Arenal cautiva puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Arenal. Free perks include WiFi and on-the-go breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and all apartments offer flat-screen TVs and Netflix.
Barrio millon calle doctor, El Castillo, Provincia de Alajuela, 21007
What's nearby
Butterfly Conservatory - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Lake Arenal - 7 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 55 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 47.3 miles/76.2 km
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 52.6 miles/84.6 km
Restaurants
Shangri-La Gardens - 21 min drive
Ave Restaurant - 21 min drive
La Mesa de Mamá - 16 min walk
Caña Brava - 21 min drive
Restaurante El Jilguero - 17 min drive
About this property
Arenal cautiva
Arenal cautiva puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Arenal. Free perks include WiFi and on-the-go breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and all apartments offer flat-screen TVs and Netflix.
At a glance
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Property size
3 apartments
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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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Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
PETS
Pets
Pets stay free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces per unit)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and transportation
Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces per unit)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
Travel crib
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services
First-run movies
Outdoor areas
Terrace
Fully fenced
Garden
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Pets
Pet friendly
Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevators
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Tour/ticket assistance
Safe
Safe at front desk
Virtual front desk
Location highlights
In the mountains
In a village
Near a lake
Near a river
Things to do
Nature reserve
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
3 rooms
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from March 30 2026 to April 2 2026 (dates subject to change).
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.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Property Registration Number 327907534
Frequently asked questions
Is Arenal cautiva currently open?
This property is closed from March 30 2026 to April 2 2026 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Arenal cautiva ?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Arenal cautiva ?
Yes. Onsite parking is limited (max 3 spaces per unit).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arenal cautiva ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Arenal cautiva and nearby?
Arenal cautiva has a garden.
What's the area around Arenal cautiva like?
Arenal cautiva is a short 18-minute walk from Lake Arenal and 9 minutes' walk from Butterfly Conservatory.
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