Hotel Colores del Arenal

Hotels
8.5 (279 reviews)
La Fortuna, San Carlos, 200 metros norte del Supermercado Palí , Fortuna , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Pleasant amenities
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Rooms could be improved
Slightly distant from the city center

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Generally clean, but minor issues mentioned in the reviews related to room maintenance.
Service
9
Staff was mentioned positively multiple times, indicating good service.
Location
8.5
Convenient location, though a bit further from the center than some guests would prefer.
Room Quality
8
Rooms were clean but some guests mentioned they were small or slightly worn.
Amenities
9
Well-equipped with facilities like a pool, gym, and garden that were appreciated by guests.
Value for Money
8.5
Overall value aligns with the quality and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast was notably praised, adding value to the guest experience.
Overall Experience
8.5
A mostly positive experience overall with minor areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:17

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Hotel Colores del Arenal in Fortuna boasts an inviting indoor pool and complimentary WiFi for all guests. Each room is equipped with modern comforts like cable TV, air conditioning, and a private patio. The bathrooms feature stylish showers, some with a relaxing bath, and complimentary toiletries. Enjoy picturesque views of the lake and garden right from your room.

Convenient Facilities
Guests can take advantage of the free parking provided by the hotel, ensuring a hassle-free stay. Whether you're arriving by car or renting one to explore the area, parking is one less thing to worry about during your visit.

Accessible Location
Situated just 71 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, Hotel Colores del Arenal offers a convenient location for travelers. Easily reach the hotel to start your vacation promptly.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Hotel Colores del Arenal? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that the pool is available from Monday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. And on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 5:30.

For certain rates, the property reserves the right to request 50% of the total price of the reservation, which the client must make by bank transfer to the account that is indicated.

From Monday to Friday you can take CrossFit classes with schedules in the morning from 6 to 8 and in the afternoon from 4 until 7. Customers must book in advance to schedule the class.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 279 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Paula solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

The hotel is a tiny paradise surrounded by nature and wildlife. The rooms are spacious, there is cleaning service everyday and the breakfast is delicious. The staff is very welcoming and make you feel like part of their family

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
M
Marcela couple us
10
It was an amazing day. The staff was incredible. It was close to everything within walking distance, and it was so peace
Pros:

The staff was amazing in the place was very well, kept and very peaceful, close to everything within walking distance

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
E
Edgardo Siles solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

El ambiente tranquilo y las vistas.

El personal muy atento y muy humano.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Polly solo_traveller gb
9
An amazing stay from start to finish and incredible value for money. The beautiful natural setting, abundant wildlife, d
Pros:

I absolutely loved my stay at Hotel Colores del Arenal and genuinely didn’t want to leave. It’s amazing value for money and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

The hotel is located about 15 minutes outside of town, which I actually really liked. The surrounding area has everything you need nearby including supermarkets, sodas, pharmacies, restaurants, and even a gym.

The grounds are beautiful and full of wildlife. We regularly saw a sloth mum and baby visiting the trees around the property which was such a special experience. Breakfast is served in a lovely pergola surrounded by trees next to the lake — such a peaceful and beautiful setting to start the day.

Breakfast itself was delicious, plentiful, and freshly made to order. The traditional breakfast was my favourite.

The staff honestly became like a second family during my stay. Every single person was so warm, friendly, and welcoming. They would chat with guests, help spot animals around the grounds, and even let us use binoculars to see wildlife up close.

The rooms were very comfortable with great air conditioning, reliable hot water, two double beds, and a desk. I also used the laundry service which was very convenient.

The onsite gym is basic, but you can still get a solid workout in with the equipment available. The staff mentioned they were planning upgrades and adding more machines. There’s also another gym just around the corner with heavier weights and machines for around 2500 colones per day.

The pool was another highlight — large, very clean, and the perfect temperature for cooling off after a hot day exploring.

Cons:

I’m being very picky here because overall the stay was fantastic, but a proper desk chair instead of a stool would make working in the room more comfortable.

A full-length mirror in the room would also be a nice addition.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
M
Mark solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Excellent place close to La Fortuna. Helpful staff, lovely breakfast. Would definitely recommend!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

El hotel es comodisimo, las camas fenomenales.
El recinto es espectacular con árboles llenos de aves, iguanas, perezosos, ardillas etc.
Pasa por el recinto un río maravilloso y todo está lleno de vida.
Además tienen una piscina olímpica para las horas de calor y un gim de pesas.
Y para colmo hay un chico/guía con ojo de lince que te señala todos los animales para fotografiarlos.
Este hotel es un 10 y si pudiera me quedaría más días.
Seguro que volveré.
Gracias

Cons:

Todo me encantó y para colmo está dentro del pueblo de la Fortuna y al lado de un supermercado.

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
M
maria cristina solo_traveller ar
10
Pros:

Elnpersonal, y tenia tender

Cons:

Nada

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
A
Antoine couple fr
10
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
F
Fabiola solo_traveller cl
9
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
M
Maud family_with_children fr
10
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
P
Peter family_with_children ca
10
Awesome. Would definitely stay here again.
Pros:

Step out of your room, dive into the pool, climb out of pool, cross the street and walk to the beach. Return, have a cold drink on your balcony and maybe BBQ something poolside for lunch.

Cons:

Noise from road and bed. Both easily solvable issues that the fantastic hosts said they would implement. Not a deal breaker and to be expected with location but was noticeable.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
R
Rachel couple ch
10
Le paresseux dans l arbre en face de la chambre, le petit déjeuner top avec fruits frais, très proche du centre et calme
Pros:

Le paresseux dans l arbre en face de la chambre, le petit déjeuner top avec fruits frais, très proche du centre et calme, le staff très gentil.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
A
andy family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

Great location, very friendly and welcoming staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
J
Joao solo_traveller br
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
L
lorri couple ca
10
Excellent staff and locations, very safe; highly recommend!
Pros:

The staff were amazing and the breakfast was delicious! They knew we wanted to see a sloth and went out of their way to help us… we got to see a mamma sloth and her baby!

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
C
Cruz couple cr
9
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
M
Mathias family_with_children de
9
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan family_with_children cr
9
Pros:

La amabilidad del personal y el desayuno.

Cons:

Tienen bastante espacio fisico, seria lindo que creen espacios bonitos para fotos.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
C
Carla family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Excelente no tengo nada negativo, fueron muy pro activos y me ayudaron es todo

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
M
Milene family_with_children pt
9
Pros:

The staff was super nice, the place is very beautiful. We loved the breakfast by the lake.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee