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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Arenal Descanso in La Fortuna offers a serene garden and terrace with stunning mountain views. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private check-in and check-out services. Comfortable Amenities: The bed and breakfast features family rooms, a kitchenette, and a private bathroom. Additional amenities include a picnic area, outdoor seating, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A complimentary American and vegetarian breakfast is served in-room, including pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Guests appreciate the quality and variety of the morning meal. Local Attractions: Located 5 mi from Fortuna Airport, Arenal Descanso is near La Fortuna Waterfall (2.9 mi) and Kalambu Hot Springs (4.3 mi). Other attractions include Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park (14 mi) and Sky Adventures Arenal (14 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Loren
    United States United States
    Breakfast was Típico Costa Rican, and very fresh and delicious, in a great setting down by the creek that borders the Property. Delicious and made in front of us! The “Casita” was just off the main road, but set far enough back from the street...
  • Nathalie
    Norway Norway
    What a wonderful place! A small hotel (just one bungalow) with high standards. Comfy beds, good air condition, a nice bathroom and even a small kitchen with fridge and microwave. The location is outside the center of La Fortuna but within easy...
  • Charles
    United States United States
    Beautiful setting, archeological site on property, delicious breakfast, and friendly and informative host.
  • Minerva
    United States United States
    The room was very clean. Beds are comfortable. Bathroom is big. Breakfast is excellent and prepared fresh table side. The owners are very pleasant. The area is outside of the city center but close enough to drive. The property is well kept. We...
  • R
    United States United States
    This is a developing boutique hotel with beautiful, well-constructed casita-style rooms (i.e., our room was its own standalone structure). The casita is brand new and clearly a lot of thought and attention to detail went into its construction. The...
  • Judith
    United States United States
    This being our first opportunity to visit various spots in Costa Rica, Arenal Descanso became the highlight of our trip. Located in the La Fortuna area, Arenal Descanso is in an ideal location and shares authentic experiences onsite.
  • Kim
    United States United States
    Clean, large beds, modern building and bathroom/showers. Great breakfast cooked by the owners. Fast checkin.
  • Randie
    United States United States
    It was easy to locate. The staff were hospitable. The outdoor breakfast area is picturesque and the breakfast was delicious and filling. We saw a toucan and poison dart frog while eating breakfast.
  • Manuel
    United States United States
    The staff is super kind and friendly.. they serve very good breakfast !!
  • Deepak
    United States United States
    Loved the bunglow feel. Very nature rich. Great breakfast prepared in front of you. Overall an amazing experience.

Managed by Arenal Descanso

Company review score: 9.9Based on 103 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Greetings from Arenal Descanso! I am your host, committed to making your experience unique. Our family retreat in La Fortuna not only offers stunning views of the Arenal Volcano, but also the opportunity to immerse yourself in authentic eco-tourism. From your room, you can spot majestic toucans, curious monkeys and colorful peahens. We are dedicated to preserving this environment, providing a sustainable and nature-friendly experience. My team and I are here to make sure every moment at Arenal Descanso is unforgettable. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the unique beauty of our location! 🌿 🌋 #ArenalDescanso #EcologicalTourism

Property info

🏠 Double room 🗿 Archaeological Museum with pre-Columbian history. ⛰ View of the #ArenalVolcano. Breakfast with river view in the mountains. 🌺Beautiful gardens and relaxation areas. 💦 Plan the jump at just 400 meters. La Fortuna Waterfall 1 km away.

Neighborhood info

Volcán Arenal: Este imponente volcán, con forma cónica perfecta, es uno de los principales atractivos de la zona. Aunque ahora en estado de reposo, su belleza escénica es impresionante. Se disfrutan de caminatas guiadas por sus senderos para observar la flora y fauna tropical, además de las increíbles vistas del lago Arenal. Recomendación Arenal Park 1968. Termalismo: La Fortuna es famosa por sus aguas termales naturales, alimentadas por la actividad volcánica del Arenal. Hay varios complejos termales en la zona que ofrecen piscinas de aguas termales, cascadas y spas para relajarse y rejuvenecer en un entorno natural. Catarata La Fortuna: Esta impresionante cascada, con una caída de más de 70 metros, es otro punto destacado. Se puede acceder a ella a través de un sendero que desciende por la selva tropical, ofreciendo una vista espectacular y la oportunidad de nadar en la piscina natural en su base. Rio Celeste (Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio) : Queda a 1,5 hora de La Fortuna, pero es increible la magestuosa Catarata y vida sillvestre. Recorridos en canopy y puentes colgantes: Hay varias empresas que ofrecen emocionantes recorridos en canopy (tirolesa) y puentes colgantes que te permiten explorar la selva desde las alturas, ofreciendo vistas panorámicas impresionantes. Santuario de Aves: En la región hay varios santuarios y reservas privadas dedicadas a la conservación de aves tropicales. Estos lugares son ideales para observar de cerca especies como tucanes, colibríes y quetzales. Cultura local: No te pierdas la oportunidad de explorar la vida local y la cultura costarricense. Visita el pueblo de La Fortuna para disfrutar de la comida tradicional, artesanías locales y el ambiente relajado de la zona. Tour de chocolate y Café.

Language Spoken

Spanish

Area info

House rules

Arenal Descanso takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Arenal Descanso of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.