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A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.

A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a mountain view.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of a natural landscape.

A wooden deck with a restaurant, overlooking a scenic landscape with a sunset view.

1. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

19.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jorge Isai

P7,159

P8,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.

A couple in white robes sitting on a beige sofa with patterned cushions, in a room with a stone wall and a wooden railing overlooking greenery.

An aerial view of a lush, private garden with a swimming pool, surrounded by dense foliage and a small building.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.

2. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

13 km from Lake Arenal

Mehrzad

P8,583

P9,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.

A mountain with a red-roofed building complex at its base, surrounded by lush greenery.

A bar area with a central island, bar stools, hanging lights, and a tropical mural.

A couple dining at a table in a pool surrounded by tropical plants and rocks.

3. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

20.4 km from Lake Arenal

David

P8,740

P9,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hot tub with a stone base, surrounded by a pool, and overlooking a scenic view of a sunset over a body of water and hills.

A restaurant with a view of mountains and a greenhouse. Tables are set with white tablecloths and purple napkins.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a greenhouse, and a mountain view.

A building with a red roof and a small car parked in front.

4. Hotel Linda Vista

16.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jill

P4,793

P5,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A garden area with outdoor seating, a lamp post, and a view of a mountain.

A small waterfall cascading over rocks in a tropical garden setting.

A person sitting on a rock by a waterfall in a natural setting.

A resort with a large pool, solar panels, and lush landscaping.

5. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

20.2 km from Lake Arenal

Ernesto

P8,357

P9,443 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow.

A room with wooden flooring, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. Large windows offer a view of greenery outside.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and a paved path.

A balcony with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a dense forest.

6. Agua Inn

5.4 km from Lake Arenal

Maxime

P5,357

P6,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A person standing by a glass wall overlooking a scenic sunset view.

A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a hot tub.

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape at sunset.

A wooden bench area with a view of a sunset over a hilly landscape.

7. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

18.9 km from Lake Arenal

"The glass cabin 2.0 was amazing! The views from our cabin and the observation deck were absolutely unreal. We loved how clean everything was and it came equipped with all the utensils we could have possibly needed. Loved that there was an indoor and an outdoor hot tub for us to enjoy. The heated towel rack came in super handy to dry our bathing suits so that we didn’t have to pack wet soggy clothes in our luggage. I really felt like I was living in luxury, I highly recommend this place!"

My Ngoc

P6,927

P7,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A view from a covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and lush greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

A lush garden with banana trees, a pond, and a building with a blue roof.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging decorations.

8. Lucky Bug B & B

6.8 km from Lake Arenal

Anina

P5,155

P5,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A pathway leading to a pool surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A bar with a counter, chairs, and a view of the mountains.

A pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and a few lounge chairs.

A wooden deck with a view of a lake and hills.

9. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

10.5 km from Lake Arenal

PANKAJ

P4,570

P5,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, surrounded by large windows and decorative lighting.

A modern shower with a rain showerhead, a glass door, and a view of lush greenery outside.

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern eco-friendly cabin nestled in a lush forest, featuring two bedrooms with large windows, a visible bathroom, and a deck area.

10. Sangregado Lodge

13 km from Lake Arenal

Danielle

P10,338

P11,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant with wooden interior, tables with white tablecloths, and a tiled floor.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden rocking chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a wooden chair and table arrangement facing a window with a view of mountains and greenery.

11. Chateau Arenal

15.9 km from Lake Arenal

Andres

P5,044

P5,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a view through a glass door.

A bedroom with a large window, wooden furniture, and a unique wall art piece.

A covered wooden deck with a stone pathway leading to a lush green landscape.

A stone patio with a small waterfall, a wooden lounge chair, a table with a drink and flowers, and a covered area with a red roof.

12. Hotel Mystica

13.2 km from Lake Arenal

Anne-Claire

P8,459

P9,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

A modern house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A lush garden with a water feature, dense foliage, and a stone pathway.

13. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

21 km from Lake Arenal

Suzie

P14,941

P16,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A garden pathway leading to a building with a mountain in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, wooden walls, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.

A patio with wooden rocking chairs and a table, overlooking a lush garden and a mountain.

14. Hotel Campo Verde

18.2 km from Lake Arenal

Kaya

P6,408

P7,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.

A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a building with a balcony.

15. Hotel Arenal Lodge

12.1 km from Lake Arenal

henk

P6,460

P7,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A lush landscape with a swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.

A grassy area with two stone benches and a person sitting on one. In the background, there is a mountain and a few buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a lush landscape with a mountain in the distance.

16. Arenal Roca Lodge

17.9 km from Lake Arenal

"The bungalow had a great rustic feel. The view of Arenal Volcano was spectacular out of the large windows in the morning. The property is 9km out of La Fortuna, but it's only 3 or 4 minute's drive from many of the hot springs and about 10 minutes from the restaurant hub in La Fortuna. The staff were very friendly (I've yet to meet a Costa Rican who wasn't) and I would recommend staying here to anyone."

keith

P3,471

P3,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.

A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A modern house with large windows overlooking a coastal landscape.

A room with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a green sofa.

17. Hotel Laguna Arenal

4.3 km from Lake Arenal

Francesca

P11,972

P13,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden deck with a chair, overlooking a lush garden with a river and mountains in the background.

A table set for two with a view of the outdoors.

A wooden cabin with two beds, a balcony, and large windows.

A view of a garden with a pathway leading to a wooden bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a backdrop of a sunset sky.

18. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

19.9 km from Lake Arenal

Shannon

P5,075

P5,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense greenery.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by brick walls and greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

19. Confort Arenal

17.6 km from Lake Arenal

Vernon

P4,294

P4,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A resort with a large pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A tropical resort with a mountain view, lush greenery, and a pathway leading to the buildings.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings surrounded by lush gardens and palm trees.

A resort courtyard with palm trees, a view of a mountain, and outdoor seating areas.

20. Hotel Lavas Tacotal

18.2 km from Lake Arenal

Jennifer

P5,233

P5,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Arenal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,607 reviews	View
Hotel Linda Vista	9.0 Wonderful 978 reviews	View
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"It’s an amazing experience. The stay is memorable with great service and hospitality. The hot springs, food, location, scenic views everything is just fantastic. Highly recommend this please in La Fortuna for a family stay. The room size is awesome too. Very spacious for 4 ppl."

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great resort it’s our second time there and it’s always top notch service and staff. Loved it."

Hotel Arenal Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Best view of the Arenal volcano and nice quiet property with natural vegetation."

Sangregado Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The most amazing place I have ever stayed!"

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second time staying at this resort! The staff is very friendly and helpful! The grounds and amenities are clean and well kept And the price is affordable! I would recommend this place 10/10"

Hotel Mystica

10/10 Excellent

"Limpieza, mantenimiento y jardinería de la propiedad, excepcionales. El desayuno, maravilloso."

El Tigre Hideaway

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hideaway! Highly recommend it. Great walk around the waterfalls - best in Costa Rica! Even got my laundry done in a day."

Casa Donna Rosa B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Werner and Carlos are beautiful hosts and we really enjoyed the property and the delicious breakfast! We really appreciated that they immediately took the time to make a reservation to the Hanging Bridges and recommend a great restaurant. Thank you both!"

Lucky Bug B & B

10/10 Excellent

"The gardens are incredible and the many humming birds were a joy. I have been in many art galleries with local art. This is one of the better galleries created from many talented artists."

Other attractions near Lake Arenal

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

9.6/10 (2,685 reviews)

Enjoy the hot springs and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

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Tronadora Arena

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Tronadora Arena during your trip to Tronadora. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.

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Monteverde Frog Pond

2.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Monteverde Frog Pond during your stay in Tilaran. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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FlyZone Wakeboard School

Enjoy an outing to FlyZone Wakeboard School during your stay in Tierras Morenas. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Quebrada Grande Arena

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Quebrada Grande Arena, and enjoy other activities in Quebrada Grande such as hiking. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

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Cerro Tovar

You can learn about the history of Tilaran when you stop by Cerro Tovar. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Cavernas de Venado

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cavernas de Venado and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Venado. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

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El Tigre Waterfalls

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at El Tigre Waterfalls during your travels in Cabeceras.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Arenal?

Lake Arenal is located in an area that travelers like for its volcano viewpoints. You'll find 139 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Arenal?

La Mansion Inn Arenal is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lake Arenal. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Laguna Arenal and Casa Donna Rosa B&B.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Lake Arenal?

Expedia has 139 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Arenal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Arenal, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Lake Arenal.

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Our top choices for Lake Arenal hotels

1. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

2. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

3. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

4. Hotel Linda Vista

5. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

6. Agua Inn

7. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

8. Lucky Bug B & B

9. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

10. Sangregado Lodge

11. Chateau Arenal

12. Hotel Mystica

13. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

14. Hotel Campo Verde

15. Hotel Arenal Lodge

16. Arenal Roca Lodge

17. Hotel Laguna Arenal

18. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

19. Confort Arenal

20. Hotel Lavas Tacotal

Compare popular hotels close to Lake Arenal

Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Sangregado Lodge

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Hotel Mystica

El Tigre Hideaway

Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Lucky Bug B & B

Other attractions near Lake Arenal

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Tronadora Arena

Monteverde Frog Pond

FlyZone Wakeboard School

Quebrada Grande Arena

Cerro Tovar

Cavernas de Venado

El Tigre Waterfalls

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