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Poshtel Arenal

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor pool, near El Salto Fortuna River

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (USD 7 per person)
Living area
Interior entrance
Poolside bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Escape to Poshtel Arenal, where tropical vibes meet adventure. Savor Creperia's Latin American cuisine or unwind with a drink at the poolside bar. Explore nearby attractions through cycling and ecotours or lounge by the outdoor pool and garden.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot springs
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
The current price is $45
includes taxes & fees
$39 per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24

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

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Separate sitting area
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
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  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony or patio
Yard
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Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Deluxe Double Room

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
South side of the Catholic church, La Fortuna, Arenal La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 21 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 4 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 167 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 49.4 miles/79.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Poshtel Arenal

Located just 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from the airport, Poshtel Arenal offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Creperia, which serves Latin American cuisine. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a children's pool are other highlights.

Languages

English, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15

Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 16 ft (USD 24 per day)
    • Street parking available

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hot springs
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 2
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
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Special features

Spa

There are hot springs open between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Dining

Creperia - This coffee shop specializes in Latin American cuisine.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 170 per vehicle (roundtrip)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 24 per day (16 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Poshtel Arenal 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 Poshtel Arenal?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Poshtel Arenal?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Poshtel Arenal?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Poshtel Arenal?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 170 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Poshtel Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Poshtel Arenal and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and hot springs. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Poshtel Arenal?

Yes, Creperia offers Latin American cuisine.

Does Poshtel Arenal have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio and a yard.

What's the area around Poshtel Arenal like?

Poshtel Arenal is in the heart of La Fortuna, a short 6-minute walk from Puentes Colgantes del Arenal.

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Poshtel Arenal Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Martha, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Food options nearby. Shared dorms were very open.
Andrea, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Diego was very Helpful. Gave excellent advice and helped us with booking tours and even our trip outside La fortuna.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute little spot centrally located in La Fortuna, easy to get around and grab what you need.
Jared, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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!
Bradley, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Ingrid Marie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy and cute!
Very cozy! Definitely we will Come back.
Martha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff. Beds were comfortable. Music was off by 10pm. Good security. Older bathroom but clean. Would stay there again.
martin, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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 !
Jill, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brian, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

No me gustó, no lo recomiendo.
Jason, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Maya, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel con los servicios básicos, muy austero, pero bien para el poco tiempo que normalmente se pasa en un viaje en la zona por la cantidad de excursiones y lugares a conocer
Vidal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Martha, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A éviter
Une ambiance de spring break raté : la musique très forte jusqu'à 10h du soir - sans qu il n'y est le moindre soupçon d'ambiance. Pour la chambre, 18 prises pour les collectionneurs, mais aucun reliée à une lampe à proximité du lit. Rien pour poser ses affaires. Franchement bof Et .
Sylvie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Geir, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Kirua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ariel, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sascha, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The two Michelle’s that work the front and tour desk are absolutely amazing.
MikeM, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Muy bello lugar.. cómodo y cerca del centro.. linda vista del volcán
Alejandro, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful. It looked better in person then in the pictures. Rooms were decent and the beds were very comfortable. The outside is very nice has about 4 hammocks and chairs outside all the rooms. Very nice mini bar with a cool pool.
3-night trip