See all properties

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

3.0 star property
Mountain hostal with outdoor pool, near Lake Arenal

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Exterior
Outdoor pool
Lake
View from room
View from property
Unwind at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga, near Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Lake Arenal. Savor healthy meals from the on-site vegetarian restaurant, No aplica, enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or try reflexology at this serene hostal. Guests can also connect to WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8,6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is R659
R745 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Casitas nomadas

Bed sheets

Casitas nomadas

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Casa Bella Vista

Exterior

Casa Bella Vista

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Similar properties

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Arenal Waterfall Lodge

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 482 reviews
The price is R1 184
R1 338 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Arenal Waterfall Lodge
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
1 Km Sur Escuela del Castillo, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, 1230

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 15 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 18 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 20 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 35 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 47.5 miles/76.4 km
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 52.7 miles/84.8 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

When you stay at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages or reflexology, and vegetarian cuisine is served at No aplica, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

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
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Volleyball
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. There are hot springs open between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Dining

No aplica - This restaurant specializes in vegetarian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Essence Arenal Hostel El Castillo
Essence Arenal El Castillo
Essence Arenal Spa
Essence Arenal Hostel
Essence Arenal Spa Yoga
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Peñas Blancas
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal Peñas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Does Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga 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 Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball and yoga. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostal's other amenities, which include a Turkish bath and spa services. Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga?

Yes, No aplica offers vegetarian cuisine.

What's the area around Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga like?

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is a short 5-minute walk from Lake Arenal and 3 minutes' walk from Arenal Eco Zoo.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Reviews

Reviews

8,6

Excellent

9,0/10

Cleanliness

9,4/10

Staff & service

9,0/10

Amenities

8,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice little hotel with Hiking trails, spas, healthy food options and very nice view of Arenal as well as the lagoon
Emile, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful surroundings
This place is really nice. The surroundings are amazing - you can see both the volcano and the lake, and they have a beautiful garden with a pound, a pool, a spa-area and yoga studio. The morning yoga was really good! And the make really nice food in their kitchen. We thought their activities were a bit to pricy for our taste - but that shouldnt stop anyone from going. Im pretty sure you wont regret it!
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Essence is a wonderful place to stay…. The property is well thought out for you to enjoy nature and has a variety of accommodation options. The Glamping tents are surrounded by bamboo trees and very peaceful. (Shared bathrooms, but that was no problem for us….expected with Glamping) They have their own farm and I would recommend taking a walk through it. There are also a number of hiking trails, which makes it feel like you are not only staying at a hotel, but also a nature park. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Gabriel is an amazing chef and wonderful person. We enjoyed our stay tremendously and will recommend Essence to friends.
Janice, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a wonderful time. The grounds are beautiful. We saw monkeys lots of birds and other wildlife right from our window. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful. The restaurant is cute and offers good food at a reasonable price. We had lots of rain while there and it does creep into the casitas. Our towels never really dried and the bed felt clammy too. So be aware of this and decide if that works for you before booking. The kitchen is also only sparsely equipped. It would've been nice to have a chopping board and a sharp knife as we did cook a few times. If you like to cook extravagant meals at home this is not your place but we did make pasta, tacos and other simple dishes without any problems. There is much to explore in the area and it's helpful to have a car, preferably even a 4x4. Overall, we very much enjoyed our time at Essence and would come back. Bring a raincoat and change of shoes and don't miss the Night Jungle Tour. It was a highlight!
Franka, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cuisine excellente. Manque lampe de chevet
Pascale, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, eco friendly hotel
Jose Manuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The most wonderful place to relax, detox, and recharge. The staff is full of genuine love and kindness. Beautiful views and excellent heathy food.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nous avons adoré cet hôtel avec une magnifique jungle et une super vue sur le volcan. Le personnel est très sympathique et les repas sont excellents.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rustic. Beautiful views. Staff was amazing. Beds were not so comfortable. Food was great. Right in the jungle so lots of wildlife.
Jeff, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay! Beautiful view of Lake Arenal and good vibes
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Erik, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I absolutly loved staying here. It was a great setting, a nice break out of town, with a wonderful view of the volcano. The staff were amazing and extreamly helpful. I loved the daily yoga classes out in nature with amazing teachers. There were lots of walking trails around the property and you could go walk around the farm where they grow a lot of the fruit used in the kitched for vegitarian meals. Also the massages were super relaxing. I will definitely be coming here again!
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Chambre très petite, même pas de place pour ouvrir les valises. Odeur d’egout dans la salle de bain. Chambre ne correspond pas du tout à la photo.
Trotoux, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hôtel accueillant, personnel aux petits soins, nourriture excellente et végétarienne ! Ballades autour de l’hotel au top...
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing view, beautiful property and trails, delicious meals with the lovely Lillian. If you want some time away from the tourism and to be in nature, this is the place! The staff are so helpful and kind, and I highly recommend you get a tour of the area with Lilander in horseback... will blow your mind!
Carrie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful place to stay
The rooms are small but nice, service is great and the views are amazing!
Cameron, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super beau site!
Super beau spot! Staff exceptionnel! Au resto végétarien, tout était absolument délicieux! Jaccuzi avec vue sur le volcan Arenal très apprécié! Chambre plutôt minimaliste, mais on n'était pas là pour rester dans la chambre... La piscine est assez loin sur la finca (ferme) et demande une bonne marche en nature.
M-C, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family fun time
We took our three young kids, agreed 6, 8, and 10. Our room was very small, but doable. If the kids were a little older, we would have gotten 2 rooms. The service was fantastic. My kids didn't want to leave. The pool wasn't a pool, but more of a mosquito pond children's pool. The food was fantastic. I'd like to see maybe another light out brighter light brought into the room. It was a bit darker than I prefer..
erin, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Bien, pas pour des personnes de grande taille tel que 6 pieds et plus
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Très beau site avec vue sur le volcan Arenal. Établissement soucieux de l'environnement. Diverses prestations. Personnel accueillant et disponible.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pura Vida!
Wir waren sehr begeistert von dieser Ecolodge! Die Lage und der Blick auf den Arenal ist einfach der Hammer! Das Team ist super und der Besitzer Mega sympathisch! Allein wegen dem Essen hat sich der Aufenthalt schon gelohnt! Wer eine tolle und ruhige Zeit in der Nähe des Arenal verbringen möchte ist hier genau richtig! Pura Vida!
Daniel, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel next to the Volcano Arenal
Very nice place, easy to find, the staff is nice and very welcoming. If you stay more than a night you will be able to enjoy the swimming pool and the jacuzzi. Waking up and taking a very good breakfast while looking to the Volcano is priceless!
Yann, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Johanne, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place with amazing staff
David, 2-night trip