Title: Arenal Rustic Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Arenal Rustic Lodge Lodge in Peñas Blancas with free parking ## Photo gallery for Arenal Rustic Lodge ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, bed sheets - Arenal Rustic Lodge (Peñas Blancas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46410000/46407800/46407720/98f08cbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Tree House - Arenal Rustic Lodge (Peñas Blancas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46410000/46407800/46407720/b143f4b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Arenal Rustic Lodge (Peñas Blancas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46410000/46407800/46407720/4ae18c7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio Suite | Terrace/patio - Arenal Rustic Lodge (Peñas Blancas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46410000/46407800/46407720/31712063.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, blackout drapes, bed sheets - Arenal Rustic Lodge (Peñas Blancas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46410000/46407800/46407720/095cfc12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Baldi Hot Springs, Arenal Rustic Lodge has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 2 - Jan. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=46407720&PinnedHotelID=46407720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=46407720&PinnedHotelID=46407720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 3 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=46407720&PinnedHotelID=46407720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=46407720&PinnedHotelID=46407720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=46407720&PinnedHotelID=46407720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=46407720&PinnedHotelID=46407720&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - 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Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) Room features All guestrooms at Arenal Rustic Lodge have amenities such as minibars. 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Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 85 reviews CA $124 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Jan 5 - Jan 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=1605277&PinnedHotelID=1605277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: CRC 4,000 for adults and CRC 4,000 for children ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Outdoors - In the mountains ### Spa - Spa services ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Minibar ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CRC 4000 for adults and CRC 4000 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property only accepts cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 21007 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as La Fortuna Gardens Lodge Arenal Rustic Lodge Lodge Arenal Rustic Lodge Peñas Blancas Arenal Rustic Lodge Lodge Peñas Blancas ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arenal Rustic Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Arenal Rustic Lodge? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Arenal Rustic Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Arenal Rustic Lodge? ### Where is Arenal Rustic Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Arenal Rustic Lodge Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Laurene Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay The hostess here was very friendly and helpful. I took their night walk and enjoyed a new experience. ##### Laurene Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brigid Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A nice property with friendly family running it. They were accommodating with booking excursions for us. Had a nice experience in their treehouse option. Liked that location is outside La Fortuna town (quiet) but close enough to get to activities and dining. Nice panaderia down the road. ##### Brigid Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Glen Feb 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good stay in rustic lodge We enjoyed our stay. Bed was very comfortable, the lodge was very private and definitely "in" nature. ##### Glen Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The treehouse was definitely worth the stay. Even though it had no AC, it wasn't needed. The temps in the forest were perfect even at night. The sounds of the forest were amazing to fall asleep too. Woken to the sounds of toucans more than once. I would recommend having a car if staying here. Having a vehicle allowed us the freedom to come and go as needed. Overall, this was a great place to stay! ##### Chad Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hosein Aug 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities If you want a quite and peaceful stay in la fortuna this is a very good place. I stayed in the tree house and it was nothing short of amazing. Plenty of privacy and a very unique experience ##### Hosein Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mansoor Mar 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I am staying in 4 different places and so far all of them are good ##### Mansoor Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Feb 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We were able to view monkeys right from the deck . Best pasta Bolognese ever !!! They only offered dinner on the weekends when we stayed there Excellent Italian chef ##### William Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffroy Mar 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wow what a beautiful place. The owner’s are incredibly friendly. They help us when we had a problem with our rental car. ##### Geoffroy ### 10/10 Excellent #### brynda Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Absolutely fantastic! A little further from the city but only a $6 Uber drive to downtown. Well worth to stay away from the crowed and tucked in with nature. Get the tree house, is worth the extra few dollars. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3BF01014E197B1D5095A7E374B98BC9CEDACE5491723600844392.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### brynda Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Austin Jan 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property is very beautiful and the family is very friendly! The rooms are rustic and immersive. Make sure to call ahead of check in for the parking/check in instructions. Lots of wildlife sounds - We saw a toucan in the trees outside our room. ##### Austin ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy Oct 7, 2023 Beautiful cabin. Very clean. Has AC. Awesome view of the jungle. The only reason why i gave it a 4 star is because of the bedding. The bed was not very comfortable. The pillows and sheets were hard. The bed also only had a thin blanket as a cover. You need to bring your own shampoo and conditioner. ##### Wendy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Barbara Feb 7, 2023 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The lodge itself is located in a gorgeous garden with lots of birds to be seen. Best if you have a car as the location is a hike from Fortuna. We weren't impressed to be without water for 24hrs due to area works and without hot water for the whole stay. The attitude of the staff who were otherwise friendly, did also not scream they recognised this as a sizable problem. On balance, we felt the lodge pricing was quite high all this considered. ##### Barbara Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Preeti Dec 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Beautiful settings/cabin, loud metal roof in rain Beautiful property in a large forest land. We did self tour of the property during the day andbit was nice. Separate, spread out log cabins. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. We saw a variety of birds hang out by the breakfast area. Three tucans flew by to hang out at a tree top. Issues: 1\. the cabins have metal roof for the property that is in the rain forest. I could not sleep most of the nights becaise of the loud sound of rain all night long. 2\. There wasn't enough doormat or provision to clean muddy shoes/feet prior to entering the cabin. The door mat was so small that it got dirty and unusable right away. It was a messy situation inside the cabin. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BA78C92B7EDA0387F40BFA2A6E1E3BEE4DC2581D1735683318773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5B085C95C6B57FA8EA3B1ED3BAD13A3D35B7D4641735683313712.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/699495D836FE0F998A2B5C13D3C93BF076F191031735683317565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Preeti Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie Feb 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property was amazing once we found it. It is very hard to find as it is in a neighborhood behind houses, but don't let that discourage you. Im telling you how to get there so you can experience the magic. There is a small grass driveway between houses that leads into the jungle. There is a small wooden sign about knee height that marks the entrance on the right side of the driveway. We spent the night in a gorgeous treehouse with all the modern amentities and a great bed. The sounds of the jungle surrounded you with frogs, flowers, wildlife and rain and so much more. The staff were extremely accomodating and friendly they even come out to the street to help us find the place. Please note that the phone number on expedia for them is wrong, their real phone number can be found on google if you look up the property name. I hope you enjoy this place as much as we did. ##### Natalie ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fernando Apr 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great way to start our vacation! We started our family Costa Rica trip in La Fortuna and decided to stay at Arenal Rustic Lodge. It was a perfect way to start the trip. The lodge is around 15 minutes from town. The family hosts were amazing and incredibly helpful. They offered great advice and were very accommodating. They let my daughters (age 11 and 13) feed the family's horse and they even took us on a hike of a local trail they are starting to develop. We stayed in cabin #5\. It had plenty of room for our family of 4\. There was a small fridge and fan along with a coffee maker. It was basic but had all we needed. The balcony was a perfect hangout spot to play games and listen to music. A table on the balcony would have been nice along with a few more chairs but we made due. We stayed for 3 nights in April of 2023\. We booked all of our tours ahead of time, but the family that runs the lodge was helping other guests with bookings. The lodge is centrally located. Our furthest drive was 30 min to explore hanging bridges. Most activities were within a 15 min drive. The daily "Gallo Pinto" breakfast was a perfect way to start the day. We were able to select our breakfast time every morning which really helped with our daily tours. Our family really enjoyed our stay and would recommend the lodge to other families or couples traveling to La Fortuna. ![The family horse](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/44AF2C95F91BA687B17CEAA8B636F5E00F155F3C1681667400529.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Our balcony](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/60A4FDB73BBABBA685E74A7514431A53D5B9928E1681667391765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Fernando Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Helen May 23, 2023 Disliked: Staff & service #### AVOID AVOID AVOID. My husband and I, while on our honeymoon, booked a few nights at Arenal Rustic Lodge. According to their website, their reception desk is open starting at 8am. Imagine our surprise when we pull into the property at 12pm and see absolutely no one there. We looked around, asked the people nearby if they knew anyone who worked at the hotel, and came up empty. We called their number SEVERAL TIMES, only to be sent right to voicemail. I left a message with my contact info and never heard back. (In fact, we only heard from the hotel once I submitted a complaint with Hotels.com.) We had a tour planned that afternoon, and we were due to be picked up at the Arenal Rustic Lodge within the hour of our arrival. Since there was no one there, we had no where to leave our rental car and luggage, so we were forced to find another place to stay. I’m writing this review on as many platforms as possible so people can avoid the awful experience we had. It nearly derailed our honeymoon. Please don’t be charmed by the idea of staying in a “treehouse” unless you want to potentially be stranded. Costa Rica has been lovely so far, and the people are kind, but this experience with Arenal Rustic Lodge was terrible. ##### Helen Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ERICK Emmanuel Nov 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hermoso lugar para relajarte siempre te atienden con una amabilidad extraordinaria sobre todo nuestro nuevo amigo tiler fue muy atento con nosostros y los desayunos muy agradables se puede ver un montón la naturaleza y animales desde el comedor definitivamente regresaremos ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9cd8c239-8f56-4d64-96cd-d46711389158-1764529187306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b476e01f-f119-4084-8906-c238792aef5b-1764529204741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/575f4c0a-238d-40ea-8bf2-08c677f04dfa-1764529206720.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### ERICK Emmanuel Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jannica Mar 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Mysigt boende o nära till naturen/regnskog. Stuga 6 / från vår altan såg vi teacons. De har även trädkoja/hängande stuga på pålar. Obs - ligger off från centrum La Fortuna men går att ta taxi. ##### Jannica Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Hosni Mar 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pura Vida Cómo su nombre lo dice son Cabañas rústicas equipadas con lo necesario para una estancia cómoda. Me encantó el entorno rural las cabañas dentro de una pequeña parcela de bosque natural. El sonido de las aves locales y ríos. En general se descansa Bien y la atención del personal y y propietarios es más que excelente. Muy amables. ##### Hosni Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Feb 9, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Boendet saknade myggnät för fönsterluckorna (inga fönsterglas fanns) och när vi frågade om myggnät fanns möttes vi av en ganska dålig attityd. Sängen bäddades inte och golvet var ganska smutsigt. Inga hängare eller platser att lägga saker förutom golvet fanns. Inte ens på toaletten fanns plats att hänga upp handduk. Man stängde av vattnet och kunde inte säga när det skulle komma tillbaka. Detta hade varit ok men vi fick inget extra vatten att kunna spola med till exempel och ingen annan plats att gå på toaletten. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie Feb 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Ein toller Ort mit sehr netten und herzlichen Besitzern. Wir hatten ursprünglich 2 Nächte in der Ferienhütte gebucht, da das Baumhaus bereits ausgebucht war. Die Ferienhütte war sehr gross und es gab einen kleinen Kühschrank im Zimmer. Auf der Terrasse gab es zwei Schaukelstühle und eine tolle Aussicht. Als wir dem Besitzer (Juvenal) beim Frühstück erzählten, dass wir gerne das Baumhaus gehabt hätten, machte er uns darauf aufmerksam, dass sie noch ein zweites hätten. Nach der Besichtigung entschieden wir uns, noch eine Nacht länger zu bleiben. Wir konnten ohne Aufpreis bereits die 2\. Nacht im Baumhaus verbringen mit einer wunderschönen Aussicht in den Wald. Obwohl der Preis für das Baumhaus teurer war, mussten wir für die bereits gebuchte 2\. Nacht keinen Aufpreis zahlen. Es ist aber zu erwähnen, dass das Zimmer wesentlich kleiner ist. Juvenal gab uns zudem auch super Tipps gür Restaurants und buchte für uns eine Kaffee-/ Schockoladen- und Rohrzucker-Tour. Allgemein ist es von Vorteil, wenn man ein Auto hat, da der Weg ins Zetrum zu Fuss etwas dauern würde. Allgemein waren wir sehr zufrieden und würden wieder dort hin. ##### Stefanie Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oriane Apr 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Très bon hôtel Super séjour en plein milieu de la nature costaricienne. Bani et Juvenil ont été très accueillants et de bons conseils concernant les activités à faire à la Fortuna. Chambre très propre dans les arbres avec néanmoins un wifi un peu faible. Nous recommandons cet hôtel pour les amoureux de la nature. ##### Oriane Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ruhig und naturnah, sehr empfehlenswert Es war eine unglaublich schöne Erfahrung bei Arenal Rustic Lodge zu bleiben. Die Hütten sind in perfekter Harmonie mit der Natur gebaut; Man hat alles was man braucht, alles ist sauber und es gibt sogar eine neu gebaute Hütte am Baum wo wir sicherlich beim nächsten Besuch bleiben werden. Das gesamte Areal ist sehr gut gepflegt und sauber, eine bunte Blumenlandschaft, Kolibris fliegen am Balkon und die Familie besitzt schöne Pferde. Frühstück schmeckt sehr gut und wir durften sogar leckeres lokales Mittagessen probieren. Das Beste kommt zum Schluss: Juvenal und seine Familie waren sehr gute Gastgeber, immer hilfsbereit, sehr angenehm und nett. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Mar 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property is in the forest, the he cabin is private and very well maintained. The staff is engaging as needed, helpful and friendly. We enjoyed staying here and will book again when in La Fortuna. ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dino Feb 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comme une famille... Uvenal et vanessa ont été de super hôte...tres aimable et serviable....tres bon service pour le dejener et les excurssions...uvenal nous a donner un super service de navette pour le centre(sans nous charger presque rien)...les chambres etais parfaites avec le sentiment d'etre dans la jungle.... ##### Dino Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coast Beachfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-The-Coast-Beachfront-Hotel.h18530265.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Guanacaste-Resort-And-Spa.h2190860.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport ](https://www.expedia.ca/Liberia-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Liberia-Airport.h2211738.Hotel-Information) > > [El Silencio Lodge and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Toro-Amarillo-Hotels-El-Silencio-Lodge-And-Spa.h3940524.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Monte Real](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Monte-Real.h10203312.Hotel-Information) > > [Socialtel La Fortuna](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Selina-La-Fortuna.h19237432.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Hotel-Tamarindo-Diria-Beach-Resort.h1108151.Hotel-Information) > > [Lost Iguana Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Lost-Iguana-Resort-And-Spa.h1174121.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Linda Vista](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Linda-Vista.h7064176.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue River Resort & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Guayabo-Hotels-Blue-River-Resort-Hot-Springs.h3969358.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Las Colinas](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Las-Colinas.h4223949.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Secreto La Fortuna](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Secreto-La-Fortuna.h12860234.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Wyndham-Tamarindo.h10356916.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Hotels-Villas-Playa-Samara-Beach-Front-Resort.h888268.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Volcan Verde](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-History-Inn.h17866818.Hotel-Information) > > [Hideaway Rio Celeste](https://www.expedia.ca/Katira-Hotels-Hotel-Rio-Celeste-Hideaway.h3858533.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Observatory-Lodge-Spa.h11820519.Hotel-Information) > > [Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Chachagua-Rainforest-Hotel-Hot-Springs.h15784289.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Casa-Del-Rio.h27603041.Hotel-Information) > > [Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-Bodhi-Tree-Yoga-Resort.h10650362.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Montechiari Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Montechiari-Hotel.h6986430.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Magic-Mountain-SPA-Conference-Center.h1636277.Hotel-Information) > > [Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Hotels-Azura-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h20586535.Hotel-Information) > > [Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River](https://www.expedia.ca/Fortuna-Hotels-Rio-Perdido-Hotel-Thermal-River.h6371123.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Best-Western-Jaco-Beach-All-Inclusive-Resort.h54703.Hotel-Information) > > [The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Atenas-Hotels-The-Retreat-Costa-Rica-Wellness-Resort-Spa.h10447279.Hotel-Information) > > [Eco Arenal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Eco-Arenal-Hotel.h5964265.Hotel-Information) > > [Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Jardin-Del-Eden-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h2818928.Hotel-Information)