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Compare 39 Hostels in Arenal Hot Springs with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Selina La Fortuna - Hostel
Pool
Selina La Fortuna - Hostel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165)
"Would stay again "
The price is AED 441
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Selina La Fortuna - Hostel
Selina Monteverde - Hostel
Pool
Selina Monteverde - Hostel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (113)
"The relaxing vibe, the restaurant, the drinks and the food were amazing. The spa and the yoga spot were very nice as well as the staff who helped us with any questions we had!"
The price is AED 337
AED 372 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Selina Monteverde - Hostel
Hostel La Choza Inn
Garden
Hostel La Choza Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (171)
"Great stay. Good typical costa rican breakfast. Friendly staff and simple good room."
The price is AED 145
AED 163 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hostel La Choza Inn
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Asha Hostel
Interior
Asha Hostel
2.0 star property
The price is AED 92
AED 104 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Asha Hostel
Poshtel Arenal
Pool
Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (168)
"Very cute little spot centrally located in La Fortuna, easy to get around and grab what you need. "
The price is AED 218
AED 240 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Poshtel Arenal
Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel
Terrace/patio
Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (72)
"Great place to stay! Staff very knowledgeable of the area and willing to help. My room was very nice. Night winds were high so it was a bit loud. Nothing the hotel can change, just part of the area. Just something to be aware of in the area."
Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Room
Arenal Backpackers Resort
2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (9)
"Loved this backpackers! Super cool rooms, and the view is excellent looking straight at the Arenal volcano! Awesome pool and bar right on property and downtown is so walkable from the front of the property! "
The price is AED 312
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Hostel SantaFe
Terrace/patio
Hostel SantaFe
2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Great hostel in the heart of La Fortuna, situated 40 metres from Selina Hostel and 2 minutes from the bus terminal, main plaza and supermarkets. The kitchen is exceptionally well equipped and the entire ambience of the place is calming and cozy. WiFi was great too. Note though that the 9 bed dorm consists of triple bunks."
Hostel SantaFe
coati del arenal
Front of property
coati del arenal
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"We had a wonderful time. Hikda and Dani were ex eptionally gracious and accommodating, even when we misplaced our keys! I stay in many differnet types of lodging in Costa Rica, amd I bring tourism clients, and this one is now high on my list of places I must return. "
The price is AED 202
AED 216 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
coati del arenal
Arenal Sloth Hostel
Hiking
Arenal Sloth Hostel
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Great hostel situated in a nice neighbourhood, 5 minutes walk from the centre including the supermarkets and bus terminal (the centre is frankly not as pleasant as the suburbs). Rooms have secure key codes, and lockers are situated in the communal kitchen which is large, clean and well equipped. Everything was good. Would recommend."
The price is AED 84
AED 93 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Arenal Sloth Hostel
Little Paradise Hostel
Exterior
Little Paradise Hostel
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3)
"Alexandra is an amazing host. She was very accommodating, warm and helpful. She even brought us bread and pinto gallo in the morning. LIttle Paradise is well situated and all the major sights (La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde) are at most an hour drive away. The property is scenic and vast, with a beautiful view of the lake. Alexandra has big plans for the future too - a restaurant, spa and more. My travel buddy and I agree that we would have been happy to stay 2 weeks at Little Paradise -...
Little Paradise Hostel
Río Danta Hostel
Front of property
Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
Río Danta Hostel
Hostel Cattleya
Room
Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Great place to stay to visit Monteverde. It a good deal in this touristic area. The room was clean, so the shared bathroom was. Easy self parking on site and the hotel is walkable for the center of Santa Elena. "
The price is AED 62
AED 71 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Hostel Cattleya
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
View from property
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Host was real friendly and very helpful "
The price is AED 220
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
Hotel La Cascada - Hostel
Room
Hotel La Cascada - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5)
"We had a wonderful time. We visited La Fortuna years ago and since we’ve been back, many things have changed. We liked Cascada because it gave us the experience we had before; a modest and humble place where you see true Tic@ hospitality "
Hotel La Cascada - Hostel
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
Terrace/patio
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
1.0 star property
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
Hospedaje Linda Vista - Hostel
Shared kitchen
Hospedaje Linda Vista - Hostel
1.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (2)
Hospedaje Linda Vista - Hostel
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel
Restaurant
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (11)
"Great location, Staff is friendly and helpful! reasonably priced"
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel
Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel
Front of property
Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Be sure to calibrate your expectations: this is not a luxury apartment. It was, however, an excellent value. While the building wasn't new, the room was well-kept. We were able to find parking each night on the street in front, but had to relocate the car closer one night. The owner is helpful and friendly, and the included breakfast of fruit, eggs, and gallo pinto was solid (especially at this price point). "
Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Front of property
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Very friendly and accommodating host - Marleny and family. Clean and friendly place with much information about local tours, eating places, and organized transport to and from San Jose. Great kitchen facilities! and Marleny prepared us a delicious breakfast, for US$7. Comfortable rooms and very clean. The location is noisy on weekends, especially at night, with passing traffic on the main road."
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
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Other property types in Arenal Hot Springs

Villas Jawara
Exterior
Villas Jawara
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Our family of 5 loved this remote spot with an incredible view of the volcano. It is as beautiful as the photos show. The host was great- this place is truly a gem."
The price is AED 1,070
AED 1,186 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Villas Jawara
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Living room
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (349)
"Amazing place, a peaceful location in a magical forest "
The price is AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Lake Cabin #2. AC / WiFi
Exterior
Lake Cabin #2. AC / WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"The cabin was in a pretty location on the side of a small lake — but the location doesn't match that on VRBO which states it's in La Fortuna town. It's actually several miles out of town, which was a problem for us since we didn't have a rental car and there's no public transport serving the area. The owner offered us a lift into La Fortuna on our first day, but beyond that we had to keep booking Ubers which also were quite unreliable. The cabin was nice but could do with a bit of upkeep —...
The price is AED 239
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Lake Cabin #2. AC / WiFi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Arenal Hot Springs?
Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 74°F. The rainiest months in Arenal Hot Springs are July, October, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 16 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Arenal Hot Springs?
Generally, Arenal Hot Springs is known for its hot springs, ziplining, and local tours. Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park. Get out into nature with places like Los Lagos Hot Springs, Termales Los Laureles, and Baldi Hot Springs. Additional attractions include Kalambu Hot Springs, Tabacon Hot Springs, and Ecotermales Fortuna.
What's the best way to get to and around Arenal Hot Springs while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Arenal Hot Springs in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away from the city center. Another option is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), located 48.1 mi (77.4 km) away.

Recent reviews of Arenal Hot Springs hotels
Expedia verified reviews

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

5/5 Excellent
"One more excellent resort located in La Fortuna area.Reception staff was very courteous and helpful.Manrique Sanchez ( I hope I got the name right) helped us with the tours and his suggestions were spot on for our family needs. Cleaning staff and all support staff were top notch.You will not regret staying in here."
A verified traveler stayed at Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Posted 2 days ago
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience