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Socialtel La Fortuna

3.0 star property
Hostel in La Fortuna with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Sundeck
Outdoor pool
Hiking
Business center
Free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 156
AED 176 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Free WiFi

Compact Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Teepee Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida 325, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 9 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Socialtel La Fortuna

Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs
A garden, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Socialtel La Fortuna. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a reception hall, and a billiards/pool table
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Socialtel La Fortuna have amenities such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Selina Fortuna Hostel
Selina Fortuna
Selina La Fortuna Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Socialtel La Fortuna have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Socialtel La Fortuna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Socialtel La Fortuna?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Socialtel La Fortuna located?

Situated in a national park, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal, El Salto Fortuna River, and Arenal Adventure World. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Ecoglide Arenal Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Socialtel La Fortuna Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 193 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, garden, pool, and restaurant area. My room was nice and clean, front desk was always helpful with guidance, and arranging trips. Overall a good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Amin

Liked: Staff & service
Underwhelming room in a pretty good area with lots of restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Erica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This property is cute, and fun. Not the most chic or the most squeaky clean, but a great value overall. The staff was very attentive, and there were a lot of options for everything: food, spa, tours… also very centrally located!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

AHMET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, I had so much fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as good as the other Selina’s in Latin America but still good. Quiet, food expensive but overall nice hotel with friendly staff. However local children do come in to use the pool so that area is not quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a hostel so considering this, it was good. We had a private room with bathroom, clean. Not soundproof walls/doors so not good for people with sensitive ears. Good location for activities in la fortuna and out of the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and lots of amenities on-premise. Slightly far from the bus stop for airport or for other places in Costa Rica (but still walk-able), but close to the National Museum and it's not like there's many other things to see in San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerardine Abreu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time actually staying in a Hostel, I was actually very happy to be Selina my first, it was a chill place so don’t expect much party, food and drinks in the restaurant were great, I didn’t use the community kitchen or fridge so can’t really comment on that, Staff was very friendly and welcome, coming solo to La fortuna Selina made it great a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Franco

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can never go wrong with Selina. A basic but well-rounded place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, close to the town and such kind people working and staying there too
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything costs extra. There was noone in the pool because it costs an extra 20 a day
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina is an amazing hostel experience, no matter where you stay. We always enjoy the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hostel in town
I stayed in the 6 person dorms , and the beds were sturdy, so you didn’t wake anyone up by going into the top bunk. They provide bed sheet which is really nice. There was a bathroom for the room, but it was wet every time someone used the shower. I would recommend to use the shared toilet/outdoor bath. They were of high quality and wonderful to shower with a view and sound of nature from the shower cabin. The hostel is right in the city, perfect location and with easy access to walking around. The hostel plans trips , especially needed if you don’t have a car. People were nice and the shared spaces are a great way to meet new people
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean hotel
Nice and clean hotel, good value for money for the region
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with how spacious and clean the Selina was! Staff were very friendly and welcoming. It's right in the middle of town so everything is walking distance and they have a lot of organized tours available. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

moussa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible experience. I would love to stay here again. BOOK NOW! Downtown is a few steps away and the volcano is literally on the same street.

10/10 Excellent

Sudarshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
4 bed dorm is close to the road and super noisy. People are good, wonderful stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Disliked: Amenities
I stayed in a teepee, which was just as cute as pictured. It was quite small though, pretty much just enough room to lay in the bed. I struggled to sleep well because the fan was in the corner of the room by the head of the bed, and the height of the fan made it so the top of it rested on the teepee which made a less than peaceful noise when it was on, which led me to turn it off. The property itself was pretty, but the bathrooms were quite old and in need of a renovation. I have never seen a hand dryer that had to be plugged into the wall, and when I did plug it in, it still didn't work. The people who worked in the bar were not friendly (not mean, but not really warm or welcoming) which surprised me for what I had heard about Selina's/Socialtels from a friend who stayed in the past. I think for the price of the accomodation, there is room for improvement.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to meet people

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming and chilled
Really well set up. Gorgeous pool and open kitchen for hanging out. Staff are super friendly and helpful. I hadn’t stayed in a hostel in over 10 years, so was unsure about what a dorm would be like. No worries - totally chilled. To any other solo travelers in their mid-30s - this place is fab.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina’s in La Fortuna is amazing! I had a single room with a great view of Arenal Volcano. I slept like a baby in the comfortable bed! My only tiny issue was how dark the lighting in the bathroom was. Overall I had a fantastic time and made new friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023