Name: Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Address: 22 km Oeste de la Fortuna de San Carlos 1.7 km del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna, 21007, CR
Telephone: +61 3 8827 0770
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

La Fortuna Alajuela

Check in 3:00 PM

Check out 12:00 PM

Immerse yourself in natural healing at Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails, where thermal waters promise ultimate relaxation, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Costa Rica Sky Adventures. This family-friendly lodge is 15 minutes drive to Butterfly Conservatory and 30 minutes drive to Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.

Unwind naturally with a private balcony, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, in-room coffee & tea facilities and daily housekeeping and access to rejuvenating hot springs. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility and an in-room safe.

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Property Details

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this Colonial lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Gift shops or newsstand
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Ziplining nearby
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of hot tubs - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Wheelchair accessible parking
Bicycle rentals nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Fireplace in lobby
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Eco-friendly toiletries
Accessible airport shuttle
LED light bulbs
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Free breakfast
Horse riding nearby
Daily
Ecotours on site
Laundry facilities
Rafting nearby
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Fishing nearby
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Table tennis
Foosball
Pool access ramp on site
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Television in common areas
Wheelchair-accessible pool
No elevator (single level property)
Spa treatment room(s)
Arcade/game room
Well-lit path to entrance
Hiking/biking trails on site
Horse riding/rental on site
Garden
Full-service spa
Boat tours nearby
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
Luggage storage
Front desk (limited hours)
Playground on site
Number of restaurants - 1
Library
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Children's pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hot springs nearby
Free self parking
Kayaking nearby
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
Year Built - 1992
Total number of rooms - 48

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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 and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Jilguero serving guests of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. This lodge has 2 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Lake Arenal - 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Cerro Chato Lake - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Arenal Eco Zoo - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Butterfly Conservatory - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Arenal Volcano - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Arenal Volcano National Park - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Tabacon Hot Springs - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Wellness Park Costa Rica - 13 km / 8 mi
Titoku Hot Springs - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Go Adventure Park - 14 km / 8.7 mi
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 14.5 km / 9 mi
Natura Eco Park - 16.1 km / 10 mi
Los Lagos Hot Springs - 17.1 km / 10.7 mi
Paradise Hot Springs - 17.8 km / 11.1 mi
The nearest airports are:
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 24.7 km / 15.4 mi
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 139 km / 86.4 mi
The preferred airport for Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

Professional property host/manager
LGBTQIA+ friendly
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Essential workers only - NO
No elevators

Pets

Service animals not allowed
Pets not allowed

Other charges

Airport shuttle fee: USD 225 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

22 km Oeste de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela 21007, Costa Rica

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