The 10 best Hostels hotel in La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica

May 13, 2023 Emerita Lamoureux

La Fortuna de San Carlos is at the center of an array of geological wonder. The nearby Arenal is Costa Rica's most active volcano, routinely bursting with lava and ash, and the Catarata de La Fortuna is a waterfall pouring from a seventy-meter cliff. The Tabacon Hot Springs are a relaxing intermission in the midst of the various spectacles, and the Leaves and Lizards Arenal Volcano Cabin Retreat is a blissful end to any day's excursion.
Restaurants in La Fortuna de San Carlos

1. Selina La Fortuna

325th Avenue 75 Meters East Of The Bus Terminal, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
84%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1003 reviews

Selina La Fortuna

Selina La Fortuna is located in the center of town and is the perfect starting point for all your adventures. Stay in our private rooms, suites, and more. Here you will feel at home, while meeting travellers from all around for the same great experience. Join us at night for a bonfire under the stars near the Teepee area where you will get the real Selina experience, meet other guests and share stories.

Didn’t realize it was a hostel! Not a fan

Reviewed By fratacci

Amazing place if you don’t plan to sleep lol! Booked a private room for 4 for our family and I didn’t like it whatsoever : no privacy as it was on thé way across from the communal kitchen and absolutely NOT quiet with people yapping super early am up to late night in that open kitchen. This explains why they gave us so many earplugs smh! Then thé bar played loud music with deep bass until past 11pm. There were 4 bunk beds -that looked like concentration camp ones- and a full bed. Anyhow it’s great for single young travelers that travel alone and can sleep for cheap in any condition. That’s not me lol!

2. Arenal Backpackers Resort

Meters West Of Central Park, Main Street Arenal Volcano 350, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
37%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
10%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 791 reviews

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Dissapointing (avoid cylinders!)

Reviewed By JamesHibble

DON'T BOOK CYLINDERS (look good but completely impractical) Dissapointing place made worse by staff who just do not care in the slightest. Cons: -Usless staff -cloudy pool, with no one daring to go in it -they insist on cash only , charge 5% for cards - Almost nothing available in terms of food or even a cold drink Pros: - Quite central - Very good quality showers and toilets Enthusiastic staff would have made a huge difference. Some people left early to swap to poshpackers.

3. Hotel Sierra Arenal

300 Mts West of the Catholic Church, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
83%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Hotel Sierra Arenal

The Hotel Sierra Arenal is a small company made up of two partners: Aracelly Arias and Mario Herrera. They offer the hosting service for all types of market and different nationalities. They also offer transportation services, different activities of fun, relaxation and health. It is located 300 meters from the center of La Fortuna.

Excellent and cheap

Reviewed By Robi G

The place is on the main street of la fortuna. We ordered 2 night, and then we added one night. Everything was excellent, especially in relation to the cheap price. The brakefast was good too. We used the pool which was a really nice spot for the end of our days. Mario in the reception was very nice and helpful.

4. Nice Place Hostel

Calle 468 Del Banco Nacional 200 meters north and 50 meters away, Avenida 335, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
89%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 9 reviews

Nice Place Hostel

Nice Place Hostal se encuentra en una zona preciosa, rodeada de vegetación y escondida de la congestión urbana y el ruido, este hostal ofrece el mejor ambiente para unas vacaciones agradables. En el hostal todas nuestras acogedoras habitaciones cuentan con baño y agua caliente, también hay habitaciones con ventilador y aire acondicionado. Encontrará una cocina totalmente equipada, donde podrá preparar sus comidas, también sala de estar con TV. Internet de alta velocidad y terraza. Cerca del lugar hay una gran cantidad de buenos restaurantes que ofrecen un excelente servicio y cocina, así como numerosos bares, pubs y clubes nocturnos que garantizan un buen entretenimiento. ¡Amables anfitriones y excelente servicio te esperan!

Great Place!

Reviewed By Granja C

Great customer service. Facilities were clean and welcoming. Check in was great. Andres and Anna are great hosts, very friendly and proactive. Besides, the location is great and nearby city centre. Our room was perfect with good bed and airco. Had a great time and we recommend you to stay here at la fortuna Nothing

5. Arenal Poshpaker

Calle 142 Frente A Lava Lounge Restaurante, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
25%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 4 reviews

700 Meter West Of The Catolic Church, In Front Of Lava Lounge Restaurant

Value for money

Reviewed By Monica_CSR

Very nice place to stay. You're in the middle of La Fortuna with a supermarket right next door. Quite the chill place with a small pool, hammocks and chairs to catch some sun. There's a bar near the pool and 2 kitchens. The room was nice and clean, with a comfortable bed. The receptionists were very helpful. Only downside is the loud fan in the room, which was unfortunately necessary since the room for very hot.

6. La Palmera Real

Avenida 341, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 6 reviews

La Palmera Real

Comfy and cozy hotel with private and shared rooms, a full kitchen and living room at the edge of La Fortuna downtown. Surrounded by a small forest and El Burio river, milking cows, sheep, ducks, hens, pets, lots of birds, our VIP visitor “Flash” the sloth, iguanas and more wildlife you will encounter as you get to know our familiar property. All places in town are less than 5 min by car.

Very friendly and helpfull, nice place

Reviewed By juliedeva

First of all, the people who run this place are great. They provided us with lots of information (in English), gave us tips and booked tours for us. They were very pro-active in making our stay perfect for us. It’s a family owned place and they started running the hotel in the beginning of 2019, but are already doing a great job. The accomodation and facilities were good and the location is nice, not in the middle of the city center but very close.

7. umbres Arenal

Calle 142 Fortuna Tilaran 10 km Oeste Del Centro De Fortuna Camino Al Volcan Arenal 200mts Oeste De Restaurante El Novillo Del Arenal, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
57%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
14%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 14 reviews

umbres Arenal

Tranquility & hospitality extraordinaire.

Reviewed By asgert2013

I had the absolute pleasure of staying at Lumbres del Arenal Cabinas y Villas, for an unforgettable 10 days. This family owned, small resort, located just on the foothills of the Arenal volcano, about 10 km outside of La Fortuna, and 3 km from the Tabacon hotsprings, is just a beautiful hidden gem. In the middle of nature, surrounded by wildlife, and with an amazing vista of the volcano, you can just sit back in the lush garden and enjoy the tranquility. The owners are some of the kindest people I have ever met, and they did more than one could expect, to make you feel at home. The rooms are great at the price, and both clean and comfortable. The resorts own Steakhouse/restaurant "El Novillo del Arenal" is definitely also worth a visit. All in all, I absolutely enjoyed my 10 days here. If you are looking for cheap accommodation in the middle of nature, but close enough to the many attractions surrounding volcano Arenal. If you like me prefer nature, wildlife and tranquility instead of luxury resorts, all while enjoying the amazing hospitality of the owners. Look no further!

8. Arenal Poshtel

La Fortuna de San Carlos Costado Sur de la Iglesia Catolica, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Arenal Poshtel

9. Jarabacoa Family Hostel

Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 4 reviews

Jarabacoa Family Hostel

Excellent service like Alice in Wonderland

Reviewed By Pecho77

My family, including my mother in law and I stayed 3 nights with Oscar at Alice in Wonderland "Jarabacoa Family Hostel". Their atention was exceptional as well as their service, you feel part of the family and not a tourist. You get a great value for the price you pay, food, lodging and extra services and atention etc. I recommend Jarabacoa Family Hostel to anybody with a Budget and still get quality service from Oscar and Mary.

10. Selina La Fortuna

325th Avenue 75 Meters East Of The Bus Terminal, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Excellent
84%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1003 reviews

Selina La Fortuna

Selina La Fortuna is located in the center of town and is the perfect starting point for all your adventures. Stay in our private rooms, suites, and more. Here you will feel at home, while meeting travellers from all around for the same great experience. Join us at night for a bonfire under the stars near the Teepee area where you will get the real Selina experience, meet other guests and share stories.

Didn’t realize it was a hostel! Not a fan

Reviewed By fratacci

Amazing place if you don’t plan to sleep lol! Booked a private room for 4 for our family and I didn’t like it whatsoever : no privacy as it was on thé way across from the communal kitchen and absolutely NOT quiet with people yapping super early am up to late night in that open kitchen. This explains why they gave us so many earplugs smh! Then thé bar played loud music with deep bass until past 11pm. There were 4 bunk beds -that looked like concentration camp ones- and a full bed. Anyhow it’s great for single young travelers that travel alone and can sleep for cheap in any condition. That’s not me lol!

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