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24 km Oeste de la fortuna de San Carlos, El Castillo de La Fortuna, 21007 (show map)
Lodges Overview
Formerly Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa
Before March 2023 Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails was known as Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa
Before June 2019 Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails was known as Arenal Observatory Lodge
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Facilities of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
General
Free parking, Parking, Private parking
Activities
Canoeing, Cycling, Fishing, Hiking, Horse riding, Table tennis
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
Bar, Packed lunches, Restaurant
Pools and wellness
Hot tub, Massage, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Spa and wellness centre
Transportation
Airport shuttle, Airport shuttle (surcharge), Car hire, Shuttle service (surcharge)
Front-desk/reception area services
Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Tour desk
Common areas
Games room, Garden, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Entertainment and children services
Children's playground
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry
Miscellaneous
Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Alarm clock, Balcony, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, Clothes rack, Desk, Dressing Room, Entire unit located on ground floor, Fan, Free toiletries, Garden view, Hairdryer, Interconnected room(s) available, Lake view, Laptop safe, Mountain view, Patio, Private entrance, Safety Deposit Box, Shared Bathroom, Shared Toilet, Shower, Tea/Coffee Maker, Terrace, Tile/Marble floor, Toilet, Towels, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, View, Wardrobe/Closet
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 15:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 12:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that the road to reach this lodge is not in optimal conditions. Some guests may prefer to rent a 4x4 vehicle to reach the property.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Traveller reviews
Emma “Very good”
11 Jan 2025
Nice rooms and very nice park with so many birds around. Loved to get so close to the volcano
Kathrin “the costs are too high for what they offer”
05 Jan 2025
Unfortunately the weather was bad, but for this you cant blame anyone. The Hotel itself, and the rooms are very good. The staff is nice. The tours they offer are too expensive from my point of view, but still they offer a lot.
Rachael “Feels like a youth hostel, very overpriced restaurant but hotel sits in lovely parklands ideal for running, walking etc”
05 Jan 2025
The parklands and running trails. The views would be superb if weather was clear but couldn’t see volcano or the lake as weather so wet and foggy. This is quite typical I believe.
Daniel “Superb”
02 Jan 2025
An unrelievable location and an amazing place to immerse with nature and still have the comfort of a lodge! Our second vistit. Arenal is probably one of the best birding areas of the entire world.
Mariana “Amazing!!!!”
01 Jan 2025
The views were fantastic, Arenal volcano is intimidating ( as it is very close to the resort) but mesmerising. The bird life is abundant and the Coatis walk around ignoring people just doing their own things (which is as it should be) The breakfast was fantastic. The road to the resort is a dirt road and could be rough. there are no lights at night ,hence be careful when venturing out at night.However if you have a good car and consider the road conditions it can be easily done with an SUV or a constant 4WD. I will recommend a big car but not necessarily 4x4. As the resort is very isolated the only place to have dinner is the restaurant which was expensive. However with a good car you can venture into the small local towns an have a multitude of choices.( alway ask the staff about eating choices you will get good information from them ).Hence that is one of the reasons I will recommend an SUV. As the resort is so vast you could stay there without going anywhere else and honestly say you know Cost Rica. The waterfall within the property was breathtaking, you get to it via a beautiful walk via the forest. There are 2 suspending bridges, lots of well marked walks and the births are. amazing.
Fredrik “Our teen aughter rated it one of the highlights of CR”
24 Dec 2024
If you enjoy nature, this is the place to stay in the area.
Claudia “Beautiful property / trails, but really let down by the expensive / poor quality food”
21 Dec 2024
Beautiful location with well maintained trails through the property, and the reception staff were super helpful.
Claire “Incredible place for birdwatching, nature walks and learning about the history of Arenal Volcano”
20 Dec 2024
There is so much history attached to the Observation Lodge that it makes for a fascinating place to stay. It's the first and only hotel located within the national park due to it being an observation location for volcanologists, so the trails, wildlife and landscaping around the hotel is incredible. There are endless walking routes with tropical birds, hanging bridges, waterfalls and crossfit challenges waiting to be found. There's an onsite spa, pool, restaurant, bar, museum and shop, and reception offers additional information around tours and practical things like laundry services. The hotel offers a complimentary nature walk, plus a tractor ride around the grounds to get the most from your stay plus paid for activities such as a night walk. The room includes complimentary breakfast each morning overlooking the Arenal lake and volcano - I'll never get bored of that view! So many birdwatchers come to the hotel, as the grounds attract over 500 species of bird.
Josefina “Beautiful location, charming place.”
18 Dec 2024
Beautiful location in the national park, nice little hikes on the property. The buildings were charming, old-school but in prime condition, awesome retro feel. Very flexible service, everything could be arranged.
Jessica “Gorgeous hotel”
02 Dec 2024
We loved Arenal. We saw so much just walking around at the hotel. We’d stay here again in a shot.
Hotels Nearby
Arenal Garden Lodge
Distance : 3.1 KM
Arenal Jungla Lodge
Distance : 4.28 KM
Nepenthe B&B
Distance : 4.29 KM
Hotel Lomas del Volcan
Distance : 4.71 KM
Chateau Arenal Hotel & Restaurante
Distance : 4.73 KM
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis
Distance : 4.74 KM
Arenal Rústic Lodge
Distance : 4.77 KM
Los Tucanes Lodging
Distance : 4.79 KM
