Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
24 km Oeste de la fortuna de San Carlos, 21007 Fortuna, Costa Rica – Excellent location – show map
Really nice grounds and some great walking trails - fantastic for bird watching. We were staying in one of the hostel style rooms with shared bathroom and were unsure how grim they would be - they weren't at all. Really clean and spacious common areas and very clean and nice shared wash facilities.
United States of America
Surrounded by 860 private acres of tropical rainforest and featuring an on-site lake, a swimming pool, a sun terrace and games room, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is located within the Arenal Conservation Area, only 1.7 mi from the Arenal Volcano. The rooms at this lodge feature tropical décor with wood finishes and are equipped with ceiling fan, safety box and a furnished terrace with views of the garden and the Arenal Volcano. The bathrooms are private and have showers. The on-site restaurant serves international and local food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there is also a bar. A guided morning walk and the breakfast buffet is included for all guests. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails also features an on-site bird sanctuary that has around 500 different species of birds; other recommended activities include tours of Arenal Volcano's lava flows, exploring the several nearby waterfalls, or climbing the 92 ft. (92 ft.) wildlife observation tower, The Nest. Arenal Lake is an excellent site to practice sports fishing. There are also 6.8 mi of walking trails throughout the property, or guests can just relax in the hot tub or have a massage in the spa. The property is 5.6 mi from the hot springs at Tabacon River and 14 mi from La Fortuna Village. The Daniel Oduber International Airport is 2 hours and 30 minutes’ drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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United States of America“Really nice grounds and some great walking trails - fantastic for bird watching. We were staying in one of the hostel style rooms with shared bathroom and were unsure how grim they would be - they weren't at all. Really clean and spacious common...” - R
Canada“The property was beautiful, The trails, the views from the room, the views from the restaurant (although we didn't get to see entire volcano because it was cloudy all the days we were there :(). The included breakfast was good. Overall we had a...” - Desiree Canada“Amazing property with lots of trails and wildlife. Great for birders. Great food at the restaurant.”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- El Jilguero
- CuisineLocal
Amenities of Arenal Observatory Lodge & TrailsGreat facilities! Review score, 9.3
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Towels
- Free toiletries
- Mountain view
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Horseback ridingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Ping-pong
- Playground
- Game room
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Bar
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Fenced pool
- Kids' pool
- Full-body massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the road to reach this lodge is not in optimal conditions. Guests can rent a 4x4 vehicle to reach the property.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
FAQs about Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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The prices at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Room options at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails include:
- Double
- Villa
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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails has 1 restaurant:
- El Jilguero
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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is 5 miles from the center of Fortuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails on this page.
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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Playground
- Game room
- Ping-pong
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Body wrap
- Swimming pool
- Body treatments
- Walking tours
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Happy hour
- Beauty services
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Full-body massage
- Horseback riding
- Facial treatments
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Check-in at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Guests staying at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
- À la carte
