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Hotel Mountain Paradise

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Baldi Hot Springs

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Hotel Mountain Paradise offers a tranquil setting with an outdoor pool, children's pool, and comfy sun loungers. Enjoy international cuisine at two restaurants and unwind with Swedish massages or aromatherapy at DEVAS SPA. Helpful staff and free WiFi enhance the experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Room service

Room options

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Deck/patio
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  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deck/patio
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  • 98 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Villa

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Deck/patio
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  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Deck/patio
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HDTV
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Pillowtop bed
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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8.8 out of 10
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Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Arenal Volcano, San Carlos, San Jose, La Fortuna, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tucanes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roca di Baldi Sports Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Mountain Paradise

Hotel near Arenal Volcano National Park
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Mountain Paradise . Indulge in a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, and a manicure/pedicure at Devas Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner along with international cuisine and a poolside location at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), massage treatment rooms, and a porter/bellhop
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and free tea bags/instant coffee

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Arenal Koita
  • Ave del Paraiso

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 260 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1

Property is also known as

Hotel Mountain Paradise
Mountain Paradise
Mountain Paradise Fortuna
Mountain Paradise Hotel
Mountain Paradise Hotel Fortuna
Hotel Mountain Paradise Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Mountain Paradise Hotel La Fortuna
Mountain Paradise Thermal Hotel La Fortuna
Mountain Paradise Thermal Hotel
Mountain Paradise Thermal La Fortuna
Mountain Paradise Thermal
Hotel Mountain Paradise Thermal & Spa La Fortuna
La Fortuna Mountain Paradise Thermal & Spa Hotel
Hotel Mountain Paradise Thermal & Spa
Mountain Paradise Thermal & Spa La Fortuna
Mountain Paradise Hotel
Mountain Paradise Thermal

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Mountain Paradise have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Mountain Paradise pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Mountain Paradise ?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Mountain Paradise ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Mountain Paradise ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Mountain Paradise provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 260 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Mountain Paradise located?

Situated in the mountains, this spa hotel is steps from Go Adventure Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park. Natura Eco Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Hotel Mountain Paradise Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 849 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall we loved our stayed at this hotel, the quality of sleep was amazing, the view from the room was impresive and the staff was great, with great disposition, positiveattitude and very helpful. We will definitely recomend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the staff was always super courteous and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place, comfortable room and excellent service.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings, nice gardens and excellent view of the Arenal volcano mountain. The food was delicious and staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Queit relaxing, just enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lyleanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and ease to explore La Fortuna. Wish the "kitchenette" had a microwave which would have really helped our stay. Overall, would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hospitality and villa with private pool was perfect for kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Mountain Paradise! Wonderful atmosphere, help w activities and staff was fabulous. We highly recommend this resort!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very kind and receptive. The views from our room were incredible. We stayed with our family and the accommodations were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Very nice place with a beautiful view of Arenal volcano
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and you feel like you’re in a lush rainforest. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. We ate breakfast at the restaurant each morning and it was very nice - local dishes, fresh fruit and an omelette station. The hotel is located near hot springs, shopping and restaurants, but also sets out far enough that it is quiet and peaceful. We had 2 adults and 2 teenage boys in our group. We all agree that this was a great stay and we will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Each cottage is perfectly spaces away from one another and shrubbery around the cottages provides added privacy as well as opportunities to observe wildlife. All of the staff were friendly and personable.

10/10 Excellent

Kathini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved it at Mountain Paradise Hotel. Beautifully well kept grounds and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was absolutely perfect!! Everyone was so friendly and attentive. The property was beautiful and the honeymoon suite was amazing!!! We’d love to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful stay. The location is gorgeous and the facilities are clean and give off the right vibe. Stayed in the Arenal Villa and it exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kedharnath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Staffs r nice and helpful and amazing view of the mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Very clean and staff was very friendly and accommodating! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most beautiful hotel. Our villa was amazing and the property was incredible. We loved the pool and bird watching from our hammock. It was convenient to town and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our villa! Beautiful and serene area, close to the main town yet far enough away to feel remote. Within 10-30 minutes of everything we wanted to do there. Parking was easy and staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property with amazing views of Arenal Volcano. The rooms and bathrooms were very spacious and clean, also air conditioned. The pool area was lovely, and the restaurant had a nice breakfast buffet. I'll recommend this resort to friends and family, including families with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom large, the tub filled quickly. Water pressure was good. Hot water was hot and available. Shower gel and soap provided smelled amazing. Don’t love that you can’t park next to the casita, but also that did make for nice walking grounds in the morning. Lots of beautiful trees and flowers. WiFi was not great. Kitchen was nice to have, but nothing to make food hot so??? More like a wet bar. GREAT view of the volcano, close to the local free hot springs entrance, didn’t visit the pool but looked nice and was steaming at night. Breakfast was perfect, beautiful place to start the day. Super quiet at night, the bed was incredible, comfortable and king size which is hard to find. Gets pretty slippery on the patio in the rain. We brought our pup and she approved also. Nice place overall, romantic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Liya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property and wonderful staff. they were very helpful and accommodating. the hotel's food was average (we definitely preferred eating in town for lunch/dinner) but the breakfast was solid. the location and rooms were great. overall we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gardens and water features bring the wildlife to your door, Very well maintained property with plenty of privacy and a truly exceptional staff. Plenty of tours and spa treatments to keep anyone happy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the layout of the buildings. Nice foliage everywhere. Handy restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

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