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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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99+
Hotels in San Carlos
Located in La Fortuna, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Costa Rica Sky Adventures. This family-friendly lodge is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Butterfly Conservatory and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this Colonial lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Jilguero serving guests of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. This lodge has 2 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

"Nos encantó tanto por la ubicación a los pies del volcán Arenal ,,sus vistas,,,y por sus servicios su gente y la comodidad del hotel !! VOLVERÍAMOS !! Hay animales ,,caminatas ,,cascadas ,algún puente colgante un observatorio para subir tipo mirador !! No nos hubiéramos ido. !! La comida y el desayuno excelente !! Allí vimos también la rana de colores tan famosa en Costa Rica !!"
Great
102 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From NZD 124
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Brisas Arenal Hotel
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99+
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When you stay at Brisas Arenal Hotel in La Fortuna, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs. This lodge is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Arenal Volcano. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this lodge include a television in a common area, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Grab a bite to eat at the Yellow Tree, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available for a fee. Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring kitchens. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include refrigerators and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Great
81 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From NZD 81
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Hotel Mountain Paradise
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99+
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When you stay at Hotel Mountain Paradise in La Fortuna, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot Springs. This spa hotel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Arenal Volcano and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Enjoy international cuisine at Ave del Paraiso, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring plasma televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

"The location is really good, there is a more tidy decoration inside, you can see the whole square when you have breakfast at the top of the building, and there are many restaurants nearby. It is recommended to stay here nearby. After all, the price advantage is also good. The biggest, there is a 24-hour convenience store downstairs. Ps. Orange juice is really good to drink"
Very Good
104 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From NZD 188
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Arenal Montechiari Hotel
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When you stay at Arenal Montechiari Hotel in La Fortuna, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot Springs. This lodge is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Arenal Volcano. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. At Arenal Montechiari Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM. Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 35 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

"We loved the view but did find it safer to drive to the center for dinner."
Very Good
89 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From NZD 139
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Arenal Xilopalo
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Hotels in San Carlos
With a stay at Arenal Xilopalo, you'll be centrally located in La Fortuna, within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall. This hotel is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 11 mi (17.8 km) from Arenal Volcano. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. Featured amenities include a computer station and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Very Good
75 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From NZD 86
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Aunty Arenal Lodge
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99+
Hotels in San Carlos
With a stay at Aunty Arenal Lodge, you'll be centrally located in La Fortuna, a 5-minute drive from Baldi Hot Springs and 12 minutes from Arenal Volcano National Park. This hotel is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Arenal Volcano and 2 mi (3.3 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall. Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and charcoal grills. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Good
68 reviews
7.9/10
1 night
From NZD 104
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Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio
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99+
Hotels in San Carlos
Located in La Fortuna, Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and Paradise Hot Springs. This lodge is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Kalambu Hot Springs. Treat yourself with massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 hot tubs, and a waterslide. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and tour/ticket assistance. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

"Hotel with a pleasant location, a rustic room, would expect more in relation to the cost of the hotel.Weak restaurant, breakfast too.For those who like healthy eating, few options. The breakfast is served at the table, but with few boys to meet demand, service is bad and delayed."
Great
59 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From NZD 308
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Hotel Arenal Lodge
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99+
Hotels in San Carlos
With a stay at Hotel Arenal Lodge in La Fortuna, you'll be in the mountains, a 5-minute walk from Lake Arenal and 13 minutes by foot from Arenal Volcano National Park. This family-friendly hotel is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Arenal Volcano and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs. Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 hot tubs and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Enjoy local and international cuisine at Volcano's Secret, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10 AM. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.

"The hotel staff is amazing! Good breakfast and breathtaking views from the Volcano. However, we found out that for those prices you might get other hotels that already include water springs so you might want to consider that!"
Very Good
101 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From NZD 213
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Hotel Campestre Arenal
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Hotels in San Carlos
When you stay at Hotel Campestre Arenal in La Fortuna, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall. This bed & breakfast is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs. Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs are provided.
Good
1 review
7.8/10
1 night
From NZD 92
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La Palmera Real
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71
Hotels in San Carlos
Located in La Fortuna, La Palmera Real is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Arenal Adventure World and Baldi Hot Springs. This lodge is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, a hair salon, and a communal living room. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the shuttle (surcharge). Take advantage of the lodge's room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a bus station shuttle. Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
2 reviews
6.0/10
1 night
From NZD 70
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Nayara Springs - Adults Only Hotels in La Fortuna
9.8/10
100 review

Nayara Springs - Adults Only

Hotel near La Fortuna
Highlights
Private pools filled with mineral hot springs
Complimentary non-alcoholic minibar in suites
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Amor Arenal Adults Friendly Hotels in La Fortuna
9.8/10
104 review

Amor Arenal Adults Friendly

Hotel near La Fortuna
Highlights
Wedding reception and dance at La Jaranita
Complimentary fully-stocked minibar with various beverages
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Nayara Gardens Hotels in La Fortuna
9.7/10
80 review

Nayara Gardens

Hotel near La Fortuna
Highlights
Elegant water features and stunning fountains
Natural hot springs amidst serene landscaped grounds
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The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal Hotels in San Carlos
9.6/10
102 review

The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal

Hotel near San Carlos
Highlights
Natural volcanic hot springs with 28 pools
Stunning view of Arenal Volcano in nature
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Hotels in La Fortuna
9.5/10
108 review

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Hotel near La Fortuna
Highlights
Natural hot springs surrounded by tropical rainforest
Surrounded by 900 acres of rainforest
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How much does a hotel cost in San Carlos?​

Average hotel prices in San Carlos based on Trip.com: NZD 286 on weekdays and NZD 287 on weekends (Friday–Saturday).

What are some of the best hotels in San Carlos?

The most popular San Carlos hotels for your stay: Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails (from NZD 137), Hotel Mountain Paradise (from NZD 197) and Guacimo Lodge (from NZD 358) are the preferred hotels.

What hotels in San Carlos offer an especially good breakfast ?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails (from NZD 137) provides high-quality breakfast. Start your day with a delicious breakfast!

Which hotels in San Carlos are pet friendly?

Guacimo Lodge (from NZD 358) and Boca Tapada Lodge (from NZD 244) allow pets. Take your pets with you during your stay!

Which hotels in San Carlos provide fitness facilities?

Hotel Arenal Lodge (from NZD 232) and Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio (from NZD 325) provide fitness facilities. Satisfy your fitness needs even while travelling!

Which hotels in San Carlos have swimming pools?

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails (from NZD 137), Hotel Mountain Paradise (from NZD 197) and Guacimo Lodge (from NZD 358) are hotels with swimming pools. Stay at any of these hotels to enjoy a swimming pool!

Which hotels in San Carlos are worth visiting for their spa experience?

Which hotels in San Carlos have hot springs?

Want to experience hot springs in your hotel? Arenal Xilopalo (from NZD 59) has hot springs. Book now!

Which hotels in San Carlos provide free WiFi?

Whether you're travelling on business or going on holiday, Internet connection is an essential condition for travel. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails (from NZD 137) is a popular hotel with free Wi-Fi.

Local Travel Info

Total Properties17
Number of Reviews784
Highest PriceNZD 1,212
Lowest PriceNZD 53
Average Price (Weekends)NZD 287
Average Price (Weekdays)NZD 286