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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.

M
Martijn
From
Belgium
Great included night walk to see the frogs. Big and convenient apartment. Nice pool. Super friendly staff that even prepared a very tasty breakfast for us at 5am.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,161 reviews
Price from
$116
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.

I
Ideliz
From
Puerto Rico
Gorgeous garden and amazing views
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,445 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.

D
Daniele
From
Brazil
The hotel is beautiful, rooms are comfortable, water pressure in the shower was great, breakfast was amazing and we loved that we could visit the termal waters somewhere else.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,158 reviews
Price from
$77.36
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.

F
Fiona
From
Australia
The property is lush and tropical attracting all sorts of birds. The rooms have a fabulous view of the volcano and it’s a short drive or longer walk to town. The rooms are cleaned daily. The staff are very helpful and kind. There’s a shared tea / coffee area and pool. Really great value. We loved our stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,774 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, 1,490 reviews
Price from
$244.94
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.

E
Elena
From
Netherlands
Beautiful well-maintained territory, clean rooms with comfortable bed. Tasty and varied breakfasts. Responsive staff. Very much liked the horseback ride to Arenal volcano through the forest, crossing rivers and swamps. Would not have gotten there on our own. Be sure to wear closed shoes and pants. Also liked the deep tissue massage. The girls are professionals, with knowledge of their business. Thermal springs as an additional bonus after an active day
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,260 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.

K
Kimberly
From
Costa Rica
My first room was close to the road, a lot of noise. Manrique was very helpful in finding another room. Then I decided to stay an extra night and was upgraded to a room with a private thermal pool which was excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,467 reviews
Price from
$207.08
1 night, 2 adults

BAUMA

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, within 1.9 miles of La Fortuna Waterfall and 2.1 miles of Kalambu Hot Springs, BAUMA has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

H
Hessaun
From
Guyana
Property was beautifully appointed , minimalist clean lovely decor , bed soft and comfy .. like sleeping on a cloud .. I cannot say enough good things about this wonderful property
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
$204
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Ventura

Hotel in Quesada

Located within 25 miles of Catarata Tesoro Escondido and 31 miles of Kalambu Hot Springs, Hotel Ventura provides rooms in Quesada.

A
Adrián BLe
From
Germany
The hotel is located at the heart of Ciudad Quesada, just a short walk away from the central park. There are banks, bakeries, markets and restaurants, all within a waking distance. It is perfect if you need to stay near the city of Ciudad Quesada. There are also many tourist attractions nearby. Free parking is a big plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
$82
1 night, 2 adults

Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, 10 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

E
Erika Lotteriet
From
Costa Rica
Everything! The place is so clean and beautiful. The owners are amazing and make you feel at home. Perfection all the way!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews
Price from
$119.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Fortuna, 10 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From $226 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

Located in El Achiote, one mile from Rio Celeste Waterfall, Cabañas Los Laguitos Rio Celeste has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews

Located in Guácima, 23 miles from Poas National Park, Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

From $141.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 116 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 9.6
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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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 $85.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

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

From $152.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

Located in Atenas, 24 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Villas de la Colina provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $142.38 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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

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From $45.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

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From $60.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,728 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 $123.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,863 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 3.5 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Xilopalo has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From $73.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,049 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 $79.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,672 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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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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, 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 $73.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 789 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.

From $125.54 per night
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 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Located in Fortuna, 3 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Nativo Arenal features views of the garden. This 2-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk.

From $56.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Located in Río Cuarto, 24 miles from Poas National Park, Volcan Hule Lodging has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $113.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Located in San Rafael, 17 miles from Cavernas de Venado, Cabinas Río Frío provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

From $86.45 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4,263 reviews
Beautiful well-maintained territory, clean rooms with comfortable bed. Tasty and varied breakfasts. Responsive staff. Very much liked the horseback ride to Arenal volcano through the forest, crossing rivers and swamps. Would not have gotten there on our own. Be sure to wear closed shoes and pants. Also liked the deep tissue massage. The girls are professionals, with knowledge of their business. Thermal springs as an additional bonus after an active day
Guest review by
Elena
Netherlands
From $361.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 575 reviews
Stunning location in the jungle 20 min from La Fortuna . Rusticy style cabins attached by elevated walkways and paths and completely surrounded by jungle. Very private and special. Great food. Loved the hot springs and cool plunge ( and the slide into it ) Superior service. A unique and elevated experience. I would definitely recommend and I will go back !
Guest review by
Linda
Canada
From $640.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Since you get there you receive only the best of everything! Location, the suites, the restaurant, the rainforest, the food, drinks and service. We were celebrating my significant other’s birthday and they helped me prepare a special surprise with a delicious dessert, and a celebration with violin happy birthday singing.
Guest review by
Ingrid
Costa Rica
From $147.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 428 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 $196.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,590 reviews
The property was incredible! Thermals pools on site and an amazing zip line as well. Located close to everything and the property view of the volcano is breathtaking taking!
Guest review by
Pearson
Argentina
From $295.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
good location from airport for first day arrival. comfortable room, friendly staff, great views, close to coffee farm tour (which we did on our way out driving to Guanacaste)
Guest review by
lynn
United States
From $128.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 755 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
From $132.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 516 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 $734.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
View of the hot spring is fantastic. Staff are helpful and friendly. I specially like their breakfast which comes in a big variety.
Guest review by
Xiaoqian
Hong Kong
From $949.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Beautiful place with a lot of nature around. The rooms are absolutely great and the customer service was incredible.
Guest review by
Danniza
Costa Rica
From $113 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,392 reviews
Everything! Stunning view of the volcano. Beautiful gardens. Spacious room and very kind and helpful staff
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Maria del Carmen
Argentina
From $355 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,467 reviews
Exceptional staff! Beautiful views and an excellent place to enjoy nature. Fully recommended.
Guest review by
CARMEN
Puerto Rico
From $215.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Exceptional staff. I was so well looked after. Thank you for an amazing stay! I will be back
Guest review by
Kelly
South Africa
From $339 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews
Everything from location to the tours to the boat ride to the layout of our treehouse!
Guest review by
Rachel
United States
From $128.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,034 reviews
Excellent food and very reasonable prices. Breakfast was included and was delicious!
Guest review by
hunter
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
Nature, amazing design, privacy, service. luxurious yet minimalist.
Guest review by
Shatha
Germany
From $335.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Location to SJO. Beautiful property. Great view of city
Guest review by
Debra
United States
From $348.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews
Never-seen-before pools, good food, good staff.
Guest review by
Boris
Russia
From $132.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Some of the best food I've had in my life
Guest review by
Darby
United States

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8.0

It is worth spending time in Fortuna.

It is worth spending time in Fortuna. Unfortunately it was raining, and I got influenza. Fortunately I got to do the hot springs, the hanging bridges and Rio Celeste before I started to feel really sick. I enjoyed the tours fully and shout out to the guides for their caring, and uplifting guidance. Fortuna is easy to get around and everything is within reach, including laundry, local travel agencies, and bus service for budget travelers, with route San Jose or Alejuela ( La Radial Terminal) - Cuidad Quesada - La Fortuna.
Guest review by
Sonja
Suriname
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

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

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

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

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

Atenas is a beautiful town in the low mountains of central...

Atenas is a beautiful town in the low mountains of central Costa Rica. The climate is moderate and dry. The town is very authentic and on Sundays you can find many families in the Central Park enjoying family time. The best part is that Atenas is not overrun with tourists. Definitely one of my favourite spots in the country and I have visited ma y areas of Costa Rica.
Guest review by
Grant67
Canada
8.0

The centre is not over touristified.

The centre is not over touristified. A few good supermarkets. A good variety of food options, with some good Sodas. A lot of accommodation to choose from. Nice Central Park. Many activities to choose from, and easy to get transport to them if you don’t have a car. The Mundo 12 zip lines can’t be missed.
Guest review by
sharron
New Zealand