Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails - Fortuna
The warm breeze carried the scent of wild orchids as Liam stepped onto his private veranda. Below, the dense canopy of Manuel Antonio hummed with the vibrant songs of exotic birds, while a distant toucan flashed its bright colors against the deep emerald green. This Costa Rican paradise felt like a dream, yet his beautiful eco-lodge was real. From hiking rugged trails near Arenal Volcano to surfing pristine waves, every moment here heals the soul. Do not just dream of paradise; secure your rental now.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
No. of rooms
42
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
Playground
We speak
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9.1/10
No. of rooms
42
WiFi
Pool
Spa/wellness
Parking
Meals
Playground
We speak
ES
9.1/10
Smithsonian Room + Waterfall. This room features a ceiling fan, a safe and a furnished terrace with views of the Arenal Volcano. The bathroom is private and has a shower. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel. ;
Standard Room + Waterfall. This room features a ceiling fan, a safe and a furnished terrace with views of the gardens. The bathroom is private and has a shower. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel. ;
Phil’s Villa + Waterfall. Featuring a private entrance, this villa is comprised of 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchen has a refrigerator, an oven and a microwave. The villa features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 5 beds. ;
White Hawk Villa + Waterfall. Boasting a private entrance, this villa features 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. The kitchen has a refrigerator, an oven and a microwave. The villa features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 5 beds. ;
La Casona Rooms - Share Bathroom & Private Room. The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a safe deposit box as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit has 1 bed.
Surrounded by 860 private acres of tropical rainforest and featuring an on-site lake, a swimming pool, a sun terrace and games room, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is located within the Arenal Conservation Area, only 2.7 km from the Arenal Volcano.
The rooms at this lodge feature tropical décor with wood finishes and are equipped with ceiling fan, safety box and a furnished terrace with views of the garden and the Arenal Volcano. The bathrooms are private and have showers.
The on-site restaurant serves international and local food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there is also a bar. A guided morning walk and the breakfast buffet is included forguests.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails also features an on-site bird sanctuary that has around 500 different species of birds; other recommended activities include tours of Arenal Volcanos lava flows, exploring the several nearby waterfalls, or climbing the 28 m. (92 ft.) wildlife observation tower, The Nest. Arenal Lake is an excellent site to practice sports fishing. There are also 11 km of walking trails throughout the property, or guests can just relax in the hot tub or have a massage in the spa.
The property is 9 km from the hot springs at Tabacon River and 22 km from La Fortuna Village. The Daniel Oduber International Airport is 2 hours and 30 minutes’ drive away.
The hotel day starts from hour 15:00 and ends at 12:00.
Please note that the road to reach this lodge is not in optimal conditions. Some guests may prefer to rent a 4x4 vehicle to reach the property.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Fence around pool
Body treatments
Children's playground
Outdoor furniture
Bar
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Electric vehicle charging station
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Infinity pool
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Beauty Services
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Process in place to check health of guests
Physical distancing in dining areas
Airport pick upadditional charge
Cashless payment available
Body scrub
Canoeingoffsiteadditional charge
Spa facilities
Hiking
Smoke alarms
24-hour security
First aid kit available
Massageadditional charge
Terrace
Restaurant
Pool with view
Physical distancing rules followed
Outdoor pool (all year)
Packed lunches
Tour desk
Luggage storage
Walking toursadditional charge
Outdoor pool
CCTV in common areas
Invoice provided
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Body wrap
Accessible parking
Shallow end
Happy houradditional charge
Daily housekeeping
Parking
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Shared lounge/TV area
Sun terrace
Shuttle service
Garden
WiFi
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Fruitsadditional charge
Kids' mealsadditional charge
Private parking
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Facial treatments
Airport shuttle
Key card access
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Games room
Horse ridingadditional charge
Designated smoking area
Kids' pool
Fishingoffsiteadditional charge
Car hire
Fire extinguishers
Spa and wellness centreadditional charge
Free parking
Cycling
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Spa/wellness packages
Full body massage
Board games/puzzles
Table tennis
Security alarm
Airport drop offadditional charge
Free WiFi
Delivered food is securely covered
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Breakfast takeaway containers
Non-smoking throughout
Non-smoking rooms
Internet services
Safety deposit box
Swimming pool
Laundryadditional charge
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
