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Arenal Backpackers Resort

Hostel

La Fortuna, San Carlos

20 nights, 2 adults

USD$1,641

Includes taxes and charges

20 nights, 2 adults

USD$1,641

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

We had the private cylinder as a couple with a shared bathroom

We loved the tent very spacious large bed

Friendly staff
7 mentions

Lovely hostel, relaxed atmosphere, friendly knowledgable staff

The staff were friendly and helpful

Great location
6 mentions

Good location

It was easy walking distance to lots of restaurants and bars

Clean rooms
6 mentions

It was clean and the bathrooms were clean, showers warm

Really good pool area, rooms and linen smells good, well cleaned

Pool
6 mentions

The pool was nice, nice bar area

Pool and bar area lovely

Good value
2 mentions

Resort type feel without the price tag

We spent one night in the pod which was a fun experience and very reasonably pri…

Overview

Located 3.6 km from the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, this hostel offers its guests complimentary Wi-Fi access, luggage storage, and a snack bar. The property also has an outdoor pool. Arenal Backpackers Resort features shared dormitories and tents for up to 2 persons. The dormitories are air conditioned and have lockers. Bathrooms and showers are shared and provide free toiletries. Arenal has an on-site restaurant that serves local dishes, plus there is also a bar. The property also features sun terraces, laundry services and the front desk operates 24 hours. The hostel can help arrange a variety of tours like visiting La Fortuna Waterfall or the hotsprings, hikes to the volcano, horse riding, rafting or canopy tours. The Arenal Lake is reachable in a 16-minute drive, and La Fortuna Waterfall is 14 minutes’ drive away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 2 hours’ drive from Arenal Backpackers Resort.

Traveller reviews

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Nicole

couple

May 22, 2026

7

Resort feel, very small cylinders, very poor facilities for preparing own food

We had the private cylinder as a couple with a shared bathroom. It was clean and the bathrooms were clean, showers warm. The cylinder was cosy and I slept well. The pool was nice, nice bar area. Resort type feel without the price tag. Good location. This was one of the cheaper accommodations that we could find in La Fortuna due to it being so expensive and I think it was pretty good value for money!

N

Naomi

extended_group

May 6, 2026

9

Fantastic location, lovely pool and large hot tub.

Lovely hostel, relaxed atmosphere, friendly knowledgable staff. We loved the tent very spacious large bed

G

Guillaume

solo_traveller

May 1, 2026

8

Really good pool area, rooms and linen smells good, well cleaned.

L

Laura

solo_traveller

April 17, 2026

7

Decent hostel, great location

The staff were friendly and helpful. It was easy walking distance to lots of restaurants and bars. Nice warm showers.

J

John

solo_traveller

March 25, 2026

10

Great place would recommend

The vibe

P

Pia

couple

March 18, 2026

3

Super Dirty. There were dark brown stains on the wall and ants everywhere. Despite private room extremely noisy.

R

Rosemary Angela

couple

March 15, 2026

10

Exceptional

So superior to any other hostel in all ways.

J

Joshua

extended_group

February 25, 2026

6

Convenient, social and clean accommodation at a good price, but with a concerning deposit issue at checkout.

Convenient Location, good accomodation for cost and nice, social, clean common areas.

H

HUGO

extended_group

January 28, 2026

7

well positioned

K

Kate

solo_traveller

January 26, 2026

10

Great stat

Pool and bar area lovely

L

Lisa

solo_traveller

January 22, 2026

8

Cool vibes , great staff with fun facilities

Cool vibes/ great location/ comfy bed and I felt safe

R

Rogier

couple

January 7, 2026

9

We slept in a tent and the tent was nice. The place was very well maintained.

J

Jasper

solo_traveller

January 2, 2026

5

Nice vibe

V

Velazquez

extended_group

December 12, 2025

10

Amazing

All of it

O

Oliver

couple

December 10, 2025

7

Nice pool. Quirky elements but fairly no frills - as you'd probs expect with a hostel.

The vibe is cool, though very hostel-like. We spent one night in the pod which was a fun experience and very reasonably priced. Then moved to a private room, which was very no frills. The bed was big, but it was probably more basic than expected given the price. We were also next to a plant room which was quite noisy. The staff were pleasant enough, although not overly enthusiastic or engaged.

L

Loris

solo_traveller

December 6, 2025

7

Really good place for backpackers and travellers

a space where people could meet and introduce each other. Staff always there for any help

M

Mistry

solo_traveller

November 29, 2025

8

Great location & clean!

N

Nicolai

couple

November 27, 2025

7

The place is okay, the pool is very nice

Nice Pool area Private rooms are big Warm water Quiet at night

G

Gun

solo_traveller

November 26, 2025

9

Everything was just like in the pictures Staffs were nice and helpful pool and the hot tub were very clean. The rooms and the beds were comfortable. In the dorms you have your own bathrooms but there are few available outside too. In the dorm we had a problem with the AC it stopped working in the middle of the night and it was because some guests left the window open. And the staff at night shift was so nice to bring his fan for us

M

Marlon

solo_traveller

November 20, 2025

6

Very nice place and good facilities, unfortunately the staff lacked.

The hostel is really beautiful and has a very tropical swimming pool and hot tub (which is great when walking in the rain the whole day). Rooms are clean and nice.

Facilities

Activities

Billiards, Canoeing, Hiking, Horse riding, Evening entertainment, Happy hour

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, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers

General

Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year)

Parking

Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, Luggage storage, Tour desk

Comfort Double Room

This double room has air conditioning and tile/marble floor

Max 4 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Cylinder Room

The double room includes a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 9 1 bedroom0
Cylinder Room (Adults Only - Shared Bathroom)

Featuring colourful glass doors, these adults-only rooms offer views of the Arenal Volcano and the surrounding mountains. The cylindrical rooms are set amidst tropical plants and flowers, specially designed for nature lovers.

Max 2 guests 9 1 bedroom0
Small Double Room

This double room's special feature is the pool with a view. The double room includes a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. This double room provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 16 1 bedroom0
Standard King Room

The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. This double room offers a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds

The pool with a view is a top feature of this twin room. The twin room provides air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. This twin room features a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 4 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds

The twin room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. This twin room provides a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Single Room with Private Bathroom

Guests will have a special experience as this single room provides a pool with a view. The single room offers air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. This single room features a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 1 guests 16 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 23:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 3:52 AM

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