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Top Boca Arenal Hotel Reviews
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
10/10 Excellent
"Staff were so friendly and super helpful. Location was perfect and close to everything. Bed and pillows were firm and comfortable. Breakfast options were good. We even saw sloths on the hotel property! Highly recommend this place"
"Great location and staff! The pool/hot tubs were plentiful and well maintained. The hot tub in the room was an added bonus. WiFi was good in the restaurant which had a great menu and left breakfast. I would stay here again."
"Peaceful, unique, and the staff made our stay
We stayed at Tifakara for 5 nights. The property is truly unique, and the quiet and peace here are exactly what we were looking for.
The staff was amazing. At the front desk, Kevin, Daniela, and Fernanda went above and beyond throughout our stay. In the restaurant, Israel, Orlando, and Carlos were our favorite servers and made every meal feel special.
Breakfast was a 20/10, easily one of the highlights of each day.
We can't recommend Tifakara enough and hope to be back soon!"
Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs
10/10 Excellent
"This is an amazing property. Beautiful grounds with native plantings, sometimes marked with placards identifying the plant. Hot springs are the best; I had to hottest pool (104F) to myself! Saw exotic birds like caracaras and toucans right there; and an agouti. On the third day the mountain came out from behind the clouds and we were treated to an amazing view of Arenal. A spectacular setting.
Just a few ideas to make the hotel even better: Use WD40 on the door hinges so loud squeaking doesn't wake up other guests in the room at night. The white tiles on the front porch are very slippery when wet - you need doormats at the top of the steps. Towel exchange was a bit of a hassle; I would rather have sufficient towels in the room or at the pool. The staff at the lodge are outstanding with the exception of one morning at the gift shop where the clerk was so busy with a personal cell phone call she didn't bother to greet us and wasn't available for questions. Once there were so many tour bus guests that the main dining room was already full for breakfast and the coffee service on "the other side" was non-existent. I had to go fetch someone for a refill. Just small improvements that would make it even better."
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
10/10 Excellent
"I had an amazing stay at The Royal Corin in La Fortuna! The hotel was gorgeous, exceptionally clean, and offered some of the most incredible views. The included breakfast was delicious, with a great selection, and the staff were genuinely friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our stay. Everything about the experience was wonderful, from the beautiful property to the hospitality. I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay in La Fortuna. I would absolutely recommend The Royal Corin and would love to come back!"
"We liked the patio off the room for sitting outside. We also enjoyed the hot pools and swim up bar. The hotel was close to going on tours and into La Fortuna. Nice to have breakfast buffet at. The morning."
"Staff made this place feel like heaven! They are the best! The property is beautifully curated. The rooms are gorgeous with sliding doors opening into the lush green vegetation. I could spend the whole day on the bridge over the stream. They have a small waterfall on the property. The complimentary nature hike in the afternoon was informative, engaging and beautiful. Some of us did the night wildlife tour with the same guide, it was excellent! The water slide was so much fun! We had requested sugar cane juice (they grow their own), they made special arrangements to bring it to us. We truly appreciate that. Mucha Gracias!
My only gripe - the "hot water springs" are not real. Water in the pool is heated by heating systems there. They are not natural. While they were still relaxing, its not the same. Not to mention the name is quite misleading. Relatedly, the pools could use a good scrubbing. They were grimy and slippery in places.
They could do so much better in the food department. We've tried both restaurants on site, they were just ok. We loved their on "Gallo pinto". All the other breakfast options are American, unhealthy and not well made. They are about 30mins drive from Arenal town, so its not exactly convenient to head out for food."
Explore places like Arenal Volcano National Park while you're in the area. The picturesque setting of Ecotermales Fortuna and Baldi Hot Springs showcase the area's natural beauty.
When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in Boca Arenal?
Taking into account the local weather in Boca Arenal can help you maximize your time at the pool during your trip. The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 74°F. The rainiest months in Boca Arenal are July, October, June, and November, with each month seeing an average of 16 inches of rainfall.