Hotel Arenal Lodge

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with spa, near Arenal Volcano National Park
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Hotel Arenal Lodge

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Mountain view
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Bathroom

Overview of Hotel Arenal Lodge

8.4

Very good

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
Map
200 Meters NW of the dam of Arenal Lake, Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool and 2 spa tubs
  • Fitness centre
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

Junior Suite (1 Bed)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Chalet (1 King Bed)

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

Master Suite

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

Apartment (1 Planta Baja)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Honeymoon Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (2 Beds)

  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Suite (Standard)

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Apartment (Planta Alta)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Chalet (2 Queen Beds)

  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • In a national park
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 13 min walk
  • Lake Arenal - 1 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 11 min drive
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 15 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 23 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 143 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Restaurante El Novillo del Arenal - 9 min drive
  • Cascajo's Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • Rancho Mirador Los Peñas - 9 min drive
  • Ephemeral Table - 8 min drive
  • Rancho el Mirador - 8 min drive

About this property

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Placing you 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs, Hotel Arenal Lodge offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 180 per vehicle. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials or body scrubs, and international cuisine is served at La Fortuna, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the overall property condition.

Languages

English, Spanish

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

100% renewable energy
Energy-saving switches
Housekeeping on request
Change of bedsheets on request
Change of towels on request
This information is provided by our partners.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 50 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 3 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Supervised childcare*

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 44 lb per pet)*
  • Specific rooms only*

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Free off-site parking nearby

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Pool table
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 hot tubs
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments.

Dining

La Fortuna – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 180 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hotel Arenal Lodge
Hotel Hotel Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Hotel Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Arenal La Fortuna
La Fortuna Hotel Arenal Lodge Hotel
Hotel Hotel Arenal Lodge
Arenal
Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Hotel Arenal Lodge Hotel
Hotel Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Hotel Arenal Lodge Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Arenal Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Arenal Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Hotel Arenal Lodge?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Hotel Arenal Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Arenal Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 44 lb per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arenal Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Arenal Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 180 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arenal Lodge?
You can check in from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Arenal Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs. Hotel Arenal Lodge also has an outdoor pool, a steam room and spa services, as well as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arenal Lodge?
Yes, La Fortuna offers international cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Hotel Arenal Lodge like?
Hotel Arenal Lodge is a short 13-minute walk from Arenal Volcano National Park and 5 minutes' walk from Lake Arenal.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Janet, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Buena atencion
Muy buena atencion los dueños super amables, mejoras en mas actividades para hacer en el hotel
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Antony, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Theresa, 2-night trip
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