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Cheap hotels in Arenal

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The best cheap hotels in Arenal

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 50 km, Agua Inn features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

    From US$101.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal, within 47 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 19 km of Venado Caves, Hostal Nuevo Arenal downtown, private rooms with bathroom features accommodation with a restaurant and free...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal and only 22 km from Venado Caves, Lucky Bug Bed And Breakfast features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$100.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Offering garden views, Casa Palmera, Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica is an accommodation located in Tilarán, 47 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 20 km from Venado Caves.

    From US$62.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

    Set within 19 km of Venado Caves and 30 km of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park in Nuevo Arenal, Marita's Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with seating area.

    From US$76.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Beautiful Casa Aire near Lake Arenal in Nuevo Arenal - Casas Airelibre offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 47 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

    From US$91.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Casita el Jardin features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

    From US$135.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Villas Santa Maria - Private Bay Lake Arenal has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Nuevo Arenal, 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

    From US$124.30 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, La Ceiba Tree Lodge is situated in Tilarán, 41 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 17 km from Venado Caves.

    From US$100.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Tilarán, 23 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester, Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$139.84 per night

  • Mystica

    Naranjos Agrios
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Set in Naranjos Agrios, 35 km from Venado Caves, Mystica offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$169.50 per night

  • Toucan Lane

    Nuevo Arenal
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

    Located in Nuevo Arenal, 35 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Toucan Lane provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$107.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal, Casa Donna Rosa B&B features accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$119.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Located 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, The Fruit Tree Garden Bromeliad Suite offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as water sports facilities and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Featuring lake views, Arenal Vistas del Paraiso provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

  • Cabaña Pauli

    Nuevo Arenal
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring a garden, pool with a view and lake views, Cabaña Pauli is set in Nuevo Arenal. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.