700 metros norte del liceo Canaan, Rivas, San Jose, 11904
What's nearby
The Secret Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Samaritan Chocolate - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Canaan Cheeses - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Cloudbridge Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Chirripó National Park - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 55.2 miles/88.9 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
El Andaluz - 10 min drive
Antojitos del Maíz - 13 min drive
Bar La Estrella - 14 min walk
Buona pizza - 6 min drive
Restaurante Hotel Roca Dura - 15 min walk
About this property
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano
Enjoy your visit to Rivas with a stay at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge and a children's pool.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
2 outdoor pools
Spa services
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
De Montana El Pelicano Rivas
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano Hotel
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano Rivas
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano Hotel Rivas
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano and nearby?
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano has 2 outdoor pools and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano like?
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano is a short 9-minute walk from The Secret Gardens and 11 minutes' walk from Samaritan Chocolate.
Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2024
Excellent food, great pool
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 April 2024
The food was good and at affordable prices. The location is nice, with nice valley views. The room was pretty run down, and the linens even had a big hole.
Based on the options in the area, which are limited, I think it is an average option.
Agustin
Agustin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
The flora on the grounds was beautiful. Great mt views, good resturant with excellent service. I would recommend the cabins as they are quiet and more roomy.
Kristen
Kristen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2024
One of the proprietors, Wilson, was incredible. He showed us soooo many birds.
The property is loaded with birds. Simply incredible.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 January 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2023
This grounds of this property are beuatiful. It is as amazing as the surrounding area and the drive up to the property. It is peaceful and relaxing with views of the Talamanca mountains. The room was clean and comfortable. I would suggest some upgrades in the rooms to match the beautiful of the grounds outside. Even without the upgrades, I would certainly return, as the service, staff and experience was pleasant and unique. I loved walking in the gardens.
Tamarra
Tamarra, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 June 2023
MAYUMI
MAYUMI, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 April 2023
Excellent
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2023
Most beautiful place to visit!
Ewa
Ewa, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 March 2023
The location of this property is gorgeous. The grounds are extremely well maintained and the owners/managers are friendly and helpful with a view to sustainability and the environment as well as super knowledgeable on the area wildlife and terrain.
Linda
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2023
Unique setting in the mountains, great views and surroundings. Used a small cabin, perfect for a couple.
Rick
Rick, 3-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
18 October 2022
Great people, beautiful area
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 August 2022
The area is beautiful and the hotel restaurant was very convenient and good.
Allison
Allison, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 June 2022
The owners and "family" are great people that really cared about their guests. Great hiking in the area, waterfalls, etc
I will go back again!
Diana
Diana, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2022
Great family run hotel in beautiful location
Great location, very relaxing up in the foothills of the chirripo range. We were surrounded by an abundance of birds and plants which helped us to really enjoy our stay. We instantly booked another night on arrival and only wish we could have stayed a little longer. We enjoyed the short trail in the hill behind the property, swimming in the pool and visiting the cloudbridge reserve. The owner was very welcoming and excited to teach us about the birds we could see and hear by our cabin. All the staff spoke good english and were very helpful. The restaurant was well priced and we had some lovely meals and breakfast there. Solar heater provided very hot water for the shower and all the room was cold enough to not need AC.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 November 2021
Super friendly . Loved it
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2021
Stayed in the cabin, excellent views of the mountains. Cabin was nice and roomy, with additional seating outside on the lawn, and a hammock on the patio. The TV did not work (screen said the system needs to be reset after a storm/power outage) but we did care about watching it so we did not aske the staff for the reset. Pool very nice, very good breakfast. The reception sells the excellent Chiripo coffee for less than the original vendor at the Valley Cafe in San Isidro. Would definitely stay again.
Monika
Monika, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2021
Got a room in the main building despite booking a cabin, the staff was very sorry for that and gave us free breakfast to mitigate the issue. The room was OK and for the price (significantly lower than the cabin) a very good value. The property has amazing views of the Cerro Chirripó and surroundung mountains, the garden is beautiful and the pool was a nice touch. Would stay again.
Monika
Monika, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 June 2020
Amazing food, attentive staff, and incredible property nestled in nature. The cabin was magical as the rain and thunder rolled in with a fresh evening breeze.
Adam
Adam, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 February 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 January 2020
This is a place we’d visit again, only we’d try to stay in one of the little cabins rather than in the rooms of the main building. The staff was friendly, the food creatively different and tasty. The setting was lovely and peaceful. The area is very hilly and spread out so a vehicle is very handy for getting around otherwise be prepared to walk in mountainous terrain. The hotel is a bird magnet and you can spot many species from the grounds.
Across from the main building is a little museum filled with the patriarch’s very clever wood carvings. The matriarch was the original cook and now the restaurant is named for her. One of the sons took us out bird watching and he was SHARP! We always appreciate a family run business
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 January 2020
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2019
Delightful experience, we booked there to hike Chirripo but would definitely stay there again to enjoy the hotel more.
Food was delicious and the staff was absolutely amazing (to the extent they went to fish some trouts especially for us when we ordered them at the restaurant as they didn’t have any left, to make sure we would have very fresh fish before our hike)
Super convenient and easy going, shuttle service to the start of the trail for Chirripó, and they even let us leave our car within the hotel and shower when we came back while we were supposed to have checked out already.
Definitely a 5 star service.