Arenal Backpackers Resort is the 5-star property of Costa Rica. 

This beautiful hostel/resort has a spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano and is just a few minutes’ walk from the town center and bus stop. Located 3,6 km from the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, this hostel offers its guests complimentary Wi-Fi access, luggage storage, and a snack bar. The property also has an outdoor pool. The open setting of the property also makes it the perfect place for meeting fellow travelers.

La Fortuna, Costa Rica









A mix of private rooms, safari tents, and dorms will give you the option to choose according to your budget. Run by costarican, we've been learning from our guests and sharing every information or advice that could help them in their journey.

Our goal has always been to give the best of what a hotel or hostel has to offer. Comfortable rooms with the facilities of a modern hotel and the atmosphere of the best hostel in Central America.

In Arenal Backpackers, you will be able to sleep well, have a beer by the pool, enjoy the day out in nature. The open setting of the hostel also makes it the perfect place for meeting fellow travelers.

The property also features sun terraces, laundry services, and the front desk operates 24 hours. The hostel can help arrange a variety of tours like visiting La Fortuna Waterfall or the hot springs, hikes to the volcano, horse riding, rafting, or canopy tours.

We love what we do, and don't a doubt of going out of our way to show you this country and what makes us so proud, but most important to see you leaving with a smile on your face.

Amenities

Facilities include Pristine swimming pool, with wet bar and sun loungers, A large garden with hammocks, Games: cards, board games, pool table, slip n slide, etc, Free WiFi access, Information and Tour Desk, Restaurant, Fully bilingual staff, and 24-hour security.

In the Dorms: Private bathroom with hot water, Lockers, New thick mattresses, pillows, and linen, Key card access & A/C


Things to note

Cancellation and Reservation Changes Policy:
* Cancellations and reservation changes must be made by email only.
* Reservations can be canceled up to 72 hours (3 days) prior to your arrival free of charge if you cancel 2 days before your arrival you will be charged for your 1st night only, after this period of time (48 hours ) you will be charged the total of the reservation same applies to “no shows “ thanks for your cooperation
* Reservation changes have to be done by email only, phone calls or messages at the front desk are not valid, and you need to bring the email with the acceptance of your changes in order to be validated,
* Non-Refundable: Your booking is non-refundable, if you choose to cancel or modify your booking, or in case of a no-show, you will still be charged the full cost of your booking.
* Last minute bookings: Reservations made only 3 days before your arrival date or within this period of time are non-refundable or accept any changes

- No underage kids and teens in the dorms.
-No kitchen
- Towels not included in shared dorms
-Parking area $10 per day
- All reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
-Front Desk opening hours from 7:00 am untill 11:00 pm.
-Check-in from 3 pm to 8 pm.
-Quiet hours after 11 pm.
- Check Out - 10am.
-Taxes not included 13%

Deposits:
1. There is a $1 deposit (refundable) when you return your key at check out when staying in dorms
2. There is a $5 deposit (refundable) when you return your towels at check out when staying in private rooms
3. The remaining balance has to be paid at arrival in cash ( USD or COLONES), in case you do not have the cash you can go to the ATM or use your card for a 5% extra fee