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A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of a natural landscape.

A wooden deck with a restaurant, overlooking a scenic landscape with a sunset view.

A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a mountain view.

1. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

19.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jorge Isai

S$165

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A person standing by a glass wall overlooking a scenic sunset view.

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape at sunset.

A wooden bench area with a view of a sunset over a hilly landscape.

A hot tub in a wooden room with a Netflix sign, chairs, and a glass door leading to a kitchen.

2. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

18.9 km from Lake Arenal

Mengyu

S$143

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.

A room with a wooden floor, large windows, and a decorative light fixture made of circular objects.

A couple in white robes sitting on a beige sofa with patterned cushions, in a room with a stone wall and a wooden railing overlooking greenery.

3. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

13 km from Lake Arenal

Mehrzad

S$197

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.

A couple dining at a table in a pool surrounded by tropical plants and rocks.

A bar area with a central island, bar stools, hanging lights, and a tropical mural.

A mountain with a red-roofed building complex at its base, surrounded by lush greenery.

4. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

20.4 km from Lake Arenal

David

S$201

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and a paved path.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A balcony with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a dense forest.

5. Agua Inn

5.4 km from Lake Arenal

Maxime

S$101

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A garden area with outdoor seating, a lamp post, and a view of a mountain.

A person sitting on a rock by a waterfall in a natural setting.

A resort with a large pool, solar panels, and lush landscaping.

A small waterfall cascading over rocks in a tropical garden setting.

6. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

20.2 km from Lake Arenal

Ernesto

S$192

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, surrounded by large windows and decorative lighting.

A modern shower with a rain showerhead, a glass door, and a view of lush greenery outside.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

7. Sangregado Lodge

13 km from Lake Arenal

Danielle

S$238

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hot tub with a stone base, surrounded by a pool, and overlooking a scenic view of a sunset over a body of water and hills.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a greenhouse, and a mountain view.

A building with a red roof and a small car parked in front.

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a bed with towels and flowers.

8. Hotel Linda Vista

16.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jill

S$110

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A view from a covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, overlooking a river and lush greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

A lush garden with banana trees, a pond, and a building with a blue roof.

A building with a red roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

9. Lucky Bug B & B

6.8 km from Lake Arenal

Anina

S$109

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A modern house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A lush garden with a water feature, dense foliage, and a stone pathway.

10. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

21 km from Lake Arenal

Leticia

S$342

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A pathway leading to a pool surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A bar with a counter, chairs, and a view of the mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

A pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and a few lounge chairs.

11. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

10.5 km from Lake Arenal

PANKAJ

S$106

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.

A modern house with a concrete pathway leading to a white building with large windows and a balcony overlooking a body of water.

A modern house with large windows overlooking a coastal landscape.

A room with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a green sofa.

12. Hotel Laguna Arenal

4.3 km from Lake Arenal

Francesca

S$276

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a view through a glass door.

A covered wooden deck with a stone pathway leading to a lush green landscape.

A stone patio with a small waterfall, a wooden lounge chair, a table with a drink and flowers, and a covered area with a red roof.

A bedroom with a large window, wooden furniture, and a unique wall art piece.

13. Hotel Mystica

13.2 km from Lake Arenal

Anne-Claire

S$195

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A wooden dining table set with various dishes and fruits, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden staircase leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

A bar with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

14. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

16.5 km from Lake Arenal

Valeriia

S$598

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A lush landscape with a swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.

A room with a bed, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of a mountain and greenery.

A grassy area with two stone benches and a person sitting on one. In the background, there is a mountain and a few buildings.

15. Arenal Roca Lodge

17.9 km from Lake Arenal

"The bungalow had a great rustic feel. The view of Arenal Volcano was spectacular out of the large windows in the morning. The property is 9km out of La Fortuna, but it's only 3 or 4 minute's drive from many of the hot springs and about 10 minutes from the restaurant hub in La Fortuna. The staff were very friendly (I've yet to meet a Costa Rican who wasn't) and I would recommend staying here to anyone."

keith

S$80

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A table with a plate of fruit and a view of a volcano.

A fitness center with exercise equipment, a sign reading "FITNESS ROOM," and a brick pathway.

16. Hotel Arenal Lodge

12.1 km from Lake Arenal

henk

S$140

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden rocking chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a glass entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A room with a wooden chair and table arrangement facing a window with a view of mountains and greenery.

17. Chateau Arenal

15.9 km from Lake Arenal

Andres

S$107

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A natural water feature surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern house with a glass door leading to a living area, a wooden pergola, and a small pond with rocks and plants.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a glass table with a vase of flowers, a sofa with cushions, and a view of greenery outside.

18. Hotel El Silencio del Campo

21 km from Lake Arenal

Guang

S$327

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a volcano in the background.

A modern building with a glass facade, multiple dining areas, and a visible entrance.

A landscaped garden with a pathway, neatly trimmed hedges, and a small building with a red roof.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and well-maintained gardens.

19. Arenal Volcano Inn

20.2 km from Lake Arenal

Xinia Cordero

S$152

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A garden pathway leading to a building with a mountain in the background.

An aerial view of a residential area with multiple houses, each with a distinct roof style, surrounded by green lawns and trees.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.

A patio with wooden rocking chairs and a table, overlooking a lush garden and a mountain.

20. Hotel Campo Verde

18.2 km from Lake Arenal

Kaya

S$148

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Arenal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Amalú Luxury View Cabins	10.0 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,612 reviews	View
Agua Inn	10.0 Exceptional 72 reviews	View

Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The service and the food! OMG the dinners at the restaurant Tucanes! Amazing"

Hotel Arenal Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Best view of the Arenal volcano and nice quiet property with natural vegetation."

Sangregado Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The most amazing place I have ever stayed!"

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second time staying at this resort! The staff is very friendly and helpful! The grounds and amenities are clean and well kept And the price is affordable! I would recommend this place 10/10"

Hotel Mystica

10/10 Excellent

"Limpieza, mantenimiento y jardinería de la propiedad, excepcionales. El desayuno, maravilloso."

El Tigre Hideaway

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hideaway! Highly recommend it. Great walk around the waterfalls - best in Costa Rica! Even got my laundry done in a day."

Rancho Margot

10/10 Excellent

"My 2 kids (9yo, 11yo) and I went to Rancho Margot for 5 days seeking an immersive experience at a sustainable working farm in the rainforest, near Arenal. It’s about 30 min from La Fortuna. And we got it! We loved it. We experienced what a circular economy looks like, and how it can work. We enjoyed their fascinating workshops on how to make soap, chocolate, and cheese (queso fresco). We swam in their lovely pool. We also did zip lining and thermal springs off-site. Their food is so good and fresh and healthy and grown on the farm, or locally sourced. Breakfast is included. Lunch and dinner can be purchased their which we HIGHLY recommend. More importantly, we made friends for life. If you choose Rancho Margot, you must manage expectations: - There will be a few bugs in your room. - There will be mosquitos so buy natural repellants with eucalyptus oil, and then learn how to crush the farm’s citronella leaves to then apply the oil on your skin - it works! We found out like a day too late LOL). - It does rain quite a bit. - It is warm and can be humid. - Things can stay damp. - Rooms are made from lovely wood and have what you need but there is no TV or ac. There is WiFi. - They will show you how to use the thick curtains to sleep at night and can provide mosquito nets upon request. This is NOT a resort or an American style hotel if that is what you want or seek. This is a working farm that is energy self-sufficient, fed by almost pure water. It is a treasure."

Casa Donna Rosa B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Werner and Carlos are beautiful hosts and we really enjoyed the property and the delicious breakfast! We really appreciated that they immediately took the time to make a reservation to the Hanging Bridges and recommend a great restaurant. Thank you both!"

Lucky Bug B & B

10/10 Excellent

"The gardens are incredible and the many humming birds were a joy. I have been in many art galleries with local art. This is one of the better galleries created from many talented artists."

Other attractions near Lake Arenal

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

9.6/10 (2,685 reviews)

Enjoy the hot springs and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

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Tronadora Arena

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Tronadora Arena during your trip to Tronadora. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.

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Monteverde Frog Pond

2.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Monteverde Frog Pond during your stay in Tilaran. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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FlyZone Wakeboard School

Enjoy an outing to FlyZone Wakeboard School during your stay in Tierras Morenas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Quebrada Grande Arena

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Quebrada Grande Arena and enjoy other activities in Quebrada Grande such as hiking.Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

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Cerro Tovar

You can learn about the history of Tilaran when you stop by Cerro Tovar. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Cavernas de Venado

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cavernas de Venado and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Venado. Wander the lush rainforests or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

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El Tigre Waterfalls

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at El Tigre Waterfalls during your travels in Cabeceras.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Arenal?

Lake Arenal is located in an area that travellers like for its volcano viewpoints. You'll find 139 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Lake Arenal?

La Mansion Inn Arenal is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lake Arenal. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Laguna Arenal and Casa Donna Rosa B&B.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Lake Arenal?

Expedia has 139 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Arenal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Arenal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Lake Arenal.

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Our top choices for Lake Arenal hotels

1. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

2. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

3. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

4. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

5. Agua Inn

6. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

7. Sangregado Lodge

8. Hotel Linda Vista

9. Lucky Bug B & B

10. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

11. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

12. Hotel Laguna Arenal

13. Hotel Mystica

14. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

15. Arenal Roca Lodge

16. Hotel Arenal Lodge

17. Chateau Arenal

18. Hotel El Silencio del Campo

19. Arenal Volcano Inn

20. Hotel Campo Verde

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Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Sangregado Lodge

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Hotel Mystica

El Tigre Hideaway

Rancho Margot

Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Lucky Bug B & B

Other attractions near Lake Arenal

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Tronadora Arena

Monteverde Frog Pond

FlyZone Wakeboard School

Quebrada Grande Arena

Cerro Tovar

Cavernas de Venado

El Tigre Waterfalls

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