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Cabañas del Rio

Hotel in Fortuna

Set in Fortuna, 4.6 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Cabañas del Rio offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

J
Jenna
From
United Kingdom
We had an excellent stay at Cabañas del Río with our 4 year old and 1 year old! Leo and Rosaro couldn't do enough to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. Our daughter got hurt one day and Leo drove us to and from the medical centre and even treated us to ice cream after. This place has a wonderful family feel and is such a comfortable spot to retreat to at the end of each day of adventure. The location is great - Uber to La Fortuna only costs £1.90. The breakfast each day is delicious and the night walk through the jungle with Leo was incredible - we were delighted to see the famous red eyed tree frog and many other animals. Leo and Rosaro also set up the binoculars to show you when there are animals nearby in the trees - we were lucky to see a toucan and a Scarlett Macaw. The pool is beautifully warm even when it is raining! Thank you for making our stay so amazing with our 2 kiddos!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
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2,439.64 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Hotel in Fortuna

Discover the charm of Hotel Secreto La Fortuna, a quiet retreat in the heart of Fortuna, Costa Rica.

A
Anonymous
From
United Kingdom
Great place to stay. A quiet location but just a short walk to town. Lovely clean rooms with view of the volcano, a nice garden and good breakfast. Staff very friendly and helpful – booking taxis for us to local attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,465 reviews
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1,723.38 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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San Bosco Inn

Hotel in Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna town, San Bosco Inn offers an outdoor pool and lush gardens, free Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms with garden views. The Arenal Volcano is 5 km away.

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Location in town was excellent and staff were really helpful and attentive. Breakfast was plentiful and the pool was amazing. We really loved the complimentary use of the sister hotel's thermal pools (Volcano Lodge) and enjoyed the amazing restaurant there too - food was really good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,081 reviews
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1,383.73 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Roca Negra Del Arenal

Hotel in Fortuna

Offering outdoor pool and a hot tub, Hotel Roca Negra Del Arenal is located in the suburbs of Fortuna. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

e
esther
From
Curaçao
Personnel was very welcoming, the pool area qas great, also to play with other kids while the parents sat in the jacuzzi ;) nice relaxing garden surroundings, lots of birds passing by (not only chickens and goose). location is very central, could drive to la fortuna easily to have dinner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,798 reviews
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1,525.37 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs

Hotel in Fortuna

Featuring an extensive garden, a sun terrace with swimming pool, spa treatments and free Wi-Fi throughout, this hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from the Arenal Volcano National Park and from La Fortuna...

F
Florian
From
Luxembourg
It’s a great place for your trip to Fortuna. The facilities are fantastic and the concept with driving to your bungalow works well. The pool is nice and the hot pools really relaxing. Food and device is top!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,562 reviews
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4,558.57 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel in Fortuna

This tropical hotel is located next to Costa Rica's Arenal Volcano, 6 km from La Fortuna. It offers a natural hot spring, outdoor adventure activities, a luxurious spa and scenic volcano views.

C
Courtney
From
Canada
Hot pools and people that worked there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,428 reviews
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3,507.16 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Fortuna Retreat

Hotel in Fortuna

Set in Fortuna, 2.7 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Fortuna Retreat offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

M
Mihaela
From
Italy
We loved the design of the Retreat, every villa was perfectly isolated with plants. The view of the Arenal vulcano from the room was the cherry on the cake together, of course, with the bathroom.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews
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3,197.58 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Palo Alto Glamping Hotel

Hotel in Quesada

Set in Quesada, 42 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Palo Alto Glamping Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

B
Brand
From
United States
This was a special place. It was farther away from Arenal than I expected, which at first was disapointing; however, there are beautiful hikes are areas all around here that are stunning and almost empty. Excellent, comfortable facility with good food and wonderful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews
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13,643.03 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Ventura

Hotel in Quesada

Situated within 40 km of Catarata Tesoro Escondido and 50 km of Kalambu Hot Springs, Hotel Ventura offers rooms in Quesada.

M
Maria
From
Costa Rica
Location Comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
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1,776.44 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano

Hotel in Fortuna

Situated in Fortuna, 17 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

F
Findlay
From
Canada
Location was great, close to everything that I had booked. Very good communication, quick replies. The manager/owner went out of his way to come by the property with a card reader for payment. He then suggested a few options for excursions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews
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2,398.66 Kč
1 night, 2 adults
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Alajuela's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

    Situated in Fortuna, 22 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Sangregado Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews

    Located in Fortuna and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 10 km, Amor Arenal Adults Friendly provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

    Set in Colonia Dos Ríos, 20 km from Miravalles Volcano, La Anita Rain Forest offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

    Located in Quesada, 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Terra Viva provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

    Set in Bijagua and with Rio Celeste Waterfall reachable within 11 km, Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Finca Luna Nueva Lodge is set in Fortuna in the Alajuela Region, 26 km from Monteverde.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

    Set in Atenas, 38 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Villas de la Colina offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Tifakara Boutique Hotel is located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park in Fortuna where you can enjoy stunning volcanic views.

Budget hotels in Alajuela

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

    Set in Alajuela City, within 34 km of Poas National Park and 6.5 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Hotel Pibi Boreal offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

    Bordering a peaceful river with its own forest and a Frog garden. Hotel Monte Real is located 200 metres from La Fortuna Town Centre and 400 metres from a bus station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Situated in Alajuela City, 10 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Poas Paradise features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

    Located in Fortuna, within 20 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 7.2 km of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Arenal 360 Lodge provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Located within 40 km of Catarata Tesoro Escondido and 50 km of Kalambu Hot Springs, Hotel VillaFlores features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Quesada.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Located in Platanal, 33 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Contenedores Corporativos provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Located in San Rafael, 44 km from Venado Caves, Cabinas El Pilón Río Celeste provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    Located in Tigra, 24 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Guapote Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Hotels in Alajuela that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Situated within 6.3 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 8.5 km of Kalambu Hot Springs, Serenity Rooms Arenal offers rooms in Guayabal.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

    Located in Fortuna, 6 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Oasis by Franklin Hotel Boutique provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews

    Set in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Casa Tago offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 816 reviews

    Offering a terrace, Casa Maria Airport B&B is located in Alajuela, just 3 km away from the airport. WiFi is available. The property offers airport shuttle.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel de Campo is located in Caño Negro Wildlife Reserve in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available in this property in limited areas.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Situated in Río Cuarto, 39 km from Poas National Park, Volcan Hule Lodging features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Located in San Rafael, 27 km from Venado Caves, Cabinas Río Frío provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Situated in Carrillos, 23 km from Poas National Park, SERENITY BY NATURE features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

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  • 8.0

    It is difficult to get around in Costa Rica.

    It is difficult to get around in Costa Rica. They have on main major highway and you must get off that highway to get to Jaco and Fortuna. The roads are windy and it takes forever to get somewhere. It took us 3.5 hours to get from Fortuna to San Jose and it is less than 100 miles. This is due to the windy roads which are typically one lane in each direction. However, it is a beautiful drive. Just be prepared! If you are in the Jaco area, do not miss Villa Caletas. Has an amazing view. We stayed at the Marriott Vacation Club at Los Suenos in Garabito. It is a beautiful property.
    Guest review by
    Dena
    United States
  • 8.0

    Just a medium sized town with everything you need.

    Just a medium sized town with everything you need. There is a Wal Mart, Denny's and lots of other restaurants, stores and cafes. There is not a lot to see in the town for tourists, but it is easy to get into San Jose where you can get a bus to Jaco which has a great beach. You can walk into the town easily and it felt very safe, but I recommend taking the local bus. I would only go here to get to another place, but for a day or 2 it is a nice town to visit.
    Guest review by
    2020 Traveler
    United States
  • 8.0

    Bijagua is a small Costa Rican town.

    Bijagua is a small Costa Rican town. It’s not a tourist town. You are very submerged in the culture. Learn some Spanish. Everyone was kind. We ate at several restaurants. We shopped at the grocery. We seemed to be the only tourists. It seemed very safe. The food was EXCELLENT! We drank the water. Read up on tipping. Stray dogs are everywhere. Do NOT pet them at the restaurants. We did the Sky Bridge Tour in Bijagua (a little hard to find - it’s at a resort) and the Tree Top Chocolate Tour. Both we excellent. We hiked to the Rio Celeste waterfall. That is not an easy hike. It’s through the jungle. Wear boots! Snakes are a VERY REAL. We also did tubing down the river. SO FUN!!!
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    United States
  • 4.0

    Proximity to Airport!

    Proximity to Airport! This facility standards were substandard. My wife hurt her foot on a dangerous doorstop, sewer gas was overwhelming, no hot water, air conditioner was not hooked up, pumping hot air back into the room. The stairs right from ground level were dangerous. English was non existent with staff. They were courteous and helpful. There were no privacy coverings on the windows. Open hole in Bathroom ceiling.
    Guest review by
    Kevin
    Canada
  • 10.0

    We stayed at the Altura Hotel. It was amazing beyond words!

    We stayed at the Altura Hotel. It was amazing beyond words! Can not say enough about this place. We stayed in a 'dome/yurt' and it was beautiful, well appointed and excellent in every sense of the word. Breakfast was included and it was such a treat!
    Guest review by
    Donna
    United States
  • 10.0

    Restaurant in front had great food. Staff was wonderful.

    Restaurant in front had great food. Staff was wonderful. And the restaurant was fairly priced as compared to other places in CR. Access to the river at the back of the property was the highlight. We spent a long time playing in the river. And it felt so private. And it was free!
    Guest review by
    Amit
    United States
  • 10.0

    Our trip was mostly rejuvenation, health and to access the...

    Our trip was mostly rejuvenation, health and to access the volcano and hot springs. We went to Arenal park and hiked the trail to the Volcano. We saw a Capibara but most other wildlife is best viewed in the early morning. There were a lot of orchids in bloom along the trails. Going to EcoTermales Hotspring was the highlight. It's a gorgeous naturally constructed spa with layered pools, waterfalls all built with stacked granite rockery, bridges and pathways connect the pools, and there's plenty of seating, an open bar that serves the best mixed drinks. The restaurant served fresh healthy assortment of seafood and meats with veggie dishes with dessert at Lunch. The water was fed from the natural hotspring, which was circulated , refreshed constantly with fresh volcanic water. Attention to the holistic elements of nature were throughout. Staff and Service were top notch.
    Guest review by
    SuZImageZ
    Canada
  • 10.0

    When making your reservation, ask for the biggest cottage...

    When making your reservation, ask for the biggest cottage possible. Its all uphill and sometimes rainy and foggy when making your way here, and stay on the road ALL THE WAY UP TO WHERE IT ENDS, at the reception, restaurant lodge. This restaurant was a total surprise. The food and service was exceptional. I vote for Jean Carlo as best hotel/restaurant host in the whole country.
    Guest review by
    minor
    Costa Rica
  • 6.0

    The town might appeal to some, but it's not my cup of tea...

    The town might appeal to some, but it's not my cup of tea for CR. High population density, loud, lots of traffic. The main town square, around the park and church, isn't as peaceful as other CR towns and there were numerous panhandlers. We didn't find any stores or places to eat worth mentioning.
    Guest review by
    John
    United States
  • 2.0

    The room was too small clostephobic no air conditioning no...

    The room was too small clostephobic no air conditioning no tv no nothing i dont recommend staying here you will regret it. i tried to get a refund and the girl at the reception didnt know how to work the compurter or do any assistance to this matter. I Strongly encourage you not to stay here if you do then i could say i told you so....please go somewhere else for the money.......totallyt a rip off
    Guest review by
    Jaramillo
    United States

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