Arenal History Inn

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Baldi Hot Springs

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Superior Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, free minibar, desk, free WiFi
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Property grounds
Superior Cabin, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Arenal History Inn, where a daily manager's reception and cooked-to-order breakfast await. Unwind by the seasonal pool or stroll through the garden, while enjoying WiFi and convenient amenities like luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance. Top marks from guests praise the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Superior Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cabin, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
142 La Fortuna, 2km towards Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 404417

What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Paradise Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 8 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 6 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 126 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Magic Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Arenal History Inn

Arenal History Inn is just 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After having fun at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a children's pool, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 186 per vehicle (one way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Arenal History Inn La Fortuna
Arenal History La Fortuna
Arenal History
Arenal History Inn Hotel
Arenal History Inn La Fortuna
Arenal History Inn Hotel La Fortuna

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Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal History Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Arenal History Inn 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 Arenal History Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Arenal History Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Arenal History Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Arenal History Inn?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 186 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Arenal History Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Arenal History Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, cycling, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Arenal History Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Arenal History Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Arenal History Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
Restaurant
Location
Cabin
Gardens
Towns
Food
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and a great way to start the day with various options and friendly service. (26 reviews)
  • The pool was refreshing, big, and nice, with a beautiful view of the volcano. (12 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered excellent breakfast and dinner options with friendly staff and convenient location near various dining options. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful lushes, nice swimming pool, clean room, private bungalow.
Xia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was very welcoming and always friendly and attentive. Made us feel very comfortable and welcomed.
Luis, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, friendly people. Nice little canbin-looking rooms. Comfortable. I really enjoy my stay.
Fernando, 6-night trip

8/10 Good

Good location, clean adequate room.
Christopher, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The staff was absolutely amazing. From the personnel in the office to the restaurant onsite.
Matthew, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We absolutely loved our stay at Atenal History Inn. The location is very convenient. The place had so much to offer like the serene greenery, birds, and we even got to see a sloth on the tree. The view of the volcano from the tree was phenomenal. The staff were very friendly and we enjoyed the complimentary breakfast every morning. We liked the privacy of our cabana. Its a very family and children friendly place to stay.
Tama, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

The room televisions were terrible. Makes a loud crackling noise
Daska, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cute bungalows that are set back from the road and quiet. They are close to plenty of restaurants, and a few minute drive from downtown la fortuna. Restaurant on site! Loved it!
Amy, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everyone was helpful & friendly. Rooms were large and beds & pillow great.
Restaurante and bar, excelente
Gardens lovely
carolyn, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We stay 4 nights at the hotel. Rooms are very confy and clean. Hotel is strategically positioned close to restaurants, hot Springs, town and hikings. Staff is very kind and attentive. Breakfast very enjoyable!
Matteo, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect and clean and nice people
Shekhar, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved that we had our own little cabin, they cleaned when we needed them to, had a beautiful pool and folage and birds everywhere. Breakfast was good and staff were great,
Jill, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I loved this place. The cabins are a little small but not too bad. They’re very cute and every morning g you can enjoy a pretty good breakfast that is already included with you stay. The area is nice and safe. Everything is basically within walking distance. People that worked there was super nice all the time. Kids liked the pool too. My only little complain is that housekeeping went everyday and cleaned nicely but, the never changed the sheets in the beds. They didn’t even shake the sheets to make sure they have no little debris from kids. We would have to do it at night before we got in the bed because we can see and feel it all. They could’ve done a little better that. Other than that everything was super and yes I would definitely come back and recommend this place.
Shannon, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, clean, budget friendly and wonderful staff
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place
Joshua, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay.
Jennifer, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The grounds were beautiful, and the office staff was very friendly and responsive. The breakfast options (included with the stay) were tasty. The Internet was out for 3 days of our 5 day stay, but that was due to the storms in the area - not the fault of the property or staff. It was just frustrating. The parking area was very congested because the guests were pretty dumb about leaving their vehicles all over in random spots and don't know how to park. This is also because of the of layout of the lot and no designation of spaces. The beds were a little firm for one of our party.
Jesse, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Janice, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I love how the bungalows were so in tune and balanced with nature. Right next to a restaurant, we had a free breakfast that was amazing. Amazing place if you don't mind the rain, which is everywhere in the rainy season. Because its warm, it feels nice. There was only 10 bungalows, so pretty small hotel, but high qiality and really nice staff. If I was to complain is that we had cold water in our shower the last day, but every other day was really good and the ac worked well as long as you dont blast it 24/7. Mostly old technology at most hotels in Costa Rica. So I doubt its too much different unless you're at the high end hotels which I don't really think its worth paying for. Anyways, its in the middle of the town and really good restaurants, markets, laundry service and near all the tour activities. Highly recommend.
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place
Shlomo, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place for families
Giorgio, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay, awesome service
Trevor, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was very kind and helpful, the grounds are beautiful and it is a very safe place for a family
Tracy, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Surprising little retreat off the main Fortuna artery. Lovely unit. Amazing staff and a fabulous restaurant. We had a really delicious dinner! Gracias❤️
Garry, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location! Beautiful hotel and grounds. Tropical paradise
Jennifer, 3-night trip