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Our top choices for Lake Arenal hotels

1. La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal
3.5 star property
4.3 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (644 reviews)
"We loved everything about the stay! Christopher, Kevin, and Fernando were excellent hosts - kind, patient, and thoughtful!"
United States
Chris
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
La Mansion Inn Arenal

2. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel Laguna Arenal
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Lake Arenal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Stunning views, lovely setting, modern architecture, luscious breakfast"
United States
Heidi
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hotel Laguna Arenal

3. Happy Paradise Lodge

Happy Paradise Lodge
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Friendly staff. The stay was great!"
United States
Kimihiko
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Happy Paradise Lodge

4. Lucky Bug B & B

Lucky Bug B & B
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"We loved the ambience of this place. Driving in at night was whimsical with mushroom lights guiding the way. The room was artsy and fun. Breakfast was picture-worthy and the hosts were friendly and knowledgeable. This felt like a great starting point for our Costa Rica trip with a more authentic feel."
United States
Hart
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Lucky Bug B & B

5. Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great food! Wonderful place "
United States
Carl
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

6. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
3.0 star property
10.5 km from Lake Arenal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"The farm was so charming—including the goats and pigs! It felt secluded, safe, and had an excellent view of the farm and lake. The staff were sweet and attentive and the food was amazingly tasty."
United States
Marian
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

7. Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge
4.0 star property
13 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (231 reviews)
"A lot of wildlife Seconds away from mistico Breakfast at lost iguana was great"
Canada
Steven
The price is €201
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Sangregado Lodge

8. Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Lake Arenal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Amazing stay! The staff is very friendly and the view is awesome! Very well located."
United States
Anne-Claire
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Hotel Mystica

9. Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Lake Arenal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent lodge and service"
United States
Yenni
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Hotel Arenal Lodge

10. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
3.0 star property
19.3 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature, clean rooms , delicious food and friendly staff."
United States
Raquel
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

11. Hotel Guadalupe

Hotel Guadalupe
3.0 star property
11.1 km from Lake Arenal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Loved the breakfast and the pool. The staff was the best"
Canada
Mike
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hotel Guadalupe

12. Hotel Cielo Azul Resort

Hotel Cielo Azul Resort
3.0 star property
10.5 km from Lake Arenal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (19 reviews)
"Amazing views, great service, excellent location "
United States
Gizella
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Hotel Cielo Azul Resort

13. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

Amalú Luxury View Cabins
5.0 star property
18.9 km from Lake Arenal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"One of the best places I’ve stayed at. Amenities were amazing. Place was beautiful and amazingly run. Highly recommend"
United States
Alec
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Amalú Luxury View Cabins

14. Tityra Lodge

Tityra Lodge
2.0 star property
20.3 km from Lake Arenal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, clean room"
United States
Shravan
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Tityra Lodge

15. Nepenthe B&B

Nepenthe B&B
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Lake Arenal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (118 reviews)
"The drive is dangerous traveling to location."
United States
Daisy
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Nepenthe B&B

16. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

Belcruz Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
19.9 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Breakfast is excellent. Service is awesome. You can even view monkeys from the restaurant windows"
United States
Romay
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

17. Hotel Campo Verde

Hotel Campo Verde
3.0 star property
18.2 km from Lake Arenal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (276 reviews)
"We very much enjoyed our stay! Good breakfast and beautiful property "
Canada
Joanna
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Hotel Campo Verde

18. Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga
3.0 star property
16 km from Lake Arenal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great view, many fun and educational activities, food is delicious and healthy."
United States
Yang
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

19. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
3.5 star property
13 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"This was possibly one of the most magical places we have ever stayed."
United States
Adriane
The price is €293
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

20. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
16.5 km from Lake Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"We celebrated our 7 year wedding anniversary here and loved it!"
United States
Alyson
The price is €637
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Arenal

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
La Mansion Inn Arenal
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
644 reviews
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Property grounds
Hotel Laguna Arenal
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
166 reviews
View
Room, Balcony, Mountain View | Bathroom
Happy Paradise Lodge
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
View
Breakfast and lunch served
Lucky Bug B & B
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
81 reviews
View
Dinner served
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Arenal?
Lake Arenal is located in an area that travellers like for its volcano viewpoints. You'll find 124 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Lake Arenal?
La Mansion Inn Arenal is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lake Arenal. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Laguna Arenal and Casa Donna Rosa B&B.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Lake Arenal?
Expedia has 124 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Arenal.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Arenal, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Lake Arenal.