Arenal Volcano Inn

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  BeckyWiltshire1

  SWINDON, WILTSHIRE, ENGLAND · Couples · Mar 2026

  10/10

  Beautiful location

  Spent 3 nights in the Villa room, which was lovely. Plenty of space just for the two of us instead of just a normal room, but still wouldn’t have felt small if there was four people staying. Fantastic views out of all windows and even saw amazing wildlife from the windows. The gardens are beautiful and added bonus of a small swimming pool and jacuzzi which we used each early evening after a day’s activities. Food is good (not excellent) and you need to book as they had a large coach party when we were staying. It’s not walkable into the main town but is just a short drive.

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  ludvog

  HOUSTON, TEXAS · Family · Mar 2026

  10/10

  Great stay!

  We had a great stay at Arenal Volcano Inn. My family of 5 stayed in the Villa. It had lots of space (2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms), a full kitchen, a living room and a washer/dryer. The washer/dryer was very useful. The morning breakfast was fantastic, with a much broader selection than I was expecting. My kids really enjoyed playing in the pool. Though it was a small pool, it can in very handy for the kids to burn some energy in the late afternoon once activities were wrapped up for the day. Also, the property attracts lots (lots!) of unique birds. My wife and I really enjoyed watching the birds and other wildlife. They also have a lot of interesting plants on site. Prior to our trip, I joined a number of Costa Rica travel Facebook groups. This hotel was not mentioned anywhere near as much as the other hotels in La Fortuna, but it should definitely get more recognition. It is truly a hidden gem!

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  GeoPosi

  CLEVELAND, OHIO · Couples · Feb 2026

  6/10

  Unique hotel at the base of Arenal

  Hotel is on a tropical hillside next to the volcano. Nothing nearby, have to taxi to town. Rooms vary, some hotel style, some standalone. Rooms are made of stone and mortar, which makes them cold and dark. The tin roofs are very loud in the rain. Rooms near the pool are not private and get lots of road noise. Services are limited to bar are restaurant. Good breakfast. Ok for an overnight trip to volcano, which by the way was underwhelming. Best local attraction are the hot springs resorts and natural pools (not at hotel).

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  L9713HTerikab

  Couples · Feb 2026

  10/10

  Perfect location, great breakfast!

  We stayed in the villa and it was perfect. Bed was comfy. Washer and dryer so we didn’t have to overpack and every other amenity we wanted. Pool was nice after a day of hiking. Great view of the volcano from the restaurant. Breakfast was delicious.

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  Michael3942

  SAN JOSE, SAN JOSE METRO, PROVINCE OF SAN JOSE · Couples · Nov 2025

  8/10

  An excellent choice in the Arenal area

  The Arenal Volcano Inn is located halfway between the town of La Fortuna and the hot springs of Tabacón. We were attracted by a "Yuplón" promotion which included breakfast and dinner. The hotel was an excellent value. It features spacious rooms and well-maintained grounds and gardens with fruit trees and songbirds. There was a lookout tower behind our room. The restaurant food was fine though nothing special. Thew weather was rainy- hardly the hotel's fault. Service was attentive- the staff came to replace the TV's cable box which wasn't working. Noise level was acceptable except for moments when some heavy trucks struggled to climb the slope of the adjacent highway.