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About this property
Hotel Nepenthe B&B is located 2.5 mi from the Arenal Volcano National Park and 1.9 mi from the Arenal Lake. It features a hot tub, sun terrace with swimming pool, spa treatments and free breakfast. The accommodations at this B&B offer a ceiling fan, coffee maker, fridge and a terrace with views of the extensive garden. The studios also feature a kitchenette with dining area, microwave, stove and kitchenware, and free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Guests at Hotel Nepenthe B&B can enjoy fresh local dishes for dinner at the Tres Cabras Restaurant. They will find other options 5 minutes’ drive from the property. Hotel Nepenthe B&B offers free private parking. Activities such as horseback riding, sky trek tours and visits to hot springs 30 minutes’ drive away, can be arranged as well. This B&B is 40 minutes’ drive from La Fortuna Bus Station and 1 hour’s drive from La Fortuna Waterfalls. The Daniel Oduber International Airport is a 2 hours and 40 minutes’ drive away. On behalf of the Owners and the entire staff, we wish to welcome you to Nepenthe B&B and The Phenix Restaurant at Nepenthe. It is our desire that your stay with us will be the most enjoyable during your visit in the "Pura Vida" country. Located a half-hour from the lively town of La Fortuna in a small but beautiful village called El Castillo; we offer a private and tranquil atmosphere with the best view of the lake arenal and volcano surrounded by exuberant tropical forest and wildlife. You can be resting in a hammock enjoying the spectacular views from the hotel or organize with us some activities in the area; from quiet walks to pure adrenaline in the papids and zip lines. Welcome to Nepenthe the place of no sorrow.!
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Yuliia
Canada“Absolutely lovely location near volcano and views are stunning 😍 Falling asleep with the sounds of the forest, then waking up at dawn to hear thousands of birds and watch the sunrise near volcano. The best experience of my trip to Costa Rica!...” - Franziska
Switzerland“We stayed at Hotel Nepenthe for three nights and it was really great. The staff is very helpful and friendly and the view is amazing. If it is not cloudy, you can s ee Arenal and you get beautiful sunsets. The rooms are small and basic, but...” - Harsha Canada“We loved the location and the views from our room overseeing the Arenal lake and the volcano. Very good restaurant onsite and the infinity pool overlooking the green mountains was exceptional. Definitely would come back if we are ever in the area.”
- Alexandra
Romania“Wonderful hotel, great view, very helpful staff. Road leading up to Nepenthe very steep and in bad condition.” 
Bryan
Costa Rica“The host was very understandable about a situation that we had and helped us, overall is one of the most relaxing and quiet places in front of the laguna del arenal, 10/10 recommended, entrance can be a little rough but any car can enter”- Maria
United States“Loved the location. All the staff were so lovely and friendly.” - Monica Canada“Location near park was beautiful and quiet. We had a car. Butterfly sanctuary nearby is good. Excellent bird and monkeys can be see in trees o. The property. Food at their restaurants is reliable.”
- William United States“Exceptional value in an incredible setting. The view was phenomenal, the staff was attentive & upbeat, and the free breakfast was plentiful & delicious. The road trip up the hill bumpy and yet quite navigable was worth every effort to arrive in...”
Gianluca
Italy“Location was as expected: beautiful! You feel like in paradise, waking up with hummingbirds in your front door garden and looking over the lake and the volcano. Breakfast is good and the restaurant for this and dinner is really lovely and quiet,...”- Joanna Canada“Beautiful view. Nice rooms. Restaurant on site. Wonderful and very friendly staff. All were very helpful and kind!”
Area info
Restaurants
- Phoenix Restaurant
- CuisineLatin American
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that accessing the property requires a 4WD vehicle.
Reception is open every day from 09:00 to 16:00
Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.
