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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

22 km Oeste de la Fortuna de San Carlos(1.7 km del Volcán Arenal)See map

US$ 118.95per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 28 Oct

Top reasons for booking
Great view
Most user reviews comment positively on the view from their room
Popular facilities
Bar
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Spa
Luggage storage
Free parking
4.8/5Fantastic 1K+ reviews
Exploring the area
La Fortuna Arenal Airport, 14.9km, About 17 mins from hotel by car
Arenal Volcano National Park, 1.3km, About 21 mins from hotel by foot
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Reviews

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4.8/5.0

Fantastic

1K+ reviews
Location
5.0
Services offered
4.8
Cleanliness
4.8
Atmosphere & facilities
4.7
All
4.5+
3.0+
Jason
Reviewed: 30 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
The hotel was fantastic. Spotlessly clean. The free wildlife tour was excellent and we were lucky to see Armadillos. The pool and jacuzzi were lovely too. Would definitely recommend.
Aníbal
Reviewed: 26 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

El lugar donde está el hotel
Mark A
Reviewed: 22 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

We love wildlife. This place made seeing it and experiencing it a truly amazing place. The breakfast was also quite nice and our room was also very good. We may well come back. We were here for three days and between the amazing sights on the lodge grounds and three places we explored closer to town (La Fortuna), we could see staying more like a week. A true treasure.
Philip
Reviewed: 20 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

Great place just rains too much!
Sarah
Reviewed: 19 Jul 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with kids

Absolutely loved our stay here. A once in a lifetime place to visit. My kids were amazed as it literally looks like you are driving into Jurassic park. Our room was beautiful with a full open view of the volcano and just gle. We woke up to monkeys in the trees, saw probably 100 species of different rainforest moths. Clean and comfortable room. My only issue was that we had several venomous wandering spiders in our hotel room which was quite scary with 2 young children with us. I understand the lodge is very deep in the jungle, but perhaps the lodge could inspect the cabins for good sealing. There are many venomous snakes near the walkways as well. Incredible experience, I would hesitate to go with young children due to the amount of venomous critters. But with older kids and adults it's a once in a lifetime experience.
Christy
Reviewed: 19 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with friends

Our family of four had an amazing time at the observatory despite not being able to view the volcano. The dinner at the restaurant was amazing and the complimentary breakfast was outstanding. Edward, our guide for the nature tour was excellent. It was raining very hard during our tour but he took his time attempting to find monkeys for us and was successful! We saw both howler and spider monkeys on the walk. My family had a lake view room. We were further away from the restaurant and reception. My only suggestion would be to have umbrellas for the guests or a shuttle available when it is raining heavily.
Megan
Reviewed: 17 Jul 2026

3.0/5.0

Good
Far from everything and only 1 restaurant with mediocre food that was ridiculously expensive
ashley
Reviewed: 16 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with kids

Stunning property! Exactly what we were looking for. Plenty of hiking on property to do. They offer guided nature tours. Our guide was wonderful and pointed out many animals we would never have found on our own. We also had a delicious dinner on site. The only issue is the road to get to the hotel. Tons of pot holes and difficult to travel. I felt bad for our Ubers who brought us to and from town, which was about 30min drive. Otherwise, it was an amazing stay!
Jennifer
Reviewed: 15 Jul 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

Staff are helpful and the location, view, and hiking opportunities are probably the best in the area. Perfect view of the volcano and easy hikes to waterfalls and jungle trek. Staff are lovely and very helpful.
Amy
Reviewed: 11 Jul 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with family

Incredible place with views of the volcano and Lake Arenal, good hiking trails, nice restaurant with excellent service and food, and great amenities and services.

Overview

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Rooms:48
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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 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Butterfly Conservatory and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.

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 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Butterfly Conservatory and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.

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Exploring the area

Transport

La Fortuna Arenal Airport

Airports
14.9km

Attractions

Arenal Volcano National Park

1.3km
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Bar
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Spa
Luggage storage
Free parking
General
Buggy service (additional charge)
Non-smoking throughout
Fireplace
Gift shop
No elevator
Accessibility
Airport transportation(additional charge)
Garden
Safety & security
Safety deposit box
Business facilities
Meeting facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Front desk (limited service hours)
Tourist info desk
Health & fitness
Kids swimming pool
Outdoor Swimming pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible airport shuttle
Wheelchair accessible parking
Food & drink
Free breakfast
Activities
Library
Games
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 15:00 - Before 22:00

Latest check-out time:Before 12:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other fees

Airport shuttle fee: USD 225 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Food & drinks

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.

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