A volcanic mountain, a large lake, and surrounding forested hills.

Arenal Hotel Guide - Family Friendly Hotels in Arenal, Guanacaste

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10 Jul - 12 Jul
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Our top choices for Arenal family-friendly hotels

Garden

Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast

Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
Children’s play area – outdoor

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Games room

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
3.0 star property
Santa Rosa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (240 reviews)
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Terrace/patio

Celeste Mountain Lodge

Celeste Mountain Lodge
3.0 star property
Bijagua
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (216 reviews)
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Celeste Mountain Lodge
Villa Jade | Private spa tub

Eden Organic Farm & Bungalows

Eden Organic Farm & Bungalows
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Eden Organic Farm & Bungalows
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
4.0 star property
Peñas Blancas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (455 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Splash into family fun with two outdoor pools, waterslides, and a children's pool in the magical rainforest setting.
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Villa Tucano Aire Acondicionado | View from room

San Rafael Ecolodge

San Rafael Ecolodge
5.0 star property
La Tigra
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
San Rafael Ecolodge
Indoor pool, 11 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
3.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,516 reviews)
The price is €227
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Comfort Studio Suite | Terrace/patio

Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica
3.0 star property
Santa Rosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family paradise with a lazy river, playground, and massage spa awaits, just steps from Lake Arenal's stunning vistas.
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Mystica
Lobby

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family fun blossoms at this rainforest lodge near Arenal Volcano, where children explore playgrounds, game rooms, and adventure trails.
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Arenal Lodge
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Pool
Breakfast included

Top Arenal Hotel Reviews

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was amazing. The room was cleaning. The property was beautiful and everyone was just so nice and accommodating. It was an amazing vacation."
Kevin Michael 4-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

What's Arenal like for family-friendly holidays?
The relaxing destination of Arenal is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The hot springs, mountain views and rainforest are just a few things that make this a great place for a family holiday. Fly into La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is located 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Arenal?
Hotel Mystica is a hotel with a lazy river and an outdoor pool, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Arenal?
The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in Arenal are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Arenal?
While you and your family are visiting Arenal, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Tenorio Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park and Wellness Park Costa Rica. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Tabacon Hot Springs, Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.