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1. La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal
Arenal
United States
Linda
AU$192
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
La Mansion Inn Arenal

2. Lucky Bug B & B

Lucky Bug B & B
Arenal
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lucky Bug B & B

3. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel Laguna Arenal
Arenal
United States
Francesca
AU$318
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hotel Laguna Arenal

4. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Casa Donna Rosa B&B
Arenal
United States
Michael
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Casa Donna Rosa B&B

5. Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant
Arenal
United States
Carl
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

6. Agua Inn

Agua Inn
Arenal
Canada
Maxime
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Agua Inn

7. Happy Paradise Lodge

Happy Paradise Lodge
Arenal
United States
Kimihiko
AU$86
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Happy Paradise Lodge

8. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

Casa Pura Vida Arenal
Arenal
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Casa Pura Vida Arenal

9. Hostal Nuevo Arenal

Hostal Nuevo Arenal
Nuevo Arenal
Canada
sylvain
AU$56
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hostal Nuevo Arenal

10. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Santa Rosa
United States
Marian
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

11. Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica
Santa Rosa
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Mystica

12. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
La Fortuna
United States
Valeria
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

13. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
La Fortuna
United States
Valeriia
AU$576
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

14. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
La Fortuna
Mexico
Jorge Isai
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

15. Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge
La Fortuna
United States
Gianluca
AU$280
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sangregado Lodge

16. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
La Fortuna
United States
Aanand
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

17. The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Monterrey
United States
Julien
AU$833
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

18. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
La Fortuna
Canada
Sahar Lotfi
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

19. Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal
Peñas Blancas
United States
Andres
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Chateau Arenal

20. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Celeste Mountain Lodge
Bijagua
United States
Louisa
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Celeste Mountain Lodge
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Learn more about Arenal

Towering over lush rainforest, the majestic Arenal Volcano invites hikers to explore its national park's wildlife-rich trails. Soak in natural hot springs at Tabacon after a day spent traversing Mistico's hanging bridges or paddling across serene Lake Arenal.

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A volcanic mountain, a large lake, and surrounding forested hills.

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Recent Reviews in Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent
"Had a great time with the family inc young kids. Lots of pool time and beautiful views of the volcano. It rained a lot, as expected, but that didn't stop us from enjoying ourselves at all. We kept most of the activities to the AM and hung around the property in the PM."
alexander 5-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Location & Property: The hotel is located between the town of La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano National Park. It is well connected and right next to the main road, making it easy to get around by car. The property is a large resort consisting of several buildings surrounded by gardens, which gives the whole place a welcoming and pleasant feel. Room: Our room was spacious and bright, located on the ground floor of one of the buildings. It looked new and very well maintained. It was clean, and the beds were large and comfortable. The bathroom was also clean and functional, with a shower and basic toiletries. Breakfast: Breakfast was served in a large restaurant and was excellent, with plenty of choices, both hot and cold. The quality of the food and drinks was probably the best we experienced during our entire trip around Costa Rica. Facilities & Surroundings: What really made me wish I could give this hotel six stars, though, were the thermal pools. There are around a dozen pools, with different temperatures ranging from hot to cool, so there is something for everyone. Our kid had a blast going down the water slides, while my husband enjoyed a piña colada at the bar inside one of the pools. And the views were amazing: from the pools, we could see Arenal Volcano, including its crater and fumaroles. Overall: In short, this is an extraordinary place to stay. It feels much more like an experience in itself than simply a hotel stay."
Ricard 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"The place is nice Is pretty cool you in the middle of the rainforest. We love the place only thing is I wish they had more lights, it gets pretty dark at night not enough light."
Delfina 4-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Our best stay while in Costa Rica. Big breakfast buffet, six pools (one big one, one small one, and 4 semi-private pools), tons of birds hanging out in the beautiful landscaping, close to La Fortuna waterfall, rustic but comfortable rooms with big balconies, good off-street parking, WiFi worked fine. Mini-bar was a little expensive, but what hotel's isn't? Staff were a little stiff, and they shut off the AC in our room when we were gone for the day, but other than that, pretty fantastic."
Alexander 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent
"Second time staying here, first time with our 18 month old son. The thermal rooms were perfect for relaxing while he was napping or after he fell asleep and he had a lot of fun in the kid pool."
Grayson 6-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal

8/10 Good
"We had a one night stay at this hotel and it made for a good stopover. The chalets were comfortable. Ours had a double and twin room connected by a bathroom, and had a sofa and fridge. The beds were comfy and with netting over the windows, you could open them to let a breeze in and hear the frogs without worrying about insects. Each chalet has a private terrace with a beautiful view of the lake. The swimmimg pools were a real highlight, with an amazing backdrop of the lake. The warm pool was a real treat. Breakfast was basic and we decided to go elsewhere for our evening meal. Don't bother with the path down the lake, it is a bit underwhelming and litter-strewn and was very boggy in places after the rain!"
Emma 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Mansion Inn Arenal
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The hot springs and the area around it are amazing!"
Valeriia 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Nayara Gardens

Nayara Gardens

10/10 Excellent
"Is nice resort and nice staff, we love to stay, will be back next year."
shuangjing 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Nayara Gardens
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Muy bonito el lugar. Nos atendieron bien. El front desk nos orientó y el personal excelente. Recomendado. Saludos desde Puerto Rico."
Walter 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

More cheap accommodation in Arenal

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Av. 325 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
AU$56
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Hotel Villas Vilma

Hotel Villas Vilma

3 Km West From Fortuna Central Park La Fortuna Alajuela
AU$115
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Villas Vilma
Brisas Arenal Hotel

Brisas Arenal Hotel

1.6 kms southeast from Z13 La Fortuna Alajuela
AU$123
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Brisas Arenal Hotel
Tityra Lodge

Tityra Lodge

Ruta Nacional Treciaria 606 Monteverde Puntarenas
AU$151
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
Tityra Lodge
BAUMA

BAUMA

Zeta Trece La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
AU$240
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (314 reviews)
BAUMA
Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn

Avenue 331 La Fortuna Alajuela
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7.8/10 Good! (232 reviews)
Hostel La Choza Inn

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Arenal that travellers recommend?
Three of the best hotels in Arenal that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are La Mansion Inn Arenal, Casa Donna Rosa B&B, and Hotel Laguna Arenal.The 3.5-star La Mansion Inn Arenal, with an impressive 9.6 rating, is highly praised by guests for its friendly and amazing staff. Its rooms feature premium bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and rainfall showerheads, with some offering lake views and fireplaces. Guests also frequently comment on the beautiful and clean pool, delicious food, and great breakfast. It is located just 4.4 km from Lake Arenal.Another excellent choice is the 3-star Casa Donna Rosa B&B, which boasts a superb 10.0 rating. Guests consistently highlight the great and delicious breakfast, as well as the clean and absolutely beautiful rooms. Amenities include premium bedding, lake and mountain views, and private outdoor hot tubs. It is situated 5.2 km from Lake Arenal.The 3-star Hotel Laguna Arenal, rated 9.8, is another top recommendation. Guests frequently mention the fantastic and amazing breakfast, as well as the cozy and comfortable rooms. The hotel also provides complimentary buffet breakfast and offers rooms with premium bedding and lake views. It is conveniently located just 4.3 km from Lake Arenal.
What are the best spa hotels in Arenal?
For excellent spa hotels in Arenal, consider Casa Donna Rosa B&B or Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant.The 3-star Casa Donna Rosa B&B, with a great 10.0 rating, offers a wonderful spa experience with deep tissue, Swedish, and hot stone massages available on-site. Guests can also enjoy a private outdoor hot tub. Reviewers frequently mention the great and delicious breakfast, as well as the absolutely beautiful and clean rooms.Another highly-rated option is the 3-star Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant, which holds a 9.2 rating. This hotel provides massage services and also includes a free full breakfast and complimentary toiletries. For convenience, it offers a 24-hour airport shuttle, free WiFi, and free self-parking. Pets can also stay free of charge.
What hotels in Arenal offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Arenal that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Hotel Laguna Arenal, La Mansion Inn Arenal, Lucky Bug B & B, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant, and Agua Inn.The 3-star Hotel Laguna Arenal, with an excellent 9.8 rating, provides a free buffet breakfast. Guests frequently mention the fantastic breakfast, along with the cosy and comfortable rooms. It is conveniently located 4.3 km from Lake Arenal.Another great option is the 3.5-star La Mansion Inn Arenal, rated 9.6, which includes a a free English breakfast. Travellers often praise the amazing and friendly staff, delicious food, and the beautiful, clean pool. This hotel is 4.4 km from Lake Arenal.The 3-star Lucky Bug B & B, rated 9.8, offers a free full breakfast. Guests will also appreciate the free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. It is situated 6.8 km from Lake Arenal.The 3-star Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant, with a 9.2 rating, provides a free full breakfast and also offers a 24-hour airport shuttle, free WiFi, and free parking. This hotel is located 3.4 km from Lake Arenal.Agua Inn, which has a superb 10.0 rating, includes a free full breakfast. This hotel also features an outdoor pool and free WiFi. It is 5.4 km from Lake Arenal.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Arenal?
For top pet-friendly hotels in Arenal, consider the Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant or La Mansion Inn Arenal.The 3-star Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant, with a 9.2 rating, warmly welcomes pets, and they stay for free. Guests can enjoy a complimentary full breakfast and free WiFi, along with the convenience of a 24-hour airport shuttle. It is also just 3.4 km from Lake Arenal.Another excellent choice is the 3.5-star La Mansion Inn Arenal, boasting an impressive 9.6 rating. Pets are permitted and stay without an additional charge. This hotel also provides a a free English breakfast and free WiFi. It is located 4.4 km from Lake Arenal, and guests frequently praise the friendly and amazing staff, delicious food, and beautiful, clean pool.
What are the best budget hotels in Arenal?
For budget hotels in Arenal that offer excellent value and high ratings, consider the Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant, Hotel Laguna Arenal, Lucky Bug B & B, Agua Inn, and Casa Donna Rosa B&B.The 3-star Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant, with a 9.2 rating, provides a 24-hour airport shuttle, free full breakfast, and free WiFi, making it a convenient and comfortable choice.Another exceptional option is the 3-star Hotel Laguna Arenal, boasting an impressive 9.8 rating. Guests consistently praise the fantastic breakfast, cozy rooms, and fabulous food. It also offers free buffet breakfast, free WiFi, and free self-parking.The 3-star Lucky Bug B & B, also rated 9.8, is a great choice, providing free full breakfast, free WiFi, and free self-parking for a pleasant stay.Agua Inn, with a superb 10.0 rating, features an outdoor pool with sun loungers, free full breakfast, free WiFi, and free self-parking, offering a relaxing experience.Finally, the 3-star Casa Donna Rosa B&B, achieving a superb 10.0 rating, stands out with its private outdoor hot tub, 24-hour airport shuttle, free WiFi, and free self-parking. Guests frequently highlight the delicious breakfast and absolutely beautiful, clean rooms.
What are the most romantic hotels in Arenal for couples?
For a romantic escape in Arenal, consider Casa Donna Rosa B&B or La Mansion Inn Arenal, both offering delightful experiences for couples.The 3-star Casa Donna Rosa B&B, with a superb 10.0 rating, provides private outdoor hot tubs, which are superb for a relaxing time together. Guests frequently praise the delicious breakfast and the absolutely beautiful, clean rooms. It is also conveniently located just 5.2 km from Lake Arenal, offering lovely mountain views.Another excellent choice is the 3.5-star La Mansion Inn Arenal, rated 9.6. This hotel features private indoor hot tubs, adding a touch of luxury and intimacy to your stay. Guests often highlight the amazing and friendly staff, the delicious food, and the beautiful, clean pool. It is also close to Lake Arenal, at a distance of 4.4 km.
What are the best hotels in Arenal near Lake Arenal?
For hotels in Arenal near Lake Arenal, consider the Hotel Laguna Arenal or La Mansion Inn Arenal.The 3-star Hotel Laguna Arenal, with a 9.8 rating, is praised for its fantastic free breakfast and comfortable rooms. It is located 4.3 km from Lake Arenal.Another excellent option is the 3.5-star La Mansion Inn Arenal, which has a 9.6 rating. Guests frequently mention the friendly staff, delicious food, and clean swimming pool. This hotel is 4.4 km from Lake Arenal and also offers a complimentary breakfast.
When is the best time to go to Arenal?
The best time to go to Arenal is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, zip-lining, and exploring the Arenal Volcano National Park. The trails are typically dry and easy to navigate, and the views of the volcano are often unobstructed by clouds. This period is particularly good for families as the weather is consistently pleasant for enjoying all the attractions.The shoulder months of May, June, and November can also be a good option for travellers looking for a balance of good weather and fewer crowds. While there might be occasional afternoon showers, mornings are usually clear, and you can often find better value on accommodation and tours. This period is great for couples who appreciate a slightly more relaxed pace and don't mind a bit of rain.
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Prices for hotels in Arenal often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$56 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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