Socialtel La Fortuna

3.0 star property

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Sun deck
Interior
Business centre
Free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Avenida 325, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in a 4 Bed Dormitory Room

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Teepee Room

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Compact Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

8 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

6 Bed Female Community Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

La Fortuna

At Socialtel La Fortuna you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class La Fortuna hostel include Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • La Fortuna Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Monteverde Brewing Company Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Socialtel La Fortuna

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Socialtel La Fortuna. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Socialtel La Fortuna offers 27 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. 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

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10:00 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 continental breakfast: from approximately USD 13 per person

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 credit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in.

Property is also known as

Selina Fortuna Hostel
Selina Fortuna
Selina La Fortuna Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Socialtel La Fortuna offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Yep, Socialtel La Fortuna has a free self car park.

Does Socialtel La Fortuna have a pool?

Socialtel La Fortuna has an outdoor pool.

What makes Socialtel La Fortuna a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Socialtel La Fortuna.

Does Socialtel La Fortuna serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Socialtel La Fortuna?

No, Socialtel La Fortuna does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Socialtel La Fortuna?

No, pets are not allowed.

Socialtel La Fortuna Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 202 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AHMET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, I had so much fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, close to the town and such kind people working and staying there too
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was a good basic clean room. I'd stay there again. Great central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erich

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

Nice and clean hotel

Nice and clean hotel, good value for money for the region
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina is an amazing hostel experience, no matter where you stay. We always enjoy the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jhon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stuff was super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amin

Liked: Staff & service
Underwhelming room in a pretty good area with lots of restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy and Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Socialtel La Fortuna. The room was clean, practical and nicely decorated. The hotel is centrally located close to shops, restaurants. The staff was very friendly. The included breakfast was excellent with many a la carte choices. The pool and bar areas were nice spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, garden, pool, and restaurant area. My room was nice and clean, front desk was always helpful with guidance, and arranging trips. Overall a good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with how spacious and clean the Selina was! Staff were very friendly and welcoming. It's right in the middle of town so everything is walking distance and they have a lot of organized tours available. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This property is cute, and fun. Not the most chic or the most squeaky clean, but a great value overall. The staff was very attentive, and there were a lot of options for everything: food, spa, tours… also very centrally located!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

moussa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible experience. I would love to stay here again. BOOK NOW! Downtown is a few steps away and the volcano is literally on the same street.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to meet people
Verified

8/10 Good

Franco

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can never go wrong with Selina. A basic but well-rounded place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and lots of amenities on-premise. Slightly far from the bus stop for airport or for other places in Costa Rica (but still walk-able), but close to the National Museum and it's not like there's many other things to see in San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as good as the other Selina’s in Latin America but still good. Quiet, food expensive but overall nice hotel with friendly staff. However local children do come in to use the pool so that area is not quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a hostel so considering this, it was good. We had a private room with bathroom, clean. Not soundproof walls/doors so not good for people with sensitive ears. Good location for activities in la fortuna and out of the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Very Impressed!

Very impressed with how nice our private deluxe room was. Bed was comfortable, shower was nice and big, and everything was clean. They offered complementary drinks every day, had a nice big pool, a full kitchen space to access, and free parking. The location is right in the middle of town so you can walk to everything. Would definitely recommend this place for your visit to La Fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerardine Abreu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time actually staying in a Hostel, I was actually very happy to be Selina my first, it was a chill place so don’t expect much party, food and drinks in the restaurant were great, I didn’t use the community kitchen or fridge so can’t really comment on that, Staff was very friendly and welcome, coming solo to La fortuna Selina made it great a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the Teepee. It was pretty cool but quite small. Also ours did not have a mosquito net...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sudarshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
4 bed dorm is close to the road and super noisy. People are good, wonderful stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024