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

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

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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

1. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

19.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jorge Isai

₩154,697

₩174,807 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

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.

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

₩185,060

₩209,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

A modern bedroom with two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

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.

3. Sangregado Lodge

13 km from Lake Arenal

Danielle

₩223,408

₩252,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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 hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a bed with towels and flowers.

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

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

4. Hotel Linda Vista

16.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jill

₩103,580

₩117,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

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

A landscaped entrance with a sign for Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

5. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

20.4 km from Lake Arenal

David

₩188,432

₩212,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

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

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

6. Agua Inn

5.4 km from Lake Arenal

Maxime

₩115,766

₩130,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A woman walking on a pathway surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers, leading to a pool area.

7. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

20.2 km from Lake Arenal

Ernesto

₩180,175

₩203,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 building with a red roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

8. Lucky Bug B & B

6.8 km from Lake Arenal

Anina

₩111,406

₩125,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A hot tub in a wooden room with a Netflix sign, chairs, and a glass door leading to a kitchen.

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

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

9. 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

₩130,511

₩147,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

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.

10. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

10.5 km from Lake Arenal

PANKAJ

₩99,461

₩112,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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 bed, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of a mountain and greenery.

11. 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

₩75,011

₩84,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A hammock in a wooden room with stone flooring and large windows.

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

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

12. Hotel Mystica

13.2 km from Lake Arenal

Anne-Claire

₩182,789

₩206,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two white chairs, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a mountain view.

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

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

13. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

21 km from Lake Arenal

Suzie

₩323,708

₩365,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A modern building with a glass entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

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

14. Chateau Arenal

15.9 km from Lake Arenal

Andres

₩109,006

₩123,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A modern house with large windows overlooking a coastal landscape.

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

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.

15. Hotel Laguna Arenal

4.3 km from Lake Arenal

Francesca

₩258,708

₩292,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

An aerial view of a residential area with multiple houses, each with a distinct roof style, surrounded by green lawns and trees.

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

16. Hotel Campo Verde

18.2 km from Lake Arenal

Kaya

₩138,473

₩156,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

A reception area with a tiled floor, wooden benches, potted plants, and a sign indicating the reception.

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

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

17. Hotel Arenal Lodge

12.1 km from Lake Arenal

henk

₩139,631

₩157,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A bar with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

A wooden dining table set with various dishes and fruits, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden staircase leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

18. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

16.5 km from Lake Arenal

Valeriia

₩560,552

₩633,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense greenery.

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

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

A house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

19. Confort Arenal

17.6 km from Lake Arenal

Vernon

₩92,781

₩104,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

A wooden building with a pathway leading to it, surrounded by greenery and trees.

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

20. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

19.9 km from Lake Arenal

Shannon

₩109,673

₩123,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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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
Sangregado Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 258 reviews	View
Hotel Linda Vista	9.0 Wonderful 978 reviews	View
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,602 reviews	View

Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

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."

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent

"Property is expansive and immaculately maintained. In the off season it felt as if we had rented the entire beautiful property. Lots of walking and stairs — be warned. Everyone very eager to assist and please. Food is fine but unimaginative and ridiculously expensive. Cocktails are great, but still priced for NYC."

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."

Rancho Margot

10/10 Excellent

"My 2 kids (9yo, 11yo) and I went to Rancho Margot for 5 days seeking an immersive experience at a sustainable working farm in the rainforest, near Arenal. It’s about 30 min from La Fortuna. And we got it! We loved it. We experienced what a circular economy looks like, and how it can work. We enjoyed their fascinating workshops on how to make soap, chocolate, and cheese (queso fresco). We swam in their lovely pool. We also did zip lining and thermal springs off-site. Their food is so good and fresh and healthy and grown on the farm, or locally sourced. Breakfast is included. Lunch and dinner can be purchased their which we HIGHLY recommend. More importantly, we made friends for life. If you choose Rancho Margot, you must manage expectations: - There will be a few bugs in your room. - There will be mosquitos so buy natural repellants with eucalyptus oil, and then learn how to crush the farm’s citronella leaves to then apply the oil on your skin - it works! We found out like a day too late LOL). - It does rain quite a bit. - It is warm and can be humid. - Things can stay damp. - Rooms are made from lovely wood and have what you need but there is no TV or ac. There is WiFi. - They will show you how to use the thick curtains to sleep at night and can provide mosquito nets upon request. This is NOT a resort or an American style hotel if that is what you want or seek. This is a working farm that is energy self-sufficient, fed by almost pure water. It is a treasure."

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!"

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. Sangregado Lodge

4. Hotel Linda Vista

5. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

6. Agua Inn

7. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

8. Lucky Bug B & B

9. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

10. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

11. Arenal Roca Lodge

12. Hotel Mystica

13. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

14. Chateau Arenal

15. Hotel Laguna Arenal

16. Hotel Campo Verde

17. Hotel Arenal Lodge

18. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

19. Confort Arenal

20. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

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Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Sangregado Lodge

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Hotel Mystica

El Tigre Hideaway

Rancho Margot

Casa Donna Rosa 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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