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Poshtel Arenal

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

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 237
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, City View

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Balcony
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs
Located close to El Salto Fortuna River and Kalambu Hot Springs, Poshtel Arenal provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and cycling at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot springs. The on-site coffee shop, Creperia, features Latin American cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and hot springs on site
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and ATM/banking services
Room features
All guestrooms at Poshtel Arenal offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and soap
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 16 ft (USD 24 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee weekends 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Free daily reception

Restaurants on site

  • Creperia

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hot springs
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate dining area

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature (Fahrenheit) - 72

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 2
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Dining room
  • Shared kitchen access

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard

More

  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 24 per day (16 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Poshtel Arenal?

As of 16 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poshtel Arenal on 19 March 2025 start from $73.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Poshtel Arenal pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Poshtel Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Poshtel Arenal?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Poshtel Arenal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Poshtel Arenal located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this hostel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from El Salto Fortuna River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Baldi Hot Springs and Kalambu Hot Springs. La Fortuna Waterfall and Los Lagos Hot Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Poshtel Arenal Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 182 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Halima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food options nearby. Shared dorms were very open.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location. Nice pool, nice garden area. Gated and someone around 24/7. Was a hostel with private rooms and bathrooms ahared kitchen. AC worked well. Bar at the pool and they played music from early afternoon to 10 pm every day, which I didn't love, but it was okay. A ton of restaurants nearby!! All good food. We had birds in the trees every morning and every night so that was cool - they were pretty loud lol.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute little spot centrally located in La Fortuna, easy to get around and grab what you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and cute!
Very cozy! Definitely we will Come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff. Beds were comfortable. Music was off by 10pm. Good security. Older bathroom but clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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 !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vidal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
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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 .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geir

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kirua

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

MikeM, Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two Michelle’s that work the front and tour desk are absolutely amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro, Grecia Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy bello lugar.. cómodo y cerca del centro.. linda vista del volcán
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren eine Nacht hier. Alles da was man brauchte. Highlight war für uns die hoteleigenen heissen Quellen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Frederick, South Florida, USA

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When you book on this Hostel, you will ended up in Backpackers Hostel (sister hostel). I book for a double room and I got room 125 next to the bar, music was off by 10pm and light by 10:20pm but people still around that area playing pool/smoking/loud conversation which didn't end until 11pm, kinda of late if you want to get some rest after a long day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une nice place
Vraiment une bonne et belle place. Chambre de base mais très fonctionnelle. Les utilités de l'hôtel sont sans reproche. Le seul hic, le barman de la piscine nous surfacturait en disant que les prix n'étaient pas affichés, mais je les ai trouvé à la fin de mon séjour.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019