Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga
1 Km al Sur de la Escuela del Castillo
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Staff were unfailingly helpful”
“Staff were wonderful, welcoming and helpful at all times”
“Highly recommend the jungle night walk - extremely informative, superb guide”
“The location, the view, the atmosphere, the friendly staff, the food, the accomm…”
“nice room and there are activities to do at an extra charge”
“Our apartment was very comfortable and we got a nice upgrade; thank you”
“The wellbeing facilities are amazing, the room was spotless and beautiful, and t…”
“The staff were super nice and helpful, the food was awesome and everything was v…”
“The hosts were amazing and the breakfasts were fantastic”
“Lovely pool and facilities”
Overview
Essence Arenal is an ecological hotel surrounded by Tropical Forest that offers a wellness center to tourists, it is surrounded by gardens and beautiful views of Lake Arenal, the Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. Its location is in the Castle, 10 km from the Arenal Volcano National Park and 12 kilometers from the hot springs. It offers accommodation, gardens, trails, volleyball court, organic farm, free parking, WiFi, outdoor pool with water from a spring. Additional services are offered such as Yoga classes, Temazcal, Spa Circuit (jacuzzi, Turkish bath and sauna), Massages, different therapies such as Reiki, Ionic Detox, cooking classes. The cocoa tour, bird tour day and night are also offered. We have our Essence Restaurant that offers vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free breakfasts, à la carte lunches and themed dinners, all created with local products or from the Essence organic farm. Essence has rooms with a wardrobe, tiled floors and a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries. Paid laundry service is available. The reception provides tourist information and is open until 21:00 to 07:00 (the following day). If you plan to arrive outside reception hours, you must notify Essence, you can do so in the special requests section. Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 3-hours away
Traveller reviews
mirian
family_with_children
April 9, 2026
Very nice place in the middle of nature. Really enjoyed yoga!
Owen
couple
April 7, 2026
“Good to detach & unwind”
It's a lovely spot, hidden away from a lot of the busier towns. Great to have yoga on site
Dennis Wheeler
extended_group
March 24, 2026
“Peaceful beautiful location near Arenal - perfect.”
Beautiful immaculate grounds, incredibly peaceful. Staff were unfailingly helpful. Property includes incredible jungle trails, and trail to a beautiful view of Arenal lake and volcano. Lovely pool and facilities. Highly recommend the jungle night walk - extremely informative, superb guide. Two of the family had massages, also recommended. Great location.
Inès
solo_traveller
March 7, 2026
“Incroyable adresse”
The location, the view, the atmosphere, the friendly staff, the food, the accommodation
Steve
solo_traveller
February 16, 2026
“Peace and tranquility and wonderful people.”
Staff were wonderful, welcoming and helpful at all times. They genuinely care about giving you the best experience possible.
Isaac
couple
February 11, 2026
nice room and there are activities to do at an extra charge. The staff are very nice.
Amy
family_with_children
January 24, 2026
Beautiful surroundings with lovely walks. Free coffee! Laundry service. Good tours offers- we did the birdwatching tour which we highly recommend
Willemijn
couple
January 23, 2026
“Amazing nature, food and yoga experience!”
A resort focused on nature, yoga, healthy body and mind. Cosy rather than posh! Enthusiastic staff. The food and yoga were amazing! The trails on the terrain itself are beautiful. Don’t miss the trogon trail. Our apartment was very comfortable and we got a nice upgrade; thank you!
Kevin
couple
January 20, 2026
“A life changing experience - with significance for the rest of my life!”
The dedicated, creative, supportive, customer orientated staff. Truly exceptional! We did a three day full body detox and felt supported all the way. Lovely wildlife and excellent yoga sessions. Lovely views of the garden with hummingbirds. Excellent spa facilities!
Carol
couple
January 13, 2026
“A great location close to the beaches but private.loved hearing theses and the howler monkeys each morning”
The hosts were amazing and the breakfasts were fantastic.
Tessa
solo_traveller
January 12, 2026
The hotel is just great and the staff extremely friendly and helpful! I felt very welcome!
Thodoris
couple
December 28, 2025
“Exceptional place to stay in Costa Rica”
We had an excellent time at the hotel. The wellbeing facilities are amazing, the room was spotless and beautiful, and the dinners were absolutely delicious, made with fresh ingredients from the hotel’s own organic farm. Most of all, the people there were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Their outstanding hospitality truly made our honeymoon special and unforgettable. Thank you for everything Jairo, Fabi, chef and the rest of the team!
galia
couple
December 3, 2025
“Fantastic experience to be right in the midst of a Costa Rican jungle. Howler monkeys and toucans literally outside your”
Situated right on the edge of the jungle - wildlife flora & fauna literally at your doorstep
Ruth Ayala
solo_traveller
October 21, 2025
The place is magical! The staff is welcoming and sweet! Right on the top of small hill watching the lake. A beautiful trail is going out directly from the hotel. Waiting to come back here ASAP! Thank you for the wonderful time ♥️
Noor
solo_traveller
September 18, 2025
Beautiful location, great food friendly owner and staff
Alexander
couple
August 18, 2025
“Clean room with great facilities”
Super great hotel complex, with a view of the volcano. We could see more animals from our room than on the hike in the national park! The staff were super nice and helpful, the food was awesome and everything was very clean👍
elisabeth
solo_traveller
August 10, 2025
“Great place to do a reset!”
Essence Arenal is very authentic and genuinely beautiful! It is far from Fortuna and it’s ugly restaurants and stores. Very quiet! Great view on the volcano! The park and farm around are amazing. You live very close to the forest and can observe the birds and insects quietly. The yoga classes are excellent and very inspiring in this gorgeous surrounding. The food is delicious, cooked mostly from the products of the eco farm. The personnel is absolutely dedicated and adorable !! I recommend for people in search of simplicity and beauty! Better with a car even though I didn’t have one and managed a few excursions ( taxis are expensive and scarce !)
Maxine
family_with_children
July 13, 2025
“Great for vegetarians, good views lovely staff”
Food was good, and great options for veggies. Nice to be so near the lake and town . Had a wonderful massage and joined in with yoga one morning
Jonathan
solo_traveller
May 20, 2025
“Lovely people, lovely landscape, healthy food, great stay!”
I had a wonderful time at this location. Super friendly, willing to help with every request and super nice people. A special shout out to Nicola who was super helpful. Perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.
Colin
family_with_children
April 14, 2025
Sounds of the birds/insects in the forest at dusk
Facilities
Activities
Sauna, Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Canoeing, Hiking, Hammam, Horse riding, Open-air bath, Public Bath, Spa facilities, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Foot massage, Couples massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Pool with view, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Luggage storage, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk
Double Room
The double room is furnished with a desk and a seating area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior Double Room
This spacious room features a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower with massaging jets. It also boasts a wardrobe, tiled floors and mountain views.
Superior Double Room
The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior Quadruple Room
This spacious room features a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower with massaging jets. It also boasts a wardrobe, tiled floors and mountain views.
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