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Cabañas del Rio

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, 2.9 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Cabañas del Rio has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

N
Ngeh
From
Abkhazia
The staff were very nice. The daily breakfast was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,138 reviews
Price from
$123.90
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Hotel in Fortuna

Discover the charm of Hotel Secreto La Fortuna, a quiet retreat in the heart of Fortuna, Costa Rica.

K
Kristy L
From
United Kingdom
Loved it here! Breakfast was great and loved when the fed the birds in the morning. It was a meal with a show. So many amazing colorful birds. The location is great. It's an easy walk into town, but far enough from the center that it's not too loud. Our rooms were comfortable. They aren't super modern, but were good. The pool was very refreshing and generally we didn't have difficulty finding a place to relax by the pool. The staff were all very helpful and kind. We were very lucky that 3 of the 4 days we were there, we could see the arenal volcano. The first day it was completely covered with clouds, but it eventually came out! Great view from the pool
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,458 reviews
Price from
$82.80
1 night, 2 adults

San Bosco Inn

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna town, San Bosco Inn offers an outdoor pool and lush gardens, free Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms with garden views. The Arenal Volcano is 3.1 mi away.

S
Serghey
From
United States
Check in was fast. They offered hot springs in another hotel. Provided us with towels. Location is great. Next to the central park and restaurants.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews
Price from
$86.51
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Roca Negra Del Arenal

Hotel in Fortuna

Offering outdoor pool and a hot tub, Hotel Roca Negra Del Arenal is located in the suburbs of Fortuna. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

S
S.Quintyn
From
Netherlands
The room and bathroom were very spacious and very clean. The patio with the view on the arenal volcano is really nice to chill. The gardens on the property are very beautiful and you can see different animals too. The swimming pool was a nice bonus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,766 reviews
Price from
$77.35
1 night, 2 adults

Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, 6.2 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

G
Gustavo
From
Brazil
Facilities amazing, staff really polite and well trained, hot spring really good, breakfast amazing, swimming pool excellent. Wonderful stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,392 reviews
Price from
$309.96
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel in Fortuna

This tropical hotel is located next to Costa Rica's Arenal Volcano, 3.7 mi from La Fortuna. It offers a natural hot spring, outdoor adventure activities, a luxurious spa and scenic volcano views.

L
Leigh F
From
United States
Our family from Tennessee and Florida, enjoyed our stay immensely, at Los Lagos! This was our second time and we look forward to future stays! Pura Vida!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,153 reviews
Price from
$154.63
1 night, 2 adults

Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience

Hotel in Fortuna

Set in lush tropical gardens, at the foot of Costa Rica’s Arenal the Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi zone. Air-conditioned rooms have a terrace.

D
Dolen
From
United States
excellent! Beautifully maintained grounds. Hot Springs, pools and buffet breakfast were amazing. Beautiful bird watching, view of volcano. Staff was outstanding!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,449 reviews
Price from
$207.08
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel VillaFlores

Hotel in Quesada

Located within 25 miles of Catarata Tesoro Escondido and 31 miles of Kalambu Hot Springs, Hotel VillaFlores has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Quesada.

B
Brian
From
Costa Rica
The hosts where the most fledible and attentive people one can possibly imagine! Rooms are gorgeous too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Fortuna Retreat

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, 1.7 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Fortuna Retreat has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Y
Yasmeen
From
Jordan
Super friendly and helpful staff they supported us with booking touristic tours and were very helpful, the location is perfect very close to the main attractions and to the town! Perfect for relaxation as the area is quiet!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
Price from
$246.40
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, 15 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Linda Vista provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
Chantal & Etienne
From
Canada
The view of the lake with the birds dancing around was breathtaking. The pool and hot tub were also high on our list. Really friendly guest services. It was a memorable stay. Early check in so that our 3 year old could have a nap was so appreciated. Thank you, we will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
Price from
$72.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Alajuela's best hotels with breakfast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Hacienda Escondida 10min to Airport has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $120.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 14 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Sangregado Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $284.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 4.6 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Noah's Forest Hotel by Tifakara has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From $2,299.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

Malekus Mountain Lodge features a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Aguas Claras.

From $107.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 2.4 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Volcan Verde has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

From $231.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Located in Colonia Dos Ríos, 13 miles from Miravalles Volcano, La Anita Rain Forest has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $135.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Located in Quesada, 30 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Terra Viva provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

From $86.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

Located in Bijagua and within 6.8 miles of Rio Celeste Waterfall, Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From $120.91 per night

Budget hotels in Alajuela

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Located in Platanal, 20 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Contenedores Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $62.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Located in Tigra, 15 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Guapote Lodge provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,731 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 2.7 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Orquideas Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From $151.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,085 reviews

Hotel 1915 Inn & Suites is a beautiful 20th century colonial home.Located just 5 minutes away from the Juan Santa Maria International Airport in Alajuela downtown.

From $109.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,685 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, tropical gardens and a restaurant, Villa San Ignacio is located just 5 mi from San José International Airport in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available.

From $102 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,123 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport.

From $93.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,063 reviews

- Brillasol Hotel offers comfortable and spacious rooms with garden views.

From $129.95 per night

Hotels in Alajuela you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park, Velaz Guesthouse has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

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Located in Fortuna, within 13 miles of La Fortuna Waterfall and 4.5 miles of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Arenal 360 Lodge provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the...

From $107.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located within 3.9 miles of La Fortuna Waterfall and 5.3 miles of Kalambu Hot Springs, Serenity Rooms Arenal provides rooms in Guayabal.

From $54.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 3.8 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Oasis by Franklin Hotel Boutique provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $84.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Casa Tago has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

From $42.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 750 reviews

Offering a terrace, Casa Maria Airport B&B is located in Alajuela, just 1.9 mi away from the airport. WiFi is available. The property offers airport shuttle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel de Campo is located in Caño Negro Wildlife Reserve in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available in this property in limited areas.

From $129.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Luisito steak House & Hotel is located in Fortuna, within 5.5 miles of La Fortuna Waterfall and 5 miles of Kalambu Hot Springs.

From $56.50 per night

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From $214.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews
Hot springs! Excellent breakfast (included) and dinner (great value) in the restaurant. Setting by the river, nature trail. Location central in the country makes it a great spot to break a cross Costa Rica trip in half. Our second time here.
Guest review by
Scott
United States
From $394.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,456 reviews
Excellent location and views from the White Hawk Villa. We spent the days in the family house that is really very confortable. We could admire the the beauty of the Arenal Volcano, enjoy multiple trails, is fascinating.
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Gabriela
Chile
From $175.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
1. The thermal pools were wonderful! So much better than the pictures! Pools had different water temperatures from 36c to 42c. 2. Breakfast was very nice! 3. Staff was very friendly.
Guest review by
Sanae
Japan
From $128.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews
Nice stay in a great secluded mountaintop. Perfect cabin size with real fireplace and hot-tub. We also used the spa for sauna and massage which I highly recommend.
Guest review by
Mauricio
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews
Breathtaking facilities. Staff was exceptional, helped us with everything we needed. Great breakfast buffet, thermal springs and spa. Incredibly relaxing stay.
Guest review by
Noam
Israel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,153 reviews
Our family from Tennessee and Florida, enjoyed our stay immensely, at Los Lagos! This was our second time and we look forward to future stays! Pura Vida!
Guest review by
Leigh F
United States
From $661.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Amazing service, incredible food! It's a little expensive but really worth it! My dad really liked the yoga class, we saw beautiful birds from our room.
Guest review by
Carla
United Kingdom
From $156.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 537 reviews
Maureen and Jostin at the front desk are just wonderful and very helpful. They made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you so much!!
Guest review by
Manoj
United States
From $134.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,416 reviews
Our second family stay at Lavas Tacotal. Great experience, beautiful views and exceptionally clean and maintained property.
Guest review by
Leigh F
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Staff was on point, private pool was amazing, room service and laundry very much appreciated, restaurants were great
Guest review by
Anton Grn
France
From $527.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Beautiful property, location and views. Breakfast is fresh and nice. Hot springs, mud bath was unique experience.
Guest review by
Purvi
United States
From $343.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
The views are amazing and, more importantly, the experience that their team helps create. Great place to rest.
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Castro
Costa Rica
From $555.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Absolutely wonderful! We live in Costa Rica and always bring our friends for an overnight stay at Baldi!
Guest review by
Jodi
United States
From $1,423.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews
The location was amazing. The rooms were spectacular. Excellent service.
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Stacy
Canada
From $598.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
The resort is uniquely designed and colorful our room very comfortable
Guest review by
Nancy
Costa Rica
From $678 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews
The nature, hot springs, birdwatching, hiking, the food.
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vicente
Panama
From $220.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,503 reviews
The landscape is perfect. Nice room. Friendly staff.
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Felipe
Colombia
From $131.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 994 reviews
The view was magnificent, great value for the price
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Ekaterina
Russia
From $132.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Some of the best food I've had in my life
Guest review by
Darby
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
Beautiful location. Staff is wonderful.
Guest review by
Susan
Canada

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10

Great hotel, good location for our purposes.

Great hotel, good location for our purposes. The pool and grounds were beautiful. The casita was a perfect size with two double beds and private bathroom. Walking distance to a wonderful restaurant that served us a free welcome drink and dessert after dinner. Service was very efficient. Excellent breakfast! Pura Vida.
Guest review by
Moellenkamp
Canada
6.0

I was there one night because it was close to the airport.

I was there one night because it was close to the airport. I would not hang out there for a significant length of time. Not a good place to be after dark. Also came across a suitcase on a sidewalk. It had obviously been stolen and rummaged through.
Guest review by
Thomas
United States
4.0

Proximity to Airport!

Proximity to Airport! This facility standards were substandard. My wife hurt her foot on a dangerous doorstop, sewer gas was overwhelming, no hot water, air conditioner was not hooked up, pumping hot air back into the room. The stairs right from ground level were dangerous. English was non existent with staff. They were courteous and helpful. There were no privacy coverings on the windows. Open hole in Bathroom ceiling.
Guest review by
Kevin
Canada
8.0

Bijagua is a small Costa Rican town.

Bijagua is a small Costa Rican town. It’s not a tourist town. You are very submerged in the culture. Learn some Spanish. Everyone was kind. We ate at several restaurants. We shopped at the grocery. We seemed to be the only tourists. It seemed very safe. The food was EXCELLENT! We drank the water. Read up on tipping. Stray dogs are everywhere. Do NOT pet them at the restaurants. We did the Sky Bridge Tour in Bijagua (a little hard to find - it’s at a resort) and the Tree Top Chocolate Tour. Both we excellent. We hiked to the Rio Celeste waterfall. That is not an easy hike. It’s through the jungle. Wear boots! Snakes are a VERY REAL. We also did tubing down the river. SO FUN!!!
Guest review by
Jennifer
United States
10

Our trip was mostly rejuvenation, health and to access the...

Our trip was mostly rejuvenation, health and to access the volcano and hot springs. We went to Arenal park and hiked the trail to the Volcano. We saw a Capibara but most other wildlife is best viewed in the early morning. There were a lot of orchids in bloom along the trails. Going to EcoTermales Hotspring was the highlight. It's a gorgeous naturally constructed spa with layered pools, waterfalls all built with stacked granite rockery, bridges and pathways connect the pools, and there's plenty of seating, an open bar that serves the best mixed drinks. The restaurant served fresh healthy assortment of seafood and meats with veggie dishes with dessert at Lunch. The water was fed from the natural hotspring, which was circulated , refreshed constantly with fresh volcanic water. Attention to the holistic elements of nature were throughout. Staff and Service were top notch.
Guest review by
SuZImageZ
Canada
10

Grecia is a wonderful little town.

Grecia is a wonderful little town. I was here to find a new home so I was looking throughout the area and visited Atenas and Naranjo as well. We decided on a place near Naranjo. In Grecia I ate at several local Sodas which were fantastic and a more upscale restaurant called Bariles which was fantastic. POPs ice cream shop is also highly recommended. In Atenas I ate at a really good Italian restaurant called Firenze. The Pasta Puttanesca was cooked to perfection. When driving watch for motorcycles.
Guest review by
Moore
10

When making your reservation, ask for the biggest cottage...

When making your reservation, ask for the biggest cottage possible. Its all uphill and sometimes rainy and foggy when making your way here, and stay on the road ALL THE WAY UP TO WHERE IT ENDS, at the reception, restaurant lodge. This restaurant was a total surprise. The food and service was exceptional. I vote for Jean Carlo as best hotel/restaurant host in the whole country.
Guest review by
minor
Costa Rica
10

We stayed at the Altura Hotel. It was amazing beyond words!

We stayed at the Altura Hotel. It was amazing beyond words! Can not say enough about this place. We stayed in a 'dome/yurt' and it was beautiful, well appointed and excellent in every sense of the word. Breakfast was included and it was such a treat!
Guest review by
Donna
United States
10

Restaurant in front had great food. Staff was wonderful.

Restaurant in front had great food. Staff was wonderful. And the restaurant was fairly priced as compared to other places in CR. Access to the river at the back of the property was the highlight. We spent a long time playing in the river. And it felt so private. And it was free!
Guest review by
Amit
United States
10

I was amazed, and still am, at how friendly and...

I was amazed, and still am, at how friendly and accommodating the staff members, Maria Jos'e, Maria Paz, and Joxan Sanchez, all of whom welcomed me with open arms, were! They all truly made my stay there extremely pleasant and welcoming. The Resort itself is a truly quaint setting with 12 rooms, which made for a tranquil and relaxing experience - something I'm not used to in NYC. The restaurant is decked in style, with an extensive wine selection, yet welcomes a casual dining presence. The menu items are all prepared from fresh ingredients by a well-trained kitchen staff. The views are phenomenal, from the various sunrises to the sunsets, and in between. I can go on and on about the Barons Resort, but the best way to sum up my feelings about this beautiful place is that I will be returning there very soon!
Guest review by
G.D.
United States