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Aunty Arenal Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in La Fortuna with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a wooden deck.
Stunning lobby with a beautiful floral arrangement and elegant doors leading to adjacent rooms.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.
Escape to a serene oasis surrounded by lush tropical plants and a tranquil water feature.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Carretera al Volcan, Zeta Trece, 300 Metros Este del Super Cristian, La Fortuna, 21007

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 7 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chante Verde - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Aunty Arenal Lodge

Hotel near Baldi Hot Springs
Aunty Arenal Lodge provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and airport pick-up service (surcharge)
  • Charcoal grills, 2 meeting rooms and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Aunty Arenal Lodge offer perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • Private gardens, ceiling fans and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 25 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 7 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Aunty Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Aunty Arenal La Fortuna
Aunty Arenal
Aunty Arenal Lodge Hotel
Aunty Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Aunty Arenal Lodge Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Aunty Arenal Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Aunty Arenal Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aunty Arenal Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aunty Arenal Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aunty Arenal Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Aunty Arenal Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Aunty Arenal Lodge located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Costa Rica Chocolate Tour, La Fortuna Park and Ecoglide Arenal Park. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and La Fortuna Waterfall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Aunty Arenal Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 201 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Clean and quiet. Close to main attractions and restaurants. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Gorgeous setting and perfect location for Arenal and the waterfall
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

We loved our stay at Aunty Arenal! Fernando and Laura were very friendly and accommodating. All the employees made us feel welcome. The room was very clean and the hotel was nice and quiet at night. The location was super convenient and easy to find. We wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Our stay was great! The staff was friendly, the breakfast was delish, location was perfect. Shout out to Fernando, he was helpful with everything. It is a little rustic and could use some new towels. It was very authentic Costa Rican stay…perfect for our family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Little outdated but ok for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

We enjoyed this property with a view of the Arenal volcano. It was quite a long bwalk to the centre of La Fortuna but there were also restaurants wothin 15i mnutes. This was essental as no food available at the hotel, apart from breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

It was great i extend my stay for two more nights. This was the 2nd time i have stayed here. A little out of the way but great value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

The property is on very beautiful grounds. At the end of a dirt road. Secluded and felt safe. We stayed in upstairs room with a comfortable king sized bed. Breakfast was included and cooked fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10

Not really worth the price. The place feels like it was built a long time ago and not maintained too well. The pools are much smaller in reality vs the photos
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Nice property, clean rooms and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

A comfortable bed and good sized room. Friendly service and suitable breakfast. Disappointed that the pools were cold as in too cold to even go in. We knew they were not thermal pools but they are basically un useable
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Beautiful property well maintained Wonderful friendly staff Love this property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

The small apartment was not good maintained. Not enough hot waters or towels. The pool is nice, but you cannot sit next to it, just play in the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Great location close to everything in La fortuna!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

Overall the stay was ok, but not the best of my trip in Costa Rica, here’s my full rundown: The good: the hotel grounds are beautiful, the swimming pool is set in a nice area, breakfast was nice and right by the pool was lovely, the bed was big and comfy, the staff were helpful and friendly, there is a lovely view of the volcano from the property. The not so good: the rooms are pretty dated and in need of a full refresh, the property is further out of the main town than I realised (my fault for not properly checking), despite being friendly and helpful I reported a flashing light in the bathroom twice but was never fixed (felt like brushing my teeth in a disco!), despite staying for 4 nights my room was never made up once (I really was expecting at least once or twice), there is no safe in the room. On balance I did really like the hotel grounds, but if I were in La Fortuna again I’d look for something a bit less dated and closer to town
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10

The property photos show as if its like a luxury lodge. It doesn't even have fully running hot water even after repeated ask to fix it. The rooms are ok. Kitchen is very old and small. Utensils are old and dirty. Highly pricey for the amount they charge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This was a great base to explore the Arenal area, close to the hot springs and waterfall, and several great dining options nearby. The units are basic but clean and well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

Simple and affordable accommodation. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10

I can recommend this Lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

All the essentials. AC, fridge, pool, bathroom, free parking and a GREAT breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

If you like peace and quiet this is the place for you. Great starting point for day trips
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10

parking is easy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

We loved the place. The staff was nice and the breakfast fantastic 😀 the only downside was the noise in the evening from the “party room”- the arguing and loud music till late in the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at Aunty Arenal Lodge. Staff was very nice. Property was beautiful. Pool and spa were great. Animals roaming around was nice to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Clean and spacious. Staff are super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022