A wonderful experience in Costa Rica thanks to Serendipity Adventures
Costa Rica | Jan 21 - Feb 1, 2025

Paule
Paule D.
Canada | Reviewed on Feb 02, 2025

Holden and his team (Nancy, and Wilman) took the time to know us and customized our trip to offer a wonderful experience. Our focus was nature and wildlife photography. The hotels they recommended were a delight and the guide and excursions were fantastic. They recommended a 4x4 which was perfect for the type of driving and excursion we had in mind, they also recommended a local and knowledgeable guide for us in Monteverde who customized our tour to allow us to see the elusive resplendent Quizals (a rare bird!). The Serendipity team was in touch with us through whatsapp during our trip, always ready to answer any questions and offer suggestions. They regularly checked on us to ensure everything was smooth, they took care of every detail, even ensuring we could return our rental car to our hotel which had a free shuttle to the airport, making the return smooth and stress-free. I recommend them without any reserve and use their service again on a return trip to Costa Rica.

Hotel Reviews
Heliconias Nature Inn
PeƱas Blancas

The staff was friendly and helpful. We did a bird-watching tour with Victor who is very knowledgeable and saw many birds and even sloths on the property! We stayed in one of the glass bungalows. They have AC and are very quiet and comfortable but a little dark since they are in the jungle, The walk to the restaurant is a little tiring after a long day, bring comfy shoes!

Authenticity & Character
Location
The hotel is located 30 minutes from La Fortuna, a little remote but the property is very good if your goal is to be in nature and see birds and wildlife. it is quiet which we really appreciated!
Staff
Friendly and very helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Fonda Vela Hotel
Monteverde

We had a junior suite, it was immaculate, the shower was roomy, very comfortable beds, and a dehumidifier in the room which is a plus in the rain forest! They provide robe and you can make a reservation to use the private jacuzzi at the spa at no extra charge. They also have hot tubs and a large pool. This hotel is in the clouds, you have a wonderful view from the dining room and the bedrooms. The staff is friendly and helpful and the food is good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Liberia

The room itself is average but it is what you expect from this type of hotel. The pool is really nice and the fact that we could return our rental car at the hotel (enterprise) was a definite plus, along with the free shuttle to the airport which made our return stress free. The breakfast as included and was surprisingly good, including buffet and an omelette station!

Authenticity & Character
Location
5 min from the airport, I am rating it a 5 for easy transfer, this is the perfect place if you arrive with a late flight and leave early.
Staff
The restaurant was under staffed in the evening but they really did their best to serve everyone in a timely fashion, we just felt bad for our waiter!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Holden Ketchum
Holden
Holden Ketchum
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Feb 03, 2025

Thank you Paule for taking the time to review your trip. We value your feedback! I'm happy to hear our team at Serendipity Adventures provided an amazing experience and that you were able to see and photograph the resplendent quetzal!
Thank you
Holden Ketchum
Serendipity Adventures