Tucked away near Arenal Volcano, Fortuna Retreat offers an enchanting escape. Soak up the sun on the outdoor entertainment area or explore the nearby La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs. With an outdoor pool, in-room WiFi, and a nature reserve to discover.
C. Don Vital Castro, La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela, 21007
What's nearby
Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
La Fortuna Waterfall - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Ecotermales Fortuna - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Tabacon Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 11 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 164 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 49.7 miles/79.9 km
Restaurants
Red Frog Coffee Roaster - 15 min walk
Arábigos Coffee House - 4 min drive
Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
North Fields Café - 7 min walk
Chante Verde - 4 min drive
About this property
Fortuna Retreat
When you stay at Fortuna Retreat, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free secured, covered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Shared microwave
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Communal living room
An outdoor pool
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 per person
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Frequently asked questions
Does Fortuna Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fortuna Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Fortuna Retreat?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Fortuna Retreat?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Fortuna Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fortuna Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Fortuna Retreat and nearby?
Fortuna Retreat has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Fortuna Retreat like?
Fortuna Retreat is located a short 20-minute walk from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour.
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Fortuna Retreat Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Lovely place with amazing views of the volcano. Felt so peaceful and relaxing.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2025
Beautiful property. We stayed at one of the 4 villas; loved it. Thoughtful & stylish design, great staff, smooth checkin experience (eg pin for the villa auto-generated based on your phone number). Would definitely return.
Máté
Máté, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Wow
Spectacular room, short drive or $3 Uber to town.so peaceful!
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Very relaxing place! I enjoyed the private pool after the tours and loved taking a shower surrounded by the private garden. The rooms were clean and the host was very friendly.
Andres
Andres, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
Beautiful place full of nature and I love the bathroom
Edson
Edson, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
I enjoyed the stay! Very unique design and the view from the room is amazing. The host helped me book some tours, he was very helpful. Fully recommend this place
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
It’s the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica in a serene setting. I loved the experience !!
Sofia
Sofia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Is very close to water falls, termales, 5 minutes from La Fortuna center. Very convenient location
silvia
silvia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Exelent
Rogelio
Rogelio, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Highly recommended
Fortuna Retreat is a peaceful haven surrounded by nature. The rooms were spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. The staff was friendly and attentive, making our stay comfortable.
Mauricio
Mauricio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Well taken care of!
Komalpreet
Komalpreet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
I absolutely loved this place! The private small pool—it was such a treat! The room was amazing, super clean, and the bed was very comfortable. Showering with a garden view felt private and peaceful. The location was central, and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend this room for a relaxing stay.
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
The outdoor shower surrounded by plants was a highlight, making me feel close to nature. The room was very clean and the private garden with the volcano view added a peaceful touch. The staff were wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed. Perfect for a relaxing escape!
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Very spacious room that was well appointed. The staff was very friendly. Breakfasts were a quick walk away and so tasty and you are treated to a wonderful bird show- they have feeders out and they attract many beautiful birds. We enjoyed walking the little trail there at breakfast also. We also loved the dinner from the Soda at the end of the street- great, cheap meal!! Room and property were very clean and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Janna
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Highly recomended!
I loved the blend between design and nature of this place. The semi-outdoor shower makes the best of both worlds - an outdoor shower, without all the bugs. The garden were also very nice and the staff super helpful.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 4, 2025
Cute stay, but better options available
Hotel was clean and grounds maintained but it’s small. Limited parking and an extremely small “common area” that was more of a break room for the employees with limited amenities. Didn’t use the community pool since we had our own plunge pool in our villa. Water in the shower didn’t get too hot, but was spacious. Amazing view of the volcano was the best part of the place.
Avoid the restaurant they send you to for breakfast, you can find way better and way cheaper options by driving down to another Soda. We loved La Hormiga.
Overall a good affordable find as long as you aren’t looking for a hotel with many amenities.
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Naomi
Naomi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
La vue sur le volcan était incroyable! Nous avons tout adoré de cet hôtel, c’était super propre et très confortable!
Jessica
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
This was the nicest place that I stayed during a 10 day trip to Costa Rica (out of 5 different places)!
Check-in information is all provided via email, the room (I had a second floor suite) had an amazing balcony with a view of the Arenal Volcano and the bathroom was massive.
Bonus points - it had hot water and Air Conditioning!
Kristy
Kristy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Service was extremely accommodating, highly recommend