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Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

2.0 star property
Hostal near Lake Arenal in Peñas Blancas

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Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

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Casa Bella Vista | Exterior
Yoga
Casa Bella Vista
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed
Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom | Bathroom shower

Overview of Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
1 Km Sur Escuela del Castillo, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, 1230
  • Popular LocationArenal Eco Zoo3 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Mesa de Mamá3 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Ventanita3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCosta Rica Sky Adventures8 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed sheets

Casitas nomadas

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Casa Bella Vista | Exterior

Casa Bella Vista

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Peñas Blancas

In Peñas Blancas .At this Peñas Blancas hostal, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Arenal and 3 miles (5 km) of Costa Rica Sky Adventures. Arenal Volcano is within 6 miles (10 km) and Arenal Volcano National Park is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 15 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 20 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 20 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Río Lounge - 36 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 18 min drive
  • Ave Restaurant - 18 min drive
  • Tucanes - 19 min drive
  • Restaurante Las Palmas - 25 min drive

About this property

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Hostal near Lake Arenal in Peñas Blancas
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga. Self parking is free.

This Peñas Blancas hostal is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga offers 15 shared accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. There are hot springs open between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–9 AM: USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Soap
  • Towels

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
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 - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 full breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children

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, 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hostal before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Essence Arenal Hostel El Castillo
Essence Arenal El Castillo
Essence Arenal Spa
Essence Arenal Hostel
Essence Arenal Spa Yoga
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Peñas Blancas
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal Peñas Blancas

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose Manuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, eco friendly hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most wonderful place to relax, detox, and recharge. The staff is full of genuine love and kindness. Beautiful views and excellent heathy food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jeff, Prince George bc

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rustic. Beautiful views. Staff was amazing. Beds were not so comfortable. Food was great. Right in the jungle so lots of wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay! Beautiful view of Lake Arenal and good vibes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutly loved staying here. It was a great setting, a nice break out of town, with a wonderful view of the volcano. The staff were amazing and extreamly helpful. I loved the daily yoga classes out in nature with amazing teachers. There were lots of walking trails around the property and you could go walk around the farm where they grow a lot of the fruit used in the kitched for vegitarian meals. Also the massages were super relaxing. I will definitely be coming here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Carrie, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, beautiful property and trails, delicious meals with the lovely Lillian. If you want some time away from the tourism and to be in nature, this is the place! The staff are so helpful and kind, and I highly recommend you get a tour of the area with Lilander in horseback... will blow your mind!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay
The rooms are small but nice, service is great and the views are amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

erin, Tacoma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family fun time
We took our three young kids, agreed 6, 8, and 10. Our room was very small, but doable. If the kids were a little older, we would have gotten 2 rooms. The service was fantastic. My kids didn't want to leave. The pool wasn't a pool, but more of a mosquito pond children's pool. The food was fantastic. I'd like to see maybe another light out brighter light brought into the room. It was a bit darker than I prefer..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Yann, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel next to the Volcano Arenal
Very nice place, easy to find, the staff is nice and very welcoming. If you stay more than a night you will be able to enjoy the swimming pool and the jacuzzi. Waking up and taking a very good breakfast while looking to the Volcano is priceless!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place with amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017