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Arenal Xilopalo

2.5 star property

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Pool
Exterior
Superior Room | Living area
Superior Room
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

Explore the area

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Calle 478, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 5 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the area

La Fortuna

Arenal Xilopalo places you in the centre of La Fortuna, within just a 15-minute stroll of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and patios. .Enjoy access to horse riding/hire and bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this La Fortuna hotel include Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 13 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Arenal Xilopalo

Arenal Xilopalo offers its guests a rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. The business-friendly Arenal Xilopalo also features concierge services and a hair salon. Self parking is free.

This La Fortuna hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
Arenal Xilopalo offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts cash
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

Arenal Xilopalo Hotel La Fortuna
Arenal Xilopalo Hotel
Arenal Xilopalo La Fortuna
Arenal Xilopalo Hotel
Arenal Xilopalo La Fortuna
Arenal Xilopalo Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Arenal Xilopalo?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Arenal Xilopalo?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arenal Xilopalo on 3 May 2026 start from AU$69, 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.

Is parking available at Arenal Xilopalo?

Yep, Arenal Xilopalo has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arenal Xilopalo?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arenal Xilopalo?

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

Are pets allowed at Arenal Xilopalo?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Arenal Xilopalo Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Different, toucans and other wild animals at sight.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless rooms, amazing staff. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leena

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

Excellent overall stay

Spacious rooms. We loved the breakfast area amidst the trees - enjoyed watching the colorful butterflies and birds all around us! Special shout out to Armando who spotted several sloths during the sloth tour and frogs during the night tour
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place . This is not a fancy resort nor is it trying to be. This hotel was affordable and perfect for my family of four: spacious rooms, Good breakfast , lots of birds outside our rooms. Nice and helpful staff walking distance to town . We had a car so we did not take advantage of the many tours they were able to provide . I do regret not doing the sloth tour with Armando but we didn’t have enough time in La Fortuna.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Migdalia, Guayama

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La estadia estuvo muy buena y amena. Atencion y servicio al cliente estuvo agradable. Recomendado.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite we had was perfect for our family of 6. It was spacious, with plenty of sleeping space, hot water, air conditioning, quiet atmosphere yet still close to anything we needed in La Fortuna. We saw toucans! The kids played billiards and enjoyed exploring the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Xilopalo! It was authentic to the area and felt like a private resort but was close and walkable to town. We enjoyed the pool. The highlight was that breakfast was delicious and had an excellent view of the Arenal volcano. Our suite was spacious. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nilesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's right in the middle of the town. The hotel is basic and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location,walking distance to bar/restaurants

We were surprised to an upgraded massive room so that was great! Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

If you love nature, you'll love this hotel

We loved our stay at this hotel. It had everything we needed as well as being great value for money. The staff were polite and friendly and showed us around the facilities on arrival. It's not 5* accommodation but it more than makes up for it with the wildlife and views. Our room was spacious with 2 double beds, kitchenette and fridge. You can pay for breakfast with a decent choice each morning. Slightly out of the main La Fortuna area, but only a short stroll to restaurants. The main attraction for us was the location and wildlife. Mount Arenal is the backdrop where you can view it over breakfast, alongside all the wildlife that visit. We saw toucans, hummingbirds, red squirrels and woodpeckers and countless other exotic birds I can't name. There is a relax/pool area too. We booked a number of tours through the hotel and they were cheaper than booking through the providers website. I would highly recommend doing Armandos sloth tour, and he was also on hand just after sunset to take you through the gardens and point out the frogs and lizards which we'd never have found. All in all we loved our here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ye

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is bird watching every morning at the breakfast area which is amazing. We saw variety of birds. The hotel room is very basic, the shower was not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Arenal Xilopalo was well situated in area providing quiet evenings and beautiful breakfast views of the bird’s local to the area. Rooms were spacious but outdated. If looking for luxury this is not the place. It is affordable, roomy, and meets needs for a group traveling. Loved the rates to book excursions through hotel also. Did many things and staff were amazing. Night tour by guide on property was worth the pictures we will have for a lifetime. Much gratitude for this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think the best asset of this hotel is the staff. They are friendly, approachable and with great communication skills. I also like the location because the hotel is beside a forest and lots of animals and birds visit it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option for hotel in la fortuna, especially for the price. Rooms are dated, but nice property and staff. Ee really enjoyed our stay, breakfast was also really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite feature was the attached restaurant that overlooked a field. They had trees right nearby with fruit hung up so that all sorts of birds came up close. Good areas to sit and read by the pool. Easy 5-min walk or less into town for shopping, groceries, pharmacy, or more food. Bathrooms were average, but rooms are spacious, with AC and a desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Ok room

Hard to find good places in La Fortuna during busy season. Everything is either booked or overpriced. The price here was good but the room was old and shower water was not hot. Location was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here, the staff were lovely and really helpful. The room was basic but had everything I needed, and I didn't spend much time in it anyway! Housekeeping cleaned the room daily. Lovely little restaurant upstairs serving a choice of breakfast, you can sit and watch the birds from the seating area. They put bananas up in the trees and you can see toucans, plus a variety of other birds eating them. A big shout out to Armando, who made my stay here, he's so knowledgeable and spends ages ensuring you get great photographs when you go on tours with him. I was so lucky and saw a sloth come to the ground right in front of me; I came to Costa Rica to see sloths and I still can't believe how many I saw! He would also knock on my hotel if he saw any cool wildlife (because he knew how much I loved it!), so I could go and get photos. The hotel is easily walkable to restaurants and shops and if you're feeling up to it, you can walk to La Fortuna Waterfall (I did this, be warned it's very steep! But worth it!) Thank you for a great start to my holiday in Costa Rica. Pura vida :)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omid

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You definitely get the Costa Rica experience staying at this hotel. Great price, within walking distance of the town/ restaurants. Clean pool, rooms and plenty of wildlife within the facility. There are plenty hummingbirds around the bushes by the parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in various places around Costa Rica and this was our best .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrés

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

Relajante

Un lugar Natural, muy cerca del centro pero alejado del ruido, El desayuno estuvo muy bueno.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Honorine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay to visit Arenal volcano. A bit away from the noice and the traffic of la Fortuna which is good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024