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Check availability on Arenal Family friendly Hotels

Tonight
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Tomorrow
Aug 20 - Aug 21
This weekend
Aug 21 - Aug 23
Next weekend
Aug 28 - Aug 30

Our top choices for Arenal family-friendly hotels

1. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Santa Rosa
P4,931
P5,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

2. Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica
Santa Rosa
  • Family paradise with a lazy river, playground, and massage spa awaits, just steps from Lake Arenal's stunning vistas.
P8,342
P9,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Hotel Mystica

3. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
La Fortuna
P7,060
P7,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

4. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
La Fortuna
  • Family getaway with volcanic views offers children's pool and rainforest adventures.
P9,135
P10,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

5. Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
La Fortuna
  • Family fun blossoms at this rainforest lodge near Arenal Volcano, where children explore playgrounds, game rooms, and adventure trails.
P9,441
P10,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hotel Arenal Lodge

6. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
La Fortuna
P8,599
P9,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

7. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Celeste Mountain Lodge
Bijagua
P7,052
P7,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Celeste Mountain Lodge

8. Hotel El Silencio del Campo

Hotel El Silencio del Campo
La Fortuna
P14,537
P16,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel El Silencio del Campo
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Top Arenal Hotel Reviews

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent
"The bungalows were perfect and all of the staff was super friendly and helpful. The food was 10 outta 10 and the location is great. My only wish is that they provided some non-motorized sporting equipment to use like boogie boards and SUPs. They have 2 boogie boards that someone had probably left behind but 1 of them of broken."
Pamela 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay here. The selection of hots prings was out of this world - but beware of those waterslides - some of them were extremely painful and dangerous"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"This resort was incredible- Location was secluded and away from the main parts of town and was truly a diamond in the jungle. Spent 3 nights with family and had replanted tours with other good operators and later found out Chachagua also offered these services too. The property was well manicured, the hot springs were awesome in the rain, as well as some of the nature walks/night walk. The food on property was great and staff was super accommodating and strived for perfection. Would definitely stay again!"
Chester 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Hotel Lomas del Volcán

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice property , good pool area, stunning volcano view"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

8/10 Good
"The"
Christine 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"The overall set up of the building was very cool. Loved how the rooms were set apart from the main area, in our case, through an outdoor walkway. And what a great common area inside and outside on the deck! The deck overlooked the countryside. The breakfast options provided were wonderful and we felt well taken care of. The decor of the building and rooms was truly unique, loved the white stucco, open beams and coloured glass bead designs! Very comfortable, clean and accommodating stay."
Monica 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The natural hot springs are truly amazing. The food at the restaurants is excellent and staff and very friendly ans helpful. Make sure you have a poncho as it rains allot!"
Conrad 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gorgeous with attentive staff and amazing food. Best breakfast buffet I have ever experienced. Highly recommend."
Kimberly 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing experience here, absolutely beautiful location would highly recommend and likely come back :)"
Valeria 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What's Arenal like for family-friendly vacations?
The relaxing destination of Arenal is a great choice if you've been considering a vacation with the kids. The hot springs, mountain views, and rainforest are just a few things that make this a great place for a family vacation. Fly into La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is located 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from the city center.
What's the best place to stay for a family trip to Arenal?
Hotel Mystica is a hotel with a lazy river and an outdoor pool, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Arenal?
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 are July, October, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 16 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Arenal?
While you and your family are visiting Arenal, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Tenorio Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, and Wellness Park Costa Rica. Make sure you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area like Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano.