Hotels near Fortuna airport

Pros: Beautiful location. Lovely cabana with a front and back porch. Big bathroom that has a ton of shelves for luggage and toiletries. Super nice staff. Nice light canceling curtains that allowed us to sleep past 6 am.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: I loved having my own little cabin surrounded by beautiful plants. The breakfast was better and cheaper than the same breakfast I got in town the next day. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Alonzo took 15 min showing me a good route to go running on a dirty road in the morning. I tried to keep my trip cheap and this place exceeded my expectations.

Cons: The TV didn't work well, but if you go to Costa Rica to watch TV then you're wasting your money. Because of the poor lighting in the bathroom I missed a few spots shaving. Not the end of the world.

Pros: A beautiful and spacious cabin in the middle of a big and beautiful property where we can take a walk to the river. Very good location with a wonderful restaurant and supermarket very close. The staff were very nice and helpful.

Pros: Very nice, spacious room. Cold AC, great view. Loved playing in the river behind the property and seeing all the frogs and toads! Oh and definitely go for the in room couples massage!!

Cons: Bed was extremely creaky. Coffee maker was missing pieces which made it not functional, though the rest of the kitchenette was well appointed.

Pros: Loved the setting of the cabinas, it felt like living in the garden. All staff were wonderful and very helpful. Definitely will come back!

Pros: We enjoyed absolutely everything about the property everyone was so friendly thank you very much Roy. The room is beautiful the landscaping was amazing location is perfect. We will be back‼️

Cons: The only thing that could’ve made it more comfortable is if the air conditioner is a little cooler in the room. Just not used to the humidity🙃

Pros: We loved the location, the beauty of the property, the nature surrounding it, the rooms were enormous and beautiful, with thoughtful details, we could hike to a river in a few minutes, the restaurant was on site and available around the clock.

Cons: We loved everything.

Pros: The location is great - close to both the town and the waterfalls and next to a nice restaurant. The grounds are beautiful and had a nice breakfast for a good price.

Cons: Very bright lights in the bedroom and the window wouldn't open (though we didn't ask for help with this so maybe it did!)

Pros: The cabin was awesome.

Cons: More air conditioning needed.

Pros: I would definitely stay here again! Minutes from town and minutes from la Fortuna waterfall. The staff was amazing and so helpful! Needless to say we rented the villa and it was amazing!!

Pros: The receptionists were fantastic. Daniela and Nedley were friendly, patient, helpful, and kind. When I had a question, they were happy to answer it and worked with me to make sure I got what I needed. For example, I mentioned some concern about the cost of getting to so many of the sites without having to pay a lot of money. Daniela helpfully suggested getting a scooter, which was significantly cheaper than taking taxis or rideshares. I mentioned wanting to go rafting, and Daniela and Nedley got me into a tour group that proved excellent--and introduced me to some new friends! The breakfast was also really good. San Bosco has a relationship with Volcano Lodge, which has a hot spring that San Bosco guests can use. I was interested, but not THAT interested (when it's already really hot, I'm not that excited to jump into some hot water). But it was actually really pleasant. And more than that, the gardens in the Volcano lodge are beautiful. I went with a friend and we saw all sorts of beautiful flowers and birds. It's worth going for the hot springs AND the gardens. You'll never know what you'll see!

Cons: The WiFi was pretty terrible the whole time I was there. It kept disconnecting and was really slow, especially on my phone. Sometimes the network wouldn't show up at all. I found this frustrating, since I needed WiFi to plan some aspects of my trip. There are some but not a lot of places for people to gather, so in general it's hard to meet others people or groups here.

Pros: Friendly staff. Spacious rooms and warm water.

Cons: Breakfast was not very good.

Pros: The room was clean, pleasant and comfortable for 2 persons with own bathroom. The breakfast was very good. The hotel also provided us with free entrance ticket to one of the hot springs hotels, which was an amazing possibility to relax in thermal baths. Very good value for money!

Pros: Awesome

Cons: Location

Pros: We have stayed at this hotel numerous times and are always happy with the facilities. We stayed in a room with two double beds and a single bed. A/c worked well, hot water, comfortable beds and room clean. It is located in town, has parking and a pool. Breakfast is good (pinto, scrambled eggs, pancakes, fruit, fresh juice, toast, sausages and cheese). You can see Volcan Arenal clearly from the hotel on a clear day. Reception staff extremely helpful and friendly, breakfast servers not as much. Overall I am very happy with this hotel and enjoy staying here.

Pros: The staff was very welcoming, pleasant and friendly. The room was very comfortable, air conditioning worked beautifully and the beds were comfortable. Breakfast was great. Great variety of food, fresh and natural juices. Local tastes. We arrived late for breakfast as they were closes down and one of the cooks was nice enough to come over and ask us if we wanted fresh eggs and she prepared them for us. We had 2 rooms with 2 double/queen beds. We would stay again!

Cons: I really can't say anything bad. The only thing that was a little different was we didn't have hand towels for the shower. But I understand that I am just use to using hand towels in the shower being from the US and many other countries may not use them. This is more of a personal preference, than anything, and I personally would not hold it against the property. Sometimes it's nice to break away from the norm. :)

Pros: Amazing green place. If you are a nature lover this is the place to stay. The staff and hotel owner were very friendly and answering all questions. They can also provide you with activities offerings. Great internet connection and delicious breakfast. Will come back soon.

Pros: The staff was very friendly and the included breakfast was very delicious. The location was just outside of town which made it convenient for going into town while still being quiet and peaceful.

Cons: Bathroom was a little small. The pool area could be a little more inviting.

Pros: Very lovely and helpful owners and staff, delicious breakfast, nice pool and very quiet environment. The room had everything we needed and the place is located only 5 minutes by car from all the restaurants in la Fortuna and 10 minutes from the waterfall. We would definitely recommend this place.

Pros: Very nice, clean and well equipped rooms including a fridge, locker etc. Good sized bathroom with hot water which is a luxury in the area. Excellent well maintained lawns, trees and green surroundings. Very nice breakfast with ample number of choices including eggs, good tea and coffee. Saw some nice birds from the breakfast area. Close enough to the FOrtuna town and yet far enough to be quiet. Free and abundant parking available.

Cons: Road leading to the B&B from the main road is really bad with many deep pot holes that you cannot avoid and need due repair. Nothing else worth mentioning.

Pros: We loved the staff- they were very friendly, helpful and accommodating! They helped us with booking activities and transportation. Very friendly. The rooms were comfortable with good air conditioning and the best shower ever! The outdoor eating area was lovely and the breakfast was delicious. It’s cooked to order and you have a choice of several selections. It’s a tasty menu! Great coffee!

Cons: The walk to town was a bit much in the midday heat. Taxis were cheap and easy, when we didn’t want to walk.

Pros: Refridgerator in room.

Cons: No top sheet on beds. May be the custom but prefer sleeping between sheets.

Pros: Beautiful gardens with a nice but small pool. Quiet location on outskirts of town. Very helpful staff who allowed us to leave a day earlier because we had problems with the the room we stayed in.

Cons: The room had very little sound insulation between the two adjoining rooms which meant we could hear every sound next door in the evening and early in the morning so we slept quite badly. We also Felt we had to whisper to avoid waking other people. The lighting in the room was very poor and in the bathroom which made getting ready in front of the mirror difficult and it made the room feel very oppressive and gloomy (not helped by the dark wood walls and ceiling). We therefore had to leave a day earlier than planned.

Pros: Good breakfast, great location, hospitality staff

Cons: Wifi was slow and glitchy but based on the location that's understandable

Pros: Love the landscape. Breakfast was great in the morning. Staff is super nice.

Pros: Room was clean and cosy, breakfast tasty and staff helpful. Even when we had a minor issue with the toilet, it was fixed instantly. Plus, they often have a sloth on the premises, which is great:)

Cons: -

Pros: Beautiful room and nice staff. Very friendly staff who were helpful and let us leave our bags before we checked in. Awesome tour through the hotel with Jungle tours. Breakfast was basic and filling. The pool is great and we loved seeing many different birds on the property.

Cons: Unfortunately some guests were very loud on the last night and kept us up all night. We were surprised the staff in the reception beside them didn’t ask them to be quiet since it was after hours.

Pros: Great staff, room and breakfast!

Pros: Private location, good view

Cons: Pool could be getting more maintenance and hot tub jet was not working, but all this was irrelevant to me as I don't use neither thing , my daughter however likes to swim

Pros: Staff were really helpful. Great location and service. Big cozy room and beautiful garden. Highly recommend it.

Pros: I had the most picture perfect view of the volcano. I even saw it steam- LITERALLY 🌋 Breakfast was great, room was perfect, right near town.

Cons: No complaints

Pros: Awesome place to stay with great views! The place is very new and super clean and comfortable. The staff and owner were very friendly and helpful. It is also a great location right in town.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: The pool was pretty nice!

Cons: The athmosphere was a bit cold

Pros: everything was perfect for a one night stay! I would definitely come back!

Cons: it seemed a little far from center but no problem if u have a car

Pros: Love the rocking chairs and sitting area outside out room. Staff were amazing and great value for the price.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Great pool, great terrace, loved the communal kitchen.

Cons: The overhead light in the room could have been a wee bit brighter.

Pros: Great place, has outdor kitchen equiped with All you need. Beautifull swimmingpool, while swimming saw toucans. I suggest to stay here for few days an drive around to see what Fortuna offers!

Pros: Pool and outdoor Kitchen was a big plus

Pros: The rooms are big, airy with comfortable beds, TV and clean bathroom. The veranda outside is lovely to sit and watch the world go by. The staff are really helpful and good fun. The swimming pool is lovely too. Oooh and you can see humingbirds in the garden.

Cons: The noise from the road nearby

Pros: Loved the rocking chairs on the porch looking at the beautiful tree with amazing birds and the volcano in the background! The kitchen area was great and the pool was wonderful with a lovely view. The property was very well maintained with lots of green space and flowering foliage. The room was clean, quiet, and spacious with a comfortable bed and nice pillows:) The grocery store and little restaurant next door were very nice with great prices and super handy. Loved all of it!

Pros: The location The beautiful garden The swimming pool Personnel very friendly and helpful - arranged for us a night walking tour

Cons: Breakfast could be better The water tap in the bathroom was dirty No wifi in the room

Pros: This was a lovely stay! the room was super comfortable and well equipped. The staff was super lovely, the food very tasty and the location was absolutely brilliant a short ride in Uber to town, walking distance to the Fortuna waterfalls and the chocolate tour. Strongly recommend to stay here.

Pros: Good breakfasts. Great coffee. The surroundings were beautiful. No smoking on the property. Friendly staff.

Pros: The staff was great and the facility is very clean.

Cons: Maybe more eco friendly, organic soap and sampoo products to the bathroom would fit more to the place.

Pros: Beautiful gardens and pleasant atmosphere

Cons: More comfortable seating at the room/cabin would have been good.

Pros: The staff in this hotel was amazing and always ready to help with anything we needed! Thank you !

Pros: When we opened the door to our room ( #9 ) we thought we were in a Four Seasons Hotel. Surprising. Perfect. Big bed. Very clean unit. Exotic birds right outside the door. Pool a few steps away. The staff are lovely. the dining room was open to an amazing gardens. It was quiet, elegant and the food was fresh and delicious. This little hotel was the highlight of our trip.

Cons: We liked everything.

Pros: Very good accommodation. We enjoyed our stay, saw a lot of birds and flowers. Very good staff, restaurant, location. The room was fantastic, very comfortable. The breakfast was also fantastic, fresh juice and 3 options.

Pros: Rooms good with large bathroom, restaurant is price quality outstanding. Garden is very well kept.

Cons: The beds, those are in need of an upgrade

Pros: Fabulous service, we arrived late in the night and they were gentle enough to wait for us.

Cons: We received a room that was different than the one reserved... but at last they gave us an upgrade

Pros: The breakfast was good and everything was really nice and wonderful treatment

Cons: Maybe a bit more maintenance for the exterior of the rooms

Pros: Laura is a sweet person! She helped with everything and she cared about everything!

Pros: Beautiful property, just minutes out of town. Quite, clean rooms, comfy beds, good breakfast. Our room was facing the creek, just a beautiful location to sit on the deck, have your coffee in the morning and watch the birds or have a glass of wine in the evening and just listen to the creek. Breakfast starts at 7:30 am, but Laura was very accomodating and served us breakfast at 7 am. We are early risers and on Easter time zone and wanted to be at 8 am at Arenal Volcano National Park (first day) and Mistico Hanging Bridges (second day). We were able to do that thanks to Laura's excellent customers service. We really appreciated that.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Great Hospitality

Cons: Size of hotel

Pros: Staff, clean rooms

Cons: Pool

Pros: I like all the things that we live in this hotel

Pros: Super clean bed, room and bathroom! Nice working AC - very cool at night. A 10 minute car ride from town. Car is recommended unless you like walking in extreme hot weather. Room has the basics: bed, night stand, shelf, fridge. The yard is beautiful, I saw more birds than anywhere else! Miguel and the staff were super nice and helpful. Breakfast was included with our room. Dinner is offered. We orders their nachos which were really healthy and good compared to American food. I would recommend staying here!

Cons: Nothing that I really didn't like. Just a few suggestions: 1. The room had it's basics, however, it would of been nice to have a table and chairs inside the room instead of outside (I got bug bites sitting outside). 2. Wasn't sure if I had soap or soap/shampoo in the shower. Maybe out a label on it? 3. Close all the windows so bugs don't get inside. Overall great stay!

Pros: Beautiful grounds. Nice restaurant. Good food . Large room size. Very nice and helpful staff.

Cons: Bed comfort level average . No hot water at the bathroom sink for shaving. No washcloths.

Pros: It is the best. We have stayed there before. We love the location and the property is unique. We absolutely love it.

Cons: Was perfect

Pros: THERE WERE TWO CHOICES FOR BREAKFAST .BOTH DELICIOUS .WE LIKED FRUITS .JUICES AND COFFEE. THE STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND NICE. THE LOCATION IS FANTASTIC CLOSE TO RELAX TERMALITAS WITH FANTASTIC VIEWS OF ARENAL VOLCANO, WE ENJOYED THE POOLS - THE PLACE IS AWESOME ..NOT CROWDED ..VERY PEACEFUL

Pros: Very friendly staff, good and cheap food. Very beautiful location and nice to be off the tourist area.

Pros: It was quiet. I loved sitting by the creek and watching the fireflies at night. Also lots of birds and the breakfast was yummy.

Cons: The pillows were way too big and hard.

Pros: Good breakfast included, very clean, nice restaurant, helpful staff

Pros: Rudy was very pleasant, helpful and all around nice guy.

Pros: Staff was great. Fransisco is the owners son and he was so kind to us, helped us with all our requests and went out of his way at that. Breakfast is made to order and the ladies there are doing a fabulous job. Eating while you watch all the different birds feed on papaya was an unforgettable experience. The property is beautiful, we really enjoyed the hammocks and the little stream in the back. Lovely time away from the hustle bustle of city life.

Cons: The room was quite bare bones, bathroom was tiny. Our shower was clogged on day 1 - it was promptly taken care of.Just have to go with realistic expectations on minimalist type of accommodations. The folks next to our room were incredibly loud at 11/12 at night. I had to go ask them to pipe down so that we can sleep. Nothing the property can do but it all adds up to the experience :)

Pros: This place is beautiful. The cabins are lovely, bathrooms are huge. Unfortunately we could only stay 1 night since we were there during the pandemic, but the time we spent was great. The staff will set up any tour you want. It's a flat 15 min walk to town and the bus station. The buffet breakfast had lots of selection even though there was only about 4 groups of people staying there (remember-pandemic). The grounds are lovely. We will certainly go back and stay there longer.

Cons: The pool was cold. I suspect they don't heat it because it is hot outside, however it does cool down in the evening, which makes the pool cool down too. For most people it'll be ok, we just prefer warm water. Otherwise it was lovely. As mentioned, the wifi does not extend to the cabins, however we were in the first one closest to the check in and we could get it in our room and while sitting out on the porch. Don't let wifi issues stop you from staying here, just unplug and enjoy.

Pros: Room was comfortable, set in lovely gardens with loads of wildlife to be spotted - we saw lots of hummingbirds, some toucans (high up in the trees) and a sloth was hanging out at eye level in the evening - a staff member called us over to show us! The pool was lovely for a cooling swim. Breakfast was busy when the restaurant opened as a lot of people were being picked up early for trips, so I recommend waiting a bit for the restaurant to empty out. We still managed to find some seats though. There is an egg chef who will cook to order. The hotel is a short walk from the centre of La Fortuna.

Pros: The grounds are beautiful. Breakfast was delicious and simple. The location means it is quiet but also convenient to town. The cabins have small porches for sitting outside - pleasant. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons: Light comes in the windows at night, especially when other guests leave their porch lights on.

Pros: Quaint Very basic but definitely an ecolodge Close to town and walkable

Cons: Smell of toilet system....close the door and it was okay

Pros: Great location so tranquil and beautiful Breakfast every morning was delicious and plentiful The lady who cooked the eggs was always smiling and kind All the staff were very helpful sweet and friendly

Cons: The bed was so hard such a shame when everything else was perfect!

Pros: I loved the location of the property. It was close to many activities, restaurants and shopping. The property is beautiful, well maintained and has a great ambience. Also, their rice and beans was the best of all the Selina's I stayed at during this visit.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: Greatly designed space, activities organised were really cool, staff helpful

Pros: The staff was very nice, yoga classes was good, the room was really clean and big

Pros: It was very pretty and the dorms were very nice and comfortable

Cons: Nothing

Pros: Excellent location close to main attractions. Good and friendly services.

Pros: Really good hotel with friendly staff!

Cons: WLAN in our room could be better.

Pros: Beautiful property with exquisite plants, trees, birds. Very comfortable house with airconditioning. Great pool area, we didn’t use because of all the amazing possibilities around Fortuna. Adriana is very friendly and helpful in every way!

Pros: Surrounding grounds

Pros: Upon arrival, we found a couple of issues with our room, water heater not working and TV remote not functioning. I texted the CS number and got a response immediately. The manager came to our room right a away and called to the support staff, they solved the problem within 20 mins. After that, everything went smooth. Loved that they even learned my name and greeted my personally and my family at breakfast.

Cons: A bit more options for breakfast would've been nice.

Pros: We loved the location, just outside of town and close to the water falls. Its about a 8 minute walk or a 5 minute Uber, yes they have Uber there and plenty of Taxis. We had our own car, but the in is close to all, the hiking in the are is wonderful as well as the ziplining, rafting and Volcano. The cottages are a nice size, AC and nice big shower. We liked getting a big breakfast every morning and some good coffee. The swimming pool was nice, clean and refreshing after a long day in the rainforest watching monkeys.

Cons: The Wifi is really only good in the Pool area, the main office was iffy.

Pros: Great setup will little bungalows on nice grounds. Its close to La Fortuna towncenter (10min walk). Great breakfast, friendly staff and a pool with a view of Arenal Volcanoe.

Pros: The property is as advertised and amenities and property were lovely. The breakfast was nice, and the staff were very friendly. Basic place to stay, but good for the value.

Cons: Nothing

Pros: The garden was a Paradise with many birds. The bed was comfortabele and the airco functioned welk. Good shower

Cons: In the room there wasn't any possibility to hang your clothes. Not even a hook on a door OR the wall. No bedlamp no possibility to switch off the light out of the bed. The hotel-restaurant was often closed and of open it offered poor dishes. For a decent meals you needed to go to La Fortuna, 2 kilometers away along a dark road.

Pros: The best hotel in La Fortuna with a big beautiful territory.

Cons: Only one person speaks English:(. Other staff do not understand you.

Pros: Lovely large room with brilliant shower, nice grounds. Young boy that worked in restaurant (only one who spoke English) was very helpful.

Cons: About a 20 minute easy walk from town centre

Pros: Great little place. The surroundings make it feel really zen and that you are away from the busyness of La Fortuna.

Pros: Location away from centre, beautiful gardens and views, lovely breakfast location, sense of space in a tropical setting, good spacious shower, room cleaned everyday

Cons: Our cabin was rather dark and not enough chairs for two people to sit inside when it rains (which it does)

Pros: In my 4 week holiday through COSTA RICA.....it was the Best Hotel in Costa Rica at all and one of the best Hotels during my last year's of Travel through many other countries in the World. This was a absolute perfekt place . Alone the walking way through this flowered and gardened way throung an walking bridge with waterfalls and pools and jacuci......it was a brilliant walk. There are different types of little houses . You feel as a owner of a little house in the middle of the Jungle . A perfekt place to come down and relax and enjoy . Every kind of stuff are professional People. All are friendly and kind and gives you warm welcomes day by day. You don't feel in an Hotel ....you feel like in Heaven. This place is a Paradise . I was lucky and happy to be a guest and friend there . I also decide to stay one night more as it was in my planing. I don't want to move from this elegant and heart and peaceful place. Room was perfekt. Fridge in it also. Showers are special. Breakfast you can choose. It's totally enough . They have an restaurant where you also can have Lunch and Dinner. I also had greatful and delightful dinner, too. It's far away and far out from any noise. You are asking there : what is noise. You have peace there.

Cons: There was nothing about anything of bad or negative things. Everything was so great and wonderful . The only thing maybe I should say is: there should be not allowed children under the age of 14. That could be disturbing if someone don't like any children who are crying or making noise. I specially don't like any children's noise in holiday.

Pros: The service was excellent. Super friendly and helpful staff. We really enjoyed the garden and were happy to see our first tucan in wild life. Also we had a parrot sitting on the tree in front of our room. A taxi into town costs only 1200 Colones maximum. Nearby you can swim in the rio fortuna and swing a rope. Highly recommended place.

Pros: Great place! Staff was very, very friendly and helpful.

Cons: The bed was not as comfortable as my bed at home. I'm pretty picky about beds. It was very hard and hurt my hips.

Pros: Landscaping. Have partnered with an organic farm that is a short walk away...for breakfast...for $8 USD It was wonderful...however they are building a structure onsite now that will allow them to provide breakfast

Cons: Only cold water in shower. No clothes hangers. Was a room for 4 with 1 hook for towels. No facecloths. No toilet paper holder ... only place for it was on sink where it got wet. No screens on windows...opened 1 window and within minutes big beetles were flying in...forced to use A/C. We asked for tourist info on where best to see frogs & butterflies and got sent to a got springs lodge that they obviously have some agreement with...lode has 0 frogs & 4 types of butterflies in its garden...the cost was a ripoff. No chairs in room...forced to sit on bed...so bad for a back.

Pros: Cute and cozy

Cons: The location on the map is wrong

Pros: Lively fun place. (Although it settled down nicely after 10 pm.) The staff was extremely helpful and patient with us. It was nice when they remembered and greeted me each day by my first name. I will come back someday.

Cons: Nothing to complain about or even dislike a little bit.

Pros: Friendly staff. Clean. Good location, get what you pay for.

Cons: Bunk beds very creaky and loud, you can organise trips through the hostel, often cheaper to go onto the street and shop around

Pros: Staff were really nice and the location.

Cons: So dirty. Our clothes smelled disgusting for the rest of the trip after staying here. The rooms could also use soap dispensers and better ventilation.

Pros: The personels were very helpful and pleasant Good vibe on the property

Cons: Because our room was facing the street it was very noisy in the evening

Cons: The man working the booking desk was very rude to my friend and I. We asked about his rates but ended up booking our tours elsewhere. He then confronted us at the bar to tell us off. Highly unprofessional conduct to begin with, but even more so because his criticism was so wrong to begin with. I’ll book my tours with whoever I want. If I don’t book it through the hostel, no one should get upset about it. This negative interaction spoiled the rest of our stay because we had to keep seeing this employee and he would stare at us. He also refused to give us even 15 minutes of extra check out time.

Pros: it was very nice, our private rooms were behind the street, so a bit more quiet. also try the bar, Manuel knows his stuff and feel free to order other drinks too ☺️ thanks for the great time ☺️

Cons: nothing to report

Pros: The reception staff did not give us a lot of info about anything. Manu, the tenderbar was funny. The breakfast was good. It was very noisy and in the room was humid.

Pros: The facilities were great!!! It has the potential to be a really fun place. A heated pool with a swim up bar, hammocks, music, foosball... All of the elements are there.... Get a friendly, attentive bartender. Even people on dinner if our tours said they same thing.

Cons: The facilities were great but not many people were taking advantage of them. The bartender on 3-9-20 was very rude and seemed to only be interested in talking to two very loud, very drunk girls. We ran into several other people staying at the hostel who also said the rude bartender and loud drunk girls made them go out elsewhere. When a guy in our group asked for his welcome drink, after being ignored for a few minutes in spite of there being only the two aforementioned costumers, he was eventually given a drink. About ten minutes later, when a girl in our group went for her drink, the bartender made a drink that was twice as strong. We would have enjoyed hanging out and having a few drinks there and enjoying the heated pool and foosball, but not when ignored and sneered at. Usually the bartender is friendly which encourages people to stay and have fun. Instead, we decided not to return the following week as we had been considering.

Pros: The bed, the pool, relaxing in the hamac, the food...and all the staff.

Pros: the staff was very helpful the rooms were clean And the atmosphere is delightful The other travelers were friendly I very much enjoyed my stay in Arenal Hostel Resort I have already recommended it to others! Happy new year

Cons: the construction started too early and woke me up! The artificial smell of the cleaning solutions used are hormone disrupters and it would be a good idea to use "green" cleaners to protect the staff as well as the clients

Pros: Location is good. The price I paid was value for money. Wifi was decent.

Cons: My room was never cleaned, although I asked for it at the reception.

Pros: English speaking staff

Cons: Cold in the winter at night

Pros: breakfast was cold--bananas too ripe--coffe was cold

Cons: they charged us up on checking in--room was not done any of the days we stayed--trash stacked up in the toilett basket because nobody will take out-we checked out one day before and didnt refund us the other night--I couldnt sleep becasue the patio door had no curtain and window above either, it was clear all night long-pillows were old and too thin--room had only one outlet--room was too small--I paid for a patio that was flooded everyday with rain-view was blocked with roof and walls from adjacent buildings--WIFI was spotty-

Pros: nothing

Cons: This "hostel" doesn't even deserve 1 star - there were so many issues, but let me start with the worst of all: they charged me for 3 nights despite the fact that I only stayed there for 2 nights! In addition to the poor customer service, there were a lot of issues to deal with: 1. The remote control did not work properly, couldn't change channels unless you knew the number 2. The shower door did not close all the way. My mother who is almost 90 years old could not take a shower because the water was getting out into the bathroom area & I was worried she would slip & fall. We had to tell the front desk to fix it. It should have been inspected & fixed before we checked in! 3. The A/C stopped working at night! Keep in mind that La Fortuna is hot so I could not sleep. 4. Speaking of the A/C, the water discharged in the shower, which is unsafe & can lead to mold. 5. We could not turn the light on without turning the fan on. 6. The blankets were smelly. 7. Speaking of blankets, they never refreshed the room! Never came in to clean & change the bedding. Absolutely disgusting. 8. The pillows were paper thin. 9. The wi-fi was spotty at best & most of the time did not work at all. 10. The breakfast bananas were almost rotten. 11. You couldn't close the curtains completely so there was always light coming in to the room. My brother & sister in law also stayed here but in a different room & their experience was probably even worse. I would not recommend this property to anyone.

Pros: The location, The staff, nice terrace (restaurant) with a view, even though the volcano didn’t show itself. Was nice. Staff is polite and friendly.

Cons: Standard room had no space to put clothes, supposed closet was just hangers over the table where we could consider sitting at least drinking coffee with something, but if there is clothes over your head, not comfortable. The balcony is there for nothing, problem with the roof, so when it rains, all gets wet, and you can’t even dry your shoes or clothes. Talking about rainy season. And breakfast: only pinto and eggs, at least some fruit or cereal would be good for people who stays more than one night. All other thing was ok.

Pros: It was very near the center of town , close by to the main Central Park

Cons: The store across the street played loud music until late don’t get a street room

Pros: We loved the location. It's right in the village with all the shops and restaurants. Close drive to the Arenal volcano. You get a good view of the volcano from the bar/lounge area if it's not too cloudy. Good breakfast and clean rooms. Good parking space up the street behind a closed gate.

Cons: No (working) locker or small fridge in the room. Coffee is only available at the bar for a small price. The bar also has very loud music until 10pm.