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A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.
A landscaped entrance with a sign for Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.
A couple dining at a table in a pool surrounded by tropical plants and rocks.
A mountain with a red-roofed building complex at its base, surrounded by lush greenery.

1. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
La Fortuna
United States
Herberth
$139 nightly
$157 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
A room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a potted plant, and a red telephone.
A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a lamp. There is a door and a hallway leading to another room.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a green throw blanket, and a wooden ceiling.
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a wood-burning stove, and a view of the interior through large windows.

2. Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Monteverde
United States
Caryssa
$47 nightly
$53 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
A hot tub surrounded by tropical plants at night.
A stone bridge over a pond with a waterfall in the background, surrounded by lush greenery.
A lush garden with tropical plants and a mountain in the background.
A woman standing on a balcony overlooking a lush garden with a mountain in the background.

3. Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
La Fortuna
United States
Alexis
$137 nightly
$155 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.
An aerial view of a lush, private garden with a swimming pool, surrounded by dense foliage and a small building.
A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.
A couple in white robes sitting on a beige sofa with patterned cushions, in a room with a stone wall and a wooden railing overlooking greenery.

4. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
La Fortuna
United States
Mehrzad
$134 nightly
$151 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and bathtub.
A lush garden with a waterfall, a pool with lounge areas, and a building with a green roof.
A bar area with a central fountain, seating around the pool, and a bar counter with various bottles.
A tropical garden with a waterfall, stone seating, and lush greenery.

5. Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa
La Fortuna
United States
Sabrina
$269 nightly
$304 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa
A hotel room with a bed, a view of a mountain, and a small pool area with plants and a chair.
A garden pathway with wooden railings, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.
A modern two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
A garden pathway with two wooden chairs on either side, leading to a building.

6. Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
La Fortuna
United States
Rainy
$80 nightly
$90 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
A green frog on a red flower, with a house in the background.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a fire extinguisher, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A dining area with tables set for a meal, featuring clear glassware and cutlery.
A wooden hot tub surrounded by rocks and tropical plants under a tiled roof.

7. Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul
La Fortuna
United States
Kelly
$57 nightly
$64 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul
A woman walking on a concrete path in a garden area with various plants and a wooden fence.
A modern interior with two hanging chairs, a white sofa, and a staircase leading to a loft area.
A person painting a mural on a wall in a hallway.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of a mountain.

8. La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels

La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels
La Fortuna
United States
Ross
$71 nightly
$81 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels
A hot tub with a stone base, surrounded by a pool, and overlooking a scenic view of a sunset over a body of water and hills.
A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a bed with towels and flowers.
A building with a red roof and a small car parked in front.
A restaurant with a view of mountains and a greenhouse. Tables are set with white tablecloths and purple napkins.

9. Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista
La Fortuna
United States
Jill
$95 nightly
$107 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Linda Vista
A resort with a large pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings surrounded by lush gardens and palm trees.
A resort courtyard with palm trees, a view of a mountain, and outdoor seating areas.
A tropical resort with a mountain view, lush greenery, and a pathway leading to the buildings.

10. Hotel Lavas Tacotal

Hotel Lavas Tacotal
La Fortuna
United States
Jennifer
$96 nightly
$108 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Lavas Tacotal
A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.
A wooden deck with a restaurant, overlooking a scenic landscape with a sunset view.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a mountain view.

11. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
La Fortuna
Canada
Pooja
$114 nightly
$129 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and tropical landscaping.
A balcony with a pool, wooden chairs, and a view of a lush landscape and mountains.
A round table with a glittery tablecloth, surrounded by white chairs with grey cushions.
A woman in a red bikini sitting by a window with a mountain view.

12. Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center

Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center
La Fortuna
United States
Cluny
$169 nightly
$191 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center
A natural landscape with a pond, rocks, and lush greenery.
A covered patio with a central fountain, wooden furniture, and potted plants.
A table set with glasses and a tropical tablecloth, overlooking a mountain and lush greenery.
A serene garden with a small pond, surrounded by rocks and lush greenery, with a mountain in the background.

13. Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs

Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs
La Fortuna
United States
Ana
$134 nightly
$151 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a swimming pool.
A bamboo-themed interior with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.
A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a view of lush greenery.
A well-lit outdoor area with a wooden structure, surrounded by various plants and a gravel pathway leading to it.

14. Arenal Waterfall Lodge

Arenal Waterfall Lodge
La Fortuna
United States
candice
$57 nightly
$64 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Arenal Waterfall Lodge
A lush landscape with a swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
A room with a bed, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of a mountain and greenery.
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A room with a large window overlooking a lush landscape with a mountain in the distance.

15. Arenal Roca Lodge

Arenal Roca Lodge
La Fortuna
Canada
keith
$55 nightly
$63 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Arenal Roca Lodge
A pool area with a rock waterfall and surrounding tropical plants.
An indoor space with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A staircase with a sign reading "Climca" surrounded by lush greenery and bamboo structures.
A hot tub surrounded by lush tropical plants, with a wooden deck and stone steps leading to it.

16. Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio

Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio
La Fortuna
United States
Amal
$203 nightly
$229 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio
A pool area with lounge chairs, a red-roofed structure, and a mountain in the background.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of tropical vegetation.
A terrace with a view of a mountainous landscape, a table, and chairs.
A lush garden with a building featuring a tiled roof and arched windows.

17. Hotel Mountain Paradise

Hotel Mountain Paradise
La Fortuna
United States
Aayushi
$166 nightly
$188 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mountain Paradise
A pool area with a view of a volcano in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a table with chairs, and a vase with flowers.
A tropical garden with a yellow building, stone benches, and lush greenery.
A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and vibrant flowers, leading to a building with a red roof.

18. Arenal Country Inn

Arenal Country Inn
La Fortuna
United States
Nancy janet
$109 nightly
$123 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Arenal Country Inn
Pool
A restaurant with wooden interior, tables with white tablecloths, and a tiled floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden rocking chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern building with a glass entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

19. Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal
Peñas Blancas
United States
Andres
$71 nightly
$80 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Chateau Arenal
A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.
A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.
A table with a plate of fruit and a view of a volcano.
A fitness center with exercise equipment, a sign reading "FITNESS ROOM," and a brick pathway.

20. Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
La Fortuna
United States
henk
$100 nightly
$113 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Arenal Lodge
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Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

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$134 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

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$414 nightly
$468 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
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Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

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$238 nightly
$269 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
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Towering over lush rainforest, the majestic Arenal Volcano invites hikers to explore its national park's wildlife-rich trails. Soak in natural hot springs at Tabacon after a day spent traversing Mistico's hanging bridges or paddling across serene Lake Arenal.

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A volcanic mountain, a large lake, and surrounding forested hills.

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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent
"Incredible place to stay. Fantastic network of trails, waterfalls, lush fauna and amazing views of the Arenal volcano. This was my third stay and I will always go back."
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"This place was just lovely. We loved the Monteverde region. A gem and often overlooked for the nearby La Fortuna/Arenal region. The staff here was attentive and incredibly friendly. The place had a grown up hostal vibe. Cannot recommend Camino Verde enough!"
Lindsay 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Arenal

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Expedia travelers speak highly of LakeGardens & EcoTours. It comes with a terrace and a barbecue grill, and is around 0.8 mi southeast of central Arenal. Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery is another popular 3-star hotel. Located roughly 8 mi west of downtown, it offers a swimming pool and a lake view.
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