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Our top choices for Arenal hostels

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Casa Madonna Hotel

Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms ! Good breakfast ! Friendly staff (gracias a Leidi)"
United States
Daniel
The price is CA $57
CA $64 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Casa Madonna Hotel
Meeting facility

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Amazing for solo travelers highly recommend! "
Canada
Nicolas
The price is CA $55
CA $62 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Rainbow Bass Villa

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was absolutely gorgeous! Brand new and beautiful "
United States
rianne
The price is CA $619
CA $699 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is CA $55
CA $62 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Poshtel Arenal
Junior Studio

Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is CA $26
CA $29 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Hostel Cattleya
Triple Room, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Excellent location and breakfast "
United States
Tara
The price is CA $73
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Best location in town. Very clean and a friendly staff "
United States
Gary
The price is CA $47
CA $53 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
Living area

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is CA $45
CA $51 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
Family Room | Terrace/patio

Manakin Lodge

Manakin Lodge
2.0 star property
Monteverde
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Kitchen and dining area was great. "
United States
Sophia
The price is CA $37
CA $41 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Manakin Lodge
Restaurant

Arenal Hostel Resort

Arenal Hostel Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (21 reviews)
"Amazing downtown location "
United States
Jeff
The price is CA $99
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Arenal Hostel Resort
Arcade

Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
United States
Reyes
The price is CA $42
CA $48 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Río Danta Hostel
Interior

Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde Monkey Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is CA $43
CA $49 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Monteverde Monkey Hostel
Front of property

Ceiba Eco Hostel

Ceiba Eco Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Breakfast was included in our booking. The 1st day we had to wait almost an hour for someone to make breakfast. Day #2 get got a cold sandwich w cheese and ham. We stayed in a private room on the first floor. The room was near the lobby/entrance and kitchen. It was a bit noisy at times. Overall location was nice. Close to stores within walking distance "
United States
Lissett
The price is CA $66
CA $75 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Ceiba Eco Hostel
55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, books

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Arenal Backpackers Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.0 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Canada
angie
The price is CA $30
CA $34 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Arenal Backpackers Resort
4 bedrooms, bed sheets

Hostel A lo Tico

Hostel A lo Tico
Monte Verde
The price is CA $32
CA $62 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Hostel A lo Tico
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Top Arenal Hotel Reviews

Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect"
Nazareth 2-night trip
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Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

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Arenal Hostels information

Number of reviews
254
Accommodation
39 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $29
Highest Price
CA $699

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Arenal?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our guests: La Mansion Inn Arenal - 5.6 mi (9 km) from the heart of Arenal. Property features at this hotel include free parking and tour assistance.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Arenal?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 74°F. The rainiest months in Arenal are July, October, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 16 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Arenal?
Overall, Arenal is known for its ziplining, rainforest, and hot springs. Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano, and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Get out into nature with places like Lake Arenal, Tenorio Volcano National Park, and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Additional attractions include Tabacon Hot Springs, Rio Celeste Waterfall, and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.
What's the best way to get to and around Arenal while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Arenal in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 18.3 mi (29.4 km) away from the city center.