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Poshtel Arenal

2.0 star property
Travelers find a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure at this tropical retreat where lush greenery creates a vibrant atmosphere

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Poshtel Arenal offers a genuine tropical escape with practical amenities. Enjoy Latin American dishes at Creperia or sip drinks by the pool after cycling or ecotours. The outdoor pool and garden provide peaceful spots to unwind between adventures.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is NT$1,805
NT$2,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6

Room options

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in La Fortuna, Poshtel Arenal is in the city center and near a metro station. 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 El Salto Fortuna River and La Fortuna Waterfall. Don't miss out on a visit to Kalambu Hot Springs. Kayaking, rafting, and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our La Fortuna travel guide
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South side of the Catholic church, La Fortuna, Arenal La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Church time #green
    La Fortuna Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I
    Tabacon Hot Springs
    18 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Arenal Adventure World
    5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Fortuneño
    2 min walk
  • Chocolate Fusión
    3 min walk
  • Lava Lounge Bar & Grill
    1 min walk
  • Tayakiry Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Soda y Restaurante Víquez
    3 min walk

About this property

Poshtel Arenal

Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs
Located close to El Salto Fortuna River and Kalambu Hot Springs, Poshtel Arenal provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and ecotours at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot springs. The on-site coffee shop, Creperia, features Latin American cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and hot springs on site
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Poshtel Arenal offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and soap
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 24 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Creperia

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hot spring
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 72 ºF

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 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
1 child, up to the age of 5 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 150 (one-way), (from 6 to 18 years old)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 24 per day (16 ft away)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Arenal Fortuna
Arenal Hostel Resort
Arenal Hostel Resort Fortuna
Arenal Resort Hostel
Arenal Hostel Resort La Fortuna
Arenal La Fortuna
Arenal Hostel Resort Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Arenal Poshtel
Arenal Hostel Resort
Arenal Poshtel Hostel
Poshtel Arenal La Fortuna
Poshtel Arenal Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Poshtel Arenal Hostel/Backpacker accommodation La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Poshtel Arenal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Poshtel Arenal?

As of 2026/3/12, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poshtel Arenal on 2026/4/5 start from NT$1,805, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Poshtel Arenal pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Poshtel Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Poshtel Arenal?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Poshtel Arenal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Poshtel Arenal located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this hostel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from El Salto Fortuna River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Baldi Hot Springs and Kalambu Hot Springs. La Fortuna Waterfall and Los Lagos Hot Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Poshtel Arenal Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 211 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I so happy i stayed here. Everything was wonderful clean, all public areas are well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing place. Staff was super helpful and friendly. Amazing experience. Would recommend this place to anyone looking to have a great time right in the center of La Fortuna.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple accomodations, air was cold, beds were fine. Nice location in town. Staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute little spot centrally located in La Fortuna, easy to get around and grab what you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The private rooms are a good size. The staff are very helpful with organizing excursions and giving travel tips. Eddie’s a great bar tender as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The place to stay in fortuna.

Great place, very clean, convenient. This was our second visit to Poshtel and we loved it. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Location location, closes to everything in town which we loved it since we didn’t have a car and walking in town was great. We will definitely go back! Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Diego was very Helpful. Gave excellent advice and helped us with booking tours and even our trip outside La fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff. Beds were comfortable. Music was off by 10pm. Good security. Older bathroom but clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location. Nice pool, nice garden area. Gated and someone around 24/7. Was a hostel with private rooms and bathrooms ahared kitchen. AC worked well. Bar at the pool and they played music from early afternoon to 10 pm every day, which I didn't love, but it was okay. A ton of restaurants nearby!! All good food. We had birds in the trees every morning and every night so that was cool - they were pretty loud lol.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ingrid Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place

Really nice place to stay in La Fortuna. We were 3 girls traveling and had a double room. Amazing common areas. Nice pool. We were really happy all in all. The staff was friendly. Would definitely recommend. Only minus is that there were no places to hang your clothes in the room and you’re not allowed to hang them outside to dry. And considering the humidity that’s a big minus - you will definitely need to dry clothes and your swimsuit. Most of our stuff never dried for the days we stayed there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value for the money! I'm too old for this place and it's bit noisy. The walls aren't insulated. Great Staff. I highly recommend this to those under age 30 !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and courtyard. However, we booked 2 “ Deluxe” rooms. 2 beds and a bathroom. They hand you 2 bath towels. No washcloths or hand towels. We had sheets and one thin blanket but our friends only had a sheet on their bed! They also had one tiny wastebasket in the bathroom, and since you can’t put anything in the toilets here, that’s a problem! Diago ( who checked us in)was terrific. Welcome drink is a four ounce strawberry daiquiri, literally served in a small plastic champagne glass. The grounds are well done, just wish they would put a little effort into the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, central location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifull for a Hostel.. good wifi..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Remember this is technically a hostel though it didn't feel like one. I had a private room with a balcony. The ac was lovely but the street was loud. There was no blankets, just a sheet, and the shower did not get hot, not usually a problem after a warm day. But really great considering the cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rammell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very Nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food options nearby. Shared dorms were very open.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed staying here and would defiantly stay again. However the walls are paper thin. I had to bang on the wall and knock on the door to the people next door multiple times.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy and cute!

Very cozy! Definitely we will Come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy and cute!

Very cozy! Definitely we will Come back. Location location. Since we use the bus from San Jose, it was very convenient. Just a few meters away from the bus station.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Amenities
Staff was short and we had to go back and get towels and also never received our complimentary drink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We was greeted to the room by a roach(killed it). They would not provide a blanket, hand towels or wash cloths for the room. Pool music was very loud, nightly to10 or 11pm. Very old rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service at check-in was friendly, but the place was not as advertised. They were doing renovations so the pool was not open, nor was the bar and the courtyard was a mess. I was not informed about this upon booking nor upon check-in, very disappointing. Also, the beds came with one thin sheet, that's it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in La Fortuna at Poshtel Arenal!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026