A town with colorful buildings, a central park, and a volcano in the background.

Search Hostels in La Fortuna

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
Jul 24 - Jul 26
In two weeks
Jul 31 - Aug 2
In one month
Aug 14 - Aug 16
In two months
Sep 11 - Sep 13

Our top choices for La Fortuna hostels

Rainbow Bass Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was absolutely gorgeous! Brand new and beautiful "
United States
rianne
The price is ￥70,744
￥79,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
Meeting facility

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Amazing for solo travelers highly recommend! "
Canada
Nicolas
The price is ￥6,516
￥7,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (223 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is ￥7,649
￥8,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Poshtel Arenal
55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, books

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Arenal Backpackers Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.0 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Canada
angie
The price is ￥14,282
￥16,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Front of property

Ceiba Eco Hostel

Ceiba Eco Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Breakfast was included in our booking. The 1st day we had to wait almost an hour for someone to make breakfast. Day #2 get got a cold sandwich w cheese and ham. We stayed in a private room on the first floor. The room was near the lobby/entrance and kitchen. It was a bit noisy at times. Overall location was nice. Close to stores within walking distance "
United States
Lissett
The price is ￥7,530
￥8,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Ceiba Eco Hostel
Outdoor pool

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Best location in town. Very clean and a friendly staff "
United States
Gary
Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
Arcade

Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
United States
Reyes
The price is ￥5,459
￥6,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Río Danta Hostel
Restaurant

Arenal Hostel Resort

Arenal Hostel Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Amazing downtown location "
United States
Jeff
Arenal Hostel Resort
Standard Room | Free WiFi

Casa Madonna Hotel

Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms ! Good breakfast ! Friendly staff (gracias a Leidi)"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥6,374
￥7,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Casa Madonna Hotel
Triple Room, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Excellent location and breakfast "
United States
Tara
The price is ￥7,950
￥8,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Interior

Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde Monkey Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is ￥5,110
￥5,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Monteverde Monkey Hostel
Living area

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is ￥6,490
￥7,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
Family Room | Terrace/patio

Manakin Lodge

Manakin Lodge
2.0 star property
Monteverde
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Kitchen and dining area was great. "
United States
Sophia
The price is ￥4,296
￥4,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Manakin Lodge
Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is ￥2,920
￥3,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Hostel Cattleya
4 bedrooms, bed sheets

Hostel A lo Tico

Hostel A lo Tico
Monte Verde
The price is ￥3,706
￥7,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Hostel A lo Tico
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top La Fortuna Hotel Reviews

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent
"Staff are helpful and the location, view, and hiking opportunities are probably the best in the area. Perfect view of the volcano and easy hikes to waterfalls and jungle trek. Staff are lovely and very helpful."
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Find out more about La Fortuna

La Fortuna Hostels information

Number of reviews
255
Accommodation
19 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,300
Highest Price
￥79,941

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in La Fortuna?
By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for exploring during your trip. You can enjoy activities like ziplining, and the hot springs create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they all have a few things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in La Fortuna?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to look first: Viajero La Fortuna Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Poshtel Arenal - Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. You'll find towels and bed sheets in all rooms. Hostel La Choza Inn - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, coffee/tea makers, and bed sheets. Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and an outdoor pool, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Arenal Hostel Resort - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels can I expect to find in La Fortuna?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in La Fortuna, one of Expedia's 19 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in La Fortuna?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 74°F. The rainiest months in La Fortuna are July, October, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 16 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in La Fortuna?
Overall, La Fortuna is known for its hot springs, ziplining, and rainforest. Major attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano, and Tabacon Hot Springs. Get out into nature with places like Ecotermales Fortuna, Baldi Hot Springs, and La Fortuna Waterfall. Cultural attractions include Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos.
What's the best way to get to and around La Fortuna while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in La Fortuna in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the city center. An alternative is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 44.4 mi (71.4 km) away.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia