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Our top choices for La Fortuna hostels

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was absolutely gorgeous! Brand new and beautiful "
United States
rianne
The price is HK$3,017
HK$3,409 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is HK$356
HK$403 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Poshtel Arenal
Meeting facility

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Amazing for solo travelers highly recommend! "
Canada
Nicolas
The price is HK$314
HK$355 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, books

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Arenal Backpackers Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.0 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Canada
angie
The price is HK$867
HK$980 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Arcade

Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
United States
Reyes
The price is HK$275
HK$311 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Río Danta Hostel
Restaurant

Arenal Hostel Resort

Arenal Hostel Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (21 reviews)
"Amazing downtown location "
United States
Jeff
The price is HK$565
HK$638 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Arenal Hostel Resort
Outdoor pool

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Best location in town. Very clean and a friendly staff "
United States
Gary
The price is HK$259
HK$292 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
Front of property

Ceiba Eco Hostel

Ceiba Eco Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Breakfast was included in our booking. The 1st day we had to wait almost an hour for someone to make breakfast. Day #2 get got a cold sandwich w cheese and ham. We stayed in a private room on the first floor. The room was near the lobby/entrance and kitchen. It was a bit noisy at times. Overall location was nice. Close to stores within walking distance "
United States
Lissett
The price is HK$381
HK$431 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Ceiba Eco Hostel
Living area

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is HK$282
HK$319 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
Free WiFi

Casa Madonna Hotel

Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms ! Good breakfast ! Friendly staff (gracias a Leidi)"
United States
Daniel
The price is HK$318
HK$359 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Casa Madonna Hotel
Terrace/patio

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Excellent location and breakfast "
United States
Tara
The price is HK$401
HK$453 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is HK$141
HK$160 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Hostel Cattleya
Interior

Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde Monkey Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is HK$247
HK$279 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Monteverde Monkey Hostel
Terrace/patio

Manakin Lodge

Manakin Lodge
2.0 star property
Monteverde
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Kitchen and dining area was great. "
United States
Sophia
The price is HK$208
HK$235 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Manakin Lodge
4 bedrooms, bed sheets

Hostel A lo Tico

Hostel A lo Tico
Monte Verde
The price is HK$179
HK$339 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hostel A lo Tico
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Top La Fortuna Hotel Reviews

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the design of this hotel and all the hidden coves. Family friendly amenities and wonderful rooms"
Leah 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

Find out more about La Fortuna

La Fortuna Hostels information

Number of reviews
253
Accommodation
19 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$160
Highest Price
HK$3,409

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in La Fortuna?
By going with a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for fun things to do during your holiday. You can enjoy activities like ziplining, and the hot springs create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in La Fortuna?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start looking: Viajero La Fortuna Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Hostel La Choza Inn - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as free parking. Rooms come with towels, coffee/tea makers and bed sheets. Poshtel Arenal - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets. Arenal Hostel Resort - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in La Fortuna?
If you're looking for a low-cost place to stay in La Fortuna, one of Expedia's 19 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in La Fortuna?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in La Fortuna are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in La Fortuna?
In general, La Fortuna is known for its hot springs, zip-lining and rainforest. Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Get out into nature with places such as Ecotermales Fortuna, Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall. Cultural attractions include Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos.
What's the best way to get to and around La Fortuna while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in La Fortuna in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the city centre. An alternative is San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), located 44.4 mi (71.4 km) away.