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Peace in the Cloud Forest
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After living in Monteverde myself for nearly 2 years it felt somewhat strange staying so far away from the actual town of Santa Elena, and rather in the area of Monteverde itself. So regarding it’s proximity to the Monteverde Cloud Forest’s entrance it is very nicely situated, though for younger travelers I would suggest that there are better areas and to be truthful nicer hotels to stay at nearer the area where things actually happen.
For me Fonda Vela could really have done with a small make over, regarding its grounds which seemed somewhat unkempt, and as nice as the space was in the Junior Suites, both room types could be updated a little, as it does feel as though not a lot has changed in the 20 years since it was constructed. A fresher smell in the standard rooms would have been quite welcome!
The service was very pleasant indeed, however the breakfast was a little ‘rubbery’ as it kind of felt it had been waiting for orders rather than been cooked freshly. The one other thing I was hoping for was the pool table which is advertised on the website but which turns out to be in the owner’s room now! So that really needs to be updated.
Never the less, to end on a high note, you do really get the feeling that you are in the Cloud Forest region, with the perfect silence surrounding the hotel and its beautiful views from the suites. All in all, the hotel is worth the price you pay for it, even if it could do with a lick of paint!
| | | | Posted by abaker on 9/26/2008 10:34:07 AM | The Space within the Junior Suites and front Gardens.
| The age of it, and it being somewhat unkept around the grounds.
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