Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Gorgeous landscaping
Excellent hot springs
Cons:
Spotty WiFi
Average food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.71
Rooms were simple but clean.
Service
9.18
The staff are wonderful and provided excellent service.
Location
9.22
The setting and location is amazing, with a view of the Arenal Volcano.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms were simple, meeting expectations for the hotel quality.
Amenities
9
Excellent pool and hot springs; however, in-room amenities were older.
Value for Money
8.96
Very good value for money product on offer.
Food and Beverage
7.71
Food was average, and the mojito was disappointing.
Overall Experience
8.98
A great place to stay with many enjoyable experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:18

Property Description

Breathtaking Views of Arenal Volcano
Hotel Kokoro offers stunning views of the majestic Arenal Volcano, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay. The hill-top swimming pool allows you to relax while taking in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Luxurious Spa and Eco-Friendly Accommodation
Indulge in relaxation at the Wakami Spa, offering a variety of rejuvenating treatments. The eco-friendly rooms and villas, adorned with Costa Rican décor, ensure a comfortable and sustainable stay amidst tropical gardens.

Culinary Delights and Outdoor Adventures
Savor Costa Rican dishes with a Japanese twist at the Umami Restaurant. For adventure seekers, the hotel's proximity to Arenal National Park offers opportunities for hiking, white-water rafting, and zip-lining.

Experience the perfect blend of luxury and nature at Hotel Kokoro. Book now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please note the open hours of hot springs is from 9:00am to 10:30am & 2:00pm a 8:30pm.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$23 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$23 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 341 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.96
Food and Beverage: 7.71
Overall Experience: 8.98
T
Tabrizianpour solo traveller us
8
Very good
Pros:

Really gorgeous landscaping, green, excellent pool and hot springs. Rooms were simple but clean.

Cons:

In room amenities were on the older side, WiFi was spotty.

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
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Christoph young couple za
8
Stay at Kokoro Hotel and see the Volcano from your chalet!
Pros:

The setting, location respectively at Kokoro Hotel is amazing. Seeing the Arenal Volcano in all its glory literally from the bed was an amazing experience. The natural „gardens“ and forests around the property are wonderful. One can spot birds and other animals by walking around. We also enjoyed the hot springs even though the waterfall was not working. Kokoro Hotel has got a very good value for money product on offer.

Cons:

Nothing really to complain about. We would return again.

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
T
Thi family with young children us
10
Exceptional
2025-07-22 via Nuitee
A
Andreij young couple cr
8
Very good
2025-07-07 via Nuitee
J
Juan group cr
8
Very good
2025-07-07 via Nuitee
N
Nick family with young children us
10
Kokoro means heart in Japanese- pertectly named!
Pros:

The property is beautiful. The gardens are gorgeous. We saw so many different types of birds on the property. At night, we saw many types of frogs around the pond, too. The hot springs are very relaxing and pretty. The staff are wonderful as well.

Cons:

I would say there isn't anything we didn't like. They offer alcoholic drinks like mojitos, but they are not good. If you are going to offer a mojito, make it with fresh mint, limes, sugar... Muddle it... Use rum and club soda. This tasted like it was a canned mojito cocktail drink poured into a glass. Also, we are dinner in their restaurant one night... The food was average.
Other than that, everything was wonderful and it is a great place to stay.

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth young couple us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

I liked the staff, from the reception, to the restaurant (making a special request), and even showing us around at night to see frogs and sloths! Mineral springs were the real deal.

Cons:

It was all good.

2025-06-03 via Nuitee
E
Edopan family with young children cr
7
Good
Pros:

The View of the volcano is excellent

Cons:

Update on the thermal baths, not hot enough and required a lot of cleaning

2025-06-02 via Nuitee
H
Heidi with friends gd
7
Good
2025-05-27 via Nuitee
J
Jose family with young children cr
7
Good
Pros:

The location, close to nature

Cons:

Infraestructe kind waery, some places looked out of maintenance, jacuzzi not working, tv not working, no WiFi or really poor connection

2025-05-19 via Nuitee
S
Sandy family with young children us
10
Excellent place near Arenal national park
Pros:

The place is great!! Beautiful gardens, hot springs, walking trail, pool, restaurant with good food, and wonderful staff and service. Thanks to Peggy for all the useful tips she gave us and the warm hospitality.

2025-05-14 via Nuitee
Y
Yvette family with young children us
6
Beautiful grounds, but the rooms need updating and lighting.
Pros:

The staff was very helpful and the grounds were beautiful! Nice little jungle hike available and great views of the volcano. Close to lots of activities. They allow pets which is great! The dinner at the restaurant was surprisingly good and breakfast was yummy.

Cons:

The room was so dark, there were very little lights. It felt like camping in a rustic cabin. No outlets near the beds. The hot springs were yellow with poor water flow so it had an odd looking film on top. Not very attractive or enticing..

2025-05-13 via Nuitee
M
Mary young couple us
4
Did not live up to rating and photos; really needs to be better maintained all around; would not stay again or recommend
Pros:

Gardens were nice

Cons:

Very shabby and poorly maintained furniture and room; bedding and towels were stained; bathroom and shower poorly designed; breakfast was marginal

2025-05-10 via Nuitee
L
Lucy solo traveller gb
9
Great place, especially for wildlife and hot springs
Pros:

Lovely helpful staff, hot springs on site, sloths and armadillos etc on hotel premises, large rooms.

Cons:

There is an unnecessary (as there is also a normal lock that we get the key for) spring-loaded dead bolt on the balcony door, which locked me onto the balcony. The airconditioner also stopped working at one point but was swiftly dealt with by staff

2025-05-10 via Nuitee
E
Elvis family with young children us
8
Good location for the price
Pros:

good location
very basic breakfast included
good sized room

Cons:

hot tub was off
hot springs were neglected, nothing like in the pictures
rooms have moldy/humid smell

2025-05-06 via Nuitee
J
Jeancarlo family with young children cr
9
Cozy and great
Pros:

Natural environment

2025-05-05 via Nuitee
K
Kim family with young children mx
10
Do not hesitate to stay here
Pros:

The view of the volcano was magnificent! The grounds were lovely and the hot spring on site was fantastic. We had a lovely dinner there and the staff was friendly and helpful, even coming to get us and the kids to see all sorts of wildlife at night on the property. Our cabin was spacious, clean and comfortable.

2025-05-05 via Nuitee
D
Dena review category business travellers us
10
Exceptional
2025-05-04 via Nuitee
C
Claire young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-04-28 via Nuitee
B
Bouchra young couple us
7
Not happy
Pros:

The location was great . Close to downtown la fortuna . The Nature was awesome . A lots of trees and cute birds . The size of the room was good however the quality of everything was poor .

Cons:

The bed was soft and uncomfortable.
the pillows so soft
The curtain so light . They changed it with another light one !!!
Toilet paper cheap quality
Breakfast very basic ! No variety .
We asked if we can use the hot springs for half an hour after 9. We had a massage, and we were trying to get to the hotel fast to enjoy the hot spring at night . But we got a No !!
1st experience in La fortuna . I won t book this hotel again .
We r not picky, but we like quality .

2025-04-18 via Nuitee