Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Poco a Poco Lodge is a boutique hotel located in Santa Elena, Monteverde, surrounded by cloud forest gardens and trails, it’s an ideal base for birdwatchers seeking both comfort and accessible wildlife viewing.

Quick Facts on Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
- Type of Location
- Habitat
  Cloud Forest, Gardens
- Commonly Seen Bird Species
  Emerald Toucanet, Rufous-and-white Wren, Orange-billed Nightingale-Thrush, Orange-chinned Parakeet, Canivet’s Emerald

What to Expect During Your Stay at the Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco...

Rooms and Amenities

Poco a Poco offers a range of rooms including Quetzal Rooms, Garden Family suites, and Forest Deluxe units, all equipped with private baths, air-conditioning, Wi‑Fi, TVs, coffee makers, and many featuring terraces or jacuzzis. The on-site restaurant and spa cater to both relaxation and culinary enjoyment.

Birding on the Property

The pretty hotel gardens, walking paths, and nearby forested settings are magnets for birds and butterflies, offering guests excellent birdwatching right on property.

Other Activities Available

Enjoy the heated pool and Jacuzzi with wet bar, full spa services, and easy walking access to Santa Elena shops and local tours like hanging bridges and coffee tours.

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Travel & Logistics

Conservation Initiatives
Poco a Poco holds tourism sustainability certifications including Costa Rica’s ICT certification, Blue Flag, and Green Flag programs.
How to Get There
Conveniently situated in Santa Elena, the lodge is the closest property to downtown Monteverde, great for accessing local shops, restaurants, and tour operators on foot.
Seasonal Notes
Quetzals are most often observed during nesting season—February to May. Bellbirds tend to be more vocal and visible from March through June. Bird activity in the gardens remains vibrant year-round, enhanced during the wetter green season.
Best Times to Visit
February–May for the Resplendent Quetzal breeding activity. December–April for drier, clearer weather. August–November offers lush landscapes, active birding, and fewer visitors.

A Few More Notes on Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco