About

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 centre and bus stop. The open setting of the property also makes it the perfect place for meeting fellow travelers.

Facilities include: Pristine swimming pool., A large garden. Games: cards, board games, pool table, etc, Information and Tour Desk , Fully bilingual staff and 24 hour security

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


Tents:

We have a brand new deluxe camping area! This area is covered and each tent has a double mattress, fan, lighting, power sockets and an outside locker room.

Private rooms:

- All private rooms have: Flat screen TV with cable, 1 or 2 Double Beds, A/C, Lockers, Towels, Private bathrooms with hot water, New thick mattresses, pillows and linen


Luxury cylindrical room with a beautiful view of the Arenal Volcano and surrounding mountains.

We created an original concept that could lodge people looking for relaxing while blending in with nature. These rooms are perfect for couples or if you want to explore solo while making new friends in our property. All of them are equipped with a queen size bed with a pillowtop mattress inside colorful glass doors that makes each room very pleasant. Shared bathroom. Surrounded by beautiful tropical plants and flowers, where you can feel like inside a peaceful mountain listening to different sounds of animals during day and night. These rooms are just perfect for who loves to explore and experience the contact with nature.

Please Note: For guests traveling with children, the maximum occupancy for these rooms is two individuals (e.g., one adult and one child, or two adults). Unaccompanied minors are not permitted to occupy a room.

Parking available for $10 the whole stay!

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Fax Service
  • Tours/Travel Desk
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Reviews

8.7Fabulous(3798)
  • Value for Money
    8.5
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    7.9
  • Cleanliness
    8.8
  • Staff
    8.6
  • Location
    9.1
  • Facilities
    8.2
Stayed in Oct 2025
10
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Victor
Male, 25-30, USA
One of my favorite hostels and would love to come back! I stayed during low season so there weren’t many people but I still enjoyed the atmosphere so it was worth it. The beds were also pretty comfortable and the place was always getting cleaned. The only downside was the wifi which kept disconnecting.
Stayed in Oct 2025
9.7
B
Beatrice
Female, 18-24, Italy
It’s great, and the pool/jacuzzi is super nice. Also very close to anything you need in La Fortuna. There is no kitchen or fridge though- feels a little bit more like a hotel than a hostel (a lot of older people and couples staying there as well)
Stayed in Aug 2025
3.1
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Jack
Male, 25-30, England
Bar and restaurant are shut, rooms massively overpriced
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Location

350 meters west of central park, towards volcano, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
0.7km from city centre