"SPLURGE!! Eduardo Venegas Castro ... Has a beatiful new inn named for his wife: the Nidia Lodge. The area is peaceful and just steps away from the Finca Ecologica. The accommodations are first rate - brand new rooms have hot water, upstairs units have private bath balconies and there is a nice restaurant. But its greatest resource is Eduardo, an expert naturalist, who clearly revels in offering guided walks of the area forests. You'll learn more from him in five minutes than you ever did in biology class."
Lonely Planet 2004. (Travel Guide)

“I like it here because you get to know the whole family and you feel as though your every need is accommodated, but not in a formal, business-like way, more as friend”
Larry Lanstrom. Seattle, WA, USA.

“We had a pleasant time here, nice, clean rooms and delicious food & service! Thanks!”
Liesbeth and Richard Van Os. Vught, Holland.

“Would not change anything - Everything was excellent”
Catherine and T.J Golub. Babylon, NY, USA

“Loved the meal at Nidia’s – it was our BEST in CR!!!!!”
Marg and Clean. Estes Park, CO, USA.

" ... Old Favorite, quiet, friendly, seven rooms... " Exploring Costa Rica 2003.

"Is short walk up a steep hill, but worth it. You feel at home the second you walk in and rooms are clean and comfortable. A meal plan is available." Lonely Planet 2004. (Travel Guide)

"... This new Pension is my favorite option in Monteverde. Located 75 meters up a dirt road, just outside Santa Elena on the way to the preserve, this hotel has authentic rural feel. The rooms are very simple, but immaculately clean. The owners will make you feel part of the family. They also know and love the area, and are eager to share it with guests." Frommer's 99 (Travel Guide)

"Owner Eduardo Venegas Castro has worked at both the Monteverde and Santa Elena reserves and was director latter. ... Tours and transportation can be arranged, a number of wildlife are available to guests, and ther is laundry service" Lonely Planet 2000 (Travel Guide)