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Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Lake Arenal

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International cuisine
Bar (on property)
Double Room, Balcony, Lake View
Nestled near Lake Arenal, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant offers a serene retreat with full breakfast, a tranquil garden, and relaxing spa services. Unwind on the picturesque terrace or explore your literary side in the library.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Romantic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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Nuevo Arenal, 1Km Este Del Gimnasio, Arenal, Guanacaste, 50807

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 28 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 31 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 33 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 34 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café & Macadamia - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Selva Paraíso Souvenir & Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pan German Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Toucan Lane Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Casa Italia - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

Bed & breakfast near Lake Arenal
Located close to Tronadora Arena and FlyZone Wakeboard School, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Gingerbread Restaurant, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free property and concierge services
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gingerbread Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200.00 per vehicle (return)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Gingerbread Hotel Arenal
Gingerbread Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel Restaurant
Gingerbread Restaurant Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast Arenal

Frequently asked questions

Is Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 200.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant located?

Situated in Arenal, this bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Arenal, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tenorio Volcano National Park and FlyZone Wakeboard School. Cavernas de Venado and Arenal Volcano National Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Loved the staff. Food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eyal and his staff were the saving grace of our trip. When everything that could go wrong, did, we were warmly greeted and welcomely accommodated. Our room was absolutely beautiful, and the food and service in the restaurant was unrivaled!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, well maintained property with amazing birds and plants. Cozy casitas with character and delicious meals served by colorful chef Eyal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quaint and well outfitted. The hotel location is beautiful and unique. The host was very hospitable, accommodating, and pleasant to talk to. The food is great and reasonably priced. The flowers, birds are a sight to see in the morning. If you want privacy and great accommodations at a great value, this is where to stay in Nuevo Arenal. It’s a short drive to Rio Celeste tubing or the Arenal Volcano.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Saeed

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Full of mosquitos and bugs. very dirty. We couldn't stay even 5 minutes in the room. Luckily I found another hotel to stay that night. It was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jahnick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Lakefront B&B

We stayed at Gingerbread for three nights while looking for a home to rent in the Arenal area. Our room was lovely, with murals painted on the wall and ceiling. It was very quiet. We had a private balcony with a wonderful lake view. There were birds everywhere ... tanagers, aracaris, oropendulas, jays, robins, euphonias, etc. Breakfast was served outside on the covered terrace overlooking the lake, and each day featured a different creation by Chef Eyal. The restaurant was awesome for dinner as well, we enjoyed escargots, mussels, caesar salad and ribs among many other delicious dishes. We highly recommend this B&B.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel. Only 6 rooms. each individually decorated . Owner chef welcoming and very personable. Amazing tasting meal available as well as regular menu. Enjoy the included family style breakfast (for hotel guests only) while you watch Toucans at the feeders. Highly recommend stopping at Gingerbred!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, amazing food.

Wow, this hotel was great. The staff were super friendly, parking and WiFi were both great! However the best thing this joint has going is the food! It’s incredible, I know there are many hotels in the area but this hotel was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we were given a room in that was a separate l bungalow. it was very large with a king and queen bed. was air conditioned which is also uncommon.in Costa Rica. The breakfast was great and was included with the room. The restaurant has an awesome chef who completed culinary studies in Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Passionate cook/owner—amazing and unique place

Wow! Eyal and the whole (tiny) gingerbread hotel and restaurant was a highlight of our stay in Costa Rica. Eyal is truly a man with a genius for cooking—basically, imagine if Anthony Bourdain operated a restaurant and bed and breakfast, i.e., this isn’t the kind of place you ask for “more or less spicey”, you get what you get and what you get is amazing. Both dinners we had there (with my wife and kids) were arguably the best meals i have ever experienced. And eating and staying here is truly an experience—the birds, the howler monkeys, and Eyal himself, all come together to make this certainly the most unique place we’ve ever stayed. we were assigned the wine cellar room (?casita) which defies description in this format, but trust me it’s unique, comfortable and memorable, every touch is custom. if you don’t awaken spontaneously to the sound of howler monkeys and copious copious birds, set your alarm for 5:30 am, it’s worth it.

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Creative place

Really enjoyed the property, our bungalow, and the food prepared from the chef. Very creative place!

8/10 Good

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Bay Area CA.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Food

We stay here for It's central location and we just have to walk downstairs to our favorite restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

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