Located in Costa Rica’s lush Cloud Forest and nestled in the mountaintops of the Monteverde Reserve, internationally known as one of the world's premiere wildlife sanctuaries, the venerable, world-renowned Hotel Belmar offers guests truly unique experiences full of natural wonder, elegance and warm friendly service – all within an unprecedented sensitivity to the preservation of the environment. Belmar calls this experience 'The Art of Nature' – a simple phrase that sums up the lodge's commitment to the exquisite and beautiful natural experiences its guests will enjoy during their time spent at Hotel Belmar.

The rustic, yet charming Swiss Chalet-style hotel offers 34 rooms with wood paneling and French doors, each with private bathroom and hot water. Amenities include a restaurant, bar, and laundry service. In addition, there is a Jaccuzzi, art gallery, basketball court, pool table and internet service.

With the coveted Five Leaf Sustainability Award by Costa Rica's Minister of Tourism, Hotel Belmar’s commitment to the environment as well as the local community has been unyielding for over 30 years. Belmar's guests will have a good night's sleep knowing that the lodge is looking out for the ecosystems they are exploring and the community they are encountering.

Recent upgrades to the hotel have been completed in 2012 and are aimed at evolving the Hotel Belmar experience into an even greater one. Guests can expect a variety of exciting new room styles, features and amenities designed for exclusive, unforgettable comfort and quality.

Amenities offered in all of Hotel Belmar's guest rooms:
•One king-size bed or two queen-size beds with orthopedic mattresses, and high-quality cotton linens
•Locally crafted and hand-carved wooden furniture made in Belmar's own cabinet shop
•Well-appointed minibar including organic, locally made snacks
•Hand-made, organic soap and lotion, biodegradable shampoo and conditioner
•Magnifying mirrors
•Hair dryer
•Safety deposit box (laptop size in Chalet Deluxe and Forest Rooms only)
•Telephone for free local calls and available international calls
•Wi-Fi internet service
•All day, freshly-brewed, Costa Rican coffee delivery service
•Full homemade breakfast included in all of Belmar's rates.

To care for guests' health and that of the environment, all of Belmar's rooms are kept 100% toxic free. Products used to clean rooms, detergents used for towels and linens, and all bathroom amenities are gentle and biodegradable, all made in Costa Rica in harmony with nature.

Water in all bathrooms, as well as that used in Belmar's laundry rooms, is heated with solar panels, thus considerably reducing the hotel's environmental footprint.

The lively Celajes Restaurant features splendid balconies overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers world-class dishes, created by Belmar's head chef and served by the hotel's warm and friendly staff. Only the best local ingredients are used, many of which are grown on the hotel property itself or on the Belmar family organic farm. The style of culinary offerings range from interpretations of traditional Costa Rican dishes to original recipes reflecting the natural environment of the Monteverde area.

Hotel Belmar complimentary breakfasts have become one of the most beloved experiences for guests. Enjoy a morning birdwatching session on the restaurant balcony, while delighting in homemade jams, granola, sweet and savory breads, yogurt, freshly squeezed orange juice and local fruits. Or go all out and partake of Belmar's pancakes, local meats or the typical Costa Rican gallo pinto, free-range organic eggs, queso fresco or omelettes made to order by the chef at the omelette station. This is truly the best way to start your day in the cloud forest.

The Hotel has a wide offering of professional spa services to help guests replenish their health and beauty. Therapies are offered in the Spa Room or in certain guest rooms.

Surrounded by greenery in a glass-walled gazebo just below the main hotel, Belmar's Jacuzzi is open from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m., and it is the perfect place to unwind after hiking or a day of adventure in the forest.

Hotel Belmar’s Yoga Studio is located by the forest, on the ground floor of the Chalet, and offers regular yoga classes, as well as the possibility for individual practice and private lessons.

Hotel Belmar also periodically holds art exhibitions, dance workshops, community gatherings and other recreational activities, thereby keeping a dynamic relationship with its community.

Also available are Natural History and Birdwatching Tours, Specialized Birdwatching Tours, Sustainability Tours and Afternoon Nature Talks.

And every Monday, Wednesday and Friday guests can enjoy a complimentary slide show and nature talk in the Chalet lounge. Imparted by a professional naturalist guide, talks range in topics from ‘Mammals of Costa Rica’ to ‘Birds of the Cloud Forest’. It is a great opportunity to discuss your spottings with other travelers and enrich your travel in Costa Rica with interesting facts and information.

Hotel Belmar can be a destination unto itself, or a perfect base from which to discover the many wonders of Costa Rica's Cloud Forest.