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Hotel Arenal Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Arenal Volcano National Park

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Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Outdoor spa tub
Interior entrance
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

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200 Meters NW of the dam of Arenal Lake, Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Lake Arenal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Room (2 Beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Room (2 Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Suite (Standard) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite (Standard)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Room (2 Queen Beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Room (2 Queen Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Kitchenette | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment (1 Planta Baja) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment (1 Planta Baja)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment (Planta Alta) | In-room dining

Family Apartment (Planta Alta)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Junior Room (1 Bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Room (1 Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Room (1 King Bed)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

In suburbs.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano National Park. Wellness Park Costa Rica and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 29 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tucanes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Raúl Castaño - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel Arenal Lodge offers its guests 2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Arenal Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star La Fortuna hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Arenal Lodge offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Arenal Lodge to the airport?

Hotel Arenal Lodge is 12.6 mi (23-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Arenal Lodge on Dec 18, 2025 start from $162.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Arenal Lodge.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge offer free breakfast?

Hotel Arenal Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Arenal Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a pool?

Hotel Arenal Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a restaurant?

Hotel Arenal Lodge is home to Volcano's Secret, which features local and international cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body treatments, massages, and reflexology.

How close is Hotel Arenal Lodge to downtown La Fortuna?

Hotel Arenal Lodge is 8.1 mi away from La Fortuna.