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Hotel Arenal Lodge

Property class: 3

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A room with a large window, two wooden chairs, a bathtub, and a view of a mountain.
A wooden interior with a view of a mountain.
A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.
A clear view of a swimming pool with a mountain in the background.
A building with a water feature cascading down its side, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is $130
$115 nightly
$130 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

Explore the area

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200 Meters NW of the dam of Arenal Lake, Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Lake Arenal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Room (2 Beds)

A view of a mountain through a window with a wooden frame, surrounded by greenery.

Junior Room (2 Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bench, a nightstand, two wall-mounted lamps, and a window with curtains.

Family Suite (Standard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room (2 Queen Beds)

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Panoramic Room (2 Queen Beds)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a TV.

Honeymoon Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Kitchenette

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with chairs and a view of a volcano.

Standard Room, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Apartment (1 Planta Baja)

A hotel room with a bed, two windows with red curtains, a view of a green landscape, and a television on the wall.

Family Apartment (1 Planta Baja)

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, and a television.

Family Apartment (Planta Alta)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Room (1 Bed)

A wooden interior with a view of a mountain.

Junior Room (1 Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room (1 King Bed)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a large window with a mountain view, and a door with a number.

Panoramic Room (1 King Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

With a stay at Hotel Arenal Lodge in La Fortuna, you'll be in the mountains, a 3-minute walk from Lake Arenal and 12 minutes by foot from Arenal Volcano National Park. .This family-friendly hotel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall.

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 31 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Time - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lemnos Wetbar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Baldi Premium Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 hot tubs and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Volcano's Secret, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10 AM.
Volcano's Secret - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Volcano's Secret

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!! Amazing view of Arenal volcano. Breakfast was delicious!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent lodge and service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cab ride to town 45 us dollars avoid cabs and utilize Uber best deal.uber from town to hotel 17 US dollars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and views were beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is good property. some of the facilities like toilets and the GYM need renovation. A buffet breakfast could be better than the ala carte specially with the language barrier. But overall it is a good lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, quiet, beautiful grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views of the volcano are stunning. Friendly staff and the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was great, the food very good The room has a beautiful view. The room needs some maintenance, better pillows. It was a very beautiful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a bit off the beaten path, but worth it. It is in the jungle away from other touriats. We were able to get transportation essily to all the nearby activities. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was good and a number of choices. The restaurant had delicious food available for supper.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Fantastic views. Lodge was rustic and good food. Good value for the $$.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely beautiful. Love the main lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous grounds, setting and atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful setting
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very good place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outdated hotel but very fríendlly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property features a collection of buildings offering various room types. Our chalet, located at the top of the property, was spacious and provided stunning views of Arenal Volcano.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, food, clean room and facilities. Older property now, but definitely part of its charm. We had three teen agers and they loved it. Great value and a short drive to Tabacon hot springs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend it! Beautiful location. Huge rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner on site was not courteous and has no business running a business, the grounds and infrastructure are in poor condition,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great State. Amazing views and kind staff!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close Arenal volcano , the Mountain View rooms offer unparalleled and breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano. The access road is not for the faint hearted but you are rewarded with amazing scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horseback riding was excellent. Beautiful views. Great trails. Room bathrooms could be cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026