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Hostels in El Castillo

Our top choices for El Castillo hostels

Hostel Cattleya
Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Cattleya

1.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"The junior suit was great"
The price is SAR 64
SAR 72 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Hostel Cattleya
Manakin Lodge
Exterior

Manakin Lodge

2.0 star property
The price is SAR 91
SAR 103 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Manakin Lodge
Arenal Hostel Resort
Outdoor pool

Arenal Hostel Resort

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"Realmente desde que llegue y pregunte en la recepción todo fue bien muy atenta la muchacha el lugar muy tranquilo lo único que la habitación no tenía y nunca pude poner el agua caliente pero eso es segundario. "
The price is SAR 131
SAR 148 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Arenal Hostel Resort
Río Danta Hostel
Living area

Río Danta Hostel

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
The price is SAR 141
SAR 159 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Río Danta Hostel
Ceiba Eco Hostel
Front of property

Ceiba Eco Hostel

2.0 star property
The price is SAR 162
SAR 183 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Ceiba Eco Hostel
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
Terrace/patio

Hotel Sloth Backpackers

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (14)
"Host was real friendly and very helpful "
The price is SAR 235
SAR 266 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Hotel Sloth Backpackers
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Alpha Arenal - Hostel

1.0 star property
Alpha Arenal - Hostel
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Family Room, Balcony, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (80)
"Great locations , friendly hosts."
The price is SAR 147
SAR 166 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Poshtel Arenal
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Poshtel Arenal

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (192)
"Simple accomodations, air was cold, beds were fine. Nice location in town. Staff was extremely friendly. "
The price is SAR 144
SAR 162 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Poshtel Arenal
Hostel La Choza Inn
Garden

Hostel La Choza Inn

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (204)
"This place was beautiful. The staff were amazing, the food was great, & the front desk guy was super helpful and patient with all of our questions and with recommendations. There is A LOT to do in this area. I would highly recommend staying here :)"
Hostel La Choza Inn
Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast
Front of property

Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast

2.0 star property
Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast
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Top El Castillo Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in El Castillo?
You may like the prices at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets good reviews from our customers: The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal - 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from the heart of El Castillo. Property features at this hotel include free parking and tour assistance.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in El Castillo?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in El Castillo are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in El Castillo?
Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park. Get out into nature with places like Lake Arenal, Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, and Arenal Volcano. Additional attractions include Butterfly Conservatory, Arenal Eco Zoo, and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.
What's the best way to get to and around El Castillo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in El Castillo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from the city center. Another option is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 47.7 mi (76.8 km) away.