Tranquil retreat with garden views offers the perfect balance of relaxation at the onsite spa and active recreation at the golf course, plus shopping options
Hotel La Fortuna, in a shopping district, offers multiple experiences in one spot. Relax at the onsite spa after golfing, explore nearby shops, and enjoy free in-room WiFi. Staff assist with tours and tickets for exploring beyond the hotel.
Located in La Fortuna, Hotel La Fortuna is in the city center and in the mountains. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ziplining. Visit our La Fortuna travel guide
1 blk south of gas station La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 50402
What's nearby
La Fortuna Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Tabacon Hot Springs
19 min drive - 15.0 km
Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
3 min walk - 0.3 km
El Salto Fortuna River
4 min drive - 2.5 km
Arenal Adventure World
5 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
4 min drive
Restaurants
Chocolate Fusión
3 min walk
Tayakiry Cafe
4 min walk
The Open Kitchen
5 min walk
Soda y Restaurante Víquez
2 min walk
Tierra Mía
5 min walk
About this property
Hotel La Fortuna
Hotel near Baldi Hot Springs
Take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and shopping on site at Hotel La Fortuna. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
Tour/ticket assistance, meeting rooms, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Full-service spa
Shopping
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Terrace
Full-service spa
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
1 building
5 floors
Art Deco architecture
Built in 2008
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
21-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Individual decor
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express 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 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 6 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 47 per person (one way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 47 (one-way), (up to 10 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Property is also known as
Hotel Fortuna
Hotel La Fortuna
Hotel La Fortuna Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel La Fortuna Hotel
Hotel La Fortuna La Fortuna
Hotel La Fortuna Hotel La Fortuna
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel La Fortuna pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel La Fortuna?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel La Fortuna?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Hotel La Fortuna provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 47 per person applies.
Where is Hotel La Fortuna located?
Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Hotel La Fortuna Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 423 reviews
10 - Excellent
129
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 423 reviews
8 - Good
185
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 423 reviews
6 - Okay
74
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 423 reviews
4 - Poor
24
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 423 reviews
2 - Terrible
11
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
2020/2/28
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bathroom in the room need renovation since it not functional and extremely old. Also don't expect hot water for your shower between 10AM and 4pm since they shut it down during that time. It also a little bit noisy due that you are on the corner two major roads. So overall if I had to go back to La Fortuna I would choose another hotel.
Downtown central location, not a lot of amenities, but you are welcome to use the pool at a sister property about 3 blocks away which was nice! Ignacio, Joy, and Diane were all great at the front desk! Ignacio took a lot of his time to help me book an ziplines excursion, and Diane helped me call the shuttle company when my shuttle was late. Great people, would definitely return!
THOMAS
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
2019/5/17
Liked: Staff & service
Great location in this city. Can use updating. Didn’t like the rodent I heard in the walls as I was trying to sleep. The front desk did allow a room change.
Hotel was well situated and in walking distance of everything in La Fortuna. The room was comfortable but basic with small tv only showing Spanish channels. Wifi was free but spotty.
Gary
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
8/10 Good
Marisa
2019/4/16
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good Location
The location of the hotel is excellent. Despite the room having air conditioner the window would not open preventing air circulation. The staff are kindly.
Marisa
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
6/10 Okay
Stefan
2019/4/12
Liked: Cleanliness
Ganz ok-Achtung bei Pfandrückgabe
Zimmer 210 bekommen,wo man auf riesige Klimaanlage in einer Nische geschaut hat...ist eher als Abstellkammer zu verwenden und nicht als Zimmer für einen Gast.
Nach Reklamation wurde uns aber ein neues Zimmer mit super Aussicht gegeben.
Achtung: beim Einchecken muss man Schlüsselpfand von 10$ oder 5000 Colones hinterlegen. Wir haben 10$ gegeben. Beim Auschecken wollte ich den Pfand auch in $ zurückbekommen. Stattdessen bekamen wir dies in Colones zurück.
Trotz Bestehen auf die Rückgabe in $ hat die Dame an der Rezeption sich geweigert und meinte es geht nicht.
Das ist vermutlich eine Art Masche von dem Hotel.
The staff and location were great. However our room was located on a busy street and I was kept up at night by the sounds of loud traffic. You you could ensure you did not stay in a room like this, you may have a better experience.
I paid for basic accommodations and that's what I got; except for the first day when the whole hotel was without AC. At least it seemed to be a rare occurrence.
El dueño de este hotel es un tramposo, tiene varios hostales y cuando llegas a el Hotel La fortuna te salen con que esta lleno y te mandan a hostales mas baratos y te lo cobran al mismo precio, ellos te venden la idea que esta todos los hoteles llenos y que sus hostales tienen alberca y en el Hotel la Fortuna no, pero son para jovencitos ruidosos. Las habitaciones son super sencillas y deprimentes. Cuando reclamas NADIE te resuelve nada. Fue la única y peor experiencia en COSTA RICA.
Helpful and friendly front desk staff, concierge was very informed and helpful. They made suggestions based on what we wanted to do versus promoting spots that they had deals with. Definitely recommend based on the service and the room did the trick for one night stay.
John
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
6/10 Okay
Jay
2019/3/3
Cash only in Dollars, no credit card accepted.
Needed dehumidifier, air seems musty. Very nice host. Two in room need need two hand towels. DOES NOT ACCEPT CREDIT CARD , CASH ONLY IN DOLLARS.HAD ASK FOR RECEIPT
Lors du check-in, la réceptionniste nous annonce que lors de notre réservation l'hôtel était déjà surbooké. Elle nous invite alors à séjourner dans leur hostel backpackers se trouvant dans la même rue. Aucun dédommagement n'est prévu alors que l'hostel coûte moins cher. Il suffit de refuser pour que 5 minutes plus tard une chambre soit, par chance, libérée !
Pour le reste, hôtel propre et bon rapport qualité-prix.
Check in was at 2pm but we were given our rooms at 3:15pm, as they weren’t ready upon our arrival. It is a good hotel but its location makes it a little noisy, having 2 main La Fortuna streets surrounding it.
El hotel está bien ubicado, pero el servicio no fue el mejor, la habitación no estaba lista a la hora del check in, te muy pequeño y viejo, el baño incómodo. Solo dan jabón. Aunque es barato debe mejorar. No volvería
Excellent location and having a restaurant for breakfast was convenient. New staff were in training but did a great job for being new. Waitress was superb! Noise from restaunt chairs dragging at night can be annoying if you are a light sleeper. I would stay again.
We booked a deluxe double room in this hotel. Upon arrival they told ua that the hotel was fully booked. We got a room in a hostel instead which was not nice at all!