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Our top choices for La Fortuna hostels

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1. Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Very clean and modern set-up. They do an excellent job of creating a social environment for travellers. The hangout spots are top notch!"
United States
Jacob
The price is ￥5,778
￥6,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Arcade

2. Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
The price is ￥4,546
￥5,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Río Danta Hostel
Rainbow Bass Villa | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Probably the best vacation we have ever had largely because of this location, quality of the room, and the exceptional service. Restaurant was amazing."
United States
Kenneth
The price is ￥41,852
￥47,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

4. Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (227 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is ￥8,363
￥9,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Poshtel Arenal
Front of property

5. 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 ￥5,009
￥5,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Ceiba Eco Hostel
55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, books

6. 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 ￥13,480
￥15,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Arenal Backpackers Resort
Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is ￥2,738
￥3,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hostel Cattleya
Living area

8. Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is ￥5,416
￥6,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
Family Room | Terrace/patio

9. 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 ￥3,942
￥4,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Manakin Lodge
Standard Room | WiFi (free)

10. 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 ￥5,836
￥6,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Casa Madonna Hotel
Triple Room, Balcony | Terrace/patio

11. Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"Great location to shops and restaurants. Booked all excursions through hostel, they were super helpful in arranging everything we needed."
United Kingdom
JULIE
The price is ￥6,742
￥7,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Interior

12. Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde Monkey Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is ￥5,043
￥5,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Monteverde Monkey Hostel
4 bedrooms, bed sheets

13. Hostel A lo Tico

Hostel A lo Tico
Monte Verde
The price is ￥3,709
￥7,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hostel A lo Tico
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Top La Fortuna Hotel Reviews

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Our best stay while in Costa Rica. Big breakfast buffet, six pools (one big one, one small one, and 4 semi-private pools), tons of birds hanging out in the beautiful landscaping, close to La Fortuna waterfall, rustic but comfortable rooms with big balconies, good off-street parking, WiFi worked fine. Mini-bar was a little expensive, but what hotel's isn't? Staff were a little stiff, and they shut off the AC in our room when we were gone for the day, but other than that, pretty fantastic."
Alexander 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

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La Fortuna Hostels information

Number of reviews
191
Accommodation
18 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,093
Highest Price
￥47,293

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. Hostel La Choza Inn - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking. Rooms come with towels, coffee/tea makers, and bed sheets. Poshtel Arenal - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets. Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. Río Danta Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and tour assistance. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi.
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.

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