Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Lodge
7Km Sureste del Parque Nacional Volcan Arenal, Provincia de, La Fortuna, Alajuela 21007, Costa Rica
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Ideal location
Excellent service
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse Riding
Hiking
Spa
Massage Room
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
Luggage Storage
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Property Description
Located in La Fortuna, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Costa Rica Sky Adventures. This family-friendly lodge is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Butterfly Conservatory and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.
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9.3/10
Cleanliness9.3
Amenities9.3
Location9.3
Service9.3
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Surroundings
Airport: Fortuna Airport
(30.8 km)
Landmarks: Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
(<100m)
Landmarks: The Nest Tower
(140m)
Landmarks: Catarata Danta
(750m)
Landmarks: old lava 1992 tucanes trails
(760m)
Landmarks: Ecoglide Arenal Park
(2.0 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
6
House Economy-Shared Bathroom-Private Room
1 bedroom: 1 queen bed | 1 living room
Has window
Non-smoking
Electric fan
Lake view
Towels
Balcony
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11
Phil's Villa + Waterfall
3 bedrooms: 3 queen beds | 1 living room
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Mountain view
Towels
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19
White Hawk Villa
2 bedrooms: 4 single beds and 2 king beds | 1 living room
Has window
Non-smoking
Electric fan
Mountain view
Towels
Balcony
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9
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
3 bedrooms: 2 queen beds
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
Garden view
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14
Superior Room with Mountain View
3 bedrooms: 2 double beds
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Mountain view
Towels
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Guest Reviews
9.3/10
Great
102 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.3
- Amenities9.3
- Location9.3
- Service9.3
Average for similar properties in La Fortuna
Guest User
February 11, 2025
The room is great. The location is very great. Lot of birds for photography. The trails are fabulous.
Guest User
August 3, 2024
We loved it so much for its location at the foot of the Arenal Volcano, its views, and for its services, its people and the comfort of the hotel!!
WE WOULD RETURN!! There are animals, hikes, waterfalls, a hanging bridge, an observatory to climb as a lookout!!
We would not have left.!!
The food and breakfast were excellent!!
There we also saw the colorful frog that is so famous in Costa Rica!!
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Verified traveler
May 24, 2025
Great place to stay while visiting Arenal Volcano
We enjoyed the scenery, breakfast, free guided tour, and the trails around the property. The setting was very beautiful. We had a great time there, and will highly recommend it for visiting Arenal Volcano area.
Zoey
May 23, 2025
Beautiful property with great hiking/walking paths and lovely restaurant on site. Shared accommodations totally met our needs and was very comfortable. Very friendly, helpful staff.
June
May 14, 2025
Beautiful scenery. Comfortable room with a view to observe wildlife! Food at restaurant was ok not that great seeing that it’s the only place to eat . Ground were beautiful and staff very friendly and informative . Guided nature hikes were great!
Andrew
May 4, 2025
I stayed at this facility primarily for access to birding opportunities. The trails are in excellent condition and easy to walk if you’re in decent shape. I did get some of my target birds, and did not run into many people at all on the trails. There is lots of good birding opportunities within a few short drives of this location too. Food was excellent and room very comfortable
Susan
April 28, 2025
Absolutely wonderful place to stay in the Arenal Volcano area. We were there for five nights and enjoyed seeing many species of birds both from their large observation deck and on the birding walk with Nestor and the Nature walks with Christian. The view of the volcano and lovely Arenal Lake is magnificent! Also saw several cute and friendly coatis and a spider monkey mama cuddling her baby up in the trees.
The staff, though, is the BEST part of staying here! They are all friendly, attentive and accommodating to your wishes or needs. Can't say enough good things about this aspect of the hotel! Muchas gracias por la Pura Vida!!!
Richard
April 28, 2025
The property has an excellent location. The restaurant is also really good. Our first room a short drive away had a very nice balcony. We upgraded to the volcano view room on the 2nd night but the room we were given was different from the photos, very small and not large enough for 3 people. The front desk agreed to move us and after some discussion it was resolved.
Maureen
April 25, 2025
Well recomended
Wonderful area, good bird watching with feeders. The trails are challenging and very steep.
Breakfast was great, and room was excellent with a terrace.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Horse Riding
Hiking
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Luggage Storage
Bar
Table Tennis Room
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Car Rental
Children's Pool
Children's Playground
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Bar
Restaurant
Children's Playground
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Car Rental
Shuttle Bus Service
Additional charge
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Tour/Ticket Service
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Food & Drink
Bar
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Smoking Area
Health & Wellness
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Table Tennis Room
Kayaking
Off-site
Ziplining
Off-site
Body Care
Hiking
Horse Riding
Activities
Table Football
Game Room
Fishing
Eco Tours
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Children's Playground
Children's Meals Available
Children's Pool
Accessibility
Pool Ramp Available
Safety & Security
First-Aid Kit
Security Alarm
Smoke Detector
Fire Extinguisher
CCTV In Public Areas
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:00–12:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–22:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1992
- Number of Rooms: 42
Phone:+506-22907011
Located in La Fortuna, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Costa Rica Sky Adventures. This family-friendly lodge is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Butterfly Conservatory and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this Colonial lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Jilguero serving guests of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. This lodge has 2 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this Colonial lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Jilguero serving guests of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. This lodge has 2 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?
The check-in time at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is 15:00-22:00 and the check-out time is 12:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?
What amenities and services does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have?
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails has the following amenities and services: Shuttle Bus Service.What amenities and services does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have?
Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have a swimming pool?
Yes, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails has a pool.Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have a swimming pool?
Are pets allowed at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails.Are pets allowed at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?
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Fortuna Airport is the closest airport to Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails, and it is about 45 mins from hotel by car (30.8 km).Which airport is closest to Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Fortuna Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 30.84KM |
| Average Price From | PLN1255 |
| Hotel Star Rating | 3 |