Among the World's Best: Hotel Belmar Recognized by Travel + Leisure

Among the World's Best, Rooted in Monteverde

There are recognitions that celebrate beautiful architecture, exceptional cuisine, or impeccable service. And then there are those that speak to something even more meaningful: how a place makes people feel.

We are deeply honored to share that Hotel Belmar has been recognized among Travel + Leisure's 100 Best Hotels in the World, as voted by the magazine's readers. Even more humbling, this distinction places us among the top two destinations in Central America, alongside some of the most celebrated hotels across the globe.

For our family and our team, this recognition belongs as much to Monteverde as it does to Hotel Belmar.

If you have visited, we hope to welcome you back soon.  If you are yet to discover the wonders of Monteverde, plan your cloud forest escape here.

One of Travel's Most Trusted Distinctions

For more than three decades, the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards have been regarded as one of the travel industry's most respected honors because they are shaped not by a panel of judges, but by the people who know a destination best: the travelers who have experienced it firsthand.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of readers evaluate hotels around the world based on accommodations, location, service, food, and overall value. The final rankings reflect genuine guest experiences, making this recognition especially meaningful to all of us. In the 2026 edition alone, more than 207,000 readers cast over 661,000 votes across more than 10,000 travel experiences worldwide.

To know that so many travelers chose to share their memories of Hotel Belmar is both a privilege and a responsibility.

More Than a Place to Stay

From the beginning, Hotel Belmar has aspired to be more than a hotel.

We have always believed that meaningful travel is layered. It is found in conversations with the people who welcome you, in meals that tell the story of the land, in watching morning mist weave through the cloud forest, and in discovering a community that has chosen conservation as a way of life.

Every stay unfolds through thoughtful layers of hospitality, where comfort is enriched by culture, craftsmanship, local relationships, and a genuine sense of belonging.

A Living Relationship with Monteverde

Our greatest luxury has always been our surroundings.

Perched high in Monteverde’s cloud forest mountains, Hotel Belmar exists because generations of people chose to protect this remarkable landscape. We see ourselves not simply as neighbors to the forest, but as participants in its ongoing story.

That philosophy guides everything we do.

From regenerative agriculture at Finca Madre Tierra and farm-to-table dining at Restaurante Celajes, to immersive forest experiences at SAVIA and meaningful partnerships with local artisans, farmers, and producers, we aim to cultivate a relationship with the land based on meaningful reciprocity.

Costa Rica's agrarian heritage has long been rooted in respect for the rhythms of nature. We are inspired by that legacy, embracing regenerative practices that nourish the soil, strengthen biodiversity, and support the community that surrounds us.

Our hope is that every guest leaves with a deeper appreciation for Monteverde and the extraordinary ecosystem that makes this iconic place unlike anywhere else on Earth.

Looking Toward the Future

This recognition arrives during an exciting new chapter for Hotel Belmar.

The recent opening of Artista, our collection of contemporary forest villas, represents a natural evolution of our vision for hospitality. Surrounded by the cloud forest and situated within a landscape being thoughtfully regenerated, Artista reflects our belief that exceptional design and ecological stewardship can flourish together. Every villa has been conceived to offer an experience that is restorative, immersive, and deeply connected to the natural world, inviting guests to rediscover their own place within it.

As Hotel Belmar continues to evolve, our commitment remains unchanged: to create experiences that nurture body and mind while honoring the remarkable place that makes them possible.

Hospitality, From Our Family to Yours

As a family-owned and managed hotel, we have always believed that hospitality begins long before check-in.

It begins with welcoming guests as friends.

That philosophy continues to shape every interaction, every recommendation shared by our concierge, every meal prepared by our culinary team, every forest experience, and every smile exchanged throughout a guest's stay.

Awards are deeply appreciated, but the relationships we build with our guests remain our greatest source of pride. Many of the travelers who voted for Hotel Belmar have returned to Monteverde more than once. Some have become lifelong friends. That is perhaps the most meaningful recognition of all.

A Shared Celebration

This recognition belongs not only to Hotel Belmar, but also to the remarkable community of Monteverde and to Costa Rica itself.

We are proud to represent a country whose warmth, generosity, and deep respect for nature continue to inspire travelers from around the world. Here, hospitality is sincere, conservation is a shared responsibility, and every visitor is welcomed as a friend.

To every guest who has walked our trails, gathered around our tables, enjoyed evenings of live music, watched clouds drift across the mountains, or simply found a moment of renewal within the forest, thank you.

Your trust has made this recognition possible. 

We look forward to welcoming many more travelers to Monteverde, sharing the beauty of this extraordinary place, and continuing to prove that the finest hospitality is rooted not only in how we care for our guests, but in how we care for the place that welcomes us all.

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