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Hotel Sierra Arenal

San Carlos, Alajuela

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 3.6 km to Ecotermales Fortuna and 3.7 km to La Fortuna Waterfall

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 248 m to Reno's International Mini Golf and 1.7 km to Arenal Adventure World

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3.9/5

GoodFrom 19 reviews

5.0/55 Feb 2026

ron • Couple Trip

The staff were all very helpful and committed to providing great service. Heidel was especially kind. The location was great for our needs.

5.0/521 Jan 2026

Lourdes

Súper limpio¡ el hotel el personal de 10-10 , desayuno diario incluido , cuartos muy limpios , muy amables Hairo el encargado muy bueno !!!!

5.0/512 May 2025

Linda • Trip with Friends

It was perfect for our adventure!

5.0/51 Apr 2024

Ana M. • Family Trip

Me encantó todo .. la.alberca en especial y camas cómodos

5.0/54 Jan 2024

Carolyn • Couple Trip

Friendly staff, nice room, and great amenities!

5.0/57 Jul 2023

Sheena • Solo Trip

Simple, family run. Really great

5.0/519 Mar 2023

David • Family Trip

Nice property with simple rooms close to La Fortuna centre. The room balcony had a volcano view. Reception staff very helpful and friendly. It's right next to a Sloth walk, which made it very easy to get there for the 8.00am start!

5.0/59 Mar 2022

Serge • Couple Trip

Gute Lage. Gutes Frühstück. Nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Sehr sauber. Nicht so laut wie im Zentrum.

4.0/527 Mar 2026

theodore • Trip with Friends

Highlight is small cool off pool and lush garden area. Kitchen and cleaning staff were friendly and somewhat accommodating. Breakfast was good but not great. Located in town so you can walk to shopping, dining and a nice city park. Parking at the hotel is a tight fit.

4.0/520 Feb 2026

Michael • Couple Trip

Rooms were clean, staff were great, and fresh cooked breakfast every morning

4.0/531 Mar 2025

Blair • Couple Trip

Very conveniently located in La Fortuna. This is a moderate hotel that is on the pick-up route for tours or, if you're driving, is relatively close to major attractions. Staff were very friendly and a shoutout to the breakfast staff who served us earlier than the posted times two days in a row! The rooms are small and our bed was a bit too hard but that's a small issue. Plenty of food options within walking distance.

4.0/515 Mar 2024

Camille • Family Trip

Great value. The staff was amazing, super friendly and helpful. They cooked personalized breakfast for each guest in the morning. The room itself was okay (stayed in a standard room). Walking distance to the grocery store, restaurants, and the Sloth Tour. Can’t forget about Bruno, the hotel’s French Bulldog was super cute!

4.0/514 Jul 2023

Verified traveler • Family Trip

The staff were friendly and the room was clean. The location was excellent for all of our activities and just a short walk from lots of restaurants and shops. The traditional breakfast was delicious. The only issue was the hot water, which kept cutting out in the middle of the shower. Otherwise, it was a very good experience.

3.0/530 Nov 2025

Jeremiah • Solo Trip

Very pushy from the start did not give clear instructions on things kept on trying to push to sell me something

3.0/524 Feb 2025

tyson • Solo Trip

Not very good for the price. Very loud street traffic all night.

3.0/519 Jul 2024

Hugo • Family Trip

Enough for the price

3.0/518 Apr 2022

Aleya • Family Trip

This is just on the outskirts of town, close enough to walk to everything but far enough that you’re not right in the middle of everything. The hotel is basic, a little run down and old fashioned (decor-wise) but it’s extremely clean and the pool area is quite lovely for a small space. The breakfast is good. This worked for us since we were not there much, except to sleep.

2.0/53 Mar 2026

Chase • Couple Trip

The amenities here are quite limited. No fridge, no microwave, no closets, no hooks, no desk, no chair, the one person desk staff was often not at their post. Breakfast is quite limited to two dishes of scrambled eggs.

1.0/51 Dec 2023

Heidi • Solo Trip

If you are looking for peace and quiet in La Fortuna this hotel isn’t it! I really didn’t want to give this hotel such a low rating however my last day there broke the camels back. I am well travelled, I can overlook a lot of things. The old and tired decor however the rooms are clean. The staff are friendly and helpful . The hotels small pool area is well kept. The breakfast is good. The room has the bare basics, towels and soap. There are no drinking glasses in the room. There is no hot water for taking showers, you might get lucky with lukewarm at best( last day) otherwise expect cold water. The mirror vanity combo strategically placed over the sink provides for some fun attempting to brushing your teeth. Wifi is a hit or miss. Room card key or door deprogrammed a few times locking me out of the room. All minor inconveniences. What was so bad about this hotel to receive this poor rating you ask…..there is a bar a block down the road that starts blasting (and I mean blasting) its music at decimals that would break ones eardrums. Wednesday to Sunday From 1 pm to 2:30 am. The bass and sound level of the music is like you are sitting right there however you are a block away. Even ear plugs failed it was that loud. The hotel doesn’t inform you of this detail up front and then minimizes it in an email after you book their non refundable room. So if you are looking for party central and love loud music through the day and into the early morning hours this is your place !

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Snorkeling

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Multilingual Staff

Food & Drinks

Continental Breakfast

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Fortuna de San Carlos, 300m, Oeste de la Iglesia Católica, La Fortuna, Alajuela, CR

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-9:00 PM

Check-out11:00

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

About Hotel Sierra Arenal

Hotel Sierra Arenal Location
With a stay at Hotel Sierra Arenal in La Fortuna, you'll be a 4-minute drive from Baldi Hot Springs and 5 minutes from Los Lagos Hot Springs. This hotel is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 7 mi (11.2 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park.

Hotel Sierra Arenal Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Hotel Sierra Arenal Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Restaurant and Cafe
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - Tue, 01 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children