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Next weekend
11 Rab. II - 13 Rab. II
In two weeks
18 Rab. II - 20 Rab. II
In one month
2 Jum. I - 4 Jum. I
In two months
30 Jum. I - 1 Jum. II

Compare 40 Hostels in El Castillo with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Socialtel La Fortuna
Sundeck

Socialtel La Fortuna

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (193)
"Stayed in one of the cabins — it had a rip in the screen and we got eaten alive by bugs overnight. Didn’t seem worth the money, especially because the “hostel” no longer has a kitchen. Slightly weird vibe. Great location though"
The price is SAR 158
SAR 179 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Socialtel La Fortuna
Socialtel Monteverde
Yoga

Socialtel Monteverde

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (139)
"Most comfortable bed I've had at a hotel in years! Special shout out to Olyer Otarola who provided excellent service and assistance!"
The price is SAR 302
SAR 341 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Socialtel Monteverde
Hostel La Choza Inn
City view

Hostel La Choza Inn

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (198)
"Very nice hostel, staff very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. Our had a small refrigerator and TV with lots of channels. Bed very comfortable, good shower"
The price is SAR 184
SAR 208 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Hostel La Choza Inn
Poshtel Arenal
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Poshtel Arenal

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (182)
"Very Nice staff"
The price is SAR 208
SAR 235 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Poshtel Arenal
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel
Hot springs, body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy, body wraps

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (13)
"the overall place and our room were under our expectations for this type of accommodation and value for the money, after having travelled for four months in south and central America. We were also surprised to be asked to move to the hotel next door for our second night and when we asked for the reason, we receive mixed messages. Not a overall pleasant experience "
The price is SAR 148
SAR 167 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel
Hostel SantaFe
Hiking

Hostel SantaFe

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17)
"Overall a great place to stay! The showers in the room I stayed at were kind of weird and looked broken but for the price, I will take it any day. They have wonderful service and a guitar which I was able to play while I was not doing anything. I would totally recommend it. "
The price is SAR 127
SAR 144 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Hostel SantaFe
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Family Room, Balcony, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Great locations , friendly hosts."
The price is SAR 161
SAR 182 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Hostel Cattleya
Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Cattleya

1.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
"Cattleya was better than we expected! Our group was exploring Monteverde/Santa Elena for 2 days, and we were provided with a very clean, large private room (including our own mini kitchen and full fridge, in addition to the communal kitchen). The reception area is separate (about 3 min drive) from the rooms, but not inconvenient. There are lots of restaurants nearby. We actually got food from a nearby grocery store and cooked in our room. Overall, amazing price for what you get. It was...
The price is SAR 75
SAR 85 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Hostel Cattleya
Asha Hostel
Fireplace

Asha Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5)
"The reception was very nice, it felt very safe and clean"
Asha Hostel
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
Terrace/patio

Hotel Sloth Backpackers

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Host was real friendly and very helpful "
The price is SAR 235
SAR 266 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel
Living area

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
coati del arenal
Hiking

coati del arenal

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Unit is very clean, in good, newer condition. Conveniently located but hard to find as it lacks prominent signage to indicate you're at the right place; and has no "front desk" to check in at when you arrive which is problematic as its just a house in the midst of many others. There is a bar/club nearby that goes til 2:30AM each night. Pack ear plugs. The A/C worked well. Good base of operations for visiting the stites. "
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."
Arenal Sloth Hostel
Río Danta Hostel
Living area

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"
The price is SAR 133
SAR 150 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Río Danta Hostel
Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast
Front of property

Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast

2.0 star property
The price is SAR 284
SAR 321 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Outdoor pool

Arenal Backpackers Resort

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (10)
"Pros: - The place is well manicured and has a nice pool. - The location is close to town but still quiet Cons: - I was lied to. Repeatedly. The cook in the kitchen lied and told me he was the manager. The girl at the check in counter lied and told me that rooms were still being cleaned, even after I saw the cleaning crew leave. - The check in counter girl was incredibly rude. - The cook in the kitchen tried to lecture me any time I had a problem with something. (and they were legitimate...
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Hotel La Cascada - Hostel
Exterior

Hotel La Cascada - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (6)
"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
Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel
Panoramic Cabin | Balcony

Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"They didn't clean my room during my 3 day stay but it was a decent place to stay, and cheap in a country that is expensive, I would stay again"
Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel
Monteverde Monkey hostel
Aerial view

Monteverde Monkey hostel

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"I have traveled in many countries and slept in numerous hostels around the world and this is one of my all time favourites. The owner is absolutely amazing and super helpful. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The location is good and the dorm room was nice and clean. I recommend this place very much!"
Monteverde Monkey hostel
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Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!
Pool

Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"We absolutely loved our stay at this home. The location was perfect- it is far, yet close enough, to the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. The neighborhood was quiet and homey. Plenty of restaurants and markets within walking distance, so many days we didn’t even leave! We absolutely loved the pool. It was so refreshing and we spent HOURS in it a day. We loved just walking around the neighborhood petting dogs, cats, feeding horses, catching fireflies and talking to locals. We were so sad to leave...
Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!
Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
Interior

Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (105)
"Property was fantastic, beautiful view and garden and pool. Place was well looked after and clean, hosts were great. Town was friendly with decent places to eat. Butterfly sanctuary is a must. Really enjoyed waking up everymorning to the sounds of birds and view of the volcano"
Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views
Terrace/patio

Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"We stayed here in 2019 as well. Incredible views of Lake Arenal, volcano and jungle with howler monkeys and beautiful birds. We love the Eagle's Nest for a morning coffee and just to enjoy the view. 30 minutes from La Fortuna and 5 minutes from 3 nice restaurants and markets. Will go back again in the future. "
Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views
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.