish we would've spent more time here, but our flight was delayed and set us back. I recommend arriving in daylight and hiking the path to the private waterfall. I also wish we would've booked the chef. Stopping in town and getting groceries is a good idea before you've made your way to the house, as it isn't easy to come and go. That being said, if you're looking for peace and quiet, this place truly is magical. Sleeping to the sound of the waterfalls is amazing. The hot tub was hot and the fireplace was cozy in the morning. The birds were beautiful, but we did see a couple very spiders as well. That's part of being in there cloud forest, but otherwise, the place was incredible: clean, cozy, bespoke.