[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Arenal Backpackers Resort Hostel in La Fortuna with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/8c5f971b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/fb2802d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/d2ed5573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/ee8ea71f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/a1436ddf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Arenal Backpackers Resort, nestled in the mountains, is ideal for relaxation and adventure. Guests cool off in the outdoor pool between excursions, enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, and get expert help planning local tours to explore the area. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Parking available - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast available - Pool - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 2 - Oct. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 3 - Oct. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=88498400&PinnedHotelID=88498400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![8 Bed Mixed Dorm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/4f0bf1bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Rainfall showerhead In-room safe Wardrobe or closet - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 8 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/8b3ae950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Deluxe Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/0b08754c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Tent ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains Fan Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88498400/88498400/ee8ea71f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Double Room ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Rainfall showerhead 10 bathrooms In-room safe - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Exclusive Tent ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains In-room safe Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### Grand Tent ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains Detached private bathroom In-room safe Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLa-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Backpackers-Resort.h88498400.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLa-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Backpackers-Resort.h88498400.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in La Fortuna, Arenal Backpackers Resort is in the mountains and near a boardwalk/promenade. While the natural beauty of La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Baldi Hot Springs. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World are also worth visiting. [Visit our La Fortuna travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna.dx6047145) [View more Hostels in La Fortuna](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hostels.d6047145-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.47003%2C-84.65002&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wAYgStb-j8dv-_t-ITmzKuJwGrQ=) La fortuna, 600 Metros Oeste del Parque Central, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007 ### What's nearby - Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.9 km - Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min drive - 3.5 km - Ecotermales Fortuna - 6 min drive - 5.3 km - Los Lagos Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 6.0 km - La Fortuna Waterfall - 10 min drive - 5.6 km ### Getting around - La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬4 min walk - ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk - ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk - ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬6 min walk - ‪La Street - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Arenal Backpackers Resort Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs Take advantage of a garden, an outdoor entertainment area, and a bar at Arenal Backpackers Resort. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and a restaurant are available to all guests. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and concierge services - A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises - Tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Private yards and wardrobes/closets ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71755600/71755563/9e5f73d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Sierra Arenal La Fortuna - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 25 reviews CA $105 CA $119 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=71755563&PinnedHotelID=71755563&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5964300/5964265/a52f0835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Arenal Hotel La Fortuna - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 136 reviews CA $112 CA $127 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5964265&PinnedHotelID=5964265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6580000/6574000/6573988/1481227d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Poshtel Arenal La Fortuna - 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Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=7064176&PinnedHotelID=7064176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Room, Mountain View | Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100643700/100643692/85b56b08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arenal Monara La Fortuna - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=100643692&PinnedHotelID=100643692&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per night) - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park - In the mountains - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in hallways - Handrails in stairways - Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of USD 30 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children - Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per night 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 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Arenal Backpackers La Fortuna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Arenal Backpackers Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–11:00 PM. ### Is Arenal Backpackers Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Arenal Backpackers Resort? > Self parking is available for USD 10 per night. ### What time is check-in at Arenal Backpackers Resort? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Arenal Backpackers Resort? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Arenal Backpackers Resort located? > Situated in a national park, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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