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Hotel Arenal

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, steps from Arenal Park

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Porch
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Hotel Arenal, near Arenal Park and the Ethno-folkloric Museum, welcomes guests with breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. It features two outdoor pools with sun loungers, a sauna, steam room, and massage services that guests consistently praise.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym

Room options

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite individual

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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Calle Beni # 340, Santa Cruz

What's nearby

  • Ethno-folkloric Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Plaza 24 de Septiembre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Lorenzo Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ventura Mall - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Cruz de la Sierra Station - 11 min drive
  • Santa Cruz (VVI-Viru Viru Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Irish Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marguerita Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Chapu - centro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noi Pizzería - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Creperie - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arenal

Hotel near Plaza 24 de Septiembre
Located close to Arenal Park and Ethno-folkloric Museum, Hotel Arenal provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
  • A reception hall, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
Room features
All 53 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Bolivia value-added tax (13%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (13%).

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15.00 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and cash
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

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Arenal Santa Cruz
Hotel Arenal Santa Cruz
Hotel Arenal Hotel
Hotel Arenal Santa Cruz
Hotel Arenal Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Arenal have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Hotel Arenal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Arenal?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Arenal?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Arenal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15.00 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Arenal located?

Located in the heart of Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Arenal Park and Ethno-folkloric Museum. Plaza 24 de Septiembre and Sacred Art Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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