Arenal Country Inn

Hotels
TRT Consultores CETAM
8.8 (138 reviews)
1/2 Mile South from the Catholic Church, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007 , La Fortuna , CR

Facilities

Free breakfast
Boat tours nearby
Hot springs nearby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Gift shops or newsstand
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious and clean rooms
Friendly and accommodating staff
Tasty breakfast options
Beautiful location with nature
Cons:
Inconsistent shower temperature
Some noise from the beds
Difficulties with electrical issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
Clean and well-maintained, consistent with positive sentiments from multiple reviews.
Service
9.06
Staff was described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Location
9
Location is great - just outside of town, providing peace while remaining accessible.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms were clean and spacious, though some guests noted issues with the beds and showers.
Amenities
8.58
Amenities such as the pool and breakfast were well-received, although some suggested improvements.
Value for Money
8.74
Overall pricing is perceived as fair for the quality offered, though some elements fell short.
Food and Beverage
9.09
Breakfast received positive feedback with various tasty options.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall a very enjoyable experience, recommended by guests despite minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:08

Property Description

Experience the serene charm of Arenal Country Inn, nestled in the heart of La Fortuna, where adventure awaits just moments away.

Recreation Opportunities
Dive into relaxation at our outdoor pool, or unwind on our beautiful terrace surrounded by lush gardens, perfect for letting go of your daily stress.

Comfort & Convenience
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, and enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast every morning. Our air-conditioned rooms feature heated floors and flat-screen TVs for a luxurious stay.

Ideal Location
Located just minutes from stunning attractions like La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs, your perfect getaway combines adventure with comfort. Enjoy free self-parking, and explore the wonders of Costa Rica at your doorstep.

Don't miss the chance to create unforgettable memories—book your stay with us today!

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 138 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 9.09
Overall Experience: 8.86
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dvrdp Family Cerritos, California
10
Our 9 day stay in La Fortuna Costa Rica. It was with my family of four.
Pros:

The room was very simple but clean and spacious. We did have enough room for the suitcases but a few stands to keep the suitcases off the ground would be helpful. The beds were comfortable although they made a lot of noise at night if my husband moved around. The shower was nice but hard to adjust the water temperature as it kept going back and forth between hot and cold. I do wish the bath gel would have been refilled as we ran out. A few more hooks in the room would also be helpful. The breakfast each morning was delicious! They had many options and each one was very tasty ! The property itself is beautiful and the staff is very friendly and helpful! Location is great - just outside of town. We could easily walk to dinner each evening and they have a local restaurant that delivers !! We enjoyed pizza by the pool ! All in all we loved our stay and would recommend this property!

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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Meander08865852689 Family Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, England
10
Birdies dream
Pros:

We had 3 calm and very relaxing nights here, enjoying all the birdlife (Toucans, Macaws) in this idyllic little setting.
Far enough away from town to have peace but only 10 mins away to stroll to one of the many restaurants.
Would highly recommend

2025-12-27 via Tripadvisor
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C8203WXjoeg Couples
10
Wonderful Costa Rican experience
Pros:

Very nice experience, staff was wonderful and very accomodating, rooms very clean and quiet and a bonus was the breakfast buffet. Highly recommend.

2025-12-26 via Tripadvisor
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meredithl751 Family
8
Decent clean place to stay
Pros:

This hotel had a clean comfortable room with good air conditioning. The breakfast was very nice. The pool was also very enjoyable and clean. Landscaping around the property was very beautiful and there was lots of animals and birds to look at. They also were accommodating to our arrival time and let us check in a bit early.

However, i did not rate this 5 stars because there were some drawbacks. The bed was very hard and not very comfortable. The temperature control in the shower was impossible to get right (either freezing or scalding hot) so i had cold showers. The plugs were not located close to the bed so charging was more difficult. The power also went out from about 6-7:30am one morning so there was no hot water, wifi, or lights at that time —no communication was made about this being fixed or when it would be back.

It is a little farther from the town so be prepared to walk 10mins or uber (~$2-3 per uber trip). Also I would recommend to bring water shoes because the concrete around the pool is very rocky and hurts to walk on.

2025-12-26 via Tripadvisor
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206jerryd Family
10
Quiet, peaceful and easy walk to downtown
Pros:

We came to La Fortuna to see the volcano and do some rafting. Arenal Country Inn was comfortable, clean, and quiet. The perfect place to rest and recharge in between adventures.

We enjoyed the breakfast buffet. The Country Inn is a little outside of town so it is very quiet, but still an easy walk to restaurants and downtown.

2025-12-19 via Tripadvisor
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christophkF4612OV Solo travel
8
Solid hotel for a short stay
Pros:

Solid hotel im very green surroundings in La Fortuna. Rooms are simple but clean. The price is okay for what you get. Staff was nice. Breakfast was okay but nothing special. In the rooms you have some noise from the nature outside which I however perceived as nice taking into consideration that you travel to a "nature destination".

2025-12-10 via Tripadvisor
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suerI6904XC Couples
10
A charming stay
Pros:

A little gem. Comfortable and clean with beautiful gardens teeming with a variety of birds. Swimming pool was a bonus.
It would be great if there was a bar but the restaurant nearby was worth a trip for Italian food and wine.

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
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Rydermamma Family
8
Great stay in La Fortuna
Pros:

Rooms were spacious and clean. Shower with great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Beds were comfortable.
Breakfast was good
Grounds were immaculate with beautiful landscaping.
Hotel is walking distance to town. Also walking distance to a fun swimming hole with rope swing which was great for teens.

2025-11-05 via Tripadvisor
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mkJ6402NO Friends getaway
10
Beautiful and Lowkey!
Pros:

Beautiful grounds with paths and foliage around the small units. Nice pool with view of Arenal and stellar breakfast every day — we loved and looked forward to having this every morning.

Vanessa and Adriana were kind and helpful with booking our adventures and shuttles. They, along with the rest of the staff, were so friendly.

The rooms are small but for the price, it was a small concession (and expected), and everything else was top notch. This location was also only a 10-15 minute walk from restaurants, grocery stores and La Fortuna.

2025-10-02 via Tripadvisor
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Wanderer38686315041 Couples
10
thank for a great experience
Pros:

everything was very pleasant. clean room, beautiful setting, friendly staff, convenient location, our vacation was very relaxing and we would love to come back again.

2025-09-15 via Tripadvisor
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Man
10
Pros:

Deserve five stars

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
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TRUNG family
10
Pros:

The property is beautiful, flowers are everywhere.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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Rosalba
8
Pros:

Excelente y muy buen servicio!

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
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jean-claude
8
Installation de plomberie à moderniser
Pros:

Very pleasant stay and beautiful surroundings, close to the city. However, it would be important to install a mixer tap for the shower. The mixer is an outdated system and absolutely not practical. In addition, the quality of the meals served for delivery by your partner restaurant is deplorable.

2025-08-03 via Nuitee
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Rutis10 Family Paris, Ile-de-France
10
Great stay in La fortuna
Pros:

We had great 3 nights in this beautiful hotel, amazing view and great swimming pool. very close to La fortuna center and other attractions.

2025-08-02 via Tripadvisor
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Robert
6
Pros:

The hotel and accommodations were nice. But one of our two rooms was very close to the highway, and was very noisy. Loud traffic noise woke me up early. Our other roo

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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reneebJ4076RM NONE
10
Pros:

Great location to be able to walk into town. Beds were very comfortable with lovely, soft comforters and great pillows. Breakfast was very good. Would definitely book again.

2025-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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giovanna family
8
Pros:

The property has beautiful gardens and very peaceful to relax by the pool. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Rooms super clean and comfortable. I will just add a microwave in the rooms .

2025-07-17 via Nuitee
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Traveler689384 Solo travel Esparza, Province of Puntarenas
10
Paradise at Arenal Country Inn La Fortuna,CR
Pros:

This is a family run business and Vanessa & family take pride and care deeply for all their guests. Breakfast is included & besides your typical breakfast, they offer fruit, cereal and toast plus coffee,tea, water & fruit drink.
The rooms are clean, comfortable beds, hot showers & don’t worry about running out of hot water plus a/c, fridge and English speaking channels.
The grounds are impeccable and the gardeners keep everything immaculate.This is truly Paradise to reflect & just take the beauty in! The pool is very clean & well maintained.
Daniel & Jonnathan at the front desk are very helpful and both speak English. They can book day trips & offer local restaurants and general information about La Fortuna.
This was my 5th time staying here & each time gets better!

2025-07-05 via Tripadvisor
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Terri family
8
Pros:

We stayed here as a family of five (with kids aged 13, 8, and 5), and it was a wonderful experience. The pool was perfect for our kids—just the right size for them to enjoy and play safely. The location is great too; it's within walking distance to downtown La Fortuna, which made exploring easy and fun. The daily breakfast was delicious and a great way to start each day. We would absolutely stay here again as a family!

2025-06-20 via Nuitee