Hotel Faro Arenal

3.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools
Garden
An outdoor restaurant with tables covered in red and white checkered tablecloths, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Family Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Del Súper Cristian Nº 4, Continuar 1 km, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

La Fortuna

At Hotel Faro Arenal you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from La Fortuna Waterfall and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Baldi Hot Springs. 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. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class La Fortuna hotel, attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 18 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chante Verde - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante SelvaRústica - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Faro Arenal

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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. 195 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 280 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Champion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended beautiful spot friendly pricy food but good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the views and walking trail on the property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was great. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L

We had a very nice stay. The breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room staff breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Modern hotel units,set in the exotic tropical forest. Owner and staff incredibly kind,gracious and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful grounds to walk around with wildlife to view and nice areas to relax and hang out. Close to downtown La Fortuna and walk-able if you are inclined. Staff also very helpful and friendly. Nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the hotel Faro Arenal. The rooms were very clean. The breakfast was delicious. Check in and out were easy. The trail behind the hotel was great. We saw way more wildlife, anteater toucans lots of birds, than on the gjided mystico park trail. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the typical tico breakfast. We saw sloths and toucans on the property. Room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We saw sloths in the trail behind the hotel every day! Breakfast was delicious. Room was basic, didn't have a hair dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. The location is away from the main drag and not really walkable but it’s a cool spot. Awesome Soda spot just around the corner. Our 3 night stay was good. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a paradise! So much wildlife! The breakfast is amazing, made to order! The hiking trail is great and we saw several sloths within the hotel grounds. I feel very lucky to have stayed here! My only small complaint is that the mattress was not very comfortable. Otherwise, it's incredible! Close to town but in the peace and quiet of the jungle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My wife, 21 year old daughter, her fried and I really enjoyed this place. Staff was super friendly, breakfast was not only convenient but delicious and included with the stay. We saw sloths, hummingbirds, toucans and lots of other birds right on the property. It’s located a little out of the main town but that added to the charm, being away from the hustle and bustle. We would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying in the cozy cabin, walking the trail on the property, and the breakfast was nice too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUDIPTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent owner and great service by the staff at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location for this hotel was great. There is a good soda around the corner and the coffee/chocolate tour down the road is worth going to. Breakfast was great. There is lots of safe parking. That being said the room was just a room with a very hard noisy bed. There was wifi and A/c. We had an ant problem in our room. There are no toiletries or hot water. With all of the hotel options in the area I would probably choose a different hotel next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome manager. Food . Excellent . Pura Vida
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

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

Great location, confort and beautiful place

The hotel is very well located to explore the area. The cabin was great and comfortable. The breakfast was one of the best we had in Costa Rica. Super recommended 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna-Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very sweet staff and nice area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I nice getaway nearby La Fortuna set in nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

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