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With La Fortuna Waterfall reachable in 32 km, La Tigra Rainforest Lodge features accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of charge. This was probably my favorite part of Costa Rica Trip! It was so surreal to spend some time disconnected and surrounded by such beautiful nature. Loved all the trails, but sandaderos in bosque la tigra was my favorite. It’s a primary and secondary rainforest property they have nearby and you can visit it for a small fee. I saw there more wildlife by myself than in any other forests walking with a guide. I did a night tour and we walked around the property, not even rainforest further out, and saw 3 snakes within the first 5minutes, so many frogs and other insects, and the guide was very knowledgable. I also planted a tree there and it was a really beautiful experience of giving back to the nature and community. Overall service is 10/10, always with a smile, always asking a question or two. No connection at all anywhere except the reception, but wifi there is stronger than in most coworkings I have visited here in Costa Rica. The only thing that was challenging for me personally and I have not seen it mentioned in the comments is if you sometimes get car sick, a road to the property will make you car sick, so please have some medicine handy. But it’s the entire area around that is like this, so just accepting it as part of adventure. I recommend staying for 2-3 nights and spending it in the lodge area enjoying the nature, the best disconnection and reconnection with the self “retreat” 🤭

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9
Superb
1,069 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

Surrounded by 860 private acres of tropical rainforest and featuring an on-site lake, a swimming pool, a sun terrace and games room, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is located within the Arenal Conservation Area, only 2.7 km from the Arenal Volcano. With one small exception, absolutely everything! If you want to stay near Arenal and explore the rainforests around the volcano, this is the place to go and stay. Views are out of this world and accomodations are great. Loved their focus on sustainability and eco-tourism. We stayed for three nights but could easily have spent a week.

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9.1
Superb
1,480 reviews
Price from
US$127.43
per night

Flora Glamping de Abuela has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Fortuna, 1.1 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Close to food and La Fortuna waterfall! Not cose to the crowds!

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9.4
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
US$86.25
per night

Located in Fortuna, 4.1 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 6.3 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio provides accommodation with free WiFi, a garden with an outdoor swimming pool, pool views, and access to a fitness room and a hot tub.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. The restaurant at Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio serves local and Latin American cuisine. The hotel was lovely. Our room was stand-alone, with a private terrace and jacuzzi. Everything was very clean, and the reception and restaurant staff friendly and helpful. We frequently walked to the centre which took about 20 minutes.

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9
Superb
626 reviews
Price from
US$195
per night

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 23 km from the lodge, while Sky Adventures Arenal is 24 km from the property. Fortuna Airport is 7 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The view was exceptional, and it is a well equipped house.

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9.3
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
US$58.85
per night

Set in Fortuna, 31 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 34 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, Cecropia Ecolodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and mountain views.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 49 km from the lodge. Fortuna Airport is 26 km away. Nohe and Jay were very welcoming and the food (we had breakfast and dinner) was delicious and well balanced. We loved the vibe of the little oasis and would recommend the night walk with Jay to anyone. We learned a lot about the local wildlife from them and also got wonderful tips for the rest of our trip. We would have loved to stay a little longer.

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9.5
Exceptional
473 reviews
Price from
US$60
per night

Situated in Fortuna, 14 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 7.5 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, Las Pavitas Arenal Suites features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and mountain views.

Venado Caves is 16 km from the lodge, while Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 16 km away. Fortuna Airport is 21 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Location is amazing, the view of the volcano is out of this world. Host was super helpful and kind. Important: Now the road is paved so the access is so much easier ! Loved everything

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9.3
Superb
202 reviews
Price from
US$60
per night

Quinta Esencia features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Alajuela City, 13 km from Poas National Park.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The views and attention are unmejorable

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9
Superb
287 reviews
Price from
US$75
per night

Situated in Boca Tapada, Boca Tapada Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and river views.

A continental, American or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. At the lodge you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The place is marvelous, very clean and welcoming, really close to the nature! Make sure to take the boat trip and say hello to Mantequilla and Princesa, the hotel pets.

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9.1
Superb
300 reviews

Boasting an outdoor pool and a hot tub, La Finca Lodge is located in Fortuna, 35 km from La Fortuna Waterfall. Complimentary WiFi is available.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 98 km from La Finca Lodge. "During my stay at La Finca Lodge, it was just what I expected — peaceful, with a relaxing atmosphere that gives you space to rest, yet with activities readily available, like the ATVs, which we enjoyed even in the rain. I highly recommend it. The staff is excellent, and their recommendations are spot-on, always aiming to make sure guests enjoy their time both inside and outside the property. An excellent place to spend your time."

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9.6
Exceptional
992 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

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