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Compare 40 Hostels in El Castillo 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, (168)
"Very accessible "
The price is AED 182
AED 201 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Selina La Fortuna - Hostel
Hostel La Choza Inn
Garden
Hostel La Choza Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (175)
"Great for the price paid "
The price is AED 202
AED 228 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hostel La Choza Inn
Selina Monteverde - Hostel
Pool
Selina Monteverde - Hostel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (117)
"Amazing views "
The price is AED 204
AED 225 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Selina Monteverde - Hostel
Poshtel Arenal
Pool
Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (172)
"The private rooms are a good size. The staff are very helpful with organizing excursions and giving travel tips. Eddie’s a great bar tender as well!"
The price is AED 184
AED 205 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
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
7.0 out of 10, Good, (10)
"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 281
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Arenal Backpackers Resort
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 124
AED 133 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
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 146
AED 162 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Arenal Sloth Hostel
Hostel SantaFe
Room
Hostel SantaFe
2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"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."
The price is AED 91
AED 101 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hostel SantaFe
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"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 73
AED 83 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
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
24 Sep - 25 Sep
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 "
The price is AED 73
AED 122 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel La Cascada - Hostel
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
Terrace/patio
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
1.0 star property
The price is AED 119
AED 131 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Alpha Arenal - 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
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
Hospedaje Linda Vista - Hostel
Shared kitchen
Hospedaje Linda Vista - Hostel
1.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (2)
Hospedaje Linda Vista - Hostel
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Terrace/patio
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."
The price is AED 102
AED 113 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Hotel Indigo House
Exterior
Hotel Indigo House
2.0 star property
Hotel Indigo House
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Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!
Explore el Castillo, Vacation Rentals Costa Rica, Best Panoramic Views
Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"We enjoyed a short stay at this home. Its in the perfect location for rural experience of Costa Rica, but close enough to jump over to La Fortunas tourist trap. We watched the parrots (yellow naped and toucans) play and eat every morning with the volcano backdrop. We also got to see a pizote on our ride into La Fortuna. The Butterfly Conservatory is magical and within walking distance. We had a great and inexpensive meal at Ventamita Cafe as we enjoyed the view. We went to La Fortuna for...
Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!
Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
In a country filled with beautiful vistas, none is more beautiful than ours...
Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"The house was everything you needed; cozy, quaint, stunning views, gorgeous landscaping and privacy. It accommodated everything we needed, which was surprising because we failed to realize there was no central air, and we have a ln 11 month old, but the area we were in stayed relatively cool, and even better at night (nice & cool) and they provided multiple fans to circulate the air. We were never uncomfortable. It was truly a treat for my son and husband who had so much fun checking out the...
Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Living room
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (359)
"Welcomed at reception and given great recommendations for what activities to do in the area. Cute cabin with kitchen including blender and rice cooker. The howler monkeys wake up with sun rise so don’t be surprised to hear them. The property has its own nature trials.Quite a central location. We would recommend "
The price is AED 321
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
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 El Castillo?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in El Castillo are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in El Castillo?
Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park. Get out into nature with places like Lake Arenal, Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, and Arenal Volcano. Additional attractions include Butterfly Conservatory, Arenal Eco Zoo, and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.
What's the best way to get to and around El Castillo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in El Castillo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from the city center. Another option is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 47.7 mi (76.8 km) away.