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Arenal Waterfall Lodge

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A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a swimming pool. - Arenal Waterfall Lodge (La Fortuna)
A spacious room with a large bed, two sofas, and a view of greenery outside. - Arenal Waterfall Lodge (La Fortuna)
A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a view of lush greenery. - Arenal Waterfall Lodge (La Fortuna)
A well-lit outdoor area with a wooden structure, surrounded by various plants and a gravel pathway leading to it. - Arenal Waterfall Lodge (La Fortuna)
A bamboo-themed interior with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area. - Arenal Waterfall Lodge (La Fortuna)
A short walk from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Waterfall Lodge provides free full breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours at this hotel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, and a small table with a vase.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, and a small kitchen area.

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a fruit bowl, a rocking chair, and a kitchen area with a window.

Villa, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A pool area with a wooden pergola and a hot tub.

Villa, 3 Bedrooms with Pool

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 400 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 Double Sofa Beds OR 3 King Beds

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A woman sitting on a rock by a swimming pool with a view of a forested landscape.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 180 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in La Fortuna, Arenal Waterfall Lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. Baldi Hot Springs and Ecotermales Fortuna 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 Kalambu Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our La Fortuna travel guide
Map
300 Mts north of Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • A lush green landscape with a prominent mountain and a small white building with a red roof.
    Arenal Volcano National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A waterfall in a lush green forest with clear water at the base.
    La Fortuna Waterfall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A waterfall in a lush green forest with a person sitting at the base.
    Tabacon Hot Springs
    26 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    16 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs
    17 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Soda Tita Rosa
    6 min drive
  • Kenko Bar & Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Mexikah Taqueria
    9 min drive
  • Soda Fortuna
    6 min drive
  • Restaurante El Perezoso
    9 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Ecotours

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Arenal Waterfall Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arenal Waterfall Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Arenal Waterfall Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Arenal Waterfall Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Arenal Waterfall Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of La Fortuna Waterfall, Chato Volcano, and Cerro Chato Lake. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and El Salto Fortuna River 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

Arenal Waterfall Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 733 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 733 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 733 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 733 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 733 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean property wonderful staff and the views were amazing. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful jungle/rainforest setting right by the falls. Great value. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in the three bedroom, three bath villa with a private pool. It was stunning. Everything was well maintained and clean. The kitchen had a full sized refrigerator, new gas burning stove, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster. We got groceries at the local supermarket and saved a lot of money by eating the free breakfast, stopping at nearby sodas for lunch, and cooking dinner or reheating leftovers from our nights out. There were plenty of towels, blankets, etc. The pool was well maintained and the view was just lovely. We had a pair of Toucans in the trees that enjoyed calling back and forth to each other in the mornings. The staff was very helpful with booking tours and giving advice. Security made getting Ubers and food delivery easy by directing drivers to our location. We would love to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Love this Place , I sure I’m coming back. Is the right Place to relaxing, People was Very nice, specially Charlie and Scott , always happy and take care us to Make us a great Breakfast. Thank you To all staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This place was incredible! Made me very nervous at first because there was no website and no one to call other than through the travel agency (please correct me if I’m wrong)… but the staff was so friendly, always smiling! The bungalows were stunning, spacious and have everything you need. Also, literally in the jungle! Fell asleep to the sound of animals every night and some rain. So peaceful. Also Geckos is AWESOME! Please help their shelter donate necessities and basics for the pups. You can volunteer too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This property was very nice. The lodge was spacious, and the staff was very accommodating. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing ambience , well kept , beautiful birds made our holidays special
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room, very clean, and put together!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Really beautiful place and kind staff! We got a free room upgrade when we arrived and could hear the howler monkeys outside. They offer included breakfast at a restaurant nearby with free transportation there. Some of the best sleep I’ve got in a long time with the rain and bird noises :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The staff is super friendly and helpful, it’s clean, grey location, free breakfast tastes amazing. Very well recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish there were trails on the property. There was some confusion in the booking because it wasn’t totally clear which villa I would be staying in. A little direct communication with the staff cleared up any questions, though. Upon arrival and throughout my stay the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our small little cottage was super clean, very peaceful, and had amazing views. The staff was helpful getting our luggage that had not arrived with us. Breakfast was just down the road at an amazing Soda with very friendly owners. I would recommend this place to anyone
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was so good at Geckos! Scott and Charlie are the best!! Our villa at the lodge was beyond our expectations. It was beautiful, clean and very spacious. Our private pool was amazing. After a long day of hiking it was perfect with a glass of wine since we had a full kitchen. Laundry was $15 like people said in other reviews for a huge bag of dirty clothes. I came home tonight with hardly anything to wash. Having clean clothes in luggage when coming home is the best. The location couldn’t have been better!! Pura Vita!! Sincerely, Katie
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This property is exactly as described. Beautiful view, Beautiful property, and right in the middle of the jungle! You will feel secluded and safe! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location with friendly staff and new, clean renovated cabins. There's some construction work happening on the grounds, but doesn't take away from the natural cloud forest experience. I would definitely stay there again. G.Miller USMC ret.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We arrived after hours and the guards took care of us no problem! We woke with the birds to head just down the hill for breakfast @ Scotts restaurant & dog rescue which was included with the room. Ricardo at the reception desk got us set up for the hanging bridges for an afternoon slot & we went to check out the waterfall for a few hours. This place is walking distance from La Fortuna steps entrance probably the best place to book in the whole city in our opinion! Thank you from hosting us. Nate & Bebes San Diego
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Good value for your money. Five minute walk to La Fortuna waterfall. Hotel staff upgraded us to a villa room for free at check in. For uber, best to meet them at the reception
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was very spacious. Private pool was nice although it rained our whole time there so we didn’t use it. Breakfast at Geckos was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The property is beautiful. It’s currently being renovated, but did not interfere with our stay at all. The suite was spacious and clean. Staff was very nice. The waterfall was down the road and so much better than a swimming pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We stayed in one of the villas, clean, great view, nice small kitchen, for the price great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very quiet property in the jungle. Villas were very clean and with modern touches.
Outdoor view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was excellent. Staff was fabulous and very helpful and friendly. Room was spacious and clean. Bed is very comfortable! Breakfast was excellent and the guys there are wonderful. Would highly recommend Arenal Waterfall Lodge.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026