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Hotel Arenal Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Lake Arenal

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Interior entrance
Mountain view
Standard Room, Kitchenette | Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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Map
200 Meters NW of the dam of Arenal Lake, Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Popular LocationMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTabacon Hot Springs8 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano11 min drive

Room options

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Junior Suite (1 Bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite (1 Bed)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Kitchenette | Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet (1 King Bed)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Master Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Master Suite

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment (1 Planta Baja) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment (1 Planta Baja)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (2 Beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite (2 Beds)

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

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Family Suite (Standard) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite (Standard)

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment (Planta Alta) | In-room dining

Apartment (Planta Alta)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Chalet (2 Queen Beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet (2 Queen Beds)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

On lake.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano National Park. Wellness Park Costa Rica and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • Virgita Ristorante - 15 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 7 min drive
  • Ave Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Tucanes - 8 min drive
  • Restaurante Las Palmas - 14 min drive

About this property

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Lake Arenal
Hotel Arenal Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 spa tubs, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A fitness center, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Arenal Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star La Fortuna hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Arenal Lodge offers 50 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 180 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day

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, 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
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, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free 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 are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Arenal Lodge to the airport?

Hotel Arenal Lodge is 12.6 mi (23-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 Hotel Arenal Lodge?

As of May 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arenal Lodge on May 19, 2024 start from $152.25, 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 Hotel Arenal Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Arenal Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 180 per vehicle, one way.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge offer free breakfast?

Hotel Arenal Lodge offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a pool?

Hotel Arenal Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a restaurant?

Hotel Arenal Lodge is home to La Fortuna, which features international cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, facials, and massages.

How close is Hotel Arenal Lodge to downtown La Fortuna?

Hotel Arenal Lodge is 8.1 mi away from La Fortuna.

Hotel Arenal Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 472 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 974 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 974 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

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & quiet property, reminded us of a retreat. It is very isolated and therefore very relaxing. It's about 30 minutes from La Fortuna, and the drive up to the hotel is very rough and steep. You won't want to come & go very much as it's a bit inconvenient. The hotel itself is pretty old and dated, but our room was very big and clean. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning views - beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lasha, Converse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
When we checked in there was a lady that helped us and she was phenomenal. However a male checked us out and he was abrupt, arrogant and matter of fact with me until my husband came to the counter and he was better but not as mean. The property is gorgeous. The dinner and breakfast service was a bit scrambled and all over the place. The bar service was great. They need more organization and customer service initiatives.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay.
We enjoyed our stay here. The room was great and so was the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary, White Bear Lake

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and accomodating staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable property. Superb views of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal. Great bird and wildlife watching.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice gardens, and grounds, with a good view, when the clouds weren't there
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

BingBing

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property sits in a beautiful secluded area where you can immerse yourself in Nature. You can birdwatching from your breakfast table. The staff are friendly. You will need 4w drive to get to the property. Some improvements can be made: room is dark and hard to read a book at night; the trails on property could use some maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Davidson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024