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Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hostel with full-service spa and outdoor pool

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Hot springs/mineral springs, body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy
Exterior
Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Exterior
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel is near Kalambu Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall. Travelers can try the ropes course and ziplines, then relax at the spa. The garden terrace offers a peaceful spot to unwind, and the outdoor pool and in-room WiFi add extra comfort.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Located on the ground floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | Living area

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Studio Suite | Living area

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 Single Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in La Fortuna, Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel is in the city centre and on the riverwalk. Baldi Hot Springs and Paradise Hot Springs are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Kalambu Hot Springs. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and rock climbing.
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Map
Calle 142, 700m Oeste de la Iglesicia Catolica, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Paradise Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 10 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • â€ȘChocolate FusiĂłn - ‬4 min walk
  • â€ȘRestaurante Fortuneño - ‬1 min walk
  • â€ȘLava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • â€ȘArĂĄbigos Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • â€ȘLa Street - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs
Located close to Kalambu Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. Adventurous travellers may like the ziplining and a ropes course at this hostel. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body wrap and a body treatment at the on-site spa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
  • Tour/ticket information, helicopter/aeroplane tours and smoke-free property
  • Coworking spaces
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and baths or showers
  • Private gardens, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 8 for adults and USD 5 to 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ropes course
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 45 ÂșC
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 8 for adults and USD 5 to 6 for children

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 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, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Hot springs access available from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Arenal Poshpacker
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel La Fortuna
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Is Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this spa hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Baldi Hot Springs, Kalambu Hot Springs and Paradise Hot Springs. La Fortuna Waterfall and Los Lagos Hot Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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