Located close to Montezuma Falls and Montezuma Gardens, The Howler Monkey Hotel provides game and wildlife viewing, a poolside bar and a terrace. This cabin is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sunloungers and fishing. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities, such as horse riding, surfing/body boarding and kayaking. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Cóbano, The Howler Monkey Hotel is in a rural area and on the beach. Montezuma Gardens is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Montezuma Falls and Santa Teresa Beach. Cocal Beach and Hermosa Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Cóbano travel guide
De la Salon El Higueron, 100m E, 100m S, Cabuya, Cóbano, Puntarenas
What's nearby
Montezuma Beach
19 min drive - 7.3 km
Santa Teresa Beach
31 min drive - 13.1 km
Cabuya Island
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Montezuma Falls
19 min drive - 7.4 km
Montezuma Gardens
20 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Cóbano Airport (ACO)
33 min drive
Restaurants
Indigena Cafe
3 min drive
El Carmen
22 min drive
The Roastery
22 min drive
Las Piedras
22 min drive
The Bakery
22 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Howler Monkey Hotel
At The Howler Monkey Hotel, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy snorkelling. All 5 cabins boast iPads, and offer free WiFi and balconies or patios. Other amenities available to guests include dining areas, private gardens and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Howler Monkey Hotel offers 5 accommodations with iPads and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. This Cóbano cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and in-room massages can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Window guards
Fire extinguisher
General
5 units
Connecting units available
Free bicycle rentals
Garden
Traditional architecture
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges USD 16 for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 16
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
24-hour pool access
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Howler Monkey Hotel Cobano
Howler Monkey Cobano
The Howler Monkey Hotel Cabin
The Howler Monkey Hotel Cóbano
The Howler Monkey Hotel Cabin Cóbano
Frequently asked questions
Does The Howler Monkey Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
Is The Howler Monkey Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Howler Monkey Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Howler Monkey Hotel?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at The Howler Monkey Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is The Howler Monkey Hotel located?
Located in Cóbano, this beachfront cabin is in a national park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Montezuma Gardens, Montezuma Falls and Santa Teresa Beach. Cocal Beach and Hermosa Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Howler Monkey Hotel Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 25 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 25 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 25 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
Richard
11 Dec, 2022
Liked: Communication
More rustic than what we were expecting. Beach much rockier than we were expecting
Richard
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Paradies
Für mich ein Hideaway, direkt am Meer, ganzes „Haus“ für mich alleine (oben schlafen, unten Küche und separat Dusche/Toilette), unkompliziert, dank Dustin (Volontär) super gegessen!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul
12 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A perfect location to get away from it all - Jim the owner is super nice and very helpful with any questions your have. Lots of cool walks to do in the area
Paul
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Pamela
6 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Un lugar tranquilo y seguro con diferentes playas cerca
Pamela
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
2/10 Terrible
Ellen
17 Apr, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Dont stay here.
We arrived via a bumpy dirt road during a thunderstorm. It was a room up steep stairs with 4 beds and a table. You had to go outside and down steep stairs to the bathroom and kitchen. The kitchen was disgusting. The toilet didn’t flush. You had to turn the water on and off. We stayed 20 minutes. The bed was covered in either flying ants or termites. Disgusting.
Ellen
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Wendy
29 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Acojedor lugar
Muy bello lugar, mis niños disfrutaron mucho. Jim disponible y muy atento en todo momento ay unos perros muy dosiles.
Sin duda volveremos a ir.
Acceso gratuito a la piscina, las bicicletas, la canoa, la lavadora.
Pequeña cocina en la mini-cabaña.
Café ofrecido por la mañana.
Hamaca y lugar agradable frente al mar.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Travelingduo, Detroit
10 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We like staying at howler monkey. It’s quiet and beautiful.
We stayed a weekend and loved the cozy rustic tropical paradise. With an ambient atmosphere and just a breeze away from the ocean, you can relax and enguldge in the authentic jungle tranquility. Everyone working on the property added charismatic Friendship to a unforgettably magical weekend.
Endroit original et bien situé, petite maison sympathique avec confort minimum comme au camping mais mal entretenue et sale.
Beaucoup de super promenade à faire dans la région qui est vraiment magnifique. 4x4 obligatoire !
Almost impossible to call this a property. TERRIBLE. Basically paid for a shed with a bed. Dirty. Dirty. Dirty. Slept in clothes. Did not use shower - toilet only if desperate. Honestly, just gross.
Description of locale incredibly deceiving. As an example, the workout room was a rusty stationary bike from the 70’s.
The next day couldn’t come soon enough!
We loved staying at the Howler Monkey Hotel. The remote location was perfect for us with not so many tourists around and we had the beach almost completely to ourselves everyday. Also since the hotel doesnt have that many cabinas it felt almost as if the hotel area was part of our private jungle garden. One morning a family of cappuccin monkeys moved through the trees of the hotel area so we watched them as we were having breakfast. We saw beautiful birds, iguana lizards, howler monkeys and squirrels everyday. And while laying in our beds at night we talked about the fact that the only sounds we could hear were the sounds of the ocean and the sounds from different animals. Amazingly relaxing!
Encantada con todo, desde el principio la bienvenida que nos dio Doña Sonia fue excelente, el lugar es muy lindo y privado, excelente vista del amaneces y un chuzo de lugar para hacer carne asada en el rancho y sentarse a escuchar el mar ❤️
Fabiana
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
23 Jun, 2018
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Jim and Emma were very accommodating. Upon departure, Jim called in the howler monkeys to say goodbye and nearly 30 came by to perch in the trees above the Bungalow... very cool.
Great A-frame cabins right next to the beach, with a hammock and a picnic table right on the edge of the beach. Very relaxing, with a couple of sweet, friendly dogs there. The manager, Emma, is planting lots of flowers and fruit trees, and can give you a quick tour of all of them. There's also a small pool, and you can rent bicycles or kayaks. I definitely recommend it!
Good location (gravel/dusty roads), close to Cobano services/shopping and Montezuma (car/4WD recommended. Needs upgrading especially height of risers on staircases to 2nd floor bedroom. More suitable for younger families and guests on a budget. You get what you pay for. Very helpful and friendly owner and manager. Have fun !!
La vegetación del lugar es muy bonita y está frente a la playa. Ideal para conocer cabuya.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
4 Mar, 2018
Ultimate Laid-Back
The epitome of laid-back ... roosters and monkeys from 1 am on, hosts who chat you up at all hours, blues or Irish music broadcast through the compound starting at 8:30 in the morning ... Maybe not the place for families or single women traveling alone or for neat-freaks, but if you don’t mind walking down weird ladder-stairs to go to the bathroom, it’s a chill place right on the beach....