In my opinion, this hotel is the best value in la fortuna. The staff at this hotel could not have been more accomidating. Jesse, was always around to ensure we made the most of our stay and enjoyed plenty of activities during our stay. He highlighted the "must sees" of the area and was very very friendly. Alonzo also makes... More

We stayed here one night a private room for two was $30 as I can remember. They gave us a drink upon arrival and enjoyed laying in the hammocks, and views of Arenal Volcano. They have a swim up bar and it's clean, safe parking and a mini resort!

First Hostel of my Costa Rican Adventure that lasted 3 weeks. I have to stay its still my favorite. Jesse runs a first class place it makes crazy to book tours or just chill at the hostel. The hammocks and pool were very nice. The dorm was nice only negative the shower wasn't working well in the six bed dorm.... More

Initially, we were very impressed with the Arenal Hostel. Sonya who welcomed us was so incredibly helpful and hospitable, even introducing us to a group that has rented out most of the rooms. Unfortunately, the next day after we packed up, we left our bags in our locked rental car in their theoretically secured and gated parking lot after being... More

It feels more like a resort than a hostel, with its clean pool, the bar, the palms and the hammocks, ... . Rooms and bathrooms are spotless and they had the cleanest fridge I have ever seen in a hostel. The staff was very friendly and helpful, too. It is not the cheapest hostel but well worth the price if... More

This hostel was great. Jesse was super welcoming and friendly. Definitely helped you find good deals and stuff to do around La Fortuna. The pool was great, so was the bartender, Manuel. Hammocks were super cozy. I felt extremely safe at the hostel. It was at a great location. Walking distance throughout the entire town. Very close to excursions. They... More

This hostel had a lot of charm - palm trees, hammocks, an outdoor swimming pool and wet bar, and rocking chairs on the decks outside the rooms. We stayed in a 3-bedroom private suite and the rooms were clean - I would say even more hotel-like. The hostel is right in the middle of La Fortuna and walking distance to... More

I was in CR for over a month in February and made this my home for a week while in Fortuna. The tiny entrance alleyway perfectly hides the lush oasis beyond, hammocks over a lawn and a pool with sunken bar. My room was on the second floor with its own balcony. From the rocking chair I could sit and... More

I really enjoyed my stay at the Arenal Hostel in La Fortuna. It has an awesome layout and vibe, and a nice bar run by the friendly and expert cocktail maker Manuel. The rooms are well designed and comfortable, and the staff are very friendly. I also booked a number of tours from the hostel all at reasonable prices including... More