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Aunty Arenal Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in La Fortuna with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Flat-screen TV
Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Triple Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Carretera al Volcan, Zeta Trece, 300 Metros Este del Super Cristian, La Fortuna, 21007

What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 21 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chante Verde - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Aunty Arenal Lodge

Hotel near Baldi Hot Springs
Aunty Arenal Lodge provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and airport pick-up service (surcharge)
  • Charcoal grills, coworking spaces, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Aunty Arenal Lodge offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Private yards, ceiling fans, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • 24-hour pick-up airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee weekdays 8:00 AM–9:30 AM: USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Aunty Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Aunty Arenal La Fortuna
Aunty Arenal
Aunty Arenal Lodge Hotel
Aunty Arenal Lodge La Fortuna
Aunty Arenal Lodge Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Aunty Arenal Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Aunty Arenal Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aunty Arenal Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aunty Arenal Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aunty Arenal Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Aunty Arenal Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Aunty Arenal Lodge located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Costa Rica Chocolate Tour, Ecoglide Arenal Park, and The Motmot Jungle. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and La Fortuna Waterfall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Aunty Arenal Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 192 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed this property with a view of the Arenal volcano. It was quite a long bwalk to the centre of La Fortuna but there were also restaurants wothin 15i mnutes. This was essental as no food available at the hotel, apart from breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Pool is beautiful. Room clean. Daily service nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

NICLAS

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not really worth the price. The place feels like it was built a long time ago and not maintained too well. The pools are much smaller in reality vs the photos
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kay

Liked: Amenities
The property is on very beautiful grounds. At the end of a dirt road. Secluded and felt safe. We stayed in upstairs room with a comfortable king sized bed. Breakfast was included and cooked fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great i extend my stay for two more nights. This was the 2nd time i have stayed here. A little out of the way but great value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sriram

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property photos show as if its like a luxury lodge. It doesn't even have fully running hot water even after repeated ask to fix it. The rooms are ok. Kitchen is very old and small. Utensils are old and dirty. Highly pricey for the amount they charge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice property, clean rooms and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property well maintained Wonderful friendly staff Love this property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Amenities
Such a wonderful stay! Nice amenities, kind staff, cute breakfast and pool. Also amazing cats hanging around
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carly

Liked: Staff & service
Great location close to everything in La fortuna!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great base to explore the Arenal area, close to the hot springs and waterfall, and several great dining options nearby. The units are basic but clean and well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property far enough away from the downtown to be quiet but close enough for a quick drive to the amenities Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the essentials. AC, fridge, pool, bathroom, free parking and a GREAT breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Vikrant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple and affordable accommodation. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laura and Fernado super host. Quiet and everything in short distance. Great kind customer service. Gracias Fernando y Laura. Pura Vida!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

guanzhi

parking is easy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sisse kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the place. The staff was nice and the breakfast fantastic 😀 the only downside was the noise in the evening from the “party room”- the arguing and loud music till late in the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Family

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I can recommend this Lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly host but basic amenities
Welcoming host but basic amenities. The kitchen was old, small and uncomfortable to cook in. Plates and glasses are mismatched, and stored high in a cupboard with a ledge, very impractical. Pots and pans are stored in the oven. Drawers are broken. There is nothing in the kitchen: no salt/pepper/oil, and not even coffee filters. The pools are not heated, and as we came in November they were cold. Very disappointing. The jungle animal noises are loud, which can be good or bad - you decide. I did not like that someone came in to make our beds without my knowledge. Otherwise, Fernando was very friendly and gave us promptly what we needed (extra chair, oven dish, sewing needle). Good location in La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

elzbieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like peace and quiet this is the place for you. Great starting point for day trips
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at Aunty Arenal Lodge. Staff was very nice. Property was beautiful. Pool and spa were great. Animals roaming around was nice to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great find, would stay again.
We enjoyed this lodge. Close to town and all activities, yet secluded but safe. Property has nice landscaping and 2 fun pools with waterfalls. We would stay here again. Thank you!
View of pools from top terrace that has hammocks to relax in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious. Staff are super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Paula

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent for budget stay
Hotel needs updating. Lights in one room didn’t work, there was a bit of a smell and because windows open there were little bugs. Not much to do at hotel, but it did have a washer (no dryer, but clothesline in laundry). We booked a 3 night stay, but only stayed one night and switched to a hot springs resort. It was quiet and we all slept well. We had 5 adults, 2 rooms and 4 beds, so it suited what we were looking for space-wise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and pool. Beds are rock hard
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023