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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Butterfly Conservatory

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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

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House Economy - Shared Bathroom - Private Room | In-room safe, bed sheets
Superior Room, Mountain View | In-room safe, bed sheets
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, bed sheets

Overview of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Check out the area

Map
22 km Oeste de la Fortuna de San Carlos, 1.7 km del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Popular LocationCosta Rica Sky Adventures13 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano17 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Fortuna Waterfall38 min drive

Room options

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House Economy - Shared Bathroom - Private Room | In-room safe, bed sheets

House Economy - Shared Bathroom - Private Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, Mountain View | In-room safe, bed sheets

Superior Room, Mountain View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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White Hawk Villa | In-room safe, bed sheets

White Hawk Villa

  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Phil's Villa | In-room safe, bed sheets

Phil's Villa

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

In La Fortuna .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Arenal and 6 miles (10 km) of Costa Rica Sky Adventures with a stay here. Butterfly Conservatory is within 6 miles (10 km) and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 13 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 17 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 17 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 26 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Cava Pizza a la Leña - 31 min drive
  • Virgita Ristorante - 28 min drive
  • Restaurante Río Lounge - 39 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 21 min drive
  • Chante Verde - 36 min drive

About this property

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Family-friendly 3-star lodge near Butterfly Conservatory
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A children's pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This Colonial La Fortuna lodge is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1992
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers 48 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Spa tub
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio
  • Yard

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170.00 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Arenal Observatory Lodge La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge
Arenal Observatory La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory
Arenal Observatory Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Arenal Observatory & Trails
Arenal Observatory Lodge Spa
Arenal Observatory Lodge Trails
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails Lodge
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails La Fortuna
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails Lodge La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails to the airport?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is 15.4 mi (50-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails on May 6, 2024 start from $96.68, excluding 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.

Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have an airport shuttle?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 170.00 per vehicle, one way.

Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offer free breakfast?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have a pool?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have a restaurant?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is home to El Jilguero, which features international cuisine.

Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features body scrubs, hot stone massages, and detox wraps.

How close is Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails to downtown La Fortuna?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is 4.9 mi away from La Fortuna.

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 542 out of 690 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 690 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 690 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 690 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 690 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARIANELA, HUNTINGTON PARK

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

10/10 Excellent

sushanta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this property and the trails and overall maintenance and view of the Arenal Volcano. However the last 5-6 km from main road to this lodge needs to be paved. Its difficult to drive and specially in the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adetoun

Liked: Amenities

10/10 Excellent

Amol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gentry

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great and the views of the Volcano from your room was amazing. A lot of hiking trails…my only regret is not staying longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds with walking/hiking trails. Our room had a balcony with the lake view and it was amazing. Property offered a free guided nature tour in the morning for the guests. Full breakfast was included.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location and view of the volcano. Great restaurant abd amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pengzhi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis, Manotick

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The trail system, the pool, the dining menu and the prime location all contributed to a positive experience at this lodge. This is our second visit at Arenal Observatory Lodge and we continue to appreciate the well maintained gardens and trails, as well as the variety of birds in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023