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Hotel Faro Arenal

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near La Fortuna Waterfall

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2 outdoor pools
Garden
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Family Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Del Súper Cristian Nº 4, Continuar 1 km, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

Close to airport.You'll find Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and La Fortuna Waterfall within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Perezoso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Cava Pizza a la Leña - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Faro Arenal

3-star hotel near La Fortuna Waterfall
Hotel Faro Arenal offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Faro Arenal. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star La Fortuna hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel Faro Arenal offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This La Fortuna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

There are 10 hot springs open between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 10 hot springs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cabinas Faro Arenal
Cabinas Faro Arenal Fortuna
Cabinas Faro Arenal Hotel
Cabinas Faro Arenal Hotel Fortuna
Cabinas Faro Arenal Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel Faro Arenal La Fortuna
Hotel Faro Arenal
Faro Arenal La Fortuna
Faro Arenal
Hotel Faro Arenal Hotel
Hotel Faro Arenal La Fortuna
Hotel Faro Arenal Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Faro Arenal to the airport?

Hotel Faro Arenal is 3.4 mi (9-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Faro Arenal offers an airport shuttle.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal offer free breakfast?

Hotel Faro Arenal offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Faro Arenal?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Faro Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Faro Arenal?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal have a pool?

Hotel Faro Arenal features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Faro Arenal to downtown La Fortuna?

Hotel Faro Arenal is 1.5 mi away from La Fortuna.

Hotel Faro Arenal Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 237 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A perfect hotel

A great place just outside of the city. Quiet, peaceful and right in the rainforest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, we only wish we would have spent more than one night there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

The sound of the nature right next to you is just amazing , everything green ! The beautiful humming birds flying next to you teying to get the nectar is just an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia, Asheboro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quaint no frills hotel perfectly situated in a quiet area near the town on fortuno. Breakfast was delicious. We were a 6 person family and fit comfortably in their six person suite. Would come again. Thanks for a great stay. Loved all the beautiful flowers and hummingbirds in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a joy to stay two nights so near the volcano in such a beautiful place. The cabin was roomy, clean, and comfortable, the restaurant was excellent, and the grounds (including the "nature walk" in the jungle at the rear of the property) were spectacular. The owner and staff are great people too. I would recommend this place to anyone without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff! Great location next to chocolate tour and La Fortuna Waterfall. Great affordable option for a family!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great service. Shower and toilet needed a little maintenance but other than that everything was perfecto!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjelica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with sloths and little Al king trail on site. Staff was very friendly and helpful and individual cabins kept the stay quiet and a natural setting. About 5 min drive to town and restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the hotel faro arena and had a wonderful experience. The property owner was very friendly, and the entire property was exceptionally clean. The reception staff were welcoming and accommodating, making our stay even more pleasant. The value for the price we paid was excellent. I wish I had chosen to stay at Fatima Arenal instead of the Magic Mountain Hotel, and I will definitely stay here next time. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bibhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sujen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early and they were very accommodating. Everyone was nice and helpful. The hotel location is fairly close to the la fortuna waterfall . We didn’t have our own car but it was easy to get around using the taxi services. Nice and quiet environment with a path to explore and encounter wildlife. We saw sloths right on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sandhya, North Brunswick

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never go to this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros -Staff was helpful recommending activities -pretty jungle path at back of property -Concenient location to town and reliable uber Cons -Electricity went out 3X first night we were there -Toilet kept backing up and gurgled/bubbled all nt
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

yu jiao

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner Mr.J is very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

manuela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. They even washed my clothes for $5. I saw a bunch of Toucans. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AROUN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holy Nature Paradise

We saw many toucans and a sloth for the first time in Costa Rica! The view was stunning and the owner was pleasant and gave us tickets to the Baldi hot springs for a very good prices. There was a problem with a gutter and the smell bothered us because it was very strong poop smell on and off. We would still be willing to come back, lovely ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and had everything we needed for our short stay. Breakfast had a great choice and was delicious. Staff were really helpful and friendly. We really loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramkrishna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was everything I was looking for and everything my family didn’t know they wanted until we got there! Amazing grounds. There was a trail through a beautiful forest full of everything tropical including tons of flowers, trees, plants and animals. We saw many sloths, toucans, crested Juan, cows and more. Woke up to a variety of birds chirping. Breakfast was included and good. Very friendly staff. One guy took me on a walk through the trail and taught me many things, I can’t remember his name (Avar maybe?) Good clean pool. Vegetable garden was fun, they are working on being fully farm to table one day. Probably 1.5 miles from lots of restaurants and 5-10 minutes from amazing La Fortuna Waterfall. The only downside was our toilet had some problems but I’m sure staff can get that fixed. They were readily available to help if needed. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Volcano Staff was extraordinary, Very quiet. Saw 2 Toucans too
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faythe A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Resort and Cabins

Our stay was amazing! Beautiful cabin in the rainforest! I felt like I was emerged in the middle of the rainforest. The cabin was spacious, clean, AC worked well, water good and hot, toilet flushed with no problem, nice kitchen with small fridge, coffee pot, water pot and dishes. The location is close to town, hot springs, waterfall and volcano. The free breakfast was absolutely amazing and the people serving it was very nice and helpful. The front desk clerk was professional, very nice and helped us a lot. The cabins sits in a very nice resort area with a swimming pool and wild life. We seen the sloth everyday with toucans. I really enjoyed staying here. I felt right at home. Everything about this place was a five star and better. Plus the price was even better.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024