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Arenal History Inn

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Baldi Hot Springs

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $208
includes taxes & fees
$185 per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2025

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Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 592 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
142 La Fortuna, 2km towards Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 404417

What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 3 min drive
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 4 min drive
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 6 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 126 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪North Fields Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Magic Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Arenal History Inn

Arenal History Inn is just 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After having fun at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a children's pool, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 186 per vehicle (one way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Arenal History Inn La Fortuna
Arenal History La Fortuna
Arenal History
Arenal History Inn Hotel
Arenal History Inn La Fortuna
Arenal History Inn Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal History Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Arenal History Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Arenal History Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Arenal History Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Arenal History Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Arenal History Inn?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 186 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arenal History Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Arenal History Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Arenal History Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Arenal History Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excelente opción en La Fortuna
Excelente estadía en La Fortuna
Manuel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Adria, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Sonia, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jayshree, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hard to check in lf arriving late
sandra, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Joshua, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We spent 4 fabulous nights at the Arenal History Inn. Our flight was delayed 3 hours which in turned delayed our arrival. They stayed in contact with us and someone was there at 730pm to get us checked in. The Bungalow/ casita was very quiet and peaceful. We stayed in Bungalow 10. Furthest from the street. We could not hear road at all. The breakfast each morning was delicious. The pool was cleaned each morning. You can tell they take cleanliness very important around the entire property. We have only 2 suggestions for the property owner. 1. Maybe provide either a QR Code or small info sheet with general info about the hotel (pool rules, code for the smart tv, breakfast protocol, and a reminder about the Toilet paper rules in Costa Rica). 2. Maybe have either a mat or shoe tray for sandy shoes to help reduce sand inside the casitas. But overall 10 out of 10. Great location. La Fortuna is only a few minutes away. But Zete Trece has plenty of food options in town.
Gregory Robert, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Private affordable clean cabins
Lovely little spacious inn and grounds just a few minutes drive from town and another few minutes drive in the other direction to Baldi hot springs. The rooms are roomy with high ceilings, quiet AC unit, and surrounded by lush greenery. For some reason I thought we would be able to view the volcano from the front porch but that is not the case. The pool was refreshing, breakfasts offered by the Peruvian restaurant were good with friendly service. We ate at the Peruvian place one night for dinner and it was delicious. There are a few other good food options that are walkable including the friendly pizza place across the street. Can’t go wrong with the History Inn, it was a great deal!
Miranda, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Janice, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Right next to volcano. Beautiful rooms with great outdoor area. Pool spectacular. Breakfast yummy. Near all
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Away from the Noise and yet in close proximity to various dining options
sameen, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Beautiful hotel and grounds. Tropical paradise
Jennifer, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Piece of Paradise in La Fortuna
This is a hidden gem in La Fortuna! The grounds are beautiful, the restaurant is fantastic, and the rooms are updated and very comfortable. I just can’t say enough good things about this hotel. Even the pool was welcoming and refreshing. The free breakfasts were incredible and we also received a nice little touch in the room for my daughter’s birthday. I would stay here again in a heartbeat - you won’t be disappointed.
Angela, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very kind and helpful, the grounds are beautiful and it is a very safe place for a family
Tracy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice property. But the hotel name was not there in front of the property. It took sometime to find the place.
Senthil, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The cabana style room provided a great atmosphere for the property and the surrounding plants and trees make you feel like you're on the doorstep of the rain forest. Pool and on-site restaurant are nice. Plus many local restaurants within walking distance.
Adrienne, 4-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Perfect spot for La Fortuna trips
We had a wonderful time At the Arenal history Inn. the staff was attentive and courteous. They help us with everything and if we needed to they had all the advice we needed for travel. The location is perfectly located around some souvenir shops, restaurants, and grocery stores and short drive from the Arenal volcano and other tours in the area. The only issue is that we could not handle the shower it was either scorching hot or freezing cold no matter what we did and how much we asked that couldn’t have been fixed. It’s definitely not a reason not to go back, but it is something to know if you need a good shower after a long day of hiking.
Assaf, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and nice rooms. Lots of flowers and birds.
Andrew, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful property, and great team members! The bungalows are perfectly set back from the road to minimize the street noise. We didn’t require service during our three nights, but did swap out towels on the second day. The pool was clean, and had a beautiful view of the volcano and neighboring mountains. Hazel the breakfast host was lovely, and was always singing :) We brought a reuseable water bottle and the staff happily filled it with ice and water each morning before we left for the day.
Monica, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property is fantastic. The rooms are individual chalets with a private covered porch. The grounds are beautiful with a view of Arenal Volcano right from the room. Our room was fully updated and in beautiful condition. The staff at both the hotel and restaurant were accommodating and so friendly. Seriously, if you are visiting the La Fortuna area, you need to stay here. You will not be disappointed.
Mark, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

A bit disappointed but it ended up working out fine. Nothing special. Smaller property, busier area, and closer to the road, than we expected compared to the photos. The cabin was very pretty inside with vaulted ceiling. The terrace was fine. The shower was the worst! No water pressure or hot water. It was hot outside so we managed. Beautifully maintained garden and view of the volcano. We enjoyed relaxing by the pool. The restaurant staff and front desk attendant were all very friendly and helpful. Nice to have breakfast included. The dinners were on the pricier side, so we opted to eat at better rated places nearby. The room met my most important needs which was a clean, comfortable room with queen beds and air conditioning that was located outside of town.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Shlomo, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our family of 4 had a wonderful stay. The hotel rooms were conveniently located near restaurants and shopping (souvenirs, grocery store, laundry mat) but far enough from the street and noise to feel secluded and intimate. It’s also on the closer side of town to the volcano and thermal pools, which is great for those activities but means it’s about a 20 minute walk into the main part of town. The grounds were beautiful and we woke up every morning to lovely bird songs. The room was really nice, modern, and clean. The included breakfast was yummy (plate of fruit, coffee and tea, and then you order from a menu that offers 6 options of American and Costa Rican food). The receptionist was very nice too. And surprisingly our room was ready a couple of hours early. The pool was clean and well maintained but nothing extravagant. The only downsides were the receptionist is only available from 8am-6pm and the water temperature in the shower was difficult to control (but it was a nice shower with good pressure). We definitely will stay here again when we come back.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was better than expected. The grounds are beautiful, the pool with day beds made it so much more inviting, and the rooms were extremely clean and comfortable. We could walk to nearby restaurants and make a quick drive into town. The daily breakfast was a also a great way to start our day. They offered coffee, juice, fruit, American and local breakfast options. Overall it exceeded our expectations. We stayed there for 3 nights and enjoyed our nights after our busy days.
Liliana, 3-night family trip
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