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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.

P
Philip
From
Sweden
The property manager (Leonardo) and the staff care for the guests as people. In my case, a thunderstorm brewed over the night and I was planning to drive to our next location. Leonardo and another staff member looked up some local news to make sure we knew what the safest route was. In regard to the room, they have 2 AC units and loads of space for either couples or small families. The community is secure and feels very cozy. Breakfast is delicious. HIGHLY HIGHLY regard others to stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews
Price from
US$116
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Marcel
From
Germany
Service was really good and super friendly. Amazing view. Beautiful garden and pool. Amazing breakfast with fresh fruits.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,458 reviews
Price from
US$82.80
1 night, 2 adults

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.

C
Cheong
From
Hong Kong
Very friendly staff and let us have an early checkin! The hot spring in Volcano Lodge is a bonus, by pools with different temperatures! Breakfast is nice with fresh fruits!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,143 reviews
Price from
US$77.36
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tomas
From
Slovakia
Amazing views, location, and facilites. Breakfast for additional charge was a good value and tasty. The staff was kind and helpful. We had really great time here and wish all other hotels we stay at would be this good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,788 reviews
Price from
US$77.35
1 night, 2 adults

Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs

Hotel in Fortuna

Set in Fortuna, 10 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

C
Carolina
From
Georgia
The facilities and restaurant were great. Restaurant staff was great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,517 reviews
Price from
US$244.94
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
JOHAN
From
South Africa
All the facilities, pools, and vibe at the pool . Breakfast was also spectacular
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4,267 reviews
Price from
US$154.63
1 night, 2 adults

Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience

Hotel in Fortuna

Set in lush tropical gardens, at the foot of Costa Rica’s Arenal the Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi zone. Air-conditioned rooms have a terrace.

A
Anper27
From
United States
The hotel has hot springs that you can use until 3:00 AM
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews
Price from
US$207.08
1 night, 2 adults

BAUMA

Hotel in Fortuna

Set in Fortuna, 3.1 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, BAUMA offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

e
elif selen
From
Turkey
It was by far the best hotel we stayed at in Costa Rica. This brand-new place is incredibly cool and stylish. The decor was stunning, and everything was spotless. Having a kitchen in the room made us really happy, and having a private jacuzzi in the garden was amazing. The hotel staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I absolutely, without a doubt, highly recommend it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$301
1 night, 2 adults

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
Martin
From
Czech Republic
Personal was very polite and helpful. We will come again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$82
1 night, 2 adults

Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano

Hotel in Chachagua

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

T
Tong
From
United States
In this small family operation, Jose’s service was impeccable. He reached out in advance and removed down/feather pillows as I’m allergic. Six stars, Jose, for preheating the outdoor jacuzzi in advance of our arrival. Bungalow is the right word: small, adequate, hybrid indoor and outdoor. Jacuzzi on the side; rainforest in the back. Breakfast was more than adequate, and we enjoyed a tasty dinner at the Ross restaurant in nearby Chachagua. Sadly, we missed an early morning sighting of the area sloth crawling across the power line above. That’s for next time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Price from
US$119.70
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.

    From US$184.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews

    Situated in Fortuna, 7.4 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Noah's Forest Hotel by Tifakara features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$493.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 166 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 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

    Malekus Mountain Lodge features a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Aguas Claras.

    From US$107.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 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.

    From US$135.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 177 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.

    From US$85.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 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.

    From US$90.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

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

    From US$207.02 per night

Budget hotels in Alajuela

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 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.

    From US$96.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located in Fortuna, 4.9 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Nativo Arenal features views of the garden. This 2-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk.

    From US$56.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 83 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...

    From US$107.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 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.

    From US$56.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

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

    From US$62.38 per night
  • 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.

    From US$45.43 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,717 reviews

    Located in Fortuna, 4.4 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Orquideas Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

    From US$123.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,854 reviews

    Set in Fortuna, 5.7 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Xilopalo offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$73.45 per night

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 in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park, Velaz Guesthouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$45.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 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.

    From US$54.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 116 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.

    From US$68.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 522 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.

    From US$39.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 804 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.

    From US$125.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 232 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.

    From US$129.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 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.

    From US$113.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 8 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.

    From US$86.45 per night

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  • 8.0

    The centre is not over touristified.

    The centre is not over touristified. A few good supermarkets. A good variety of food options, with some good Sodas. A lot of accommodation to choose from. Nice Central Park. Many activities to choose from, and easy to get transport to them if you don’t have a car. The Mundo 12 zip lines can’t be missed.
    Guest review by
    sharron
    New Zealand
  • 6.0

    I was there one night because it was close to the airport.

    I was there one night because it was close to the airport. I would not hang out there for a significant length of time. Not a good place to be after dark. Also came across a suitcase on a sidewalk. It had obviously been stolen and rummaged through.
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    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

    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
  • 10.0

    Grecia is a wonderful little town.

    Grecia is a wonderful little town. I was here to find a new home so I was looking throughout the area and visited Atenas and Naranjo as well. We decided on a place near Naranjo. In Grecia I ate at several local Sodas which were fantastic and a more upscale restaurant called Bariles which was fantastic. POPs ice cream shop is also highly recommended. In Atenas I ate at a really good Italian restaurant called Firenze. The Pasta Puttanesca was cooked to perfection. When driving watch for motorcycles.
    Guest review by
    Moore
  • 6.0

    This is a busy typical CR centre with little to offer in the...

    This is a busy typical CR centre with little to offer in the way of browsing or touristy type things. Really good handmade souvenirs in store opposite city park. The museum is open Tues to Sat. We missed it, so I can't comment on that. The weather was cold, foggy and at times windy (this was mid Jan). That's all I can think of!
    Guest review by
    Adrian
  • 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

    We enjoyed the area and while we did a lot including driving...

    We enjoyed the area and while we did a lot including driving to Monteverde for zipline tour, we chose one day of pampering rather than adventure so did not hike around Arenal or paddle board on Arenal. We did white water rafting between Puerto Viejo and Fortuna. We did waterfall repelling near Fortuna (amazing). The people are friendly and the area is lovely. We enjoyed a night time nature tour with our hotel (Noah's Landing) and Nayara Gardens was amazing. We saw plenty of sloths but so much more! We went to the Mistico hanging bridges on a rainy day which worked well-it did not matter. We also visited the Fortuna Waterfall (500 steps down-then 500 steps up but worth it!) If you like adventure- there is plenty. If you want to relax-it is a beautiful place to do so.
    Guest review by
    Tami
    United States