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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. The property is set 3.1 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, 14 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and 16 km from Sky Adventures Arenal. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, karaoke and room service. Beautiful, stunning, really amazing place in the heart of the jungle. We loved these casitas. My husband owns an construction company and he was really amazed by chic and smart construction and detailed facilities. Wood, stone, glass ... nature in the nature. Also the surroundings, pools, restaurants (food was really delicious, thanks all of the staff), meditation area, wow. This is hotel type "must to come back". I wish, I want and hope it will not rain because this was the only thing I would like to change during our stay to be able to walk in the hotel forest trails. But this is also Cost Rica - rain and forest. Thank you ♥

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9.8
Exceptional
168 reviews
Price from
US$741
per night

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa is located in Fortuna, 20 minutes’ drive from Arenal Volcano site. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

The bright rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen cable TV and air conditioning. The private bathrooms also come with a shower. You can enjoy the views of Arenal Volcano and the garden from all the accommodations. Extras include a terrace, a minibar and a coffee maker. The property is amazing and very well maintained.

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9.4
Superb
805 reviews
Price from
US$300
per night

Nayara Gardens is a luxury boutique hotel and spa set against the panoramic backdrop of the Arenal Volcano, surrounded by Costa Rican Rainforest. Private bungalows have a private terrace with a plunge pool. Excellent service , location, staff and food at their restaurants!

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9.7
Exceptional
275 reviews
Price from
US$413
per night

Located in a secluded rainforest, adjacent to the Tenorio Volcano National Park, Hideaway Rio Celeste Hotel offers luxurious bungalows with a plasma TV. Facilities include an outdoor pool.

The air-conditioned bungalows of Rio Celeste Hideaway are decorated with warm colours, parquet floors, and elegant wooden furniture. All bungalows have an iPod stand, free WiFi, and a private backyard with an outdoor shower. The location is amazing to experience all the natural beauty and wildlife Costa Rica has to offer. The grounds are impressive and the staff and service is impeccable. The staff make it special and the decor and amenities are wonderful. Quality food with a good menu. The trails off the resort make for a good walk and the national park is nearby.

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9.6
Exceptional
196 reviews
Price from
US$345.05
per night

Set within 17 km of Kalambu Hot Springs and 32 km of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Arenal Palms Hot Springs provides rooms in Chachagua. This 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from La Fortuna Waterfall. I liked the calm inside the hotel. The comfortable bed and clean, fresh sheets helped me rest easily every night.

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10
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
US$100.43
per night

Each luxurious suite here features a plunge pool fed by natural mineral hot springs and includes romantic contemporary décor. These large units also include a seating area, a flat-screen TV, the minibar is free, EXCEPT wine and liquor. Nayara Springs is truly exceptional. The property is stunning, with lush, well-maintained grounds that create a tranquil, luxurious atmosphere. The private hot spring pool in our room was absolutely amazing—a perfect way to unwind and indulge in complete relaxation. The staff were lovely, offering warm, attentive service that enhanced our stay. Every detail of the experience reflected true 5-star quality.

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9.8
Exceptional
88 reviews
Price from
US$700
per night

Situated in Fortuna, 3.7 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Iris Arenal features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property is set 2.9 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, 18 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and 19 km from Sky Adventures Arenal. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel.

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8.5
Very good
143 reviews
Price from
US$74.15
per night

Located in Fortuna, 2.9 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Cabañas SyC provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, room service and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.6 km from Kalambu Hot Springs. Property was quiet and clean. The pool was a great way to cool off and we loved using the outdoor kitchen space. Staff was very friendly and the dogs were very cute

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8.9
Fabulous
257 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Just 2.5 km from the Arenal Volcano, the Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa offers 25 thermal pools, waterslides, landscaped gardens, air-conditioned suites, and parking.

The stylish suites at the Baldi Hot Springs Hotel feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV, a coffee maker and minibar. The en suite bathrooms come with free toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. From check-in to check-out, the staff was friendly and had a passion for service. A massage at the Spa is a must. All areas and pools are very clean and well maintained.

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8.3
Very good
318 reviews
Price from
US$308
per night

Offering an on-site hot spring bath, a swimming pool, stunning Arenal Volcano views and free Wi-Fi throughout, the Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa is located 10 minutes’ from the Arenal Lake.

The suites feature rustic décor, a hot tub, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and a balcony with Arenal Volcano views. The bathrooms come with shower and free toiletries. Really nice hotel with a superb view of the volcano

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8.9
Fabulous
274 reviews
Price from
US$309
per night

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