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Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hostel with full-service spa and outdoor pool

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Hot springs/mineral springs, body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy
Exterior
Living area
Exterior
Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Calle 142, 700m Oeste de la Iglesicia Catolica, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | Living area

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

La Fortuna

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel puts you in the centre of La Fortuna, 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Baldi Hot Springs and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Kalambu Hot Springs. Highlights at this hostel include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering can include aromatherapy and reflexology along with access to the hot springs/mineral springs and mud bath. Enjoy access to zip-lining and a ropes course. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this La Fortuna hostel include Paradise Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Paradise Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 10 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪POPS - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

Boardwalk/promenade hostel with full-service spa and outdoor pool
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel. A beach shuttle and a round-trip airport shuttle are available for a fee.

This La Fortuna hostel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel offers 36 accommodations with air conditioning. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hostel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a mud bath. The spa is open daily. There are hot springs/mineral springs open between 10:00 AM and 9:30 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ropes course
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 45 ºC
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 53498345345HL

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs access available from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Arenal Poshpacker
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel La Fortuna
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a spa on site at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel. It has a mud bath and hot springs. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel have a pool?

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and beach cabanas, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Reviews

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ivona

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is located in the middle of the city of La Fortuna and is in a fair distance to most of the attractions and excursions. the managers and all who work at the facility are welcoming and super friendly. get ready for a super fun dance night and happy hour offered by the facility team. in addition, they can schedule tours for you for a cheaper rate. we had an excellent stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Staff is friendly and helpful! reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Gerardo

Travelled with family
Stay was paid in full to Expedia. Upon check-in, i was told by staff that Expedia did not pay the hotel the full amount and that i was liable for the balance which i had to pay on the spot. I felt i may have been victim of a scam. I await reimbursement from Expedia. Additionally, "maid service" was provided unaware to me while i was away from the room. No prior mention of this was offered, and it's not something i expect from a hostel type property. Without an in-room or on property safe, this intrusion could pose problems. Beware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

chrissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Elodie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Arenal Poshpackers. Very well located, close to stores and restaurants. The common areas are very nice, with hammocks, and a pool. You can have your room cleaned everyday. You can cook your own meal in the kitchen. Very friendly staff, especially the maids. The room are nice and clean. The AC is a bit asthmatic though!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Jania

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great budget option in the middle of town in La Fortuna. No air conditioning but for the price we enjoyed our stay in this private room in a hostel style stay. The hammocks and pool were a great plus. We used the kitchen every day which was nice to have. The location is what really makes this a great place! It's in the center of town, in the middle of restaurants, bars, and markets. Easy driving to all of the activities near la Fortuna! Overall, great deal for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location. It is right in the middle of everything. Inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

IANNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótima opção

Excelente hostel, confortável, limpo e com bom atendimento
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Económico, céntrico

Es un hospedaje económico y es suficiente para pasar un par de noches ahí, pero si requiere de mantenimiento general...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoonhee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everythong was so nice. great location and clean, cozy room. loved little pool inside of yard. it was amazing experience in La Fortuna. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juan Pablo

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good located place

Pleasant staff, good located place, travel agency, swiming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy céntrico!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021