Hotel Villas Vista Arenal

Hotels
8.2 (948 reviews)
800 metros oeste de la Iglesia Catolica , Fortuna , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Natural setting
Good breakfast
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from traffic
Basic room decor
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.78
Some concerns regarding cleanliness were noted, including a dirty pool and unfixed bathroom issues.
Service
8.75
The staff was very attentive and available for any queries.
Location
9.29
Great proximity to town center and nice views, although there were noise complaints from traffic.
Room Quality
7.24
Rooms were described as simple and basic, with some complaints about decor and humidity.
Amenities
8.27
Breakfast was appreciated, but some amenities like Wi-Fi and hot water were inconsistent.
Value for Money
7.23
Cited as not good value for money due to various issues.
Food and Beverage
8.78
Breakfast was generally viewed positively.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall a very good experience with some negative aspects but memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:37

Property Description

Tropical Paradise Setting
Hotel Villas Vista Arenal, located just 16 km from Arenal Volcano, offers a picturesque tropical paradise with charming wooden cabins overlooking lush gardens.

Comfort and Convenience
Each cabin is equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning, cable TV, and a private porch. Guests can enjoy a free daily breakfast and access to the outdoor pool.

Convenient Location
Situated a short walk from La Fortuna town, the hotel provides easy access to local shops and restaurants. With free Wi-Fi, a tour desk, and complimentary parking, Hotel Villas Vista Arenal ensures a stress-free stay.

Book your stay now at Hotel Villas Vista Arenal for an unforgettable tropical getaway!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 948 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.78
Service: 8.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 7.24
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 7.23
Food and Beverage: 8.78
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Reinhold • couple • de
5
Hatten mehr erwartet.
Cons:

Recht primitive Hütten. Runter gewirtschaftet, renovierungsbedürftig. Badezimmer nicht sauber.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • family_with_children • es
9
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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RICARDO • extended_group • pa
7
Muy centrico y buena atención!
Pros:

Lo centrico

Cons:

La entrada a las cabañas se llenan de lodo con la lluvia y esto hace que uno ensucie la cabaña. Puedenn colocar pasos o otro tipo de entrada de acceso.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Jolanthe • extended_group • de
10
Pros:

Großer Zimmer und Bad:)

Cons:

Leider kein Haarföhn :(((

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

super Lage und gemütliche Betten
Personal freundlich

Cons:

Ablageplatz und Besteck/Geschirr/Wasserkocher fehlen
2 Stühle zu wenig für 4 Personen

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Albert Rodríguez • family_with_children • cr
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Georgina • solo_traveller • es
8
Recomendable!!
Pros:

Muy buenas vistas del volcán desde la piscina. Buen desayuno.

Cons:

Las dos veces que limpiaron se olvidaron de ponernos toallas, pero es un detalle menor. El sitio está muy bien aunque un poco caro, pero entiendo que por la zona

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Nice surrounding, good Gallo Pinto, Close to Everthing,many birds, View to vulcano at good weather

Cons:

-Birds are fed,
-Dont let the AC flood the rooms

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • family_with_children • nl
6
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Beverley • couple • ca
7
Other than the bed ,it was all ok. Location is good. Dog was a cute addition
Pros:

Location - pool was nice & breakfast ok

Cons:

The mattress did not have a mattress cover on it. For sanitary considerations a cover is practical. The mattress also had the springs digging in at time . The top sheet was extremely tucked in such an unusual manner which I’d never experienced before, I had to pull hard to pull it apart.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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yael • couple • il
8
Basic and great value
Pros:

Location walking distance to town. Surrounded by nature, good breakfast

Cons:

Basic room

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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gjrr1985 • family_with_children • cr
8
Pros:

Cabañas bonitas y acogedoras.

Cons:

La TV no se veía bien, el calentador de agua de la ducha no funcionaba bien.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Maggie • solo_traveller • gb
6
Very basic but comfortable for a night or two
Pros:

Detached

Cons:

Pillows & linen not comfy, poor quality. Had to use plunger in loo!

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • couple • cr
9
Pros:

Naturaleza y muy cerca del centro de la ciudad

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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matt • family_with_children • gb
9
The manager was very helpful with any problems . Saw so many birds in the garden including toucans
Pros:

Staff were very good

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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BEKIR FERIDUN • couple • nl
8
View of the Arenal volcano with a nice background garden
Pros:

Spacious cabin with good beds, good shower and good toilet paper but no hooks to hang towels or other stuff. Functional fridge that has seen better days. Nice view on the Arenal Volcano (if not shrouded in clouds) from the pool area at the back of the garden where also Toucans and Hummingbirds (a.o.) can be seen. Good breakfast options but for dinner the on-site restaurant is a pricy steak-house. Lots of other dinner options available nearby however. The breakfast area should be relocated to the back garden where the guests could enjoy both views, birds, peace and quiet.

Cons:

The open air breakfast area is located at the front, next to the highway that brings a lot of heavy traffic noise and exhaust fumes alike.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Alvaro • family_with_children • cr
10
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Ronit • family_with_children • il
2
אכזבה גדולה.
Pros:

המקום מתאים למטיילי שטח ולאנשים שרוצים לחסוך בכסף או לאנשים ממש צעירים.

Cons:

החדרים לא נקיים,מריחים מעישון וחוסר אוורור. המקלחות נראות רע מאוד. ברחנו משם ומתוך 2 לילות שינה, לא ישנו אפילו לילה אחד.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Fabian • extended_group • cr
7
Pros:

El desayuno estuvo bueno.

Cons:

la cabaña que nos toco era un poco incomodo el acceso.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Dorien • family_with_children • nl
9
Fijn verblijf waar je kunt genieten van de vele vogels
Pros:

Huisje is mooi, ruim en wordt elke dag heel goed schoongemaakt. Je ziet heel veel vogels op het park. We hebben veel tucans rond het zwembad gezien. We waren wel blij dat we een van de laatste huisjes hadden zodat we weinig last hadden van het geluid van het verkeer. Aan de rand van het dorp/ stad zodat je er makkelijk naartoe kunt wandelen maar buiten de drukte zit

Cons:

Als je volledige rust zoekt kun je beter een accommodatie zoeken die niet aan de doorgaande drukke weg ligt

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee