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Arenal Backpackers Resort

2.0 star property
Hostel in La Fortuna with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Arenal Backpackers Resort, nestled in the mountains, is ideal for relaxation and adventure. Guests cool off in the outdoor pool between excursions, enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, and get expert help planning local tours to explore the area.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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8 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Tent

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
10 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Tent

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout curtains
In-room safe
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Grand Tent

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
In-room safe
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Map
La fortuna, 600 Metros Oeste del Parque Central, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 10 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boka Café - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs
Take advantage of a garden, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar at Arenal Backpackers Resort. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Private gardens and wardrobes/cupboards

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 30 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 7 for adults and from USD 7 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Arenal Backpackers La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal Backpackers Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Is Arenal Backpackers Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Self-parking is available for USD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arenal Backpackers Resort located?

Situated in a national park, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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