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7.8 / 10 Guest Rating

Arenal Backpackers Resort

La Fortuna, San Carlos, Fortuna, cr

Arenal Backpackers Resort - main view

About the Property

Mountain Views and Adventure Await at Arenal Backpackers Resort

Comfortable Accommodation Options
Experience the cozy shared dormitories and tents, equipped with air conditioning and lockers for your convenience. The property's shared bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries for your comfort.

Exciting Activities and Amenities
Indulge in the outdoor pool, sun terraces, and on-site restaurant serving delicious local cuisine. Let the 24-hour front desk assist you in arranging thrilling tours to explore the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall, hot springs, volcano hikes, horseback riding, rafting, and canopy tours.

Convenient Location and Services
Conveniently located near Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake, the hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, luggage storage, laundry services, and a snack bar. Book now for an unforgettable adventure at Arenal Backpackers Resort.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Hiking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.8
Very Good449 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the helpful staff and frequently praise the good location.

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service8.7
Location8.8
Room Quality7.7
Amenities7.8
Value for Money8.2
Food and Beverage7.3
Overall Experience7.2

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NaomigbGB
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in May 6, 2026

"Fantastic location, lovely pool and large hot tub."

9.0

Lovely hostel, relaxed atmosphere, friendly knowledgable staff. We loved the tent very spacious large bed

No mosquito nets, we brought a net but is didn’t fit over the bed, and we couldn’t tie it to the top of the tent.

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annaatAT
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 4, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Pool Jacuzzi

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GuillaumecaCA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 1, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Really good pool area, rooms and linen smells good, well cleaned.

No WiFi in the room and from what I've heard anyone in the new building (6 bed)

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SimlatfrFR
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 24, 2026

"Réservation non conforme à l’annonce et absence totale de solution de la part de l’établissement"

2.0

Le barman, la piscine, et le fait qu'il n'y ait quasiment personne dans l'hôtel.

J’avais réservé une “chambre double avec vue sur jardin”, en évitant volontairement les “cylindres” (logements atypiques, interdits avec un enfant). Voyageant avec une fille de 10 ans, ce critère était non négociable. Après réservation, l’établissement m’informe que la “chambre vue jardin” correspond en réalité… à un cylindre. Autrement dit, le type de logement affiché ne correspond pas à ce qui est réellement proposé. J’ai donc demandé une annulation, puisque la prestation réservée ne correspondait pas à l’annonce. Refus catégorique, malgré l’intervention de Booking, au motif que la réservation était non annulable, même dans ce cas de non-conformité. Nous avons tout de même tenté le séjour (4 nuits prévues), mais sommes partis après 2 nuits. Le “cylindre” cumule les inconvénients : espace très limité, pas de rangement, humidité, et température difficile à gérer (climatisation directement au-dessus du lit : soit trop froid, soit trop chaud dès qu’on l’éteint). Le plus surprenant reste l’absence totale de remise en question ou de solution proposée par l’établissement. En résumé : une annonce qui prête à confusion, aucune flexibilité face à un problème évident, et une expérience qui ne correspond pas du tout à ce qui était attendu.

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SimoncaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 23, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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LauragbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 17, 2026

"Decent hostel, great location"

7.0

The staff were friendly and helpful. It was easy walking distance to lots of restaurants and bars. Nice warm showers.

My pod smelt a little musty.

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PABLOfrFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 15, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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JeffreycrCR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 11, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

La piscina y el bar

La recepción muy desordenado y te atendían como molestos, pésimo servicio al cliente

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M
MauriciocrCR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 10, 2026

"Good"

1.0
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Diomel AdalicrCR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 9, 2026

"El lugar es excelente, sin embargo deben de tener más cuidado con los abanicos y control de sancudos en lo que son los g"

9.0

Ubicación del lugar

Abanicos sucios y muchos sancudos

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