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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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$116
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rate per night

9.3
Excellent

based on 1,416 reviews

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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Mon 5/6

About Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

  • Lodge
    Enjoy the many amenities of a lodge in the great outdoors
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free

Providing an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa offers well-appointed rooms close to Arenal Volcano. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a kids pool.

Staying at the lodge is fun for the whole family, as kids will love the play area and adults can plan sightseeing trips with the help of the friendly staff at the lodge's tour desk. Airport transfers and a laundry service are available on request. A car rental desk, a games room and bicycle rental are also offered at the lodge.

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa features 48 rooms, each with a laptop safe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. They are also fitted with a hair dryer, a ceiling fan and a shower.

With its own restaurant serving international and local dishes, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa provides guests with all they require for an enjoyable evening within the lodge. Packed lunches can be prepared on request for those with day trips planned.

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa is an ideal base to explore nearby Tabacon and La Fortuna Waterfall, as well as everything the local area has to offer. It is also an easy drive from El Castillo and Chachagua.

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Latest deals for Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Sun 5/5
Mon 5/6
Double room
2 double beds
Queen room
4 queen beds
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2 queen beds
Superior room
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Standard room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

  • Lake view
  • Mountain view
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Game room
  • Pool table
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Foosball table
  • Horse riding
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Infinity pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Increased accessibility
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lake view
  • Mountain view
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Family friendly

  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Drying rack for clothing

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Reviews of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

9.3
WonderfulBased on 1,416 verified guest reviews
9.3Families
9.3Couples
9.3Friends
9.1Solo

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9.4 Wonderful
Pros:The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The grounds were amazing and we loved that we had access to the National Park trails. The Jacuzzi was a nice treat after a long day of hiking. The views were breath-taking! Access to other activities was relatively easy but the roads are not great. Town was about a 30 minute drive away. Nice breakfast buffet provided free of charge!
Cons:It would be nice to have screens on the front doors as well so you could have both the patio door (which had a screen) and front door open to allow a cross-breeze. The room became a bit stuffy and buggy during the day without this. Also it would be good if t pool was heated to allow swimming year round. The prices for food at the restaurant were expensive. The Happy Hour (2 for 1) would be better if they allowed for 2 different drinks vs. 2 of the same kind of drink. Finally a shuttle to town that ran even just 3 times a day would be a great perk!
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:We loved having so many hikes/walks to do right on the property and a very good restaurant as well. It was so nice having nature and animals outside our door each day. The staff was warm, welcoming, helpful and friendly. There were plenty of activities to do on the grounds for all ages: pool, foosball/game room, checkers, books, TVs in the main buildings and a hot tub.
Cons:Be aware that the Lodge is a 20-25 minute drive from La Fortuna up a somewhat rough dirt road. If you have your own vehicle it's easy to get to and from, but without a bit more challenging. There are taxis that cost $30 each way or a shuttle 3x/day from the lodge.
R
9.4 Wonderful
Cons:Prices or food were a bit expensive...we had a car so we drove to La Fortuna
C
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Location, views and surroundings were fabulous. Staff were ultra helpful.
Cons:It would have been helpful to have a small desk and chair in the room for using computer. Morning nature walk was a bit disappointing, as guide only occasionally stopped to point something out. Food was only fair.

Location

Exact location provided after booking

What's nearby

  • Mount Chato1.5 mi
  • Arenal Volcano National Park1.9 mi
  • La Fortuna Waterfall2.8 mi
  • Butterfly Conservatory3.1 mi
  • Ecoglide Arenal Park3.5 mi
  • Baldi Hot Springs3.8 mi
  • Ecotermales Fortuna3.8 mi
  • Tabacon Hot Springs4 mi
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs4 mi
  • Termales Los Laureles4.2 mi
  • Reno's International Mini Golf4.5 mi
  • Arenal Adventure World4.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Low season

May

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$132

Average price (weekend night)

$165
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 317% rise in price.
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Top tips for your stay at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails, plan to stay on a Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $735, while the most expensive was $735.
  • How long should you stay at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

  • Where is Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails located?

    Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is located at , 4.9 miles from the center of La Fortuna. Mount Chato is the closest landmark to Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails.

  • Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offer free parking?

    Yes, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers free parking.

  • How far is Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails from the airport?

    Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is 9.1 miles from La Fortuna. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is 45.6 miles from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • Does Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails have a pool?

    Yes, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails in La Fortuna and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.9

Distance to city center

4.9 mi

Nearest Airport

La Fortuna

Distance to airport

9.1 mi