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"Stayed in one of the cabins — it had a rip in the screen and we got eaten alive by bugs overnight. Didn’t seem worth the money, especially because the “hostel” no longer has a kitchen. Slightly weird vibe. Great location though"

AED 176 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

"Most comfortable bed I've had at a hotel in years! Special shout out to Olyer Otarola who provided excellent service and assistance!"

AED 345 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

"Very nice hostel, staff very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. Our had a small refrigerator and TV with lots of channels. Bed very comfortable, good shower"

AED 173 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

"Very Nice staff"

AED 230 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

Hot springs, body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy, body wraps

"the overall place and our room were under our expectations for this type of accommodation and value for the money, after having travelled for four months in south and central America. We were also surprised to be asked to move to the hotel next door for our second night and when we asked for the reason, we receive mixed messages. Not a overall pleasant experience "

AED 164 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

"Overall a great place to stay! The showers in the room I stayed at were kind of weird and looked broken but for the price, I will take it any day. They have wonderful service and a guitar which I was able to play while I was not doing anything. I would totally recommend it. "

AED 141 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

Family Room, Balcony, Garden View | Terrace/patio

"Great locations , friendly hosts."

AED 178 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Cattleya was better than we expected! Our group was exploring Monteverde/Santa Elena for 2 days, and we were provided with a very clean, large private room (including our own mini kitchen and full fridge, in addition to the communal kitchen). The reception area is separate (about 3 min drive) from the rooms, but not inconvenient. There are lots of restaurants nearby. We actually got food from a nearby grocery store and cooked in our room. Overall, amazing price for what you get. It was...

AED 83 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

"The reception was very nice, it felt very safe and clean"

AED 249 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

"Host was real friendly and very helpful "

AED 260 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

"Great place to stay! Staff very knowledgeable of the area and willing to help. My room was very nice. Night winds were high so it was a bit loud. Nothing the hotel can change, just part of the area. Just something to be aware of in the area."

"Unit is very clean, in good, newer condition. Conveniently located but hard to find as it lacks prominent signage to indicate you're at the right place; and has no "front desk" to check in at when you arrive which is problematic as its just a house in the midst of many others. There is a bar/club nearby that goes til 2:30AM each night. Pack ear plugs. The A/C worked well. Good base of operations for visiting the stites. "

"Great hostel situated in a nice neighbourhood, 5 minutes walk from the centre including the supermarkets and bus terminal (the centre is frankly not as pleasant as the suburbs). Rooms have secure key codes, and lockers are situated in the communal kitchen which is large, clean and well equipped. Everything was good. Would recommend."

"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"

AED 147 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

AED 314 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

"Pros: - The place is well manicured and has a nice pool. - The location is close to town but still quiet Cons: - I was lied to. Repeatedly. The cook in the kitchen lied and told me he was the manager. The girl at the check in counter lied and told me that rooms were still being cleaned, even after I saw the cleaning crew leave. - The check in counter girl was incredibly rude. - The cook in the kitchen tried to lecture me any time I had a problem with something. (and they were legitimate...

"We had a wonderful time. We visited La Fortuna years ago and since we’ve been back, many things have changed. We liked Cascada because it gave us the experience we had before; a modest and humble place where you see true Tic@ hospitality "

"They didn't clean my room during my 3 day stay but it was a decent place to stay, and cheap in a country that is expensive, I would stay again"

"I have traveled in many countries and slept in numerous hostels around the world and this is one of my all time favourites. The owner is absolutely amazing and super helpful. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The location is good and the dorm room was nice and clean. I recommend this place very much!"

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"My wife and I spent a wonderful week here exploring Monteverde and its environs. The well appointed property is situated on a coffee plantation about 20 minutes drive from Santa Elena which has plenty of grocery stores and places to eat. It is about 30 minutes from the various rainforest reserves. Combined with the birding on the coffee plantation this makes it an ideal location for birders...or you can relax and bird from the patio. I have attached my list of birds observed by myself for the...

Premium bedding, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Great location… lots of restaurants close by that you can walk to. Hotel is quiet and very relaxing!"

AED 437 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Apr - 1 May

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

"Second time staying at this amazing hotel! The staff are friendly and helpful, and it’s a quick walk to town, restaurants, markets, laundry, and bakery. For tours you can easily park your car by your villa or the front desk can help you arrange transport and recommend activities. We’re looking forward to our next stay here- Thank you so much to the Los Pinos staff. "

AED 498 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

Recent reviews of Cabeceras hotels

5/5 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Highly recommend. "

A verified traveler stayed at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Posted 2 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"Loved the huge, beautiful grounds and the activities offered at the resort. We did the tubing and horseback riding - great fun and so convenient that it was at the resort. Concierge was very helpful finding us local tours, arranging transportation, etc. And good dining options too. We ate every meal at the resort except lunch during excursions. Really convenient and relaxing to have good dining at the resort. We loved the hot springs by the river, especially the one right above the waterfall. Very good resort for family. "

A verified traveler stayed at The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Posted 3 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"This place is so beautiful! All the rainforest jungle landscaping is phenomenal. The location is perfect in the middle of all activities and the view of the volcano is the best. We had both a sunny day, cloudy and rainy day and all were great there. The hot springs are well shaded from sun and rain. The buffet breakfast is great and my kids loved the nachos, burgers and wood-Fire pizza at the bar. Their Asian salad was amazing as well! I was happy with the prices being very reasonable - $10-$12 meals. My daughter and I even shared a pizza a couple times so that was a $6 meal for us each. I was surprised it didn’t feel crowded, even during spring break. "

A verified traveler stayed at Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Posted 3 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cabeceras?

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Cabeceras are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Cabeceras?

Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park. Get out into nature with places like El Tigre Waterfalls, Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, and Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde. Additional attractions include Sky Adventures Monteverde Park, Los Olivos Viewpoint, and 100% Aventura Adventure Park.

What's the best way to get to and around Cabeceras while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Cabeceras in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from the city center.

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Socialtel La Fortuna

Socialtel La Fortuna

Socialtel Monteverde

Socialtel Monteverde

Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn

Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

Hostel SantaFe

Hostel SantaFe

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya

Asha Hostel

Asha Hostel

Hotel Sloth Backpackers

Hotel Sloth Backpackers

Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel

Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel

coati del arenal

coati del arenal

Arenal Sloth Hostel

Arenal Sloth Hostel

Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel

Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast

Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Hotel La Cascada - Hostel

Hotel La Cascada - Hostel

Alpha Arenal - Hostel

Alpha Arenal - Hostel

Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel

Sleepers Sleep Cheaper Hostel

Monteverde Monkey hostel

Monteverde Monkey hostel

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Stunning Artisan Home on Coffee Plantation with Exquisite View

Stunning Artisan Home on Coffee Plantation with Exquisite View

Suwa Villa Arenal

Suwa Villa Arenal

Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines

Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines

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Recent reviews of Cabeceras hotels

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