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Arenal Backpackers Resort

2.0 star property
Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs in La Fortuna

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Outdoor pool
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Deluxe Tent
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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La fortuna, 600 Metros Oeste del Parque Central, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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8 Bed Mixed Dorm

8 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Tent

Deluxe Tent

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Signature Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Tent

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Grand Tent

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the area

La Fortuna

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll find La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal within a 15-minute walk of this La Fortuna hostel. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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 in La Fortuna
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Arenal Backpackers Resort. Parking is available for a fee.

This La Fortuna hostel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arenal Backpackers Resort offers 43 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This La Fortuna hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

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 transportation

  • Secured, uncovered self 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

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 outlets 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

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arenal Backpackers Resort

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

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 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Arenal Backpackers La Fortuna