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Hotel Faro Arenal

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near La Fortuna Waterfall

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2 outdoor pools
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Family Room
Exterior
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Del Súper Cristian Nº 4, Continuar 1 km, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

La Fortuna

At Hotel Faro Arenal you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from La Fortuna Waterfall. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free breakfast (local cuisine). .Enjoy the kids' swimming pool along with access to ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class La Fortuna hotel include Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 20 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Perezoso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪D' Balu - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Voodoo Bar & Cocktails - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Faro Arenal

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near La Fortuna Waterfall
Hotel Faro Arenal offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Faro Arenal. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star La Fortuna hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel Faro Arenal offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This La Fortuna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

There are 10 hot springs open between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

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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)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 10 hot springs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 10 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 40 ºC

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, credit card or debit card 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, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Cabinas Faro Arenal
Cabinas Faro Arenal Fortuna
Cabinas Faro Arenal Hotel
Cabinas Faro Arenal Hotel Fortuna
Cabinas Faro Arenal Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel Faro Arenal La Fortuna
Hotel Faro Arenal
Faro Arenal La Fortuna
Faro Arenal
Hotel Faro Arenal Hotel
Hotel Faro Arenal La Fortuna
Hotel Faro Arenal Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Faro Arenal?

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

Is parking available at Hotel Faro Arenal?

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

Does Hotel Faro Arenal have a pool?

Hotel Faro Arenal has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Hotel Faro Arenal a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Faro Arenal.

Does Hotel Faro Arenal serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers highly rate the free local cuisine breakfast here! Served daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Faro Arenal?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Faro Arenal's onsite restaurant.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Hotel Faro Arenal?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Faro Arenal Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 240 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

A perfect hotel

A great place just outside of the city. Quiet, peaceful and right in the rainforest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, we only wish we would have spent more than one night there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

The sound of the nature right next to you is just amazing , everything green ! The beautiful humming birds flying next to you teying to get the nectar is just an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia, Asheboro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quaint no frills hotel perfectly situated in a quiet area near the town on fortuno. Breakfast was delicious. We were a 6 person family and fit comfortably in their six person suite. Would come again. Thanks for a great stay. Loved all the beautiful flowers and hummingbirds in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a joy to stay two nights so near the volcano in such a beautiful place. The cabin was roomy, clean, and comfortable, the restaurant was excellent, and the grounds (including the "nature walk" in the jungle at the rear of the property) were spectacular. The owner and staff are great people too. I would recommend this place to anyone without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff! Great location next to chocolate tour and La Fortuna Waterfall. Great affordable option for a family!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great service. Shower and toilet needed a little maintenance but other than that everything was perfecto!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjelica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with sloths and little Al king trail on site. Staff was very friendly and helpful and individual cabins kept the stay quiet and a natural setting. About 5 min drive to town and restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the hotel faro arena and had a wonderful experience. The property owner was very friendly, and the entire property was exceptionally clean. The reception staff were welcoming and accommodating, making our stay even more pleasant. The value for the price we paid was excellent. I wish I had chosen to stay at Fatima Arenal instead of the Magic Mountain Hotel, and I will definitely stay here next time. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bibhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sujen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early and they were very accommodating. Everyone was nice and helpful. The hotel location is fairly close to the la fortuna waterfall . We didn’t have our own car but it was easy to get around using the taxi services. Nice and quiet environment with a path to explore and encounter wildlife. We saw sloths right on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Venkataramana

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Looks old can be enhanced to make it really nice. Needs some work to make it a good property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sandhya, North Brunswick

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never go to this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros -Staff was helpful recommending activities -pretty jungle path at back of property -Concenient location to town and reliable uber Cons -Electricity went out 3X first night we were there -Toilet kept backing up and gurgled/bubbled all nt
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

yu jiao

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owner Mr.J is very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

manuela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. They even washed my clothes for $5. I saw a bunch of Toucans. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AROUN

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

Holy Nature Paradise

We saw many toucans and a sloth for the first time in Costa Rica! The view was stunning and the owner was pleasant and gave us tickets to the Baldi hot springs for a very good prices. There was a problem with a gutter and the smell bothered us because it was very strong poop smell on and off. We would still be willing to come back, lovely ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and had everything we needed for our short stay. Breakfast had a great choice and was delicious. Staff were really helpful and friendly. We really loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramkrishna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was everything I was looking for and everything my family didn’t know they wanted until we got there! Amazing grounds. There was a trail through a beautiful forest full of everything tropical including tons of flowers, trees, plants and animals. We saw many sloths, toucans, crested Juan, cows and more. Woke up to a variety of birds chirping. Breakfast was included and good. Very friendly staff. One guy took me on a walk through the trail and taught me many things, I can’t remember his name (Avar maybe?) Good clean pool. Vegetable garden was fun, they are working on being fully farm to table one day. Probably 1.5 miles from lots of restaurants and 5-10 minutes from amazing La Fortuna Waterfall. The only downside was our toilet had some problems but I’m sure staff can get that fixed. They were readily available to help if needed. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024