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Arenal Backpackers Resort

Property class: 2

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A swimming pool with a tiled deck area, a bar, and outdoor seating.
A room with two beds, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.
A covered corridor with tiled flooring, metal railings, and a view of lush greenery outside.
A residential area with multiple houses, lush greenery, and a central garden.
A treehouse structure with a red circular window, surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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La fortuna, 600 Metros Oeste del Parque Central, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to another room.

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View

A room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A room with two beds, a large window with a view of greenery, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a door, and a red chair.

Comfort Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

La Fortuna

At Arenal Backpackers Resort you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this La Fortuna hostel include Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 15 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Arenal Backpackers Resort

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Arenal Backpackers Resort. Parking is available for a fee.

This La Fortuna hostel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arenal Backpackers Resort offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This La Fortuna hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (USD 10 per stay)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arenal Backpackers Resort

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 30 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 10 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Arenal Backpackers La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Yep, Arenal Backpackers Resort has a secured uncovered self car park for USD 10 per stay. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

How much does it cost to stay at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arenal Backpackers Resort on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$177, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Arenal Backpackers Resort have a pool?

Arenal Backpackers Resort has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Arenal Backpackers Resort a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Arenal Backpackers Resort.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

No, Arenal Backpackers Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Arenal Backpackers Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

angie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Callan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this backpackers! Super cool rooms, and the view is excellent looking straight at the Arenal volcano! Awesome pool and bar right on property and downtown is so walkable from the front of the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Interesting place, in the description states there is a swim up bar but this doesn’t exist, the bar itself is only open 5-9pm and they didn’t have things like gin when we stayed. Our pod was cute but it was very small so be aware when booking! The receptionist was very unfriendly really did need to learn some customer service skills. The pool was nice but it’s a very quiet hostel so don’t expect a lively atmosphere. Would recommend for one night but probably not longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

LAURA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Avoid like the plague!

Pros: - The place is well manicured and has a nice pool. - The location is close to town but still quiet Cons: - I was lied to. Repeatedly. The cook in the kitchen lied and told me he was the manager. The girl at the check in counter lied and told me that rooms were still being cleaned, even after I saw the cleaning crew leave. - The check in counter girl was incredibly rude. - The cook in the kitchen tried to lecture me any time I had a problem with something. (and they were legitimate concerns - I don't need a lecture because you are incompetent.) - My first "barrel" had ripped pillows and ripped curtains. - My second "barrel" had trash in it. - The bathrooms and showers were NEVER cleaned. They were always disgusting. - They only take cash at the bar/breakfast kitchen - but there are no signs anywhere to let anyone know about it. - If you ask for the manager / owner's contact, all they give you is the main address that anyone can answer. They did not reply to the email - Speaking of answering, if you book through hotels.com and hotels.com tries to call them to deal with problems, they refuse to answer the phone here so that problems can't be dealt with. - They offer no flexibility whatsoever with reservations. One person tried to check in to their room at 2:56pm (official check in time is 3pm) and was told no, it's not 3. - If you ask if a room might be available earlier than 3, they will not look - they will just tell you it is not 3. No flexibility or customer service
Ripped pillow
Ripped curtain
Trash left behind in my room (there when I arrived)
Trash left in shower - there all three days I was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

edgar manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Increíble lugar, súper bien ubicado, las instalaciones están súper bien por el precio y es perfecto para hacer amigos en un viaje de mochilero
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

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

Pods at Arenal Backpackers

We stayed in the pods, was an awesome experience! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Matthieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nous avons loué les cylindres pour passer un beau moment romantique. Le seul hic aucune belle vu sur volcan. Très déçevant pour cette raison sinon le tout est un hotel classique resort pas d'accès à une cuisine et le resto pas toujours ouvert un peu déçevant
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Det var mycket fuktigt i rören.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Troy

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023