Title: Arbol Verde Villas Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Arbol Verde Villas Travelers relax by the inviting pool surrounded by natural beauty at Arbol Verde Villas, with the spectacular El Pavón Waterfall waiting to be explored nearby ## Photo gallery for Arbol Verde Villas ![Building design - Arbol Verde Villas (Ciudad Cortés)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/2527b177.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - Arbol Verde Villas (Ciudad Cortés)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/656dba4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished - Arbol Verde Villas (Ciudad Cortés)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/757fefd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished - Arbol Verde Villas (Ciudad Cortés)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/8e176930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - Arbol Verde Villas (Ciudad Cortés)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/5fb8258b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Arbol Verde Villas offers a peaceful retreat near Ventanas Beach, with tropical surroundings, an outdoor pool, comfy sun loungers, and a garden for morning strolls. Staff provide helpful tour assistance for planning local adventures. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 12 - Feb 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=29155825&PinnedHotelID=29155825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View ![Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/8e176930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Kitchenette Mini-fridge Ceiling fan Pillow-top bed - Mountain view - 398 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View ![Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29160000/29155900/29155825/8e176930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Kitchenette Mini-fridge Ceiling fan Pillow-top bed - Garden view - 398 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDominical-Hotels-Arbol-Verde-Ecolodge.h29155825.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDominical-Hotels-Arbol-Verde-Ecolodge.h29155825.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ciudad Cortés, Arbol Verde Villas is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tortuga Beach and Ventanas Beach. Pinuela Beach and Marino Ballena National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, hiking/biking trails and ecotours. [Visit our Ojochal travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ojochal.dx6156110) [View more Lodges in Ojochal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ojochal-Lodges.d6156110-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.08958%2C-83.64216&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xEAevbXop7s_S2C4rTQPq25Q_xA=) Calle Túcan, Ojochal de Osa, Ciudad Cortés, Puntarenas ### What's nearby - ![I took this photo on my mission trip in Costa Rica, On our beach day I was able to capture this shot with my DJI Mavic Pro #AdventurePhotoContest #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/995d6ccb-1797-4aec-8c7d-65d6906c3277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ventanas Beach 10 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Playa Garza 9 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Turtle Beach Street 9 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Pinuela Beach 10 min drive \- 5.1 miles - Playa Ballena 11 min drive \- 5.7 miles ### Getting around - Drake Bay (DRK) 179 min drive ### Restaurants - Potz Bistro 5 min drive - Ballena Bistro 13 min drive - Tagua 11 min drive - Ballena Beach Club 12 min drive - Restaurante Térraba 7 min drive ## About this property ### Arbol Verde Villas Lodge near Marino Ballena National Park Located close to El Pavón Waterfall and Tortuga Beach, Arbol Verde Villas provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this lodge include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - Barbecues, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi. 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Eden's Nest Junglotel Lodge Ciudad Cortes Eden's Nest Junglotel Lodge Eden's Nest Junglotel Ciudad Cortes Eden's Nest Junglotel Arbol Verde Ecolodge Arbol Verde Villas Lodge Eden's Nest Junglotel Lodge Arbol Verde Villas Ciudad Cortés Arbol Verde Villas Lodge Ciudad Cortés ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Arbol Verde Villas have a pool? ### Is Arbol Verde Villas pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Arbol Verde Villas? ### What time is check-in at Arbol Verde Villas? ### What time is check-out at Arbol Verde Villas? ### Where is Arbol Verde Villas located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Arbol Verde Villas Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Oasis Beautifully situated, birds and monkeys to serenade you. Lots of amenities including free washer/dryer. Close to town. Wonderful, comfortable and very accommodating host. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful 3 days. Well equipped cabins. Highlight was sitting on deck watching birds and monkeys. Nice owners. ##### Joanne Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila 27 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The villas were separated and clean and private. It felt like you were far away from everything but actually several great restaurants and beaches nearby. ##### Sheila Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a beautiful place to stay and very relaxing. We were busy with outside activities so didn’t get to enjoy the pool like we would have liked. They have a washer and drier on site for guests to use free of charge and after traveling around the country for 2 weeks before arriving this was handy. ##### Janet Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 19 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Looking forward to coming back. We loved this place. The owners are very friendly and helpful and the rooms and grounds are beautiful. It is a small operation (five units?) but each is perched high on olarforms in the forest, se it feels like a highend treehouse. The only issue was with hotwater in the shower which was hard to regulate esoecially if the grounds were being watered. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3C5B474F9DF98871A986FBD779263735A188FAAE1708301615030.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B642744FF1193AE9708303AF20B68757B5AC44BF1708301656556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy 14 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful place near Ojochal! So beautiful. The property is really unique and the owner takes amazing care of it. Such neat touches - the bathroom is really beautiful with handmade clay features. Hot water! The owner blows off all the leaves on the walkways daily which I think must help with the fact that we had no insects. Property is super tight. Kitchen has all essentials and we were able to make meals. No monkeys seen but heard the howlers and there were tons of birds of all kinds. Lots of toucans. And I finally got to see a red eyed tree frog! Property is beautifully landscaped and if you take a walk down the road you'll find even more incredible birds including the montezuma bird. Had a fun dining experience on a Friday evening in Ojochal listening to live music during dinner. Highly recommend! ##### Amy Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christa 10 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Robin and Doug were absolutely wonderful. The villas were absolutely perfect and had great accessories for being able to cook. They just opened and have a ton more plans in the works, but this was a wonderful location and stay. The pool was great, the open outdoor bbq area was wonderful and overall our experience was amazing! ##### Christa Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arild 21 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Place in the Jungle! Look no further if you are looking for a place to stay in this areas. Located a 5min drive or so off the main road in a dead end this place is super quiet and delivers exceptional standard in terms of quality, comfort and service. Spent 3 nights and visited a number of sites in the area. Family owned and operated. Owners will ensure you have a great stay and know the area well so they can give you the best recommendations. There are many restaurants nearby as well, hence you will not starve. ##### Arild Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark, British Columbia 5 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location,location,location. Being in the forest canopy was great ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison, USA 17 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This is a real gem--feels secluded in the jungle, but only 7 minutes from the fine dining of Ojochal and a short trip to the Whale's Tail, Marina Ballena national park, and the surfing schools and cute shops of Uvita and Dominical. Eden's nest is truly delightful--all the comfort, cleanliness and climate control of a hotel room, all the right-there-in-the-trees feeling of an ecolodge. Hosts Carlos and Tineka are warm and welcoming, and they know the area intimately. Great recommendations on things to see and do, and some lovely insider tips on where to eat and what's really worth spending precious vacation time on! Rooms are light and airy, and elevated in a gorgeous garden with flowers, hummingbirds, and plenty of wildlife to watch from our private balcony. Good towels, comfy linens, and a great little kitchenette for snacks, coffee and light meals. The layout gives lots of privacy - we enjoyed feeling 'in the trees' through large windows and glass doors, without overlooking other rooms. As of October 2018, the restaurant is under renovation, but it's an easy drive to the French bakery-cafe in town. Walk carefully when it's wet - flashlights and umbrellas are provided. Can't wait to go back! ##### Allison Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Katie Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie 25 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Julie Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ---