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Arenal Xilopalo

2.5 star property
City-center hotel in La Fortuna

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Pool
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Exterior
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Experience vibrant city life at Arenal Xilopalo, where the rooftop terrace and lush garden provide serene escapes. Connect to in-room WiFi, explore nearby attractions with bike rentals or relax with a rejuvenating visit to the hair salon.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Reception hall
  • Horse riding/rentals

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is R1 029
R1 163 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

8,8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9,2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 5 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle 478, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 11 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 5 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 160 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Arenal Xilopalo

Arenal Xilopalo is just 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available on request). Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite horse riding/rentals. Other features include a rooftop terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon

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 - 10 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

What to do

  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Reception hall
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 6 costs USD 35 (one-way)
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Arenal Xilopalo Hotel La Fortuna
Arenal Xilopalo Hotel
Arenal Xilopalo La Fortuna
Arenal Xilopalo Hotel
Arenal Xilopalo La Fortuna
Arenal Xilopalo Hotel La Fortuna
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Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal Xilopalo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Arenal Xilopalo 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.

Are pets allowed at Arenal Xilopalo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Arenal Xilopalo?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Arenal Xilopalo?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 50 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Arenal Xilopalo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Arenal Xilopalo and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Arenal Xilopalo also has a garden.

Does Arenal Xilopalo have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Arenal Xilopalo like?

Arenal Xilopalo is in the heart of La Fortuna, a short 5-minute walk from La Fortuna Park and 12 minutes' walk from Puentes Colgantes del Arenal.

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Arenal Xilopalo Reviews

Reviews

9,2

Wonderful

9,2/10

Cleanliness

9,8/10

Staff & service

8,4/10

Amenities

8,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
View
Birds
Volcano
Towns
Service staff
Location

What guests liked

  • Breakfast offered a decent choice and a lovely view of the Arenal volcano with opportunities to see wildlife. (6 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered a lovely dining experience with a great view and a variety of birds visiting the nearby fruit trees. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great option for hotel in la fortuna, especially for the price. Rooms are dated, but nice property and staff. Ee really enjoyed our stay, breakfast was also really good.
3-night trip

6/10

Convenient location. Great breakfast
1-night trip

10/10

We stayed in various places around Costa Rica and this was our best .
3-night trip

10/10

I think the best asset of this hotel is the staff. They are friendly, approachable and with great communication skills. I also like the location because the hotel is beside a forest and lots of animals and birds visit it.
1-night trip

8/10

Great place to stay to visit Arenal volcano. A bit away from the noice and the traffic of la Fortuna which is good.
1-night trip

10/10

You definitely get the Costa Rica experience staying at this hotel. Great price, within walking distance of the town/ restaurants. Clean pool, rooms and plenty of wildlife within the facility. There are plenty hummingbirds around the bushes by the parking lot.
2-night trip

8/10

Arenal Xilopalo was well situated in area providing quiet evenings and beautiful breakfast views of the bird’s local to the area. Rooms were spacious but outdated. If looking for luxury this is not the place. It is affordable, roomy, and meets needs for a group traveling. Loved the rates to book excursions through hotel also. Did many things and staff were amazing. Night tour by guide on property was worth the pictures we will have for a lifetime. Much gratitude for this place.
4-night trip

6/10

Hard to find good places in La Fortuna during busy season. Everything is either booked or overpriced. The price here was good but the room was old and shower water was not hot. Location was good
1-night trip

10/10

Love the property and nature
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was very friendly and helpful and answering our million questions. The facilities were great, water and natural environment. The room was really big and clean.
2-night trip

8/10

Room was large and comfortable. Food was excellent, bird watching was very interesting. Other services including a cold pool and a pool table were available but we haven't used it. A nice place to stay. Tours at reasonable prices are also available.
2-night trip

8/10

Loved breakfast (not included) and bird watching in the mornings, the sloth tour with Armando offered through the hotel was amazing and well worth the price. Location was great, short and safe walk to town (bring a flashlight or phone light). Beds weren’t the best and the sheets were musty but we slept so well and weren’t bothered by any noise.
2-night trip

6/10

Good service, friendly staff, good area, a bit noisy from the other rooms and the front office, a litte ugly smell in the room and the water pressure at the shower is a shame
2-night trip

10/10

Lovely view of Arenal volcano from the dining area. Definitely have the reception desk book all your excursions and transportation for you. They are very helpful and can get you good rates. John was very helpful in making travel arrangements for me. Just 3 short blocks from central zone of town.
3-night trip

10/10

We loved our stay at this hotel. It had everything we needed as well as being great value for money. The staff were polite and friendly and showed us around the facilities on arrival. It's not 5* accommodation but it more than makes up for it with the wildlife and views. Our room was spacious with 2 double beds, kitchenette and fridge. You can pay for breakfast with a decent choice each morning. Slightly out of the main La Fortuna area, but only a short stroll to restaurants. The main attraction for us was the location and wildlife. Mount Arenal is the backdrop where you can view it over breakfast, alongside all the wildlife that visit. We saw toucans, hummingbirds, red squirrels and woodpeckers and countless other exotic birds I can't name. There is a relax/pool area too. We booked a number of tours through the hotel and they were cheaper than booking through the providers website. I would highly recommend doing Armandos sloth tour, and he was also on hand just after sunset to take you through the gardens and point out the frogs and lizards which we'd never have found. All in all we loved our here.
3-night trip

6/10

Centrally located but receptionist tried to get us to pay in cash at a higher rate than listed on Expedia
2-night trip

10/10

Had a wonderful stay here, the staff were lovely and really helpful. The room was basic but had everything I needed, and I didn't spend much time in it anyway! Housekeeping cleaned the room daily. Lovely little restaurant upstairs serving a choice of breakfast, you can sit and watch the birds from the seating area. They put bananas up in the trees and you can see toucans, plus a variety of other birds eating them. A big shout out to Armando, who made my stay here, he's so knowledgeable and spends ages ensuring you get great photographs when you go on tours with him. I was so lucky and saw a sloth come to the ground right in front of me; I came to Costa Rica to see sloths and I still can't believe how many I saw! He would also knock on my hotel if he saw any cool wildlife (because he knew how much I loved it!), so I could go and get photos. The hotel is easily walkable to restaurants and shops and if you're feeling up to it, you can walk to La Fortuna Waterfall (I did this, be warned it's very steep! But worth it!) Thank you for a great start to my holiday in Costa Rica. Pura vida :)
5-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

10/10

We were surprised to an upgraded massive room so that was great! Staff was friendly and helpful.
2-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

8/10

There is bird watching every morning at the breakfast area which is amazing. We saw variety of birds. The hotel room is very basic, the shower was not great.
3-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

Logement très pratique pour aller explorer La Fortuna. Dans une impasse donc tranquille et en meme temps proche a pieds de plusieurs restaurants. Chambre très grande! Et hotel vraiment agréable : tables pour s'installer a l'extérieur pres de la piscine, hamacs, billard à l'intérieur etc. Nous avons pu voir de nombreux oiseaux depuis l'hôtel et un toucan. Le personnel était vraiment serviable. Bon rapport qualité-prix
3-night trip

8/10

My favorite feature was the attached restaurant that overlooked a field. They had trees right nearby with fruit hung up so that all sorts of birds came up close. Good areas to sit and read by the pool. Easy 5-min walk or less into town for shopping, groceries, pharmacy, or more food. Bathrooms were average, but rooms are spacious, with AC and a desk.
3-night trip