Brisas Arenal Hotel

2.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, near La Fortuna Waterfall
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Lunch and dinner served, garden views
Family Room
Lunch and dinner served, garden views
Building design
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

Explore the area

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1.6 kms southeast from Z13, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Arenal Volcano
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

La Fortuna

At Brisas Arenal Hotel you'll be 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from La Fortuna Waterfall and 4.9 km (3 mi) from Baldi Hot Springs. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .The restaurant, Yellow Tree, is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this La Fortuna lodge include Los Lagos Hot Springs and Ecotermales Fortuna.

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 17 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Perezoso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪La Cava Pizza a la Leña - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Brisas Arenal Hotel

Lodge with free parking, near La Fortuna Waterfall
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Brisas Arenal Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this La Fortuna lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Brisas Arenal Hotel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchens offer fridges and separate dining areas.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. 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) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: CRC 3,500 for adults and CRC 3,500 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Yellow Tree

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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 8:30 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately CRC 3500 for adults and from CRC 3500 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Brisas Arenal
Brisas Arenal Fortuna
Brisas Arenal Hotel
Brisas Arenal Hotel Fortuna
Brisas Arenal Hotel La Fortuna
Brisas Arenal La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Brisas Arenal Hotel?

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

Is parking available at Brisas Arenal Hotel?

Yep, Brisas Arenal Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes Brisas Arenal Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and late-night room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Brisas Arenal Hotel.

Does Brisas Arenal Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered at Brisas Arenal Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Brisas Arenal Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Brisas Arenal Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Brisas Arenal Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Brisas Arenal Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Brisas Arenal Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Brisas Arenal Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 347 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, beautiful family owned property. The breakfast is amazing and surrounded by toucans and parrots along with hummingbirds and other wildlife. Clean rooms with warm showers. Very close to many great food options if you don’t want to eat at the hotel. The family is very kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harshal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Brisas. We’d booked a family room which was large and well appointed. The grounds on which the property is, are excellent with numerous birds. We saw Toucans multiple times. They’ve also got an onsite hiking trail. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Katee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with nice walking trail. Really enjoyed quiet mornings listening to the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful setting, clean rooms and wonderful breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is excellent. Everything is fantastic, very clean, the staff is very friendly and customer oriented and the area is beautiful. For the people that like the forest, it is one of the best property that I have visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my favorite place we stayed while in Costa Rica. Quaint cottage on beautiful grounds. Very quiet and peaceful, woke up to bird call. A short hiking trail on the premises. $10 to buy breakfast which we did not pay for but there was a nice breakfast area so I’m sure it would have been nice. There was a small coffee maker and fridge in the room so we made our own coffee and enjoyed it sitting outside on the porch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lihong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend this hotel to others and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so serene. Surrounded by greenery, a beautiful walking trail on the property and about a 5-10 minute drive to town. The beds were comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most amazing stays I’ve had. You get to be tucked away in the jungle yet have all you need in town a short walk or drive away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views. Many beautiful birds. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family loved our stay at Brisas Arenal Hotel. It is convenient to town, yet set far enough away to provide a peaceful getaway. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful with the walking trail on the property being a great addition. Our room was clean and large. We ate twice at the Soda Tita Rosa down the street for dinner and really enjoyed the family that ran it and the closeness to Brisas. We were incredibly happy with our choice to stay at Brisas and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

La fortuna

Great hotel with view of arenal volcano and a short drive to la fortuna. Plenty of wildlife, mostly birds on grounds. Breakfast was great. Picture of our breakfast buddy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and view of Arenal. Very convenient to town of Fortuna and local tours.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine Yung-Ting

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love and care from the owner of the property shows. We particularly like the fact that the property is 5 min drive away from busy downtown. Tucked away in nature. Enjoy beautiful sounds of wildlife, garden, and some bird watching. Breakfast and dinner options offered are delicious with local ingredients.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful place to stay and rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Great place!

We had a perfect view of the Arenal Volcano right from our porch. Very quiet place with lots of birds. The gardens were beautiful on the property. We had a car so it was a short 5 min drive to La Fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

ricky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

I’d avoid with families

It was a funny stay at brisas. There’s no denying that the setting is amazing. You really do feel immersed in nature and it’s very peaceful. I found the staff pretty hostile and not very welcoming, especially the receptionist. It feels a bit more like a self catering lodge than a hotel. The room was dated, like it hasn’t been touched since the 70s but it was still clean and comfortable. With the air con it was either cold or very cold, difficult to get a happy medium. We had a blocked drain in the toilet one afternoon, through no fault of our own. And when we told the receptionist he just said ok I’ll send someone to sort it. No one came to sort it until the cleaners came the next day and all they did was clean the dirty pan. The toilet was never actually unblocked. Maybe this is a normal occurrence. Having to order breakfast at reception the night before was annoying. I’d understand if it was some lavish breakfast, but it was literally just rice eggs and toast. Not sure why this needs ordering in adavance. We forgot to order it one night so ended up skipping breakfast the next day through fear of upsetting staff by just turning up. Be aware there is no pool, a photo on hotels.com looks like a pool although after re reading I didn’t see anything saying there was a pool so this is as my error, but there def isn’t one. Also be away if you book as a family or more than two people, weirdly you only get 2 breakfasts included in the room rate. We were a family of 5, @ $9 each
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Berk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The gardens are beautiful. The rooms are a bit dated and need to be renovated. The price is very reasonable. Room service was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great outdoor breakfast area with bird viewing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025