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Nepenthe B&B

2.5 star property
Travelers can enjoy deep-tissue massages and international cuisine at this peaceful B&B, then cool off by the pool or venture to nearby Costa Rica Sky Adventures

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Located near Butterfly Conservatory, Nepenthe B&B serves a full breakfast each morning. Guests unwind in the spa tub or book rejuvenating massages in outdoor treatment areas. The property offers free WiFi throughout, while multilingual staff assist with any needs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿2,814
฿3,180 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
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About this property

Nepenthe B&B

  • Bed & breakfast near Costa Rica Sky Adventures
  • Located close to Butterfly Conservatory, Nepenthe B&B provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Phoenix Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and concierge services
    • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Nepenthe B&B boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Nepenthe B&B have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Nepenthe B&B?

As of 24 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nepenthe B&B on 4 Jun 2026 start from ฿2,814, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Nepenthe B&B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nepenthe B&B?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nepenthe B&B?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Nepenthe B&B?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Nepenthe B&B located?

Situated on the waterfront, this bed & breakfast is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Butterfly Conservatory and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Costa Rica Sky Adventures. Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and La Fortuna Waterfall are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was basic, hot water was sporadic. The staff was very nice. The breakfast was good. I imagine the views are amazing, unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate with us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very large rooms with comfortable beds and awesome views. Not a lot of hot water in showers so best to keep them short. Great restaurant for breakfast and really really good pizza
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great, very clean with excellent views. We awoke each morning to the sound of several different birds and even saw Toucans. Jose gave us a great recommendation for lunch upon our departure. Only downside was the road up is rough (we used 4wheel drive).
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beatific views , is calm , they have a lot variety of flowers to see and is something unique, definitely i will back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful views
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William Edward Klaehn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place to stay!!! Very friendly staff. Delicious breakfast!!! Onsite restaurant. Outdoor pool which was well kept. The ONLY downside was the road getting to and leaving the B&B. You have to drive carefully, a lot of potholes. With that being said, I would ABSOLUTELY stay at this lovely B&B again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Place

Nice place once there, but difficult to get there. I recommend using a 4x4 vehicle if possible. Room was very clean. The restaurant service was very friendly and food was good, the restaurant building could use a good refurbishment.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No air conditioning - super hot Beds not the best - pot sleeper night Great view massages and food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would love to return

Wonderful experience! A perfect romantic getaway! The spacious room allowed us to spread out and feel at home. The pool and observation deck were just steps from our room. The on-site restaurant provided wonderful breakfasts, great pizza and meals to order. Be sure to get a 4x4 or drive slow up the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the smoothest of steep roads up the hill but well worth it when you get there. Takes about ten minutes off the main road so not handy if you are heading in and out all the time but so secluded and quiet when you are there. The view alone is worth the effort. The spacious room was more than adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarath

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Important thing is the access road to the property. You need a high clearance vehicle (SUV) to drive on the 2km none-paved hilly road. Property is generally okay with a nice view. Breakfast is good from their own restaurant but not the expensive pizza for dinner they made on pre cooked crust.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unsurpassed views

The road to Nepenthe is very rough but the views of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal are unsurpassed. The Phoenix Restaurant is wonderful, with great service and great food. They would do well to supply the rooms with more kitchen amenities (paper towels or cloth napkins) and a hairdryer, and renovation should be in the near future. But the bed was very comfortable and it was a great jumping-off point for Arenal Volcano National Park, and the various hot springs and waterfalls at La Fortuna. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay here. The property was quiet. The jungle and bird noises were not, which was an appeal for us. We sat on the patio and saw many different bird species at various times of the day. The restaurant was fabulous. I would describe it as comida tipica, which is what we like. The best part was the restaurant staff—friendly and hospitable. The room itself was dated and needed some updating in terms of general maintenance and comfort. We were in unit 4 near the restaurant. I can’t speak for other units. The pool is lovely, though some more comfortable seating—other than iron chaise lounges—would be nice. The views are gorgeous and this property has good access to the national parque for volcan Arenal and access to the Observatory Lodge for many trails and a good lunch option. It’s about a 25 min drive to downtown La Fortuna, which was great for us. If you like crazy, busy touristy places, then this isn’t your jam. Check in was easy and Fabian very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ashli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok stay

Great view. Staff were sweet and helpful. Massage on-site was top-tier. Room was comfortable but ants lined counter of kitchen all the way across to pantry. Noticed after they invaded our snacks. 4x4 a MUST.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roof was good and staff was welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marjan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, the best experience in Costa Rica trip. Heaven. The road to hotel is rocky. Scenic. Bird watching. Toucans.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and staff made us feel like welcome family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was super disappointed when we arrived to find out the hot tub was not working. The reason I booked this place was for the hot tub....... We stayed 2 nights and it was not as I had hoped.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent experience, and I recommend this establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manoj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its was amazing. We had the best time here during our Costa Rica trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Oleksandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed there in November, and the views completely won me over. The hotel is in a fairly rural area, and the road going uphill is quite rough, so having a 4×4 with high clearance is definitely recommended. My room was small and not soundproof, so you can hear your neighbors and the office. It also absorbed a noticeable fuel-oil smell from the nearby parking area or building, which took away from the otherwise beautiful natural surroundings. The views on the lake and a huge variety of birds outside are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAIWOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Scenic is incredible and awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vittal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the Arenal lake was amazing. Breakfast was excellent, a variety of options & yummy juices/coffee. Ample space in rooms with kitchenette. The hotel itself was far from town about 30mins.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nepenthe is a gem. You need to grab this stay for as long as it stays a gem, the owners are getting older and are actively trying to sell. Make this trip, you will not regret it. Stay for the week, there is plenty to do around Arenal, do not spend hours driving that you could spend listening to the howler monkeys, watching the toucans every morning, or enjoying the oropendola living their day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025