Hotel Arenal Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 hot tubs and full-service spa

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Property entrance
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Outdoor spa tub
Interior entrance
VIP Access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
The price is €184
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan

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Room options

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Junior Suite (1 Bed)

Highlights

Balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Kitchenette

Highlights

Kitchenette
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Chalet (1 King Bed)

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Master Suite

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

Apartment (1 Planta Baja)

Highlights

Kitchen
TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (2 Beds)

Highlights

Balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite (Standard)

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Apartment (Planta Alta)

Highlights

Kitchen
TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Chalet (2 Queen Beds)

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
200 Meters NW of the dam of Arenal Lake, Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 13 min walk
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 5 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 11 min drive
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪La Saca Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Ti-Cain - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Family-friendly hotel near Arenal Volcano National Park
At Hotel Arenal Lodge, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden. Indulge in a facial, a massage and a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, La Fortuna, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and garden views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as hiking/biking and ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge) and a computer station
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 24-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Fortuna

Things to do

  • 2 spa tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 20 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Arenal Lodge
Hotel Hotel Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Hotel Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Arenal La Fortuna
La Fortuna Hotel Arenal Lodge Hotel
Hotel Hotel Arenal Lodge
Arenal
Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Hotel Arenal Lodge Hotel
Hotel Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Hotel Arenal Lodge Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

As of 9 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arenal Lodge on 16 Jan 2025 start from €184.37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Arenal Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day.

How much is parking at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 180 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Arenal Lodge located?

This family-friendly La Fortuna hotel is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano National Park. Wellness Park Costa Rica and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Hotel Arenal Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Niorka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing! It’s in a quiet and beautiful location with stunning views of Arenal Volcano and the rainforest. It really felt like a peaceful escape into nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a quick stay here so didn't get to enjoy many of the amenities. But the hot tub was nice and the restaurant food really good. Our rooms was charming. The only drawback was a huge rain storm overnight. We could understand hearing the rain on the roof, but there was something banging from the wind that kept us up a bit. Otherwise the hotel is in a great location to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

NAVNEET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It was very quiet and beautiful, and the staff were kind and helpful. The room was a good size and it was nice having a seating area at the front patio. However, the room was dark and there was no fan in the bathroom, so our room felt damp alot of the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Deanette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is beautiful the view of el arenal is gorgeous. The drive up to the actual hotel is pretty wild especially at night it felt so scary through the dark winding road like if you were in a Jurassic Park movie. During the day the ride was much more manageable but definitely not for an unseasoned driver. We came during dry season yet there was a lot of rain making the drive scarier. However the view and property ambience was worth it. Property could use some extra amenities to make it top notch, specifically you can hear every creak through the walls and floors. Overall our family had a very nice time. The staff at the restaurant was lovely. Pura vida!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Largo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The jungle trail on the property was great. We saw a lot of wildlife and plants. The food at the lodge was very good and breakfast included was delicious. We stayed in the Chalet and had amazing views. Overall the property was great but highly recommend checking in during the day due to the 2km drive off the main road to the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Juveria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Arenal lodge is much further than the main town of La Fortuna so transporting is harder. Most tour companies charge extra to pick/drop from this location. The rooms are outdated and we also felt like there were some unnatural activity like ghosts on the property. One of the nights we stayed, we kept hearing the doors slamming and stomping upstairs. The doors were not visibly slamming so not sure what was going on. We also heard people talking at night but there weren't any additional guests in the area we were staying at. The second night, thankfully, it wasn't so bad. Otherwise, the property is very nice, there is a jungle trail which honestly was so much fun to explore. The reception guy in the AM was very helpful, the guy in the PM was not.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danica

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's a nice lodge just to get there from the entrance it's s a bit difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The drive up to the hotel is very long, windy, and not in the best condition. Friendly staff and rooms have amazing view of the volcano. Complimentary breakfast and free WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Manish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is ok, a bit old but the access is very inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the volcano. Great Pina coladas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location needs to be remolded.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The views are spectacular. I wasn’t expecting to be able to look out of my window and have such a clear view of the volcano. It was really amazing. We did not have hot showers during our stay and that was the only downfall. The front desk staff said that it was not a normal occurrence.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mohan, BOLINGBROOK

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hammad

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXTREMELY UNDERRATED SPOT!!! soooo beautiful! the only thing is specific rooms are farther away from the main lounge area or pool/hot tub spots. apart from that, hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

kang

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little hard to get to. Beautiful view, if no rain (unfortunately there was down pouring when I was there). Kind of remote place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

eyal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Perfect location, amazing room, amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noyal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Costa Rica. The staff were incredibly nice and would check up with us whenever we ran into them. They were extremely accommodating to our needs and also helped us plan different activities. Overall amazing stay but just keep in mind that walking up the road to the hotel is intense and you should probably have some sort of transportation going up!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheikh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property with Lake and Volcano views (weather permitting ;) and restaurant (many selections), pool, hot tubs and trails, gym, lobby (with garden and games). Up/down a winding road, we rarely drove after dark. Helpful front desk, especially the gentleman with (grey?) glasses, who connected our young family with a lovely zipline and hot springs experience. Would stay again! Possibly closer to amenities in rainy season.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sdeepthi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"Aerenal Lodge is a true gem! Surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, it's a paradise on earth. The lush greenery, serene atmosphere, and warm hospitality make it a standout destination. So far, it's been my best stay among all my vacations - a perfect blend of relaxation and rejuvenation. The attention to detail, comfort, and amenities are top-notch. I feel grateful to have experienced this little slice of heaven. If you're looking for a tranquil retreat, look no further than Aerenal Lodge - it's a nature lover's dream come true!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property sits in a very quiet area. Away from the city. I enjoyed the stay even though we had a few hiccups with the AC leaking. It caused the floor to have lots of water I almost slipped. Told front desk and response was “make sure the doors and windows are closed while AC is on and don’t put at a low temperature.” Okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024