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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 spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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

1. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

19.3 km from Lake Arenal

Jorge Isai

฿3,789

฿4,281 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A pool with clear blue water, a stone statue, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A room with a bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair.

A large, white bathtub in a room with wooden paneling and colorful stained glass windows.

A covered patio with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden and a view of the sea.

2. La Mansion Inn Arenal

4.3 km from Lake Arenal

Linda

฿4,029

฿4,553 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A lush garden with a winding path, a small pool, and a building with a red roof.

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

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

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

3. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

13 km from Lake Arenal

Mehrzad

฿4,548

฿5,139 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

A landscaped entrance with a sign for Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

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.

4. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

20.4 km from Lake Arenal

Selenne

฿4,632

฿5,234 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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.

5. Lucky Bug B & B

6.8 km from Lake Arenal

Hart

฿2,729

฿3,083 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush landscape.

A modern living space with a balcony, wicker furniture, a kitchen area, and a view of greenery.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a red table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and ottoman.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, lounge chairs, and string lights.

6. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

5.2 km from Lake Arenal

Michael

฿3,850

฿4,351 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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

A modern eco-friendly cabin nestled in a lush forest, featuring two bedrooms with large windows, a visible bathroom, and a deck area.

7. Sangregado Lodge

13 km from Lake Arenal

Gianluca

฿6,135

฿6,933 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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 small waterfall cascading over rocks in a tropical garden setting.

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

8. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

20.2 km from Lake Arenal

Aanand

฿4,413

฿4,987 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a hot tub.

9. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

18.9 km from Lake Arenal

Alec

฿4,795

฿5,418 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

A modern house with large windows overlooking a coastal landscape.

A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea at sunset.

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.

10. Hotel Laguna Arenal

4.3 km from Lake Arenal

Francesca

฿6,809

฿7,694 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

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

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

A room with wooden flooring, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. Large windows offer a view of greenery outside.

11. Agua Inn

5.4 km from Lake Arenal

Maxime

฿2,835

฿3,204 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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.

12. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

21 km from Lake Arenal

Alexander

฿7,887

฿8,913 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A hammock in a wooden room with stone flooring and large windows.

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

฿4,477

฿5,059 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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 restaurant with a view of mountains and a greenhouse. Tables are set with white tablecloths and purple napkins.

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

14. Hotel Linda Vista

16.3 km from Lake Arenal

Stephen

฿2,471

฿2,792 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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.

15. Chateau Arenal

15.9 km from Lake Arenal

Andres

฿2,670

฿3,017 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An aerial view of a circular pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a clear blue center.

A hot tub surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

An indoor dining area with wooden beams, ceiling fans, and a view of greenery outside.

A person relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a patio and greenery outside.

16. Paradise Hot Springs - Thermal Water & Volcano Views

21 km from Lake Arenal

Anniel

฿5,760

฿6,509 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

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.

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

17. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

16.5 km from Lake Arenal

Valeriia

฿14,260

฿16,113 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with a central pool, surrounded by lush greenery and multiple levels of terraces.

A thatched-roof hut with a wooden door, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a gravel path.

A tropical garden with a stone bridge, a small waterfall, and a pond.

A thatched-roof hut with a small porch, a stone wall, and a wooden tub in a tropical garden setting.

18. The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

21.1 km from Lake Arenal

Jason

฿8,142

฿9,200 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A nighttime pool area with palm trees and a gazebo.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a curved wooden ceiling.

A bar area with wicker chairs and a stone counter, large windows with a view, and wooden ceiling beams.

A patio with wicker chairs and a glass table, overlooking a lush landscape and a mountain.

19. The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

20.2 km from Lake Arenal

Julien

฿19,066

฿21,545 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

20. Happy Paradise Lodge

4.8 km from Lake Arenal

Kimihiko

฿1,878

฿2,122 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Arenal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
La Mansion Inn Arenal	9.6 Exceptional 656 reviews	View
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,569 reviews	View
Lucky Bug B & B	9.6 Exceptional 83 reviews	View

Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"It was great a little far from La fortuna town but still amazing views and great service and breakfast"

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was fantastic! The SPA and masseuses are the best I've ever experienced. The hot springs on site are beautiful. We will be going back!"

La Mansion Inn Arenal

10/10 Excellent

"Très bel hôtel . Les chambres sont spacieuses et terrasse agréable avec vue sur laguna del arenal . Superbe séjour et bonne restauration. Parfait"

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel muy cuidado con muy buenas instalaciones, las termas son geniales y el desayuno estaba bien. La habitacion era grande y aparcar en la puerta era un gran plus sobre todo cuando llueve."

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The hot springs and the area around it are amazing!"

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."

Chateau Arenal

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location 30min from La Fortuna, beautiful quiet place in the jungle, amazing to rest in hot tub in the late afternoon with light drizzle coming down and surrounded by nature. Excellent restaurant and friendly staff."

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!"

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 135 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 135 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. La Mansion Inn Arenal

3. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

4. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

5. Lucky Bug B & B

6. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

7. Sangregado Lodge

8. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

9. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

10. Hotel Laguna Arenal

11. Agua Inn

12. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

13. Hotel Mystica

14. Hotel Linda Vista

15. Chateau Arenal

16. Paradise Hot Springs - Thermal Water & Volcano Views

17. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

18. The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

19. The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

20. Happy Paradise Lodge

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Top Lake Arenal Hotel Reviews

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

El Tigre Hideaway

Chateau Arenal

Rancho Margot

Casa Donna Rosa 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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