Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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Surrounded by 860 private acres of tropical rainforest and featuring an on-site lake, a swimming pool, a sun terrace and games room, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is located within the Arenal Conservation Area, only 2.7 km from the Arenal Volcano. The rooms at this lodge feature tropical décor with wood finishes and are equipped with ceiling fan, safety box and a furnished terrace with views of the garden and the Arenal Volcano. The bathrooms are private and have showers. The on-site restaurant serves international and local food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there is also a bar. A guided morning walk and the breakfast buffet is included for all guests. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails also features an on-site bird sanctuary that has around 500 different species of birds; other recommended activities include tours of Arenal Volcano's lava flows, exploring the several nearby waterfalls, or climbing the 28 m. (92 ft.) wildlife observation tower, The Nest. Arenal Lake is an excellent site to practice sports fishing. There are also 11 km of walking trails throughout the property, or guests can just relax in the hot tub or have a massage in the spa. The property is 9 km from the hot springs at Tabacon River and 22 km from La Fortuna Village. The Daniel Oduber International Airport is 2 hours and 30 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Room type | Number of guests | |
|---|---|---|
2 double beds | ||
2 large double beds | ||
Bedroom 1 2 extra-large double beds Bedroom 2 2 extra-large double beds Bedroom 3 1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 2 single beds and 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds and 1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed |
SustainabilityThis property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Costa Rica Certification for Sustainable Tourism
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Elizabeth
United Kingdom“The views and location are amazing as long as the weather is clear which it was for our visit. You can see Arenal volcano really close up and the views of Lake Arenal are magnificent. We enjoyed the trails, the garden, which had lots of different...” 
Rona United Kingdom“This review is specific to the Casono I to V building, which is the budget end of the AOL complex. This has five rooms sharing two toilet/showers, three sinks, a common room and wide balcony with four chairs. We were concerned about the shared...”- Simon United Kingdom“Beautiful location, gardens and walks , waterfall.”
Ema
Slovenia“We loved the property and the views the terrace offers. The rooms are comfortable and clean, the breakfast good, we enjoyed the swimming pool and jacuzzi, the morning free tour of the property and a run on one of the many trails surrounding the...”
Craig
Canada“We came for the birding and it certainly did not disappoint! Loved the refreshing pool, trails, flora & fauna, and the stunning views of the volcano and lake. Our room had a spectacular view of Lake Arenal which was framed by a large magnificent...”- Charlotte United Kingdom“Exceptional hotel, one of the best places we've stayed at. Located right by the volcano with unbelievable nature/hiking trails and beautiful grounds. Highly recommend”
Mark United Kingdom“The hotel is set in a spectacular location facing the Arenal Volcano and with beautiful grounds rich in wildlife and exotic birds. Service was friendly and professional throughout. The restaurant food was good, breakfast had a wide range of...”- David United Kingdom“Great location. Fabulous views and sightings. Very comfortable rooms. A real treat!”
- Colin United Kingdom“Stunning location, accommodation was perfect for a solo traveler, I felt perfectly safe. The staff in the bar and restaurant were excellent and looked after me very well”
- Silvia United Kingdom“We loved our stay here, it exceeded our expectations! We stayed in la casona, the room, the shared spaces and bathrooms were super clean. We loved being so close to the volcano and the trails, the food at the restaurant and the staff were also...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- El Jilguero
- CuisineLocal
Facilities of Arenal Observatory Lodge & TrailsGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Towels
- Free toiletries
View
- Mountain view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Horse ridingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Table tennis
- Children's playground
- Games room
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Bar
InternetWiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fence around pool
Wellness
- Kids' pool
- Full body massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
House rulesArenal Observatory Lodge & Trails takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the road to reach this lodge is not in optimal conditions. Some guests may prefer to rent a 4x4 vehicle to reach the property.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
