Hotel Villas Vista Arenal

Hotels
8.2 (1048 reviews)
800 metros oeste de la Iglesia Catolica , Fortuna , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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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!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1048 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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Alessandra • couple • it
7
Grande e abbastanza comodo ma vecchio e decadente
Pros:

Grandezza e ubicazione

Cons:

Vecchio, trascurato, piscina sporca

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Kemberly • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Cedeño Santana • solo_traveller • cr
10
Vista espectacular del Arenal 🇨🇷
Pros:

Su ubicación es genial, muy cerca del parque central y con una vista espectacular del Arenal 🇨🇷

Cons:

Lo único que no me gustó fue que el Wifi algunos días casi no nos funcionó.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • extended_group • es
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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mercedes • family_with_children • es
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Mayté Isabel • family_with_children • pa
9
Pros:

-me gusto mucho el area que etsaba junto a varios puntos de actividades y de naturaleza.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Really convenient location. In town but really green, with direct uninterrupted view of volcano from room patio and pool. Humming birds in the bushes.
Good size wooden family cabins with huge fridge.
Everyone enjoyed the tipico breakfasts.
When there was a problem with the lock and we couldn't work the key, the owner was incredibly helpful and moved us to a different room at 10pm.
Great value for money.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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María I. • solo_traveller • pr
9
Pros:

Es un lugar con vista directa al Volcan. También se puede caminar al centro y tiene supermercado y restaurantes cerca. Proveen desayuno y tiene una nevera.

Cons:

El baño tenía un olor desagradable.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Bayron • solo_traveller • cr
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • cr
9
Pros:

La ubicación, vista del volcán desde el hotel cuando estaba despejado

Cons:

Las opciones de desayunar deberían mejorar

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • cr
9
Tiene las 3 B’s.
Pros:

Me encantó la ubicación, para ir caminando a conocer el centro, las cabañas muy bien para lo que se necesita ir a descansar, el desayuno muy bueno también!

También se observaron los perezosos!

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • gb
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Ariel • family_with_children • ar
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Denis • couple • ca
10
Un bon rapport qualité / prix. J’y retournerait assurément.
Pros:

Localisation, vue sur le volcan, tranquillité, la réception (bienvenue), les conseils

Cons:

Le déjeuner trop ‘’basic’’,
Et la toilette dans notre unité coulait difficilement

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Charles • couple • us
4
A barely adequate place to stay.
Pros:

The room was pretty basic but comfortable enough. It did have ants along the back wall, including some winged that were annoying. Bathroom was ok. The room came with a small refrigerator, which was very useful. The hotel is near the Coffee/Chocolate/Sloth Park, which has an entrance fee but is kind of fun; however, it is quite a long ways from La Fortuna itself, requiring either a very long walk or a taxi. The young woman in the front office was very nice and helpful but knew little English (and we knew little Spanish). We felt safe and the price was reasonable.

Cons:

The "hotel" consists of individual cabins; the walls are basically single boards so sunlight filters through. Our room had an air conditioner but it didn't work too well; the young woman in the front office kindly brought us a floor fan to help cool things off. The location is not good if, like us, you have no car or bicycle---it is a long walk to town along uneven pavement (if there is any). Our major crisis was the bolt lock on the inside of the door: it jammed early in the evening and we were stuck inside our room. The front office was closed and not staffed; we worried that we would be trapped in our room until a friend called the police, who got someone to whom we passed the room key through the window. The lock was jammed from the inside and could only be opened from the outside. We never heard any apology from management or any discounted price (which would have been nice)---maybe management never even knew about the incident.
Nearby restaurant was serviceable for dinner but certainly nothing to write home about. Overall, "Hotel" Villa Vista was our least favorite stay during our two-week visit. We wouldn't stay there again if we return to La Fortuna.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Aroa • solo_traveller • es
5
Pros:

Las ubicación , muy cerca de la fortuna pero no en las calles principales .Además si está despejado tienes vistas al volcán y tienen los jardines muy bonitos . Desayuno rico.
Además no teníamos adaptador y las trabajadoras nos dejaron uno sin problema , eran muy amables .

Cons:

Para el espacio que hay dentro de la cabaña se podría poner aunque sea un hervidor de agua o microondas. Además la nevera perdía agua y teníamos que poner alguna toalla en el suelo. Y por último, se ve algo descuidado por dentro tanto en decoración que podría estar mejor como algunas tablas de maderas separadas de la pared o con algún agujerito por donde nos entrabas alguna hormiga y bichito

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • extended_group • cr
9
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Jose • extended_group • cr
9
Pros:

Vista, granja

Cons:

Mantenimiento

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Margherita • couple • it
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Allan • solo_traveller • cr
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee