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Arenal Xilopalo 3 stars

Fortuna

With La Fortuna Waterfall reachable in 5.7 km, Arenal Xilopalo offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of charge. This was one of my favourite stays worldwide! The facilities are well maintained and better than what the pictures show. The restaurant serves a great breakfast with a view of the volcano and bird watching, the shared area has a nice pool table, and the rooms are spacious and well equipped. I had some of the best sleep of my life here. The cherry on top, however, was the helpful and caring staff all around. John and Luis at the reception were particularly helpful with any requests and even managed to snag us some discounts with nearby activity operators! This is one stay where we regretted not staying for longer and didn't want to leave.

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9
Superb
2,450 reviews
Price from
€ 57
per night

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails 3 stars

Fortuna

Surrounded by 860 private acres of tropical rainforest and featuring an on-site lake, a swimming pool, a sun terrace and games room, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is located within the Arenal Conservation Area, only 2.7 km from the Arenal Volcano. The views and the staff where fantastic. The location of the resort is amazing, quiet and right beside the volcano, right in a rain/cloud forest. Beautiful walks and hikes and they can arrange events if you like.

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9.3
Superb
1,429 reviews
Price from
€ 125
per night

Onca Tours & Treehouses

San Rafael

Featuring mountain views, Onca Tours & Treehouses in San Rafael features accommodation, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant.

There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries.

The lodge offers an American or vegetarian breakfast. The house was very big and clean. The breakfast was also great.

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9.3
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
€ 80
per night

Chalets Silencio del Bosque

Fortuna

Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. At the lodge you will find a restaurant serving local and Grill BBQ cuisine. Vegetarian and dairy-free options can also be requested. How exclusive it was and what was included in the price. As you ate a delicious breakfast, you not only had a very warm and welcoming atmosphere that included seeing so many types of birds (including a toucan) feasting on bananas. In the evening, a frog tour that entailed a leisure walk around the beautiful property. So many birds and so many frogs!

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9.2
Superb
262 reviews
Price from
€ 57
per night

Cabañas Sueños del Arenal

Fortuna

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 23 km from the lodge, while Sky Adventures Arenal is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Fortuna, 7 km from Cabañas Sueños del Arenal, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The view was exceptional, and it is a well equipped house.

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9.2
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
€ 61
per night

Cecropia Ecolodge

Fortuna

Set in Fortuna, 31 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 34 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, Cecropia Ecolodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and mountain views.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 49 km from the lodge. The nearest airport is Fortuna Airport, 27 km from Cecropia Ecolodge. Jay and Nohelia were amazing - we couldn't have asked for more. They cooked incredible food in the morning for breakfast which you can eat whilst watching the wildlife and there is also the option to eat in the evening. They gave us brilliant recommendations to see things in the area and were genuinely one of the nicest couples & hosts we have ever met! The location is a bit off road so bring a 4x4 but once you are there, it's peaceful and beautiful. The room we had was well equipped and clean. 100% would recommend!!

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9.8
Exceptional
486 reviews
Price from
€ 57
per night

Las Pavitas Cottages

Fortuna

Venado Caves is 16 km from the lodge, while Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Fortuna, 21 km from Las Pavitas Cottages, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The place was great, really good staff and clean. Well equiped

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9.2
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
€ 68
per night

Boca Tapada Lodge

Boca Tapada

Situated in Boca Tapada, Boca Tapada Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and river views.

A continental, American or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the lodge you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The place is marvelous, very clean and welcoming, really close to the nature! Make sure to take the boat trip and say hello to Mantequilla and Princesa, the hotel pets.

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9.2
Superb
365 reviews
Price from
€ 121
per night

La Finca Lodge

Fortuna

Boasting an outdoor pool and a hot tub, La Finca Lodge is located in Fortuna, 35 km from La Fortuna Waterfall. Complimentary WiFi is available.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 98 km from La Finca Lodge. Staff was amazing and very welcoming. They adjusted to our schedule and also offer various services that facilitate your stay.

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9.6
Exceptional
840 reviews
Price from
€ 104
per night

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Bijagua

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge offers 60 hectares of Cocoa farm and guests can enjoy tours, chocolate and bird watching.

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge also includes a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. The property also offers packed lunches. This is a forest hut lodge indeed, on the cacao farm. Pictures reflect it well. What is not seen on the pics is the spotless cleanness and the hospitability. Huts are modern and well equipped. Fine chocolate drinks, good brekky. Recommended.

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9.4
Superb
967 reviews
Price from
€ 98
per night

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