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Hotel Faro Arenal

3.0 star property
Natural beauty surrounds travelers at Hotel Faro Arenal, where warm local breakfasts fuel days of scenic hikes and rejuvenating hot springs adventures

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Free daily local cuisine breakfast - Hotel Faro Arenal (La Fortuna)
Free daily local cuisine breakfast - Hotel Faro Arenal (La Fortuna)
Superior Room, Multiple Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - Hotel Faro Arenal (La Fortuna)
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2 outdoor pools - Hotel Faro Arenal (La Fortuna)
Hotel Faro Arenal offers a peaceful mountain retreat with local cuisine for breakfast and 10 hot springs. Enjoy ecotours, hiking trails, a garden, and two outdoor pools. Free WiFi is provided, and the staff consistently earns excellent reviews from guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in La Fortuna, Hotel Faro Arenal is in a rural area and near the airport. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also worth visiting. Take time off to check out the hot springs and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ziplining and horse riding nearby. Visit our La Fortuna travel guide
Map
Del Súper Cristian Nº 4, Continuar 1 km, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna waterfall costa rica
    La Fortuna Waterfall
    7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I
    Tabacon Hot Springs
    18 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs
    9 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    159 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mexikah Taqueria
    4 min drive
  • North Fields Café
    10 min walk
  • Kenko Bar & Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Chante Verde
    4 min drive
  • Restaurante SelvaRústica
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 10 hot springs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 10 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 104 ºF

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Faro Arenal have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Hotel Faro Arenal pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Faro Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Faro Arenal?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Faro Arenal located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and within 3 mi (5 km) of La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Faro Arenal Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 280 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the views and walking trail on the property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L

We had a very nice stay. The breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Modern hotel units,set in the exotic tropical forest. Owner and staff incredibly kind,gracious and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful grounds to walk around with wildlife to view and nice areas to relax and hang out. Close to downtown La Fortuna and walk-able if you are inclined. Staff also very helpful and friendly. Nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the hotel Faro Arenal. The rooms were very clean. The breakfast was delicious. Check in and out were easy. The trail behind the hotel was great. We saw way more wildlife, anteater toucans lots of birds, than on the gjided mystico park trail. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the typical tico breakfast. We saw sloths and toucans on the property. Room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to wake up to the sound of birds singing and a large walking path through the jungle without all the crowds - this is the hotel for you. Our stay at Hotel Faro Arenal was absolutely fantastic, from the amazing staff to the delicious food. Our cabin was comfortable and cozy, with plenty of fresh linens and towels and our own personal AC unit that worked so well (but was often not needed thanks to the shade from the surrounding trees and large personal porch to relax). We loved the location, centrally located to La Fortuna and the national parks and adventure zones, while remaining quiet and surrounded by friendly locals and backed onto protected land. What a beautiful oasis. We can't wait to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a paradise! So much wildlife! The breakfast is amazing, made to order! The hiking trail is great and we saw several sloths within the hotel grounds. I feel very lucky to have stayed here! My only small complaint is that the mattress was not very comfortable. Otherwise, it's incredible! Close to town but in the peace and quiet of the jungle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. The location is away from the main drag and not really walkable but it’s a cool spot. Awesome Soda spot just around the corner. Our 3 night stay was good. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My wife, 21 year old daughter, her fried and I really enjoyed this place. Staff was super friendly, breakfast was not only convenient but delicious and included with the stay. We saw sloths, hummingbirds, toucans and lots of other birds right on the property. It’s located a little out of the main town but that added to the charm, being away from the hustle and bustle. We would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location for this hotel was great. There is a good soda around the corner and the coffee/chocolate tour down the road is worth going to. Breakfast was great. There is lots of safe parking. That being said the room was just a room with a very hard noisy bed. There was wifi and A/c. We had an ant problem in our room. There are no toiletries or hot water. With all of the hotel options in the area I would probably choose a different hotel next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying in the cozy cabin, walking the trail on the property, and the breakfast was nice too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUDIPTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent owner and great service by the staff at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A perfect hotel

A great place just outside of the city. Quiet, peaceful and right in the rainforest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, confort and beautiful place

The hotel is very well located to explore the area. The cabin was great and comfortable. The breakfast was one of the best we had in Costa Rica. Super recommended 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I nice getaway nearby La Fortuna set in nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff! Great location next to chocolate tour and La Fortuna Waterfall. Great affordable option for a family!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a joy to stay two nights so near the volcano in such a beautiful place. The cabin was roomy, clean, and comfortable, the restaurant was excellent, and the grounds (including the "nature walk" in the jungle at the rear of the property) were spectacular. The owner and staff are great people too. I would recommend this place to anyone without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yu jiao

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner Mr.J is very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and had everything we needed for our short stay. Breakfast had a great choice and was delicious. Staff were really helpful and friendly. We really loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quaint no frills hotel perfectly situated in a quiet area near the town on fortuno. Breakfast was delicious. We were a 6 person family and fit comfortably in their six person suite. Would come again. Thanks for a great stay. Loved all the beautiful flowers and hummingbirds in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anjelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with sloths and little Al king trail on site. Staff was very friendly and helpful and individual cabins kept the stay quiet and a natural setting. About 5 min drive to town and restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, clean, super friendly staff. Sloth, Toucans and many cool birds on the property. Great breakfast. This place is the real deal!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room. Love the grounds and the swimming pool. Sloths onsite was a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023