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La Ceiba Tree Lodge

Tilarán (Near Arenal)

Offering a garden and lake view, La Ceiba Tree Lodge is situated in Tilarán, 41 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 17 km from Venado Caves.

A
Alina Elena
From
Romania
Great location, but is better to rent a car to get there. Was not a problem for us, beacause we have a car. Parking available and free. Amazing view to the lake. Great garden in front of our terrace. Cleanleness. Good breakfast with an amazing tea made with plants harvested from garden. Gorgeous view from the breakfast terrace. We received an upgrade for the room, which it was great, so we were very pleased for that. Great staff. Definetely I recommend this place to everyone hwo want to enjoy the nature and feel the real vibe of Costa Rica
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Price from
US$79.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Nuevo Arenal (Near Arenal)

Situated in Nuevo Arenal, Casa Donna Rosa B&B features accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

B
Benjamin
From
Costa Rica
Werner and Carlos were great hosts and gave us valuable info on where to go to eat and for other activities. Very pleasant and mellow experience at Casa Donna Rosa!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$106
1 night, 2 adults
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Lucky Bug Bed And Breakfast

Nuevo Arenal (Near Arenal)

Situated in Nuevo Arenal and only 22 km from Venado Caves, Lucky Bug Bed And Breakfast features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking.

D
Donna
From
Spain
Beautiful location and room. Good breakfast while watching hummingbirds zooming by. Beautiful gardens.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$79
1 night, 2 adults
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Agua Inn

Nuevo Arenal (Near Arenal)

Situated in Nuevo Arenal and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 50 km, Agua Inn features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

R
Richard
From
Netherlands
This is a great, smaller Inn. fantastic owner, extremely clean rooms and building. They put love in everything: the breakfast, the rooms, the pool, the nature. This is the perfect spot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
Price from
US$90
1 night, 2 adults
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La Vista

Piedras (Near Arenal)

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, La Vista is situated in Piedras. This property offers access to a patio, mini-golf, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$174.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa Palmera, Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica

Tilarán (Near Arenal)

Offering garden views, Casa Palmera, Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica is an accommodation located in Tilarán, 47 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 20 km from Venado Caves.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults
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Villas Santa Maria - Private Bay Lake Arenal

Nuevo Arenal (Near Arenal)

Villas Santa Maria - Private Bay Lake Arenal has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Nuevo Arenal, 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

R
RITA
From
France
A perfect place to relax and enjoy the true pura vida of Costa Rica. The view is stunning, and all you can hear is the sound of nature, especially the birds singing. The bed is extremely comfortable, and the space is cozy and very well maintained. Breakfast was delicious, varied, and different every day – a lovely surprise! There are several good restaurants, supermarkets, and gas stations nearby, which is very convenient. Carole and Paul were outstanding hosts, always friendly, welcoming, and ready to help with anything we needed. It was an amazing stay in every way!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$110
1 night, 2 adults
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VILLA SIMONE ARENAL French Ecolodge

Tilarán (Near Arenal)

Boasting mountain views, VILLA SIMONE ARENAL French Ecolodge features accommodation with balcony, around 29 km from Venado Caves. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

A
Anita
From
United Kingdom
The property is stunning with astonishingly beautiful views - birds , monkeys and lake. Host Christian and partner warm and welcoming. Easy to find. The room was lovely, clean and comfy with plenty of hanging space , bathroom elegant. Fresh bread & Christian’s ginger, banana and guava jam a revelation :). Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$69
1 night, 2 adults
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Arenal Vistas del Paraiso

Nuevo Arenal (Near Arenal)

Featuring lake views, Arenal Vistas del Paraiso provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

A
Anna
From
Germany
A beautiful compact villa with a wonderful view over the lake. Comfortable beds and nice bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a nice garden. It's close enough to all the attractions of Arenal (we enjoyed hanging bridges, Zipline, kayak, hiking and watching the local fauna) as well as supermarkets, restaurants and cafés. At the same time it is in a quiet area, so we could thoroughly enjoy the stay with our family. The owner is very nice and helpful. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$85.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Vista al Volcán Tenorio y Montaña

San Rafael (Near Arenal)

Located in San Rafael, Vista al Volcán Tenorio y Montaña provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

K
Kevin
From
Germany
It all started with a nice and warm welcome from Huberth and Anyara. The place was super clean and had everything you needed to be considered a Home-Kitchen and cookware, clean bedsheets, bathroom amenities, towels...everything. The rooms were very spacious, and the living room had a lot of natural light. We had morning coffee on the balcony while enjoying nature. Also included is a very nice pool which we used every single day. It's an must have for all people visiting Costa Rica. We had a really great time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$76.50
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Agua Inn

    Nuevo Arenal
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 50 km, Agua Inn features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

    From US$101.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal, Casa Donna Rosa B&B features accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$119.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal and only 22 km from Venado Caves, Lucky Bug Bed And Breakfast features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$100.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

    Set within 19 km of Venado Caves and 30 km of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park in Nuevo Arenal, Marita's Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with seating area.

    From US$76.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Villas Santa Maria - Private Bay Lake Arenal has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Nuevo Arenal, 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

    From US$124.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, La Ceiba Tree Lodge is situated in Tilarán, 41 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 17 km from Venado Caves.

    From US$100.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Tilarán, 23 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester, Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$139.84 per night

  • Mystica

    Naranjos Agrios
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Set in Naranjos Agrios, 35 km from Venado Caves, Mystica offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$169.50 per night

Stay connected in Arenal and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Situated in Nuevo Arenal, within 47 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 19 km of Venado Caves, Hostal Nuevo Arenal downtown, private rooms with bathroom features accommodation with a restaurant and free...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Offering garden views, Casa Palmera, Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica is an accommodation located in Tilarán, 47 km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 20 km from Venado Caves.

    From US$62.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Casita el Jardin features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall.

    From US$135.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a private pool, Villa Colibri at LakeGardens is set in Nuevo Arenal. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    From US$53.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Located 49 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Tinajas Arenal Lakefront Lodge offers 3-star accommodation in Nuevo Arenal and features a garden, a terrace and a bar.

    From US$79.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

    Located in Nuevo Arenal, 25 km from Venado Caves, Hotel La Rana de Arenal provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$45.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    Set in Tronadora and only 38 km from Treetopia Park, TOP RATED - Lake View Arenal Suite - 2025 Traveller Awards Winner offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$100 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Vista Lago Arenal is set in Piedras, 31 km from Venado Caves and 42 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.

    From US$65.09 per night