Le Petit Hotel offers a serene retreat close to La Fortuna Waterfall. Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, such as deep-tissue massages and facials, then unwind by the outdoor pool with free in-room WiFi.
200 meters south of El Establo Rest, Road 702 In front of Arenal Country Inn, La Fortuna, La Fortuna San Carlos, 21007
What's nearby
El Salto Fortuna River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
La Fortuna Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Arenal Adventure World - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 154 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 49 miles/78.8 km
Restaurants
Restaurante Fortuneño - 12 min walk
Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - 11 min walk
Tayakiry Cafe - 11 min walk
Harmony Food Restaurant - 8 min walk
Tierra Mía - 14 min walk
About this property
Le Petit Hotel
Le Petit Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall. You can take a dip in the outdoor pool, then indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. Also, Arenal Volcano National Park and Tabacon Hot Springs are within a short drive.
At a glance
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Hotel size
36 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Property amenities
What to do
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property only accepts cash.
Also known as
Le Petit Hotel Hotel
Le Petit Hotel La Fortuna
Le Petit Hotel Hotel La Fortuna
Frequently asked questions
Does Le Petit Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Le Petit Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Le Petit Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Le Petit Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Le Petit Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Le Petit Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services.
What's the area around Le Petit Hotel like?
Le Petit Hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and 20 minutes' walk from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour.
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Reviews
Le Petit Hotel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
8.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 23, 2026
The room and location was as advertised. Loved the availability of the shared outdoor kitchen, if I had been staying for more than a few days. The pool is also as seen in photos. Front desk was very helpful and informative.
Sloan
Sloan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 17, 2024
Great stay
We had a really good stay at La Petit. We were greatly surprised by the pool and outdoor kitchen which was a great space. The rooms were tidy and the air con was very much needed
Dan
Dan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
“Milly” met me at reception, professional and welcoming. Clean & nice room, cool outdoor kitchen area by pool. Great AC, nice bed. Close to center of town. RECOMMEND!
JOSEPH
JOSEPH, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 9, 2026
Sweet little hotel, but really noisy. It's by a busy road, and the doors have gaps around the edges, so you hear all the road noise (and we were pretty fast back). Also, the walls are really thin. The first night, we heard the girls talking next door really clearly, until I knocked on the wall. Also, the beds were not fabulous.
However, the outdoor kitchen in the back was really lovely! It was a great place to unwind at the end of the day. And though we had a rental car, it was nice to be able to walk into town for dinner. Overall, a good budget base camp for the Arenal Volcano.
Mary-Powel
Mary-Powel, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 7, 2026
This is a quaint little place which offers the minimum necessary accommodations. The kitchen in back was well set up to cook/make coffee or tea.
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2023
Nice little place
Minh
Minh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Nice place
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2025
Swimming pool and walkable distance to downtown
Tom
Tom, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 26, 2026
A/C leaking, roof leaked after heavy rain which happens often in a rain forest, ants everywhere, hole in door, bad wifi, unhelpful owner, barley anyone on property to help, thin walls and loud road, uncomfortable mattress.
Laysa
Laysa, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Aug 4, 2025
Cheap but still overpriced for what it is.
Malik
Malik, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jan 24, 2025
The road noise is terrible. Room is very basic, but clean. No hot water - luke warm only. Outside area is nice and well equip. it is a short 12-15 minute walk into town.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2024
Unfortunately La Petite was oversold, but both the hotel and Expedia handed it excellently. Informing us via email, rebooking us to something else and paying the difference. Very professional. In 20 years of travel this has only happened to us one other time and that experience was horrible compared to this. Excellent customer service.