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Check availability on Arenal Family-Friendly Hotels

Tonight
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Tomorrow
27 Aug - 28 Aug
This weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
Next weekend
4 Sep - 6 Sep

Our top choices for Arenal family-friendly hotels

1. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Santa Rosa
฿2,610
฿2,949 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

2. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
La Fortuna
฿3,735
฿4,220 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

3. Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica
Santa Rosa
  • Family paradise with a lazy river, playground, and massage spa awaits, just steps from Lake Arenal's stunning vistas.
฿4,413
฿4,987 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Hotel Mystica

4. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
La Fortuna
  • Family getaway with volcanic views offers children's pool and rainforest adventures.
฿4,857
฿5,488 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

5. Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
La Fortuna
  • Family fun blossoms at this rainforest lodge near Arenal Volcano, where children explore playgrounds, game rooms, and adventure trails.
฿4,995
฿5,644 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hotel Arenal Lodge

6. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
La Fortuna
฿4,549
฿5,141 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

7. Arenal Volcano Inn

Arenal Volcano Inn
La Fortuna
  • Create magical family adventures near Arenal Volcano with kids' pools, horseback riding, and free breakfast.
฿3,837
฿4,336 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Arenal Volcano Inn

8. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
La Fortuna
  • Vibrant thermal springs and kid-friendly pools await families near Arenal Volcano, with babysitting services for grown-up time.
฿14,056
฿15,883 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

9. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Celeste Mountain Lodge
Bijagua
฿3,749
฿4,237 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Celeste Mountain Lodge
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Top Arenal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great stay. The hot springs onsite was a great way to relax after a day of activities. Highly recommend!"
Mwila 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed the stay!"
Aanand 3-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Staff incredibly polite and helpful. Beautiful clen room. Fresh and delicious breakfast"
Anna 5-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoyed our stay at Arenal Kioro Hotel and appreciated several aspects of our experience. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, which contributed to our overall relaxation. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making us feel at home. One of the standout features was the impressive view of the volcano from our room, it truly enhanced our stay and created lasting memories."
Fernando 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs

Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect!"
Aracy 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs
Hotel Lomas del Volcán

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay at Lomas del Volcán and can't recommend it highly enough. One of the best hotels we've stayed at. We received an extremely friendly welcome and throughout our stay nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Breakfast was amazing, with so many exciting options. The bar offered a great menu (we didn't try the restaurant) and the swim-up bar was a real highlight, especially as it was in a heated pool. So cool, with great cocktails and smoothies. Our kids loved the pools and jacuzzi and the onsite hiking trail was fab, we saw several red poison dart frogs! Yoga on Saturday morning was also a real treat, despite the torrential rain! On our last day we finally got a clear view of the peak of the volcano behind the hotel. We were very sad to leave and would love to return some day."
Emma 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center

Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center

10/10 Excellent
"All great"
Adam 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent
"Such a beautiful resort and very welcoming and accommodating staff!"
Gabrielle Maxine 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"The overall set up of the building was very cool. Loved how the rooms were set apart from the main area, in our case, through an outdoor walkway. And what a great common area inside and outside on the deck! The deck overlooked the countryside. The breakfast options provided were wonderful and we felt well taken care of. The decor of the building and rooms was truly unique, loved the white stucco, open beams and coloured glass bead designs! Very comfortable, clean and accommodating stay."
Monica 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Frequently asked questions

What's Arenal like for family-friendly holidays?
The relaxing destination of Arenal is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The hot springs, mountain views and rainforest are just a few things that make this a great place for a family holiday. Fly into La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is located 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Arenal?
Hotel Mystica is a hotel with a lazy river and an outdoor pool, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Arenal?
The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in Arenal are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Arenal?
While you and your family are visiting Arenal, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Tenorio Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park and Wellness Park Costa Rica. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano.